National WWI Museum and Memorial Introduces All-Access Ticket for FIFA Fan Festival™ Kansas City Dates

Visitors to the Museum and Memorial will receive guaranteed entry to FIFA Fan Festival™
05/13/2026

Contact: Karis Erwin, National WWI Museum and Memorial, 816.888.8122, kerwin@theworldwar.org     

KANSAS CITY, MO. – The National WWI Museum and Memorial announced the launch of an All-Access Ticket for visitors during FIFA Fan Festival™ operating dates this summer. On select dates from June 11 through July 11, the Museum and Memorial will serve as a gateway to the FIFA Fan Festival™ hosted on its south lawn — and all Museum ticket holders will receive guaranteed entry to experience the FIFA Fan Festival™, even when the 25,000-person capacity limit is reached.

The All-Access Ticket provides a unique benefit to visitors, ensuring seamless access to both the Museum and Memorial and the FIFA Fan Festival™ experience during one of the most anticipated sporting events in the world. The Museum and Memorial will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. throughout the FIFA World Cup™ period, offering visitors a world-class cultural destination and a chance to explore its newest exhibition, The Beautiful Game, about the intersection of soccer and WWI. 

Beyond the cultural experience, the Museum and Memorial offers FIFA Fan Festival™ attendees a welcome respite from the elements. Visitors can cool off in air-conditioned galleries, take shelter from summer heat or rain, and access indoor restroom facilities — a real comfort during a long day of outdoor festivities in Kansas City's summer weather.

All-Access Ticket Pricing

  • Adults: $30
  • Seniors, Military, and Youth (ages 6–15): $25
  • Museum and Memorial Members: $20
  • Children under 6: Free

Fan Festival operating dates are: June 11–14, 16, 19–21, 24–27; July 3–5, 9–11. Guests must enter during Museum and Memorial operating hours. Standard admission rates apply on non-Festival dates.

Tickets are available online at theworldwar.org and on Festival dates at the Museum and Memorial outdoor ticketing tents (Memorial Drive at the South Gate and Kessler Road just south of Pershing). Visitors are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance to ensure the best experience during this high-demand period.