Program on June 24, 2024

Today's game between Belgium and Romania is the final match of the second day of the UEFA EURO 2024 group stage. The next few days will reveal which teams are able to continue to chase their dreams of European glory and which will have to pack their bags early. There are two exciting matches on June 24, 2024:

Albania will take on Spain in Düsseldorf, while Leipzig will host Croatia against Italy. We as the Host City Stuttgart will be showing the Croatia-Italy match live in the Fan Zone Schlossplatz - a stadium-like atmosphere included. All four Fan Zones - Schlossplatz, Marktplatz, Karlsplatz and Schillerplatz - will also be hosting events throughout the day, including the Acoustic Swing Trio, a variety of activities in the Fan Zone Marktplatz and plenty of culinary highlights.

Good to know: With the exception of the Fan Zone Schlossplatz, all Fan Zones will be open during UEFA EURO 2024 from 12:00 noon to 12:00 midnight on match days (until 11:00 p.m. on non-match days). The Fan Zone Schlossplatz opens at 04:00 p.m. from Monday to Friday and at 12:00 noon on Saturday and Sunday. The exception will be the 5^th of July, when a quarter-final will be played in the Stuttgart Arena - presumably with German participation.

Admission is free on all days. The complete event calendar can be found at here (subject to change).

The daily program of the EURO 2024 FESTIVAL Stuttgart on June 24, 2024:

FAN ZONE SCHLOSSPLATZ:

Our Fan Zone Schlossplatz will be inviting you to join in the public viewing throughout UEFA EURO 2024. We will show all matches of the European Football Championship live on a big screen. In front of a unique city backdrop and together with fans from all over the world, a stadium atmosphere will be created. From 07:00 p.m., SWR DJs you will get in the mood for tonight's EURO match. There will also be various fan activities for you to have a great time until kick-off. And as another Highlight, 15 gastronomy businesses with a varied culinary offer will be on hand.

Program at the Fan Zone Schlossplatz on June 24, 2024 in detail:

04:00 p.m.: Admission

07:00 p.m.: SWR DJs and fan activities

09:00 p.m.: Live broadcast of Croatia vs. Italy

12:00 midnight: End of the event

A special eye-catcher and recommended photo hotspot: The Rosenrondell on Königstraße is decorated with the shape of the EURO trophy.

How to get to the Fan Zone Schlossplatz:

In general: For the entire period until July 14, 2024, Stuttgart is expected to be very busy. This will also affect traffic. In addition, there may be occasional road closures on the main roads that cannot be planned in advance. These will occur ad hoc in addition to the already existing closures in the central city center.

The car parks in the city center are not accessible. A few parking facilities are available outside the city ring.

After the matches (regardless of the venue, Host City Stuttgart), car parades are likely to cause disruption. This may lead to temporary road closures, especially in the city center. Additional traffic disruptions are expected.

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

From the airport, the U6 underground line runs every ten minutes to the Schlossplatz station, with a journey time of 30 minutes. Alternatively, S-Bahn lines S2 and S3 can be taken to the main railway station. Journey time: 30 minutes.

From the main railway station, the underground lines U5, U6, U7, U12 and U15 take you to Schlossplatz. The journey takes two minutes. The walk from there to the Fan Zone Schlossplatz takes about ten minutes.

FAN ZONE MARKTPLATZ

The Fan Zone Marktplatz is back in action. If you like kicking the ball or playing games, this is the place to be. There will be tournaments, fan matches and other sporting activities on the football pitch. Fans can also drop by for a spontaneous match. You can play as much as you like in the two gaming areas at Fan Zone Marktplatz.

Program at the Fan Zone Markplatz on June 24, 2024 in detail:

All day: Games in the gaming areas. In the Outdoor Gaming area, you can try out action tools such as a Teqball plate and the SUTU wall. In the Indoor Gaming area there is a table football, a Bolzbox (football box) and EA Sports FC can be played. In the Creator Studio, images will be created to commemorate an unforgettable fan day in the Host City Stuttgart.

Special eye-catcher: The oversized footballer, the large mural and the giant trophy in the town hall (opening hours: 08:00 a.m. -06:00 p.m.). There is also a social wall on the Fan Zone Marktplatz, where unique fan impressions that can be posted on social media using the hashtag #hostcitystuttgart.

How to get to the Fan Zone Marktplatz

The walk from the "Stadtmitte" S- and U-Bahn underground station or from the main station to the Fan Zone takes approximately 10 minutes.

FAN ZONE KARLSPLATZ

Culture and music are the focus of the program at the Fan Zone Karlsplatz. On June 24, you can join an inclusive Zumba party, which is a Latin-inspired dance fitness workout that combines Latin and international music and dance moves. In the evening, the Acoustic Swing Trio gets the party started. From swing to dixieland to rock and pop, the trio's musicians can play a variety of styles. Also worth a visit is the Sustainability Pavilion, which provides information on the many areas of sustainability and how to implement them in everyday life, thus contributing to education for sustainable development. And if you need a break, the Chill Out Area with its comfortable seating is just the perfect place for you.

Program at the Fan Zone Karlsplatz on June 24, in detail:

03:00 p.m. - 05:00 p.m.: Inclusive Zumba party

06:00 p.m. - 08:00 p.m.: Acoustic Swing Trio

Getting to the Fan Zone Karlsplatz:

The walk from the S- and U-Bahn underground station "Stadtmitte" or from the main station to the Fan Zone takes approximately 10 minutes.

Safer Space at the Fan Zone Karlsplatz

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

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

• on match days from 01:30 p.m. to 01:00 a.m.
• on non-match days from 01:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

The Safer Space staff can also be reached by phone or WhatsApp on +49 173 7826778. The specially trained awareness team from the Host City Stuttgart will be recognisable by their bright blue, branded vests. Those affected can also contact the public order service, volunteers or the German Red Cross.

FAN ZONE SCHILLERPLATZ

When you are cheering for the UEFA EURO 2024 teams and watching the matches, you need something to eat and drink. The Fan Zone Schillerplatz is the place to be for anyone in the mood for good food and refreshing drinks. There is something for every taste, from typical Swabian specialties to other regional delicacies and a large selection of vegetarian and vegan dishes.

The program at the Fan Zone Schillerplatz on June 24, 2024 in detail:

• 12:00 noon - 12:00 midnight: Food and drinks at the various catering stands

How to get to the Fan Zone Schillerplatz

The walk from the "Stadtmitte" S-Bahn and U-Bahn underground station or from the main railway station to the Fan Zone takes approximately 10 minutes.

Other actions on June 24, 2024 in the city:

• 10:00 a.m. - 06:00 p.m.: The exhibition "EURO Legends Stuttgart" at the "StadtPalais - Museum für Stuttgart" will showcase legendary goals and spectacular scenes from the football history of the nations that will be competing in Stuttgart. The exhibition will end at July 14, 2024. Konrad-Adenauer-Straße 2, admission is free.
• All day: Football event arena on the Planie with five-goal wall, "Lupferball" (Lob Challenge), human football and a speed measuring system
• All day: A football tour of the city with the Stuttgart app

Another eye-catcher: One of the largest works of graffiti art in the state capital of Baden-Württemberg on the outer facade of the Talstrasse substation, diagonally opposite the Stuttgart Gaskessel.