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The World Cup party is so cool that it is not only experienced in the stadiums. The energy, the excitement and the passion cannot be contained among fans, that’s why FIFA has created this fantastic experience that has everything for you to enjoy every day of the World Cup. It is the FIFA Fan Festival Qatar 2022, which is being held in Doha and in other six cities around the world, and three of those cities are Latin!
Enjoy the FIFA Fan Festival in Cities near you
Yes! This is great because for sure you are closer to one of these cities than to Doha in Qatar. And also because you might be able to come enjoy the whole experience that is this festival.
Take a look at the cities that held it and how they are running this FIFA Fan Festival so far.
This is a meeting place where fans from all over the world gather to share their emotions and experience the unique atmosphere of the FIFA World Cup.
Source: fifa.com
FIFA Fan Festival in Doha
The FIFA Fan Festival in Doha takes place in a unique location at this World Cup. It held at Al Bidda Park, which is only a few minutes away from the stadiums that will host the World Cup matches.
Here, fans from all over the globe gather to enjoy live music with national and international artists. They can watch the games live experiencing the vibe of fans from other parts of the world, and even enjoy alcoholic beers. Yes, because the FIFA Fan Festival is the only place where you can consume this beverage in Qatar.
This festival is so important that Maluma himself sang at the opening of the FIFA Fan Festival in Doha. Wouldn’t you like to have been there? They also offer to see soccer matches with the presence of FIFA Legends. Sponsors will also have promotional spots and official FIFA products will be on sale.
The Festival will be up and running from the first day of the World Cup. The schedule for most days is from 6:00 PM to 2:00 AM, except from November 20 to 29, during the group stage, which will start earlier from 11:00 AM to 2:00 AM.
Recarge your batteries because even on off days, the FIFA Fan Festival in Doha will be on!
This festival is a fundamental element of the World Cup experience in each of the host country’s venues. It offers the possibility of enjoying soccer in a festive atmosphere to all types of fans, from passionate soccer fans to casual enthusiasts and lovers of music, gastronomy and culture.
Source: fifa.com
FIFA Fan Festival Dubai
This Festival in Dubai is called BUDX FIFA Fan Festival Dubai and it is sponsored by Budweiser, which is free to sell whatever beverages they wants. Of course, the majesty and opulence of Dubai will be present at this FIFA Fan Festival.
The meeting place will be the Qatar Bay, which is a spectacle in itself, because it offers a view of the emblematic skyline of the city with a movie-like sunsets. Another great advantage of this location is the wide variety of stores, accommodation, beverages and food that are available around, which are designed for the maritime lifestyle.
This Fan Festival is all about luxury and high technology. It is located in the largest marina in the region and the most modern cruise terminal in the Middle East.
As well as in Qatar, the FIFA Fan Festival in Dubai will feature all the World Cup matches, FIFA Legends, national and international artists and DJs that will make the festival an unforgettable experience.
They do sell tickets here and they range from $22.10 USD (General Pass) to $1.358.49 USD (private suite for up to 15 people for a full day, with food selection and platinum alcohol service).
Don’t you just want to go there to experience the BUDX FIFA Fan Festival Dubai?
FIFA will collaborate with Budweiser and its affiliated brands, Corona and Brahma, to bring fans together for the ultimate World Cup experience in iconic destinations such as London, Mexico City, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, Seoul and Dubai.
Source: fifa.com
Corona FIFA Fan Festival Mexico
Mexico is also experiencing this World Cup party with the Corona FIFA Fan Festival at the Plaza de la República, which is one of the most popular tourist destinations for visitors of the Mexican capital. The Plaza becomes crowded wit people to watch the national team play each of its games.
Here, the tickets are free but you have to register in order to get them.
This is part of the Corona FIFA Fan Festival program:
- On November 22, Mexico vs Poland. The live show will be given by Arrolladora Banda Limón.
- On November 26, Mexico vs Argentina. It will be hosted by Gera MX, both the game and that day’s entertainment.
- On November 30, Mexico vs Saudi Arabia game will be broadcast. Mi Banda El Mexicano will be performing after it.
- December 18 is the final match. And to close this important competition, Gran Silencio will provide the entertainment for the final show of the Corona FIFA Fan Festival Mexico.
Is this going to be super cool, right? Come over and enjoy supporting your national team.
FIFA Fan Festival in Rio de Janeiro
In the beautiful Brazilian city of Rio de Janeiro, fans will enjoy another FIFA Fan Festival at the Arena Brahma. This Festival will take place in the paradisaic Copacabana beach. Say no more, I want to be there!
The atmosphere of the festival is fantastic because it counts with recognized Brazilian animators, and they have fun activities planned like the foam cannon, which does not go amiss in the heat of the beach.
The entrance to this festival is also free, you just have to register to get in. Here are some of the highlights of the FIFA Fan Festival in Rio de Janeiro:
On November 24, the Brazil vs Serbia match will take place in the heat of Copacabana beach with music and fun activities, including Ferrugem’s samba.
On November 28, the Brazil vs Switzerland match will take place, and the guest will be ‘talisman’ Gustavo Mioto to pump up the Arena Brahma at Copacabana beach. And in the words of Mioto: “Whoever dares to miss it, is CRAZY!”.
On Friday, December 2, they will be watching Brazil playing against Cameroon in the last game of the group stage. This party will be complemented by Pedro Sampaio, and the contagious Brahmosidade.
Wouldn’t you love to see a Canarinha game at the FIFA Fan Festival in Copacabana?
This is what the FIFA Fan Fest is all about, which one would you like to attend to with your friends?
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