Description
An exhibition, English-language conversations, prizes, and fascinating stories celebrating the FIFA World Cup 2026.
June 10 – July 8, 2026 at American Corner Trieste.
Free Admission.
TRIESTE – Even though Italy will not be participating in the FIFA World Cup 2026, the world's biggest sporting event is still coming to Trieste.
From June 10 through July 8, 2026, American Corner Trieste and Associazione Italo Americana FVG are organizing World Cup 2026 Month, a month-long series of free events dedicated to the U.S. host cities, American culture, and the stories behind the world's most watched sporting tournament.
The initiative is open to everyone and includes an exhibition, English-language conversations, games, prizes, trivia, and activities designed for both soccer fans and anyone interested in the United States.
AN EXHIBITION TO VISIT ALL MONTH LONG
Throughout the duration of the program, visitors are invited to explore a free exhibition dedicated to the FIFA World Cup 2026.
The exhibition includes:
• A photo gallery highlighting major FIFA events in the United States
• A collection of artistic posters featuring the eleven U.S. cities that will host World Cup matches
• Informational displays about the host cities, stadiums, and local traditions
From New York to Los Angeles, from Miami to Seattle, visitors can discover America's World Cup through images, design, and fascinating stories.
EXHIBITION HOURS June 10 – July 8, 2026
Monday – Friday 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Wednesdays 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Free Admission.
World Cup Wednesdays.
Beyond the Pitch
Every Wednesday at 5:00 PM, the public is invited to join a series of informal English-language conversations exploring the most fascinating aspects of the World Cup.
Of course, we may talk a little about the matches and tournament highlights, but our focus is on going "beyond the pitch" to explore the host cities, fan traditions, food, music, entertainment, travel, and American culture surrounding the tournament.
Each session will also include: World Cup Gossip Corner
Celebrities, behind-the-scenes stories, rumors, personalities, surprising facts, and the most talked-about moments of the tournament.
World Cup Trivia - Fun facts, quizzes, and surprising stories from World Cup history.
Program
Wednesday, June 10 – 5:00 PM
World Cup Kickoff
• Introduction to FIFA World Cup 2026
• Meet the Host Cities
• Opening Ceremony and Opening Show Highlights
• World Cup Gossip & Trivia
• World Cup Jeopardy! Game
Wednesday, June 17 – 5:00 PM
East Coast Events
• New York/New Jersey
• Philadelphia
• Boston
• Miami
• Atlanta
• Opening Ceremony Recap
• Trivia & Gossip Corner
Wednesday, June 24 – 5:00 PM
West Coast Events
• Los Angeles
• San Francisco Bay Area
• Seattle
• Dallas
• Houston
• Kansas City
• Virtual Tour of America's Western Host Cities
• Trivia & Gossip Corner
Wednesday, July 1 – 5:00 PM
American Players Abroad
• American soccer stars playing in Europe
• The growth of soccer in the United States
• Future stars of Team USA
• Trivia & Gossip Corner
Wednesday, July 8 – 5:00 PM
Fans, Food, Traditions & Festivities
• American fan traditions
• Stadium food specialties
• Tailgating and fan culture
• Music, entertainment, and celebrations
• Trivia & Gossip Corner
The world Cup Wednesday Passport.
All participants will receive a free and exclusive World Cup Wednesday Passport.
A special stamp will be added at each session.
Participants who collect all five stamps by attending all five Wednesday events will receive one of the official FIFA World Cup 2026 host-city posters.
Win a World Cup Soccer Ball.
All visitors to the exhibition may enter a free drawing to win a FIFA World Cup 2026 soccer ball.
A World Cup for Everyone.
You don't have to be a soccer expert to participate.
World Cup 2026 Month is designed for sports fans, English learners, travelers, lovers of American culture, and anyone who is curious about the United States and the world's biggest sporting event.
Because the World Cup is more than a tournament.
It is a celebration of cities, people, cultures, traditions, food, music, and stories from around the globe.
And this summer, that celebration is coming to Trieste.
World Cup 2026 Month
American Corner Trieste
Associazione Italo Americana FVG
Piazza Sant'Antonio Nuovo, 6
34122 Trieste, Italy
June 10 – July 8, 2026
All activities are free
Organized by:
American Corner Trieste
Associazione Italo Americana FVG
