FIFA Fan Festival at City Hall Plaza closed Thursday due to weather

The FIFA Fan Festival, located at Boston City Hall Plaza and Government Center for the 2026 World Cup, was cancelled on Thursday. Organizers decided to scuttle the event following predictions of impending severe weather, specifically citing high winds as the primary reason for the closure. The decision ensured safety during the scheduled festivities, leading to the immediate cancellation of all activities planned for that day at the venue in Boston.