This summer, Greater Philadelphia will proudly welcome the world. We’ll celebrate America’s 250th birthday and host major sporting events, including the FIFA World Cup 26 and the MLB All-Star Game. The World Cup alone could bring an estimated $770 million in economic activity, 6,600 new jobs, and $51 million in tax revenue. For the business community, this is a once-in-a-generation chance to build on that opportunity and create paths to economic mobility across our city and region.
On Monday, June 8, 2026, The Chamber hosted a virtual session with representatives from Philadelphia Soccer 2026, the Office of the City Representative and Special Events, the Office of Emergency Management, the Philadelphia Police Department / Delaware Valley Intelligence Center, and SEPTA to help regional businesses prepare for the events ahead.
Here, you’ll find resources and real-time updates to keep your business running smoothly, help your team guide and support visitors, and make the most of every opportunity.
Events & Programming
Upcoming FIFA and America 250 events, schedules, and city-hosted programming to help businesses plan ahead.
- Download the Access PHL Mobile App — the city’s official navigation and event app for FIFA World Cup 2026™ and America 250
- Visit the 2026 Events | City of Philadelphia page for a full calendar of city-hosted programming
- Stay current on events, activations, and visitor information from Visit Philadelphia
- Learn about the FIFA Fan Fest Philadelphia including dates, location, and programming details
- Review Mayor Parker’s Transportation & Access Plan for the FIFA Fan Festival to help your team and customers plan travel around major event days
Business Preparedness
Tools and resources to keep your operations running smoothly — from emergency planning to IT recovery.
- Download the Philadelphia 2026 Business Readiness Playbook from the City of Philadelphia
- Download the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Safety Messaging Toolkit for Businesses from FEMA — covering business continuity, crisis communications, emergency response, and IT resources
- Learn about common hazards during the FIFA World Cup from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
- Share Ready Business and Ready Business Toolkits with managers and employees
- Establish plans for Business Continuity, Crisis Communications, Emergency Response, and IT Disaster Recovery
- Review the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Public Safety Guide to Philadelphia for a preview of how the city managed public safety at a prior FIFA event
- Report suspicious activity to the Delaware Valley Intelligence Center at dvicphila.org or dvic@phila.gov
Visitor Experience
Resources to help companies confidently welcome and assist the influx of international visitors.
- Take advantage of VisitPhilly’s free Destination Optimization program to improve your digital presence, enhance photos and videos, and manage customer reviews ahead of the influx of visitors
- Learn about Cultural Diplomacy Training to equip your team to engage confidently with international guests
- Share SEPTA’s World Cup travel information with your team so staff can confidently guide visitors on public transit
- View the Soccer FanBot powered by CGI: Get real-time FIFA World Cup updates, transit info and public safety alerts all in one place.
City Updates & Alerts
Real-time information channels to keep you informed before and during the events.
- Visit the Philadelphia 2026 Resource Hub for centralized city updates and event information
- Join the FIFA World Cup 2026 Philadelphia WhatsApp Channel for real-time updates from the city
- Sign up for text alerts: Text CUPPHL to 888-777 to receive critical public safety, weather, and transit updates directly to your phone
This page will be updated as new resources become available. Last updated: June 2026.
