Philadelphia's big year: Sport, culture, and the art of the long stay

If you follow the FIFA World Cup closely, love an underdog story like Rocky, or have always wanted to experience a classic American summer, Philadelphia in 2026 brings all of that together.

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Philadelphia will host six FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, including a Round of 16 game on July 4—America’s Independence Day. Add the country's 250th anniversary, MLB All-Star Week, and the PGA Championship, and the city becomes more than a stopover.

It becomes a home base—where the days between big events matter just as much as the main ones.

EASY COME, EASY GO

With direct flights from more than 120 international destinations, getting here is straightforward. And if you're most convenient route brings you into New York or Washington, DC, that still works in your favour: both cities are connected to Philadelphia by Amtrak, with fast, frequent rail service that drops you right into the heart of downtown.