FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 and Destination NSW have teamed up to transform Sydney’s iconic landmark on Sunday, June 25.
Dubbed the festival of football, it will celebrate the 25 days remaining until the official kick-off of FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023.
The exciting event will provide fantastic views of Sydney, where it will be a celebration of football, culture and community, all free to the public to attend.
As part of the celebration, fans will experience the unique opportunity of walking, jogging or dancing across Sydney Harbour Bridge, acknowledging all participating nations and creating fan engagement activations.
It’s expected that thousands of fans will take part, involving grassroots and multicultural communities, coupled with local and international football legends FIFA and NSW Government representatives will also be present.
“Football unites the world, and this month on the famous Sydney Harbour Bridge the power of our game to bring people together will once again be showcased,” FIFA Secretary General Fatma Samoura said via press release:
“This FIFA Women’s World Cup will truly be a unique event and a once-in-a-lifetime experience. With its thriving culture and world-class experiences, Sydney is a fantastic location to celebrate the upcoming FIFA Women’s World Cup. The Sydney Harbour Bridge will be the perfect setting to rally and unite our communities and create an enticing and distinctive experience that truly goes Beyond Greatness.”
Sydney will be one of the prominent nations throughout the upcoming tournament, hosting 11 matches in two venues, while also having the privilege of hosting the final.
“The FIFA Women’s World Cup is another mega event for Sydney, attracting thousands of visitors from around the world and millions of dollars in visitor expenditure for the state. NSW is ready to host football fans, families and visitors in Sydney to cheer on their favourite team at one of the biggest tournaments in the world,” Minister for Jobs and Tourism, John Graham, said via press release.
“Akin to hosting the first Women’s World Cup south of the equator, being part of this activation on our iconic bridge on June 25 is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and I encourage football fans to get involved in the opportunity to help showcase our state and women’s football to the world.”
The Sydney Harbour Bridge will close to traffic on Sunday, June 25 from 4.00am to 10.30am (local time) for the FIFA Women’s World Cup event. The Sydney Harbour Tunnel will remain open, but delays are expected. Trains will continue to operate across the bridge and the footpath and cycleway will remain open. For more information on public transport visit transportnsw.info and for details on road closures visit livetraffic.com.
Click here register to be part of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 Sydney Harbour Bridge celebrations.
The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023 will run from July 20 – August 20, 2023. To secure your tickets visit fifa.com/tickets.
