Score Lawrence HQ at 1026 Massachusetts St. opens to the public June 12 as a space for visitors and locals alike to connect with Lawrence activities related to the World Cup.

Lawrence Transit, in partnership with Explore Lawrence, is providing extended transit service on Kansas City match days during the World Cup.

The Lawrence community is getting the ball rolling on a full playing field of fun during tournament season, from exhibitions to events to viewing parties and other celebrations. Check out the pre-game highlight

On a slope of grassland near Iowa Street and Bob Billings Parkway, behind the Lied Center of Kansas, Lawrence-based earthwork artist Stan Herd is creating an image of an Algerian flag, rippling in the wind.

With the announcement of Team Algeria setting up a base camp in Lawrence, organizers will now zero in on the particular needs ­— linguistic, cultural and otherwise — of fans and players, as well as opportunities the visitors create for the region.

Bookmark Lawrence2026.com for information and updates about World Cup preparation and activity in Lawrence and Douglas County.

The Unified Command aims to centralize efforts and streamline the community’s readiness for this major event.