Program on June 14, 2024

Finally it starts: The whole of Stuttgart becomes a stadium and celebrates a gigantic soccer festival. The UEFA EURO 2024 begins on Friday. Our Host City Stuttgart will broadcast the opening match between Germany and Scotland at 9 p.m. in Munich live on Friday evening in the Schlossplatz Fan Zone. But there is so much more than soccer: In the four Fan Zones Schlossplatz, Marktplatz, Karlsplatz and Schillerplatz, a colorful supporting program for young and old will transform Stuttgart into a gigantic soccer and celebration arena during UEFA EURO 2024 with top music acts, spectacular activities, a wide range of gastronomy and interactive events.

Useful info: All four of our Fan Zones will be open from 12 noon to midnight on match days during UEFA EURO 2024 (until 11 p.m. on non-match days). Admission is free on all days. The complete calendar of events can be found on our Host City Stuttgart website (subject to change).

The daily program of the EURO 2024 FESTIVAL Stuttgart on June 14, 2024:

FAN ZONE SCHLOSSPLATZ:

At our Fan Zone Schlossplatz on June 14, everything will revolve around the opening of UEFA EURO 2024 and the first match of the tournament between the German national team and Scotland at 9 p.m. in Munich. Lord Mayor Dr. Frank Nopper will open the EURO 2024 FESTIVAL in Stuttgart together with Host City Ambassador Cacau and freestyle ball artist Andrew Henderson. You can also enjoy a wide range of culinary delights at a total of 15 restaurants.

Program at the Fan Zone Schlossplatz on June 14, 2024 in detail:

12:00 p.m.: Admission

4:00 p.m.: SWR DJ

7:30 p.m.: Official opening of the EURO 2024 FESTIVAL by Lord Mayor Dr. Frank Nopper, Host City Ambassador Cacau and freestyle ball artist Andrew Henderson

9:00 p.m.: Live broadcast of the opening match between Germany and Scotland

12:00 a.m.: End of event

Special eye-catcher: The rose traffic circle on Königstrasse, planted in the shape of the EURO Cup.

Arrival at the Fan Zone Schlossplatz:

The Fan Zone Schlossplatz is located here.

Basically, the following applies to the journey: Strong visitor numbers are expected in Stuttgart over the entire period until July 14, 2024. This will also affect traffic. In addition, there may be situational road closures on the main roads that cannot be planned in advance. These occur on an ad hoc basis in addition to the existing closures in the city center.

The parking garages in the city center are not accessible. There are a few parking spaces available outside the Cityring.

After the matches (regardless of the Host City Stuttgart venue), obstructions due to motorcades must be expected. This may result in temporary road closures, especially in the city center. Additional traffic obstructions are then expected.

It is therefore strongly recommended that you travel by public transport or bicycle.

The subway line U6 runs every ten minutes from the airport to the "Schlossplatz" station, the journey takes 30 minutes. Alternatively, you can take the S-Bahn S2 and S3 to the main station. Travel time: 30 minutes.

The U5, U6, U7, U12 and U15 subway lines run from the main station to the "Schlossplatz" stop. The journey time is two minutes. The walk takes about ten minutes.

FAN ZONE MARKTPLATZ

With its soccer court and two gaming areas, the Fan Zone Marktplatz is the ultimate meeting place in the Host City Stuttgart for all those who like to be active themselves.

Program at the Fan Zone Markplatz on June 14, 2024 in detail:

• Soccer Court: Tournaments, fan matches and a wide range of sports activities are presented here. Visitors can also drop by for a spontaneous match.
• Gaming areas: In the outdoor gaming area, action tools such as a Teqball plate and the SUTU Wall can be tried out. In the indoor gaming area there is a table football table, a football box and you can play EA Sports FC. In the Creator Studio, pictures are created that are reminiscent of an unforgettable fan day in the Host City Stuttgart.
• Spectaculars: Highlight, facade painting, Giant Trophy (town hall)

Special eye-catcher: The oversized soccer player, the large facade painting and the Giant Trophy in the town hall (opening hours: 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.). There is also a social wall on the market square, where unique fan impressions published on social media with #hostcitystuttgart can be seen.

Getting to the Fan Zone Marktplatz

The Fan Zone Marktplatz is located here. The walk from the "Stadtmitte" S-Bahn and Subway station or from the main railway station to the Fan Zone takes about 10 minutes.

FAN ZONE KARLSPLATZ

The Fan Zone Karlsplatz with its cultural stage offers plenty of space for culture & music and shows: UEFA EURO 2024 is much more than soccer. Music, dance and theater, a sustainability pavilion and a chill-out area with comfortable seating: There is always something going on here. On June 14, 2024, the Floor LegendZ, among others, will delight you with a mixture of breathtaking acrobatics, various dance styles and action-packed breakdancing.

Program at the Fan Zone Karlsplatz on June 14, 2024 in detail:

12:00 p.m.-1:30 p.m.: Floor LegendZ

1:30 p.m -1:00 p.m.: Verena

1:00 p.m -1:30 p.m.: Floor LegendZ

1:30 p.m - 2:00 p.m.: Verena

2:00 p.m.-2:30 p.m.: Floor LegendZ

2:30 p.m.-3:00 p.m.: Verena

4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.: Dance meets boot camp

5:00 p.m.-6 p.m.: Zumba (Latin American-inspired dance fitness workout)

7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.: Field + Fire (Pop Office)

How to get to the Karlsplatz Fan Zone

The Karlsplatz Fan Zone is located here. The walk from the "Stadtmitte" S-Bahn and subway station or from the main railway station to the Fan Zone takes about 10 minutes.

Safer space in the Karlsplatz Fan Zone

A Safer Space in the form of an office container will be set up in the Karlsplatz Fan Zone during UEFA EURO 2024. Here, people affected by discriminatory behavior can find help and support from trained specialists.

The Safer Space is open every day until July 14, 2024.

• on match days from 1:30 pm to 1:00 am
• on non-match days from 1:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

The Safer Space staff can also be reached by phone or WhatsApp on +49 173 7826778. In addition, the specially trained awareness team of our Host City Stuttgart is clearly recognizable with bright blue, branded vests. Those affected can also contact the security service, the volunteers or the German Red Cross.

FAN ZONE SCHILLERPLATZ

The Fan Zone Schillerplatz is a hotspot for anyone who enjoys a wide variety of gastronomy. Here you can find food and drinks from the region and can get to know and appreciate typical Swabian specialties as well as vegetarian and vegan dishes.

Program at the Fan Zone Schillerplatz on June 14, 2024 in detail:

• 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.: Big table soccer tournament with the legendary table soccer world champion Chris Marks at the Stadtwerke Stuttgart stand.

How to get to the Fan Zone Schillerplatz

The Fan Zone Schillerplatz is located here. The walk from the "Stadtmitte" S-Bahn and subway station or from the main railway station to the Fan Zone takes about 10 minutes.

Further actions in the city on June 14, 2024:

• The exhibition "EURO Legends Stuttgart" shows legendary goals and spectacular scenes from the soccer history of the nations that will be competing in Stuttgart. The exhibition can be seen at the StadtPalais - Museum for Stuttgart, Konrad-Adenauer-Straße 2, until July 14, 2024. Opening hours: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Admission is free of charge.
• The soccer tour of the city starts in the Stuttgart app

Another eye-catcher: One of the largest graffiti artworks in the state capital of Baden-Württemberg on the outer facade of the Talstrasse substation, diagonally opposite the gas boiler.