In Summer 2026, soccer fans from around the globe will descend on Seattle for the world’s biggest sporting event: FIFA World Cup. Seattle has been selected as one of 16 host cities, placing us at the center of the global soccer stage. The three-and-a-half-week event is expected to draw 750,000 visitors and generate a multi-million-dollar economic impact. As we count down the days until kickoff, how is the Lumen Field and our city at large preparing for this epic event? Join us July 15 for an exclusive, inside look at the stadium renovations that are elevating the fan experience to new heights. Walking tour will include key Pioneer Square developments and Colman Dock as we explore the lasting impact of the World Cup on our industry and infrastructure. Don't miss this exciting event!

• Karen Thomas, Managing Principal, Gensler [Moderator]
• Beth Knox, President & CEO, Seattle Sports Commission
• Tija Petrovich, Board Member, Alliance for Pioneer Square 
• Peter Tomozawa, Chief Executive Officer, Seattle World Cup 2026
• Greg Wong, Deputy Mayor, City of Seattle

• Lumen Field is undergoing several stadium enhancements to prepare for the World Cup and improve the fan experience for years to come. The “Fanovation” project modernized areas throughout the stadium and added venues such as the T-Mobile Endzone, The 1976 Club, and EQC Tunnel Club. Additional upgrades include installation of FIFA-required grass surface, enhanced security, upgraded seating, and a brand-new sound system and video boards.
• 505 First, a 288,000-square-foot Class A office building in the Pioneer Square neighborhood of Seattle, is the first existing building to pursue the highly rigorous Core Green Building certification from the International Living Future Institute (ILFI). Blending modern technology with historic architecture, 505 First boasts exceptional amenities, including a rooftop deck with panoramic views of downtown Seattle and the Puget Sound, while setting a new standard for sustainability and innovation.
• RailSpur, named for the railways that once ran through the area, encompasses three historic warehouse buildings into a transformative micro-district including office, retail, restaurant, residential, and hospitality experiences. 419 Occidental Ave is a LEED Platinum brick and timber office building offering 77,000 square feet of work space throughout seven floors. 100 S King St features Populus Seattle, a boutique hotel with a rooftop bar and restaurant. 115 S Jackson St is a three-story heritage building with 26 fully furnished apartments.  
• Colman Dock is Washington State’s busiest ferry terminal serving more than 10 million passengers annually. Completed in 2023, the new terminal features a new entry building with over 20,000 square feet of passenger space, a new pedestrian bridge, and public plazas with local artwork. 

• Tuesday, July 15 | 12-6 p.m.
• Registration & Panel Discussion: 12-1 p.m. | Lumen Field, Cascade Club Lounge, 800 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134
• From the North Parking Lot (221 S King St, Seattle, WA 98134), you can enter Lumen via the Cascade VIP Entrance on the east side of the stadium. Click here to view a map.
• Tours Depart at 1 p.m. | Lumen Field, Cascade Club Lounge, 800 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134
• Happy Hour Networking: 4-6 p.m. | 505 First, 505 First Avenue South Seattle, WA 98104
• $145 Members | $180 Non-Members | $75 Student Members. Click here to learn more about membership.  
• Additional location and event details to be announced. 
• Event details are subject to change.
  
  

Online registration for this event is now closed. Onsite registrations will be available, space permitting. 

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