🇺🇸 Seattle · USA
Lumen Field
69,000
Capacity
6
WC Matches
Open
Roof
2002
Opened
About Lumen Field
Lumen Field in downtown Seattle is home to both the Seahawks and the Seattle Sounders FC - one of MLS's biggest clubs. The stadium's partial roof creates a legendary noise-trapping effect, and the Sounders regularly sell out 40,000+ crowds, showing Seattle's deep soccer culture. Backdrop of Elliott Bay and the Olympic Mountains makes it one of the world's most scenic venues.
Notable: Pacific Northwest food: salmon burgers, fresh-made pretzels, Beecher's mac & cheese (Seattle Pike Place legend), Elysian craft beer. Famously LOUD - holds the Guinness record for crowd noise.
Location & how to find it
Address
800 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134, USA
Seating layout & ticket categories
FIFA prices every match in four categories. Here's where each typically sits at Lumen Field.
Click to enlargeOfficial 2026 FIFA World Cup seat plan. © FIFA - shown for editorial reference. Buy tickets only at FIFA.com.
Find your seat
See exact sections on the FIFA chart
Section numbers and ticket category placement are also shown live in the FIFA ticket portal when you apply. The FIFA support article aggregates seat plans for every venue.
Ticket categories - what each tier means
Cat 1 · Premium
Sideline lower bowl - best sightlines
Cat 2 · Mid-premium
Sideline upper or end-zone lower
Cat 3 · Standard
Upper-bowl end zones, corners
Cat 4 · Resident-only
Restricted view, upper rows - host-country residents only
6 World Cup matches at Lumen Field
Every 2026 FIFA World Cup match scheduled at this venue, in chronological order.
Home Team
Seattle Seahawks (NFL) & Seattle Sounders FC (MLS)
Natural grass (hybrid)
WC 2026 Rounds Hosted
Match-day essentials
Everything you need to walk into Lumen Field for a 2026 World Cup match - bags, gates, transit, parking, and what's allowed inside.
Gates open
Gates typically open 90 minutes before kickoff for FIFA World Cup matches. Confirm exact times on the FIFA app once your tickets appear.
Bag policy
Clear bag only - max 12"×6"×12". One small clutch (4.5"×6.5") allowed.
Cash or card
Cashless
Bag policy in detail
Clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bag no larger than 12"×6"×12", or a one-gallon clear plastic Ziploc-style bag. One small clutch (4.5"×6.5") with or without a strap is also permitted in addition to the clear bag. No backpacks, no diaper bags, no opaque bags of any kind. This is the NFL standard policy and is expected to apply for World Cup 2026.
Prohibited items
- ×Backpacks and bags exceeding clear-bag limits
- ×Outside food and beverages (sealed water bottles often allowed)
- ×Cans, glass containers, hard-sided coolers
- ×Selfie sticks, tripods, and professional camera lenses (>4-6 inches)
- ×Drones, laser pointers, fireworks
- ×Flag poles longer than 3 feet (1 meter)
- ×Banners with commercial or political messaging
- ×Noisemakers, air horns, vuvuzelas (unless venue-specific exception)
- ×Weapons of any kind
- ×Illegal substances
Getting to the stadium
Link Light Rail (recommended)
Stadium Station is a 2-minute walk from Lumen Field. Direct from Sea-Tac Airport ($3.50, 35 min) and downtown Seattle.
Walking
From most downtown Seattle hotels: 10-20 min walk through Pioneer Square. Most fan-friendly stadium location of any World Cup venue.
Sounder Train
Commuter rail from Tacoma and other Sound Transit cities, runs match days.
Parking
$40-80
Limited stadium parking. Most fans take Link Light Rail or walk from downtown. Garages around Pioneer Square charge $30-60.
When to arrive
Arrive 90 min before kickoff. Walking from downtown is part of the experience. Pioneer Square has bars and food before the match.
Post-match exit
Stadium clears in 30-45 min - one of the fastest exits in the World Cup. Link Light Rail gets crowded but runs frequently.
Inside the stadium
Alcohol
Beer, wine, cocktails. ID required (21+ in Washington). Sales end early in the 2nd half.
Smoking
Smoking/vaping prohibited inside. No designated smoking areas.
Re-entry
No re-entry.
Tickets
Mobile-only via the FIFA app. Save your ticket offline before leaving for the stadium and bring government photo ID matching your FIFA ID account.
Food & drink inside the stadium
What you can eat, drink, and try - plus the venue's signature dishes worth seeking out.
Concessions
Standard NFL stadium concessions: hot dogs, pretzels, pizza, burgers, nachos, popcorn, soft drinks, bottled water, beer (domestic + craft), wine, and coffee. Specialty stands rotate by event - the official stadium app lists the day's vendor map.
Beer & drinks
Local craft beer alongside national brands. Most NFL stadiums have a dedicated craft beer hall on the main concourse with regional breweries.
Don't miss
Pacific Northwest food: salmon burgers, fresh-made pretzels, Beecher's mac & cheese (Seattle Pike Place legend), Elysian craft beer. Famously LOUD - holds the Guinness record for crowd noise.
Accessibility
Wheelchair access, sensory accommodations, and other support services. Request these via FIFA.com when buying your ticket.
Wheelchair
Wheelchair-accessible seating with companion seats in every section. Elevators serve all levels. Request accessible seating through FIFA.com when buying tickets.
Sensory
Sensory rooms typically available - quiet spaces with noise-cancelling headphones for guests with sensory processing needs. Check the stadium app on match day for location.
Other support
ASL interpreters available for select matches on request. Audio-description headsets for visually-impaired guests at Guest Services. Service animals welcome.
Bringing kids and families
Nursing & family rooms
Nursing/lactation rooms available - typically on the main concourse near Guest Services. Free use, comfortable seating, sink, and changing table.
Children & infants
Children under 2 typically free as 'lap infants' (must request from FIFA when buying tickets). Children 2+ need their own ticket and FIFA ID.
Strollers
Strollers may be brought in but must be checked at Guest Services or stowed under seats. Some stadiums prohibit strollers in the seating bowl entirely - check on arrival.
Practical info
Photography
Personal cameras welcome (no detachable lenses longer than 4-6 inches). No professional cameras or video equipment. No tripods, monopods, or selfie sticks. Phone photography is unrestricted.
Lost & found
Guest Services on the main concourse handles lost-and-found during the event. Items not claimed are held at the stadium administrative office for ~30 days post-match.
First aid
First-aid stations on every concourse level - look for the white-cross signage on the stadium map. Trained EMTs on site for the duration of the event.
Smoking & vaping
Smoking/vaping prohibited inside the stadium and in concourses. Designated outdoor smoking areas may be available outside the gates - re-entry is generally NOT allowed, so plan accordingly.
Stadium tours
Public stadium tours are typically suspended during World Cup-related dates. Resume normally after the tournament.
First-time visitor tips
Insider notes specific to Lumen Field - the things that make match day smoother.
Walk from downtown Seattle - 10-20 min through Pioneer Square is part of the experience.
Bring earplugs if you're sensitive - this stadium gets brutally loud, and World Cup crowds will be on Sounders supporters' level.
Sections 100-115 are the closest to the Sounders supporter section - loudest atmosphere in the stadium.
The partial roof keeps most seats dry but the lower bowl ends are exposed - check seat location vs. weather forecast.
Post-match: skip the Link Light Rail for the first 30-45 min unless you enjoy being crushed - walk to a nearby bar instead.
Stadium Facts
The Sounders regularly average 40,000+ fans - one of the largest soccer crowds in North America
The partial roof creates a 'noise funnel' effect making it exceptionally loud
Located right on the Seattle waterfront - one of the most scenic urban stadium settings
Seattle Sounders FC won MLS Cup in 2016 and 2019
The 12th Man tradition - referring to the deafening crowd - was born in Seattle
Lumen Field FAQ
How do I get from downtown Seattle to Lumen Field?+
Walk - 10-20 min from most downtown hotels through Pioneer Square. Or Link Light Rail to Stadium Station (1-2 stops, $2.50). Easiest stadium location of any World Cup venue.
How do I get from Sea-Tac Airport to Lumen Field?+
Take Link Light Rail directly from the airport to Stadium Station - $3.50, 35 minutes, no transfers. The most efficient airport-to-stadium transit of any World Cup host city.
What's the bag policy at Lumen Field?+
Standard NFL clear-bag policy: clear bag max 12"×6"×12" or one-gallon Ziploc, plus 4.5"×6.5" clutch. Same policy as Seahawks home games.
Is Lumen Field walkable from Seattle hotels?+
Yes - most downtown Seattle hotels are 10-20 min on foot through Pioneer Square. Bring comfortable shoes and a layer (Seattle June evenings are cool, 55-65°F).
How busy is Lumen Field after a World Cup match?+
Stadium clears in 30-45 min - one of the fastest exits in the World Cup thanks to its central downtown location. Link Light Rail runs frequently; walking back to downtown is also easy.
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