TACOMA, WA – The Puyallup Tribe of Indians, in partnership with Pierce County and the City of Tacoma, will host a World Cup Kick-Off Celebration and Fan Zone events during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, when six matches will be played in Seattle. The agreement aims to ensure a welcoming experience for Pierce County residents and visitors alike. The agreement was formalized March 12 in a signing ceremony at Puyallup Tribal Administration. Tribal Councilmembers Annette Bryan, James Rideout and Monica Miller were in attendance along with several Tacoma City Councilmembers and city and county staff.
Kick-off Celebration and Parade
On June 12, 2026, festivities begin with a community parade traveling down Portland Avenue, bringing neighbors, youth, and partners together in celebration. The parade culminates at the Puyallup Tribe of Indians’ Administration, where the tribal community will host traditional opening ceremonies and share a Lushootseed traditional narrative to mark the historic moment. The evening concludes with a fireworks display, visible from the Puyallup Tribal Administration front lawn, welcoming visitors from around the world to the region…