Free 'Concacaf House' coming to iconic Downtown Vancouver location this month
FIFA’s presence in Vancouver is being felt ahead of the World Cup.
As Vancouver prepares to host seven matches during the FIFA World Cup this summer, festivities in the city have already been taking place.
The FIFA World Cup trophy paid a visit to Vancouver earlier this month. Next on the list of festivities is the 76th FIFA Congress, which is being held in Vancouver on April 30. It’s the second time ever that the FIFA Congress has been held in Canada, with Montreal hosting the only other one back in 1976.
As head honchos for the 211 member organizations in FIFA get set to visit Vancouver shortly, another celebration is lining up with their arrival.
Concacaf announced on Friday that they’re bringing “Concacaf House’ to the Jack Poole Plaza from April 26-30.
“Concacaf House is a powerful expression of who we are as a Confederation,” Concacaf President and FIFA Vice President Victor Montagliani said in a press release.
“To open the first Concacaf House in Vancouver makes this especially meaningful for me personally. It’s my home city, and it has been such an important part of my journey in the game, and Canada’s growth as a football nation has been one of the great privileges of my career to witness and support.”
According to the press release, Concacaf House aims to reflect the diversity of the 41 regions associated with the organization, while exploring their heritage and creativity.
Free public programming will take place throughout Concacaf House, including a museum-like exhibit of trophies, photos, videos, and game memorabilia. There will also be interactive activities, including a skills zone.
For attendees with a sweet tooth, there will be ice cream available inspired by the nations that make up Concacaf.
Concacaf House will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on April 26–28, 1:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on April 29, and 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on April 30.