Informational meeting for FIFA World Cup planning
Seattle is set to host the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with an informational meeting on February 4, 2025, aimed at engaging the community and local businesses in preparation for the event. The meeting, organized by the Seattle World Cup Local Organizing Committee and the Shoreline Chamber of Commerce, will discuss the economic impact of the World Cup, projected to generate over $929 million in activity and support more than 20,700 jobs.