Downtown Reading prepares for FIFA World Cup Fan Zone

Reading officials are gearing up for a series of free Pennsylvania World Cup Fan Zone events coming to downtown Reading next month, bringing FIFA World Cup 2026 excitement to the city through watch parties, live entertainment, soccer activities and a large-scale block party. City leaders joined Experience Reading & Berks County and Philadelphia Soccer 2026 to highlight the upcoming celebration, which will take place around Santander Arena and along the 500, 600 and 700 blocks of Penn Street.