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Brighton i360 Fanzone

30 May, 2026
Brighton i360 Fanzone

Brighton i360 Fanzone | Open-Air FIFA World Cup Screening

 

The city is getting ready for a summer of football fever on the seafront as Brighton i360 transforms into one of the biggest open-air World Cup screening destinations.

When England steps onto the world stage this June, Brighton i360 will come alive with outdoor screenings, flowing beer, buzzing crowds and the kind of atmosphere only world-class football can create. With the sea breeze rolling in and the sun setting behind the remains of the West Pier, this promises to be one of the most electric places on the south coast to watch the tournament unfold.

Forget watching from your sofa, this is football shared properly. Every tackle, near miss and last-minute penalty will be felt collectively as fans gather together beneath open skies to cheer on the Three Lions in true Brightonian style.

England’s group stage fixtures are set to draw huge crowds throughout the tournament, with three massive matches screened live on the beachside fanzone:

  • England vs Croatia – Weds 17 June
  • England vs Ghana – Tues 23 June
  • England vs Panama – Sat 27 June

But this is far more than simply watching football on a big screen. The i360 fanzone is being designed as a full summer experience, combining sport, socialising and seaside energy in one iconic setting.

Expect ice-cold draught beers, cocktails, amazing food and the roar of hundreds of fans reacting in real time as the England men’s team chase World Cup glory. Whether you’re a lifelong football fanatic or simply looking for an unbeatable summer atmosphere with friends, the Brighton i360 offers the perfect excuse to soak up the action by the sea.

As day turns into evening and the i360 tower lights up the Brighton skyline, the space will transform into a vibrant festival of football, celebration and shared anticipation. If England goes on a run, there may be nowhere better to experience it than right here on Brighton beach.

Free tickets are available now via the  Brighton i360 website.

www.brightoni360.co.uk

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