The economic importance of the FIFA World Cup 26 Seattle™ extends beyond the duration of the event, with benefits ranging from short-term revenue boosts to long-term economic development and promotion of Washington state on the global stage. This collection of robust webinars, playbooks, and other resources are your detailed roadmap to business success.
Playbooks
Small Business Readiness Playbook
This playbook offers guidance on business readiness, shares real-world case studies and outlines strategies to help small businesses tap into 2026 FIFA World Cup economic opportunities—and thrive beyond the event.
FIFA World Cup Watch Party Playbook
Seattle will host six World Cup matches between June 11 – July 19, 2026. Learn how to host your own World Cup-related event – there are several ways to host your event or watch party depending on the size, location, and scope of your activity.
Mega Events Readiness Playbook – A Graphic Novel
This resource guides you through our Small Business Readiness Playbook, with practical checklists and action items to help you get ready for mega events.
Community Brand Playbook (fill out the form on page)
This playbook offers guidance on businesses can navigate FIFA’s brand standards— what’s allowed what’s not, and how to activate your brand around the Seattle-hosted games without going out of bounds.
Welcoming the World to Seattle Playbook
This playbook offers practical guidance on how communities and businesses can honor and engage visiting nations — from cultural touchpoints to customer experience strategies.
Webinar Recordings + Related Resources
World Cup Ready: Watch Party Playbook for FIFA Club World Cup 2025
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World Cup Ready: Small Business Mega Event Playbook
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World Cup Ready: Boost Your Small Business with Our New CBC Business Ready Portal – Live Demo
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- Community Business Connector | An Initiative of the Seattle Metro Chamber | Seattle CBC
- Community Business Connector Registration Page
World Cup Ready: Capture the Crowd With Fan‑Focused Marketing
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World Cup Ready Mobility for the Match Regional Travel & Transit Planning for Seattle Hosted Games
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World Cup Ready: Expanded Alcohol Services Application & Permitting Training
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- Presentation Deck
- SDOT Permit Resources
- Applying for Expanded Alcohol Services Guide
- LCB portal
- Street Use Permit Service Portal Guidance
- Permit Applicant Guides
- Special Events Office World Cup-specific permitting resources:
- Expanded Alcohol Services Webpage
- Expanded Alcohol Services GIS Map
- LCB Portal Registration User Guide
World Cup Ready: Public Safety and De-escalation Training
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