FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Offers exclusive access to suites and hospitality offerings until January 5, 2025
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (December 13, 2024) – KC2026, the nonprofit established to plan and deliver the Host City requirements for the FIFA World Cup 26™ in Kansas City, and On Location, the Official Hospitality Provider of the FIFA World Cup 26™, announced the launch of the Host Committee priority window for selecting official FIFA World Cup 26™ suites and hospitality in Kansas City, as well as a wider sales partnership.
During the monthlong priority window, which is open now and concludes on January 5, 2025, companies will have exclusive access to offerings including suites for FIFA World Cup 26™ matches in Kansas City, as part of a KC2026 Host City Supporters and Champions agreement. In addition to suites, Host City Supporters and Champions can access a variety of ticket-inclusive packages offering premium hospitality and once-in-a-lifetime experiences, providing fans with the best and most exclusive access, viewing locations, food, beverage and service.
“We are excited to partner with KC2026 and their local in-venue partners to offer an unparalleled hospitality experience at the FIFA World Cup 26™ matches in Kansas City,” said Alicia Falken, general manager, FIFA World Cup 26™, On Location. “Our official packages provide exclusive access to premium seating, exceptional cuisine and unforgettable entertainment, making this a once-in-a-lifetime event for sports fans and enthusiasts. The exclusive Host Committee priority window delivers earliest access to the best options for companies that wish to support KC2026.”
For the first time ever, Host Cities – including KC2026 – are able to sell up to 10 Host City Supporter packages. Assets include use of the Host City Supporter logo and option to activate at the FIFA Fan Festival™ in Kansas City, as well as tickets and hospitality offerings for matches and other exclusive events, along with inclusion in Host City marketing assets. Host City Supporters will have the option to include a suite within their packages and exclusive access in choosing their suites.
“Our Host City Supporters and Champions, representing the Kansas City region’s preeminent businesses, are an integral part of maximizing this once-in-a-generation opportunity for our region,” says Pam Kramer, president and CEO of KC2026. “We’re thrilled to recognize and reward their support through this exclusive opportunity to access tickets, suites and so much more for the largest sporting event in the history of the world.”
Inquiries related to Host City Supporter and Champion partnerships can be directed to info@kansascityfwc26.com for pricing and additional details.
Following the Host Committee priority window, other opportunities to purchase hospitality will be available – with Priority Access deposit purchasers receiving early access.
For more information about KC2026 and FIFA World Cup 26™, please click here. General media inquiries can be submitted directly to FIFA at media@fifa.org.
About KC2026
A nonprofit organization overseeing strategy and delivering host city duties for FIFA World Cup 26™, KC2026 will plan, construct and implement all aspects of Kansas City’s largest sports and fan engagement event in the region’s history. Learn more at www.KansasCityFWC26.com.
About Greater Kansas City
Home to 2.5 million people, Kansas City is a vibrant metro in the heart of the U.S., known as the “KC Heartland.” An all-new single terminal at Kansas City International Airport welcomes guests by air, while 85% of the U.S. is less than a two-day drive away. The region’s red-hot sports culture is embraced every season, headlined by the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals, Major League Soccer’s Sporting Kansas City, and the National Women’s Soccer League’s Kansas City Current.
Kansas City, home to renowned arts and culture, offers live entertainment in the downtown Power & Light District, as well as 40 jazz clubs throughout the area. Find food from James Beard award-winning chefs and sample true KC tradition at more than 100 barbecue restaurants across the metro. Dive into some of the country’s most significant historical moments at KC’s treasured institutions, from the National WWI Museum and Memorial and the Harry S. Truman Presidential Library and Museum to the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum and the American Jazz Museum. Learn more at www.KC.org.
About On Location
On Location is a global leader in premium experiential hospitality, offering ticketing, curated guest experiences, live event production and travel management across sports, entertainment, fashion and culture. On Location provides unrivaled access for corporate clients and fans looking for official, immersive experiences at marquee events, including the Olympic and Paralympic Games, FIFA World Cup 2026™, Super Bowl, NCAA Final Four, and more. An official partner and/or service provider to over 150 iconic rights holders, such as the IOC (Milano Cortina 2026, LA 2028), FIFA, NFL, NCAA, UFC and PGA of America, and numerous musical artists and festivals, the company also owns and operates a number of its own unique experiences. On Location is a subsidiary of Endeavor, a global sports and entertainment company.
About FIFA World Cup 26™
FIFA World Cup 26™ will be the biggest sporting event ever, with three Host Countries, 16 Host Cities, 48 teams and 104 matches uniting an entire continent to showcase a momentous new tournament format. With more countries, cities, teams, and games, FIFA World Cup 26™ will be the most inclusive tournament ever, engaging millions of fans across 16 unique stadiums and billions worldwide. The tournament will take place in June and July 2026. For the latest FIFA World Cup 26™ information please visit the FIFA World Cup 26™ website. For media representatives wishing to stay up to date on all things 2026, please register via the FIFA Media Hub.
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CONTACT:
Elliott Scott
Kansas City Sports Commission | KC2026
escott@sportkc.org