Houston is preparing to host one of the biggest celebrations of the 2026 FIFA World Cup — the FIFA Fan Festival! In this video, reporter Deevon Rahming interviews District I Council Member Joaquin Martinez about what’s being planned for the city and the East Downtown area. The Fan Fest will take place at Shell Energy Stadium with over 34 days of global excitement, community activation, and live coverage of the matches. Martinez discusses city preparations, safety infrastructure, and how local businesses are ready to welcome nearly half a million visitors.