# Event Details

- **Event Name**: World Cup Watch Party & Soccer Open Play
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 05:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Join us on the Mini-Pitch!

Alton's first-ever World Cup Watch Party and Soccer Event hosted by STL City SC & SALT (Student Athletes Leading Tomorrow)!

We've partnered with St. Louis City Soccer Club for their massive, 40-day regional soccer festival!

This FREE event features nonstop community activities, pick-up soccer games & free play on the mini-pitch, soccer tennis, competitions & more!

Attendees are encouraged to arrive early after 1PM to enjoy games and activities before the St. Louis CITY-guided soccer court sessions begin at 2PM.

The watch party will display the quarter-final match on a large pop-up screen, also running from 2PM to 4PM.

Limited seating provided, portable chairs/blankets recommended.

All ages welcome. Zero soccer experience required. 

Community and Family Friendly Event!

Timeline:

1:00PM - Event Start

Music & DJ
Soccer Darts
Games & Activites
Open Play Soccer Games on Mini Pitch & Tennis Courts


2:00PM - 4:00PM 

Quarterfinals Watch Party 
Open Play & Activities (cont'd)
STL City Coach-guided soccer sessions
FREE Food Trucks (while supplies last)
FREE Ice Cream


4:00PM - 5:00PM(ish) - Watch Party Ends. Please feel free to stay and play after watch party is over!

What to expect:
- DJ | Music
- Free Food Trucks
- Soccer Activities
- Big Screen Watch Party
- Pick-up Games and Competitions

Free event!

Hydration Station Provided by American Water.

For more information from St. Louis City: https://www.summerofsoccerstl.com/40daysofsoccer
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/alton/world-cup-watch-party-and-soccer-open-play/200030344084305
- **Event Categories**: Sports, food-drinks, Festivals
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 95

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Alton
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Rock Springs Mini-Pitch & Tennis Courts
- **lat**: 38.90573
- **long**: -90.16135
- **full address**: Rock Springs Mini-Pitch & Tennis Courts, Alton, United States

## Event gallery

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  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/e31dad5b025271a0ae2f6ac685f4acc79d421e99c329d9d1cb071cb36a7ed171-rimg-w1200-h630-dce92e68-gmir?v=1783691293

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is World Cup Watch Party & Soccer Open Play being held?
  - **A:** World Cup Watch Party & Soccer Open Play takes place on Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Fri, 10 Jul, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Rock Springs Mini-Pitch & Tennis Courts, Alton, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing World Cup Watch Party & Soccer Open Play?
  - **A:** World Cup Watch Party & Soccer Open Play is organized by SALT - Student Athletes Leading Tomorrow.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** World Cup Watch Party & Soccer Open Play is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Alton, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 90+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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