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World Cup 2026
Texas DSHS · By Vivian.Brandt · May 20, 2026
In plain language
Texas is preparing to host hundreds of thousands of local and international visitors for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Matches will take place in Dallas and Houston during June and July, with several other Texas cities serving as team basecamps. State health officials are working with local and federal partners to monitor health trends and ensure the state is ready for any medical emergencies during these large events.
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Key takeaways
- Dallas and Houston will host multiple World Cup matches and fan festivals in June and July 2026.
- Austin, Frisco, Fort Worth, and Houston will serve as official basecamp locations for international teams.
- The State Medical Operations Center will be active during matches to coordinate any necessary emergency responses.
- Health officials are monitoring hospital trends and strengthening disease surveillance to keep the public safe during the tournament.
- Texas is coordinating with local and federal partners to ensure a consistent health response across the state.
World Cup 2026 Vivian.Brandt Wed, 05/20/2026 - 09:41 AM World Cup 2026 This page provides information about World Cup 2026. Hundreds of thousands of domestic and international visitors will be visiting Texas for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Center for Health Emergency Preparedness and Response (CHEPR) is preparing to support one of the largest international events ever hosted in our state. About the World Cup in TexasDallas and Houston are hosting multiple World Cup matches in June and July. There will also be large-scale FIFA Fan Festival events in both cities.Team Basecamp LocationsThese cities will serve as basecamp for national teams:Austin – Saudi ArabiaFrisco - SwedenFort Worth – CzechiaHouston – Democratic Republic of the CongoDSHS is Ready for the World CupThe Center for Health Emergency Preparedness and Response (CHEPR) is working alongside local, state, and federal partners to get ready. Prepa
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