The World Cup 2026 Houston schedule packs seven matches into three weeks at NRG Stadium — five group-stage fixtures featuring heavyweights like Germany, Portugal and the Netherlands, plus two knockout ties. Add a 34-day Fan Festival in East Downtown and a rail line that runs straight to the stadium, and Houston is one of the most convenient host cities of the tournament. Here’s your complete guide: matches, fan zones, transport and what to do with your bags.
World Cup 2026 Houston Match Schedule
NRG Stadium — Houston Stadium for the tournament — hosts seven matches between 14 June and 4 July 2026:
| Match | Stage |
|---|---|
| Germany vs Curaçao | Group Stage |
| Portugal vs DR Congo | Group Stage |
| Netherlands vs Sweden | Group Stage |
| Portugal vs Uzbekistan | Group Stage |
| Cabo Verde vs Saudi Arabia | Group Stage |
| Group C winner vs Group F runner-up (29 June) | Round of 32 |
| Round of 16 tie (4 July) | Knockout |
Check the official FIFA schedule for confirmed dates and kickoff times — most Houston matches kick off in the early afternoon, with the air-conditioned, retractable-roof stadium keeping the Texas summer outside.
FIFA Fan Festival in East Downtown (EaDo)
Houston’s official FIFA Fan Festival runs for 34 days, from 11 June to 19 July, at 2301 Dallas Street in East Downtown (EaDo). Admission is free, with every tournament match broadcast on large screens alongside cultural performances, interactive installations and local food vendors. It’s the place to be on non-match days — and EaDo’s bars and taquerias keep the party going after the final whistle.
Getting to Houston Stadium (NRG Stadium)
By METRORail: the Red Line runs from downtown straight to NRG Park Transit Center, a short walk from the gates — no car needed. Trains run frequently on match days; pre-load a METRO card or use the app to skip queues.
From the airports: both IAH and Hobby connect to downtown by bus and rideshare; from downtown, the Red Line takes you the rest of the way south to the stadium.
Bag rules: FIFA’s clear bag policy applies (clear bags up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches, small clutches up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches) and there’s no bag check at the venue. Full details in the NRG Stadium bag policy guide.
Luggage Storage in Houston for the World Cup
Arriving on match day, checking out before an evening game, or heading to the Fan Festival with bags? Radical Storage has verified partners across Houston from $4.90 per bag per day — no size limits, $3,000 guarantee per item, booking in under two minutes. Drop your luggage downtown along the METRORail Red Line, ride to NRG with just your clear match-day bag, and collect everything afterwards.
Where to Stay and What to See Between Matches
Downtown keeps you on the Red Line with direct stadium access and walking distance to the EaDo Fan Festival. The Museum District, two stops up the line from NRG, is a smart alternative — leafy, calmer, and home to the Houston Museum of Natural Science and the Menil Collection. Between matches, take a day for Space Center Houston, cool off at the Buffalo Bayou Park trails in the evening, and eat your way through one of America’s most diverse food cities — Houston’s Viet-Cajun crawfish and barbecue scenes alone are worth the trip.
Frequently Asked Questions
Seven matches at NRG Stadium (Houston Stadium): five group-stage games between 14 and 27 June, a Round of 32 tie on 29 June, and a Round of 16 tie on 4 July 2026.
At 2301 Dallas Street in East Downtown (EaDo), running 11 June to 19 July with free admission, big screens for every match, live performances and local food vendors.
Take the METRORail Red Line from downtown Houston to NRG Park Transit Center, a short walk from the stadium gates.
FIFA’s clear bag policy applies: clear bags up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches or small clutches up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches. NRG Stadium has no bag check, so store larger bags off-site.
Radical Storage has verified partners across Houston from $4.90 per bag per day, each covered by a $3,000 guarantee — store downtown along the METRORail line and travel to NRG hands-free.
