Welcome Soccer Fans!
Planning your trip in 2026 for the World Event in Seattle, Washington or Vancouver, BC? The beautiful, seaside college town of Bellingham, Washington is a SeattleFWC26 official fan zone! Bellingham also sits conveniently between two host cities, making it an ideal place to stay while enjoying the games. Check out our places to stay page to find a place to call home while you are here!

- 50 miles from Vancouver, BC
- 90 miles from Seattle, WA
- Reachable by bus, train, car, plane, and water. Discover transportation options here.
- Easy to navigate, allowing you to decompress and relax (without the crowds and lines) after a full day of fan fun.
- Tucked between the sea and the mountains! All of Whatcom County offer world-class recreation, incredible food, stunning views, vibrant arts and culture offerings, amazing live entertainment, and friendly people.
Start Planning Your Visit!
Staying in Bellingham for the World Games
As one of just nine cities in Washington State that will be hosting an official SeattleFWC26 fan zone, Bellingham is an ideal place to enjoy the entirety of the games!
The best part? Bellingham and surrounding Whatcom County is away from the crowds, making it easy to relax and comfortably lay down your head after a full day of fun.

Community Spotlight

21 miles north of Bellingham and the closest community to the Peace Arch Border Crossing, Blaine isn't just the entryway to the US-Canada border.
Explore more about where to stay and what to see in the seaside community of Blaine here.

15 miles north of Bellingham is the city of Lynden, which is located less than 2 miles from another US-Canada border crossing. Spend time right in the heart of this region’s rich farmland, known for producing some of the largest crops of raspberries in the entire country!
Find places to stay and what to explore in Lynden here.
Game Schedule & Travel Routes
Border Crossing Information

Blaine/Douglas: Peace Arch Crossing
Pacific Highway: Additional Blaine Crossing
Lynden/Aldergrove: Lynden Crossing
- Sumas/Abbotsford-Huntingdon: Sumas Crossing
Point Roberts/Boundary Bay Crossing
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