Largo do Rossio, Aveiro · 11 Jun – 19 Jul
Fan Zone Aveiro 2026: watch the World Cup on a big screen
Giant screen at Largo do Rossio, 11 June to 19 July. Open daily, 5pm to 11pm.
Mexico vs South Africa
11 Jun · 21h00
Opening match
Schedule subject to change in line with the official tournament calendar.
Official opening of the Fan Zone
17 June
Wednesday 5pm
The official opening ceremony takes place on 17 June, with Portugal’s match on the big screen right after, at 6pm. Come and live the Fan Zone’s first big day.
What is Fan Zone Aveiro 2026?
Fan Zone Aveiro 2026 is the public fan area where you watch World Cup matches live on a big screen, at Largo do Rossio in Aveiro, from 11 June to 19 July 2026, every day from 5pm to 11pm.
From 11 June to 19 July, open every day from 5pm to 11pm, screening the headline matches with shaded areas and space to enjoy football together.
An initiative by the Aveiro City Council, produced by GlobalSport.
The experience on site
Giant LED screen
World Cup matches on a big screen with professional sound.
Shaded areas
Plenty of shade to enjoy the late-afternoon matches in comfort.
Inflatable
Fun for the youngest fans inside the venue.
Lounge area
Sofas and chill-out spots between matches, with the lagoon nearby.
Toilets available on site.
Which World Cup matches are shown on the big screen?
| Date | Match | Time (PT) |
|---|---|---|
| 11 Jun | Mexico vs South Africa | 21h00 |
| 13 Jun | Brazil vs Morocco | 23h00 |
| 15 Jun | Spain vs Cape Verde | 17h00 |
| 17 Jun | Portugal vs DR CongoPortugal | 18h00 |
| 21 Jun | Spain vs Saudi Arabia | 17h00 |
| 23 Jun | Portugal vs UzbekistanPortugal | 18h00 |
| 28 Jun | Colombia vs PortugalPortugal | 00h30 |
All times are Portugal mainland time. Full programme and any extended hours to be announced.
Getting to Largo do Rossio
The Fan Zone is at Largo do Rossio in the centre of Aveiro, a few minutes’ walk from the train station and right by the city’s central canal.
Largo do Rossio, Aveiro, Portugal
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Frequently asked questions
What is Fan Zone Aveiro 2026?
Fan Zone Aveiro 2026 is a public fan area at Largo do Rossio in Aveiro, where you watch World Cup matches live on a big screen. It runs from 11 June to 19 July 2026, every day from 5pm to 11pm. It is a public entertainment event organised by GlobalSport and the Municipality of Aveiro.
Is entry free?
Entry to Fan Zone Aveiro 2026 is intended to be free and open to everyone: fans, families, residents and visitors, with the access policy to be confirmed by the organisers. We recommend arriving early for high-demand matches, such as Portugal’s, to get a good spot near the big screen.
What are the opening times?
The fan zone runs from 11 June to 19 July 2026, every day from 5pm to 11pm, at Largo do Rossio. The official opening ceremony is on 17 June at 5pm. For some World Cup matches outside these hours, opening times may be adjusted, with extended hours to be announced.
Which World Cup matches and teams are shown?
The main World Cup matches are shown from 17 June, opening day, including Portugal’s and Spain’s matches. Dates and kick-off times are on the match schedule, subject to the official tournament calendar.
Are there toilets and shaded areas on site?
Yes. Fan Zone Aveiro 2026 provides toilets at the Largo do Rossio venue throughout the event, and there are shaded areas so you can watch the matches in comfort on the hottest days of June and July. There are also sofas and lounge areas to relax between matches.
Is this an official competition event?
No. Fan Zone Aveiro 2026 is a public fan event organised by GlobalSport and the Municipality of Aveiro. It is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or authorised by FIFA or the official organisers of the competition. Match broadcasts are shown on a big screen for local public entertainment.