If you are planning to visit Lumen Field for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, we've got you covered!
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to be the biggest the world has ever witnessed, with 48 teams battling it out in a month-long frenzy. The USA, Canada, and Mexico will have the honor of co-hosting this footballing festival across some of the most iconic venues in North America.
Some of the most iconic venues will be part of the spectacle next year, including the home of the Seattle Seahawks and Seattle Sounders FC – Lumen Field.
Having already hosted a number of memorable events in the past, Lumen Field is now set to welcome the world’s greatest footballing nations.
Whether you're a fan traveling halfway across the world to watch your team play, or someone just in town looking to explore one of its finest landmarks, this piece is for you! GOAL brings you all the details you need before planning a trip to Lumen Field.
Getty Images SportLumen Field overviewCapacity68,740Year opened2002Tenant(s)Seattle Seahawks (NFL), Seattle Sounders FC (MLS)Address800 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134, USAAdvertisementGetty Images SportHistory of Lumen Field
Lumen Field was completed in 2002 and originally opened as Seahawks Stadium, serving as the home of the Seattle Seahawks. It was later renamed Qwest Field in 2004, CenturyLink Field in 2011, and eventually became Lumen Field in 2020.
The stadium is well known for its electric atmosphere. Its unique roof design amplifies the noise from home supporters, often making it a challenging environment for visiting teams.
Over the years, Lumen Field has hosted several major events, including top-tier soccer tournaments such as the MLS Cup, CONCACAF Gold Cup, and the Copa America Centenario in 2016. It was also chosen as one of the 12 venues for the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup.
In addition to being the home ground for both NFL and MLS teams, the stadium has also welcomed some of the biggest names in music. Artists like Taylor Swift, Coldplay, Ed Sheeran, The Weekend, Beyonce and more have all performed here in recent years.
Getty Images SportWhich teams play at Lumen FieldLumen Field has been the home of the Seattle Seahawks since its construction in 2002 and became the home ground for MLS side Seattle Sounders FC in 2009.
Seattle SeahawksNFLSeattle Sounders FCMLSGetty Images SportHow to get to Lumen Field
How to get to Lumen Field by public transport
Lumen Field is accessible through a number of public transit options. The Light Rail running from the Airport Station stops at both International District Station and Stadium Station, each just a five-minute walk from the stadium.
Several Metro Bus routes also serve the area. Routes 21, 101, 106, 150, 550, and 554 all stop at either 4th Ave S & S Jackson St or the SODO Busway, both within a five-minute walk from the venue.
Rideshares and taxis are also convenient alternatives, though fares tend to surge on event days.
How to get to Lumen Field by car
Fans traveling to the stadium by car can take Exit 164A toward Royal Brougham Way on I-5, follow the signs for Lumen Field/SODO District, then turn left onto Occidental Ave S to reach the stadium area.