If you’re looking to find the best spot for FIFA merch, watch parties, and more… without actually having tickets to the World Cup, don’t worry: we’ve got you covered. The Works, the Upper Westside’s 80-acre mixed-use destination, is launching ‘All The Soccer Things,’ an eight-week immersive series with art, live musical performances, public watch parties, soccer giveaways and so. much. more. Keep scrolling to learn more.
What is All The Soccer Things?
All The Soccer Things is The Works’ 8-week FIFA World Cup celebration, and it’s got a little something for everyone to enjoy. This summer, head to The Works for, well… all the soccer things happening in the ATL!
Whether you’re a die-hard soccer super fan or just a casual soccer supporter, there’s something for you at The Works.
Here’s a taste of what you can expect this summer:
- Movie and Match Night (June 12): The Works is getting in the soccer spirit with two special screenings. Stop by the Camp Street Green at 4 p.m. for a screening of the family-friendly comedy “Kicking & Screaming,” followed by a watch party of the country’s first match, USA vs. Paraguay at 6 p.m.
- All The Soccer Things Kickoff (June 13): The Works is kicking off All The Soccer Things with a high-energy drum performance by Brazuka Percussion at 1 p.m. on Camp Street. Packed with intense spirit, this local drumline can be found in the fan zone at every Atlanta United soccer game. After the performance, be part of the kickoff as The Works hosts its first public soccer watch party of the summer, featuring:
- 3 p.m. – Qatar vs. Switzerland and Brazil vs. Morocco
- 9 p.m. – Haiti vs. Scotland
- Watch Party (June 13, June 21 and July 19): Join The Works for game day as it hosts three public matchday watch parties throughout the summer.
- June 13 at Camp Street Green
- 3 p.m. – Qatar vs. Switzerland and Brazil vs. Morocco
- 9 p.m. – Haiti vs. Scotland
- June 21 at The Camp
- 12 p.m. – Spain vs. Saudi Arabia and Belgium vs. Iran
- 6 p.m. – Uruguay vs. Cabo Verde and New Zealand vs. Egypt
- July 19 at The Camp
- 3 p.m. – World Cup Final Match
- June 13 at Camp Street Green
- Game Face (June 24 and July 15): Show team pride in full color at this spirited face painting event! Guests are encouraged to stop by and get decked out in their team’s colors before catching the match on screen at one of the participating locations.
More excitement fans can expect
And that’s not even everything! There are even more fun soccer happenings at All The Soccer Things this summer at The Works, including:
- Jersey Fridays (Every Friday in June and July): The community is invited to rep their team all summer long! Those who wear their soccer jersey every Friday in June and July can score special discounts at participating tenants at The Works, including:
- Fox Bros. Bar-B-Q
- Your 3rd Spot
- Chattahoochee Food Works
- Dr. Scofflaw’s
- American Axes
- Love Train Antiques
- Chicheria Mexican Kitchen
- Summer Satur-daze Summer Music Series (Every Saturday in June and July): All summer long, The Works will feature live music celebrating the rich culture of the World Cup, including musicians from:
- High Latin
- TC Costello
- Garden Variety Band
- Black Lion
- Orquestra MaCuba
- Projeto Brasileiro
- Global Gear Merch Pop-Up: Don’t miss this pop-up shop featuring licensed FIFA merchandise, soccer apparel and accessories. The Global Gear Merch Pop-Up will open in May for fans looking to gear up.
- Spirit on The Spur Art Wall: Snap a photo at The Works’ custom soccer-themed mural on The Spur, created by local chalk artist Jessi Queen and inspired by the spirit and energy of Atlanta.
And, they’re hosting a grand prize giveaway!
If that’s not enough to convince you that you’ve gotta check out The Works this summer, you’ve also gotta hear about their ultimate grand prize giveaway, valued at over $5,000!
One lucky person will win the All The Soccer Things grand prize giveaway on July 19! This massive prize includes:
- officially licensed FIFA World Cup merchandise
- four tickets to the Atlanta United vs. Inter Miami game on Oct. 17 in a 100 Level premium suite with complimentary food and drinks.
Participants can enter to win by signing up for The Works newsletter on The Works’ website.
Don’t miss out on all the FIFA World Cup fun at The Works in Atlanta this summer, y’all! We’ll see ya there!
