Highlights · 17 June
The opening night that filled Largo do Rossio
Fan Zone Aveiro 2026 opened on 17 June and Largo do Rossio filled up from the very first night. The official opening paired the city ceremony with Portugal × DR Congo on the giant screen, hosted by RTP journalist Tópê Carvalho.
How the day unfolded
The ceremony began at 5:00 PM with the ribbon cutting by the Mayor of Aveiro. It was followed by entertainment from host Tópê Carvalho, the Portuguese anthem by soprano Mónica Pais with Francesca Serafini on piano, and the unveiling of the Mega Portuguese Flag. Mayor Luís Souto Miranda addressed the crowd before kick-off.
At 6:00 PM the giant screen lit up for Portugal × DR Congo and Largo do Rossio turned into a sea of scarves, flags and chanting. Between celebrations, fire on stage and packed stands, opening night showed exactly what the Fan Zone will be throughout the World Cup.
Opening-day programme
- 5:00 PMRibbon cutting and official opening with the Mayor of Aveiro
- 5:05 PMEntertainment with host Tópê Carvalho, RTP journalist, and a DJ
- 5:30 PMPortuguese anthem by soprano Mónica Pais, with Francesca Serafini on piano, and the unveiling of the Mega Portuguese Flag
- 5:40 PMSpeech by the Mayor, Dr. Luís Souto Miranda
- 6:00 PMPortugal × DR Congo broadcast on the giant screen
- Half-timeMore entertainment with the DJ and host Tópê Carvalho
Opening night in photos
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More photos from upcoming matches coming soon.
Come and live the next matches
The Fan Zone is open every day from 5pm to 11pm, until 19 July. Check the match schedule and the bar prices.