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Atlanta Match Schedule
June 24, 2026
Traffic Updates
Traffic Updates
Real-Time Travel info
511GA is Georgia’s official source for real-time traffic and travel information.
Traffic Changes
Stadium Road Closures
- Rhodes Street NW will be closed to traffic between Electric Ave NW and Northside Dr NW for the duration of the tournament
- M.L.K. Jr. Dr SW will be closed between Mitchell Street NW and Centennial Olympic Park Dr NW on match days.
FIFA Fan Festival
- Centennial Olympic Park Dr NW: 2 southbound travel lanes between John Portman Blvd NW and Marietta St NW for the duration of the tournament
- Baker St NW: 1 eastbound travel lane and 2 westbound travel lanes between Park Ave NW and Centennial Olympic Park Dr NW for the duration of the tournament
- Park Ave NW: 1 southbound lane only between Baker St NW and Marietta St NW for the duration of the tournament
- Marietta St NW: 2 southbound travel lanes between Park Ave NW and Centennial Olympic Park Dr NW during Fan Fest activations; northbound travel will be detoured as needed
- Detour route
- Turn on right Ted Turner Dr NW
- Turn left on Baker St NW
- Turn right on Marietta St NW to continue northbound
- Detour route
Getting Around
Getting around
Skip traffic and let MARTA drive you to all the action. On match days, MARTA will offer frequent service, extended hours when needed, and enhanced wayfinding to keep you moving.
Bikes and Scooters
Downtown Atlanta has several scooter and bike-sharing programs, such as Lime and Bird. These services provide easy-to-access options for short trips around the city.
Rideshare
Rideshare activity will be directed to designated pickup facilities to help everyone move safely and efficiently around the stadium area.
Match day pickup locations:
- GWCC Bus Lane C – Northside Dr
- Broad Street – South Downtown
Navigation
For turn by turn navigation, use these trusted resources.
Walking
Select traffic lanes will be closed during FIFA events to create safer, more accessible pedestrian corridors and support the free flow of foot traffic.
Pedestrian Stadium Closures
- The pedestrian bridge over Northside Dr NW at the MARTA Vine City location will be closed for the duration of the tournament
- The sidewalk along the east side (Stadium side) of Northside Dr NW between M.L.K. Jr. Drive SW and Carter St NW will be closed for the duration of the tournament
- The sidewalk along the north side (Stadium side) of M.L.K. Jr. Drive SW between Northside Dr NW and Centennial Olympic Park Dr NW will be closed for the duration of the tournament
Parking
Parking
Downtown Atlanta offers a variety of parking options. We encourage you to use MARTA, scooters, or walk around downtown as parking will be limited.
Official parking passes at Atlanta Stadium for FIFA World Cup 26 are only available to match ticket holders. All parking passes must be pre-purchased.
FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions
What transportation changes should I expect during the tournament?
Visitors and residents should expect increased traffic, temporary road closures, lane reductions, pedestrian detours, and changes to parking and rideshare operations around Downtown Atlanta, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, and Centennial Olympic Park.
Will parking be available downtown?
Yes, but parking will be extremely limited and in high demand during the tournament. Residents and visitors are strongly encouraged to use MARTA, walk, bike, or use micromobility services when possible.
How much parking is available near the stadium?
Downtown Atlanta includes approximately:
- 3,800 parking spaces within 0.25 miles of the stadium
- 12,700 parking spaces within 0.5 miles
- 50,800 parking spaces within 1 mile
Will some parking lots be unavailable?
Yes. Certain parking areas near Mercedes-Benz Stadium and the Georgia World Congress Center campus will be reserved exclusively for FIFA tournament operations and will not be available for public daily parking.
Why are rideshare zones being moved farther from the stadium?
Rideshare operations will use geofenced areas east of Ted Turner Dr to help:
- Reduce congestion near the stadium
- Improve pickup efficiency
- Distribute crowds across a larger street network
Where can I park scooters and bikes?
The City of Atlanta has bike racks and designated micromobility corrals throughout downtown to help keep sidewalks safe and accessible.
What are micromobility corrals?
Micromobility corrals are designated parking zones for:
- Bikes
- E-bikes
- E-scooters
These areas help reduce sidewalk clutter, improve pedestrian safety, and prevent improper parking.
Can golf carts be driven on city streets?
Golf carts may only operate legally if they meet Georgia’s requirements for Personal Transportation Vehicles (PTVs) or Low-Speed Vehicles (LSVs). They:
- Must operate on roads with speed limits of 35 mph or less
- Require proper equipment and registration
- Cannot operate on sidewalks, trails, cycle tracks, or bike lanes
- Must be operated by licensed drivers age 16+
Can pedicabs operate downtown during the tournament?
Yes. Pedicabs are treated as bicycle-based transportation and must follow the same traffic laws and roadway rules as bicycles.
What is the best way to avoid traffic delays?
We recommend:
- Using MARTA whenever possible
- Traveling earlier or later on match days
- Allowing extra travel time
- Expecting temporary delays from VIP movements, police escorts, and event operations
- Checking live updates before traveling
Will Midtown or Buckhead experience closures?
No major long-term closures are currently anticipated in Midtown or Buckhead, though temporary hotel loading zones and event-related traffic impacts may occur.
Traffic Updates
Real-Time Travel info
511GA is Georgia’s official source for real-time traffic and travel information.
Traffic Changes
Stadium Road Closures
- Rhodes Street NW will be closed to traffic between Electric Ave NW and Northside Dr NW for the duration of the tournament
- M.L.K. Jr. Dr SW will be closed between Mitchell Street NW and Centennial Olympic Park Dr NW on match days.
FIFA Fan Festival
- Centennial Olympic Park Dr NW: 2 southbound travel lanes between John Portman Blvd NW and Marietta St NW for the duration of the tournament
- Baker St NW: 1 eastbound travel lane and 2 westbound travel lanes between Park Ave NW and Centennial Olympic Park Dr NW for the duration of the tournament
- Park Ave NW: 1 southbound lane only between Baker St NW and Marietta St NW for the duration of the tournament
- Marietta St NW: 2 southbound travel lanes between Park Ave NW and Centennial Olympic Park Dr NW during Fan Fest activations; northbound travel will be detoured as needed
- Detour route
- Turn on right Ted Turner Dr NW
- Turn left on Baker St NW
- Turn right on Marietta St NW to continue northbound
- Detour route
Getting around
Skip traffic and let MARTA drive you to all the action. On match days, MARTA will offer frequent service, extended hours when needed, and enhanced wayfinding to keep you moving.
Bikes and Scooters
Downtown Atlanta has several scooter and bike-sharing programs, such as Lime and Bird. These services provide easy-to-access options for short trips around the city.
Rideshare
Rideshare activity will be directed to designated pickup facilities to help everyone move safely and efficiently around the stadium area.
Match day pickup locations:
- GWCC Bus Lane C – Northside Dr
- Broad Street – South Downtown
Navigation
For turn by turn navigation, use these trusted resources.
Walking
Select traffic lanes will be closed during FIFA events to create safer, more accessible pedestrian corridors and support the free flow of foot traffic.
Pedestrian Stadium Closures
- The pedestrian bridge over Northside Dr NW at the MARTA Vine City location will be closed for the duration of the tournament
- The sidewalk along the east side (Stadium side) of Northside Dr NW between M.L.K. Jr. Drive SW and Carter St NW will be closed for the duration of the tournament
- The sidewalk along the north side (Stadium side) of M.L.K. Jr. Drive SW between Northside Dr NW and Centennial Olympic Park Dr NW will be closed for the duration of the tournament
Parking
Downtown Atlanta offers a variety of parking options. We encourage you to use MARTA, scooters, or walk around downtown as parking will be limited.
Official parking passes at Atlanta Stadium for FIFA World Cup 26 are only available to match ticket holders. All parking passes must be pre-purchased.
Frequently Asked Questions
What transportation changes should I expect during the tournament?
Visitors and residents should expect increased traffic, temporary road closures, lane reductions, pedestrian detours, and changes to parking and rideshare operations around Downtown Atlanta, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, and Centennial Olympic Park.
Will parking be available downtown?
Yes, but parking will be extremely limited and in high demand during the tournament. Residents and visitors are strongly encouraged to use MARTA, walk, bike, or use micromobility services when possible.
How much parking is available near the stadium?
Downtown Atlanta includes approximately:
- 3,800 parking spaces within 0.25 miles of the stadium
- 12,700 parking spaces within 0.5 miles
- 50,800 parking spaces within 1 mile
Will some parking lots be unavailable?
Yes. Certain parking areas near Mercedes-Benz Stadium and the Georgia World Congress Center campus will be reserved exclusively for FIFA tournament operations and will not be available for public daily parking.
Why are rideshare zones being moved farther from the stadium?
Rideshare operations will use geofenced areas east of Ted Turner Dr to help:
- Reduce congestion near the stadium
- Improve pickup efficiency
- Distribute crowds across a larger street network
Where can I park scooters and bikes?
The City of Atlanta has bike racks and designated micromobility corrals throughout downtown to help keep sidewalks safe and accessible.
What are micromobility corrals?
Micromobility corrals are designated parking zones for:
- Bikes
- E-bikes
- E-scooters
These areas help reduce sidewalk clutter, improve pedestrian safety, and prevent improper parking.
Can golf carts be driven on city streets?
Golf carts may only operate legally if they meet Georgia’s requirements for Personal Transportation Vehicles (PTVs) or Low-Speed Vehicles (LSVs). They:
- Must operate on roads with speed limits of 35 mph or less
- Require proper equipment and registration
- Cannot operate on sidewalks, trails, cycle tracks, or bike lanes
- Must be operated by licensed drivers age 16+
Can pedicabs operate downtown during the tournament?
Yes. Pedicabs are treated as bicycle-based transportation and must follow the same traffic laws and roadway rules as bicycles.
What is the best way to avoid traffic delays?
We recommend:
- Using MARTA whenever possible
- Traveling earlier or later on match days
- Allowing extra travel time
- Expecting temporary delays from VIP movements, police escorts, and event operations
- Checking live updates before traveling
Will Midtown or Buckhead experience closures?
No major long-term closures are currently anticipated in Midtown or Buckhead, though temporary hotel loading zones and event-related traffic impacts may occur.
Use the interactive Citymapper tool below to compare travel times and navigate around road closures.
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