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The Road to FIFA Starts Here
In Summer 2026, Atlanta will host the world’s biggest sporting event. But our journey is already underway with lasting investments in safety, infrastructure, small business, and community pride. This isn’t just about soccer. It’s about showing up for Atlanta.
As Atlanta prepares to welcome the world for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the City is also strengthening efforts to protect the people who call Atlanta home. The Mayor’s…
As Atlanta prepares to host major global events, city leaders today announced a coordinated set of small business resources designed to help local entrepreneurs prepare for upcoming opportunities and…
Atlanta’s role as a global gateway brings pride—and responsibility. On Wednesday morning, leaders from across government, law enforcement, aviation, education, and the nonprofit sector gathered at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International…
As Atlanta prepares to welcome the world in 2026, students from across Georgia are already contributing ideas that reflect the city’s creativity, collaboration, and global momentum. The Atlanta Innovation…
Atlanta’s daily commute is about to feel very different—in a good way. Mayor Andre Dickens got a sneak peek this week at MARTA’s brand-new rail cars, offering an early…
This week, we’re spotlighting the work of APD’s Mounted Patrol and the Cobb County Sheriff’s Office — two teams who have been quietly training together for months to make…
How Atlanta Is Getting FIFA-Ready
From the streets to the stadiums, from local businesses to public parks, Atlanta is preparing for the world’s biggest sporting event with lasting investments that benefit us all.
As Atlanta prepares for FIFA, new investments in transportation and infrastructure are improving mobility now and strengthening the city for decades ahead.
FIFA-related investments are accelerating transportation and infrastructure improvements that benefit Atlanta today and for decades ahead.
Atlanta’s culture is taking the global stage through public art, music, and neighborhood-driven creative partnerships.
World Cup–driven investments are expanding opportunities for Atlanta’s small businesses, entrepreneurs, artists, and youth while keeping the impact local.