Tallinn plans to bring back FIFA World Cup public screenings to Freedom Square in 2026

Tallinn is planning to host public screenings of the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches at Freedom Square (Vabaduse väljak). The screenings are expected to begin with the quarterfinal stage in July 2026, welcoming both city residents and visitors.

Tallinn is set to revive the tradition of public football screenings, with the city planning to broadcast 2026 FIFA World Cup matches at Freedom Square (Vabaduse väljak). The outdoor viewing events are scheduled to kick off in July 2026, starting from the tournament's quarterfinal stage.

The initiative aims to bring together football fans from across the Estonian capital and visitors to the city, creating a shared communal atmosphere around the world's biggest football tournament. Freedom Square, one of Tallinn's most iconic public spaces, has previously hosted similar large-scale public events.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, marking the first time the tournament will be held across three countries. The expanded 48-team format means more matches and more opportunities for fans around the world to follow their favourite teams.

Details regarding the full programme of screenings, infrastructure arrangements, and any accompanying entertainment at Freedom Square are expected to be announced closer to the event. Tallinn's plans reflect a growing trend across European cities of organising public viewing zones during major international football tournaments.