Nyon to Host the Region's Main FIFA World Cup 2026 Fan Zone This Summer

Football fans won't have to travel far to soak up the atmosphere of the FIFA World Cup this summer. From 11 June to 19 July 2026, Nyon will become the region's football hotspot, hosting what is expected to be the main fan zone between Geneva and Lausanne.

While both Geneva and Lausanne have opted not to organise official fan zones during the tournament due to security measures surrounding the G7 Summit in nearby Evian, Nyon is stepping in to create a month-long gathering place for supporters from across La Côte and beyond.

Set beneath the Rive marquee, the fan zone will offer live match screenings on a giant screen, alongside food trucks, bars, a VIP area and a programme of entertainment designed to keep the atmosphere going long after the final whistle.

A Summer of Football by the Lake

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be the largest in the tournament's history, bringing together 48 national teams across the United States, Canada and Mexico. With more than 100 matches taking place over six weeks, football supporters will have plenty to follow.

Around 40 matches will be shown in Nyon, with a focus on the tournament's most anticipated fixtures and all matches involving the Swiss national team.

Because of the time difference with North America, only matches kicking off at 22:00 or earlier will be screened during the group stages and the early knockout rounds. Two later fixtures are currently scheduled for broadcast: a quarter-final on Saturday 11 July and the third-place play-off on Saturday 18 July, both starting at 23:00.

Should Switzerland progress further into the tournament, additional screenings may be added.

More Than Just Match Screenings

The organisers are keen for the fan zone to become more than a place to watch football.

Designed as a community gathering space, the venue will welcome football enthusiasts, families, groups of friends, companies looking for after-work meetups and anyone wanting to enjoy the summer atmosphere.

Alongside the match broadcasts, visitors can expect food and drinks, post-match DJ sets and a lively social atmosphere throughout the tournament.

Two stand-up comedy evenings have also been scheduled for Sunday 12 July and Friday 17 July, making use of evenings when no matches are taking place.

Temporary Closures and Venue Changes

Visitors should note that the fan zone will be closed from 15 to 17 June due to security measures linked to the G7 Summit being held in Evian.

In addition, screenings will temporarily move from Rive to the Salle communale de Perdtemps (Rue des Marchandises 5) on 3, 4 and 5 July to accommodate another event already scheduled at the lakeside venue.

Planning Your Visit

Opening times will vary depending on the match schedule, with the site generally opening in the late afternoon and remaining open until the end of the evening's games.

Programme details and opening times will be published on the Ville de Nyon agenda page.