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Hunton Group Named Official Houston World Cup 2026 Host City Supporter
The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee is proud to announce Hunton Group as an Official Host City Supporter, reinforcing Houston’s commitment to delivering a world-class tournament experience through strong local collaborations and industry expertise. As part of its role, Hunton Group will provide comprehensive air conditioning and HVAC services for the FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston, supporting key environments including VIP spaces, Houston Hall, and critical back-of-ho
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2 days ago1 min read


Democratic Republic of Congo to Hold Base Camp in Houston for FIFA World Cup 2026™
The Democratic Republic of Congo delegation visits Houston ahead of selecting the city as their Team Base Camp for FIFA World Cup 2026™ The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee proudly announces that Houston will serve as the official base camp location for the Democratic Republic of Congo during the global soccer tournament, further solidifying the city’s role as a premier destination for world-class soccer. Houston will serve as one of 48 sites across North America
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4 days ago2 min read


Impact Houston 26 Unites Dozens of Organizations to Advance Green Corridor for a Greener Future
The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee is proud to advance the Green Corridor, an initiative to highlight resilience and sustainable transit across the 14-mile loop connecting FIFA World Cup 2026™ venues. The Green Corridor concept, which originated in 2024 with the Sustainability Subcommittee led by Elizabeth Carlson, unifies under one name the connected network of public transit routes, hike-and-bike trails and public spaces that link key areas in Houston and FIF
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Mar 174 min read


Legends Loft Premium Hospitality for FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston on Sale Now
As Houston prepares to host the world’s largest sporting event, fans and corporations will have the chance to elevate their FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston experience. Premium hospitality packages for the exclusive Legends Loft — a private, air-conditioned venue accommodating up to 100 guests and featuring private restrooms and customizable catering additions — are now live, with more than 60 booking sessions available across the 34 match days of the FIFA World Cup 2026™. Taking p
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Mar 102 min read


FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee Unveils Historic-In-Breadth Grow the Game legacy initiative
The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee today unveiled FREEKICKS Soccer , a transformative new initiative launched under the Grow the Game pillar of Impact Houston 26 , the Host Committee’s legacy program. FREEKICKS Soccer is an unprecedented, collaborative effort between the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee, the City of Houston and Harris County Precincts 1-4, and the youth soccer community. It reflects the stewardship of Mayor John Whitmire, Commissioner
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Feb 274 min read


FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee Launches Citywide Talent Search for FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston
Local artists and performers invited to apply to take stage at FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston, which will open for 34 match days during the FIFA World Cup 2026™ HOUSTON, Texas (February 9, 2026) – As Houston prepares to welcome the world for FIFA World Cup 2026™, the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee announces a citywide search to showcase local talent to perform on the live stage at FIFA Fan Festival™ Houston. The goal of the search is to bring Houston’s own creativ
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Feb 92 min read


FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee Announces School Sustainability Badge Program as Part of Larger Commitment to Environmental Protection
New initiative will empower K-12 students around the Greater Houston area to participate in Host Committee-aligned sustainability projects and create a lasting environmental impact, with microgrant applications for schools open through February 27 Tap to Download Photos (Credit Children's Environmental Literacy Foundation) HOUSTON, TEXAS (February 2, 2026) – The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston Host Committee, in collaboration with the Sports Authority Foundation , is excited to
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Feb 24 min read
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