May 12, 2026 – The Greensboro Sports Foundation and Greensboro Downtown Parks, Inc. (GDPI) are thrilled to announce two free public watch parties of FIFA World Cup 2026™ matches in LeBauer Park in Downtown Greensboro. As the official Team Base Camp for the Norwegian National Football Team, Greensboro invites the community to cheer alongside fellow fans on the new, high-definition GMA/FirstPoint Screen at the Price/Bryan Performance Pavilion.
“It is an honor to be a host city for Team Norway as they prepare for the FIFA World Cup,” said Greensboro Sports Foundation President and CEO Richard Beard. “We are thrilled to cheer them on as a community.”
“My most exciting World Cup memories have been public watch parties surrounded by fans,” said Greensboro Downtown Parks, Inc. Executive Director Jack Garvey, Jr. “We are pleased that everyone can experience that stadium-like atmosphere in their downtown parks.”
These watch parties will be on Friday, June 12th, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET for United States versus Paraguay and on Friday, June 26th, 2026 at 3:00 PM for Norway versus France. Fans can arrive a couple of hours early to enjoy a meal or merchandise from local vendors, including Lawn Service by Little Brother Brewing and Parkside Pull-Up.
There is no cost to attend. Participants can register online and find more information at GreensboroDowntownParks.org/Soccer.
Greensboro is the Team Base Camp city for the Norwegian National Football Team. The Greensboro Sports Foundation leads the local organizing committee in partnership with the City of Greensboro, UNCG, and the Greensboro Convention & Visitors Bureau.
The watch parties are co-presented by The Greensboro Sports Foundation, GDPI, Carolina Core FC, City of Greensboro Parks and Recreation, Downtown Greensboro, Inc., and Kontoor.
About the Greensboro Sports Foundation
The Greensboro Sports Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to attracting and supporting youth, college, amateur and professional sporting events that drive sports tourism, generate economic impact, and create unique opportunities for youth sports in Greensboro and Guilford County. Working in partnership with local venues, businesses, community organizations, and a committed network of volunteers, the Foundation helps welcome visitors to the region while using sports to strengthen the local economy and inspire the next generation of athletes. Visit us at greensborosf.com.
About Greensboro Downtown Parks, Inc. Greensboro Downtown Parks, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that manages and activates Center City Park and LeBauer Park in downtown Greensboro. The organization focuses on public engagement, park maintenance, financial sustainability, and programming that brings the community together.