WWI Museum and Memorial to host Kansas City’s FIFA Fan Festival [Video]

The National WWI Museum and Memorial has been selected as the host of Kansas City’s FIFA Fan Festival.The KC2026 World Cup Committee, along with Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas, announced that the iconic location would be the site of the major activation for the FIFA World Cup in 2026. “The National WWI Museum and Memorial, an enduring symbol of the importance of international peace and cooperation, is an ideal location to bring people from around the world together in Kansas City,” Mayor Lucas said in a press release Wednesday. “I look forward to the FIFA Fan Festival showcasing the vibrant cultures, talented artists and diverse cuisines that make Kansas City such a special place.”The ongoing festival will be similar to the 2023 NFL Draft Experience that was also held at the National WWI Museum and Memorial.The mayor said access to transportation, existing infrastructure, security, and the potential impact on local …