March 26, 2026 -- Lackawanna County Commissioner Thom Welby today joined Governor Josh Shapiro, Visit PA and Philadelphia Soccer 2026 in Reading to announce the official locations of three “Pennsylvania World Cup Fan Zones,” which will bring the electricity of the world’s biggest sporting event to communities across the commonwealth. The Fan Zones, championed by Shapiro to ensure that every Pennsylvanian can experience the magic of FIFA World Cup 2026, will be located in Scranton, Pittsburgh and Reading — bringing free, world-class public viewing events to tens of thousands of fans.

Branded under Pennsylvania’s dynamic Visit PA tourism office, Fan Zones will amplify and complement Philadelphia’s 39-day FIFA Fan Festival at Lemon Hill Park — extending the World Cup’s energy and economic impact beyond Southeastern Pa. Each Fan Zone will offer large-screen broadcasts of FIFA World Cup 2026 Knockout Round matches, live entertainment, interactive soccer fan experiences, and food and beverages — all free of charge and designed to be accessible to fans of every background.

Fan Zones will be located in:

Scranton: Lackawanna County Courthouse Square, an iconic outdoor park in the heart of downtown Scranton
Pittsburgh: Pittsburgh Football Stadium, home of the Pittsburgh Steelers
Reading: Reading Arena, a downtown multi-purpose arena

“Pennsylvania is excited to host some of the best games of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, and these Pennsylvania World Cup Fan Zones will bring the action directly to Pennsylvanians all across our commonwealth with free events where fans can watch the games, gather with friends, and enjoy food, drinks, and live entertainment,” said Governor Josh Shapiro. “Hosting one of the biggest sporting events in the world is an incredible opportunity for our businesses, our communities, and our people. The commonwealth is all in and we look forward to showing the world what Pennsylvania is all about."

“We are thrilled to transform Lackawanna County Courthouse Square into a global stage. This Fan Zone gives our community a front-row seat to the excitement of the World Cup at one of the region’s most beautiful outdoor landmarks,” Lackawanna County Commissioner Bill Gaughan added.

In Scranton, the historic Lackawanna County Courthouse Square will be transformed into a vibrant outdoor Fan Zone, with a stage and LED screen wall built on Washington Avenue for crowds of up to 5,000.

Fan Zones are made possible through the partnership of Lackawanna County, the City of Scranton, and the Lackawanna County Convention & Visitors Bureau, with the Scranton Police and Fire departments deeply engaged in event planning.

About the Scranton Fan Zone
Lackawanna County Courthouse Square, North Washington Avenue and Linden Street

Saturday, July 4, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
1 p.m.: Round of 16 Knockout Match
5 p.m.: Round of 16 Knockout Match

Sunday, July 5, 2 – 9 p.m.
4 p.m.: Round of 16 Knockout Match
8 p.m.: Round of 16 Knockout Match

Monday, July 6, 1 – 11 p.m.
3 p.m.: Round of 16 Knockout Match
8 p.m.: Round of 16 Knockout Match

Saturday, July 18, 3 – 8 p.m.
5 p.m.: World Cup Bronze Final

Sunday, July 19, 2 – 6 p.m.
3 p.m.: World Cup Final