Rice University World Cup Watch Party in Ion District: Portugal v. Congo DR
Free

WHEN
Wednesday
WHERE
Houston, TX 77002 + Google Map
what
The energy of FIFA World Cup 2026™ Houston is coming to the Ion District, Powered by Rice University!
The Rice and Ion District, Powered by Rice community of founders, students, corporate partners, innovators, and collaborators are invited for exciting watch party experiences at the Ion this June. From big-screen match viewing to food, drinks, and community connection, Match Day at the Ion will celebrate the world’s game in the heart of Midtown.
As a Houston World Cup 2026™ Host City Supporter, Rice University has a unique opportunity to host this gathering to capture the excitement, pride, and global spirit surrounding one of the world’s biggest sporting events — all within the Ion District.
SCHEDULE
| 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. | Check-in |
| 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Game Time |
PARKING
Ion District Parking Garage
Enter 4111 Fannin Street into your GPS for directions directly to this parking garage, located a block from the Ion. Parking in the Ion District Garage is free for the first two hours.
Red Parking Lot
Enter 4203 Fannin Street into your GPS for directions directly to the red parking lot, located across the street from the Ion. This lot is for overflow guest parking and tenant parking and is free for the first three hours.
For information and access to pay online for parking in the red lot, click here.
CONTACT
Organizer
Organizer Website
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