Global Soccer
Potluck
One night. Many cultures. One table.
Food. Community. Conversation.
Most people only experience the tournament through screens or stadium seats. Here, every dish tells the story of a country competing on the world stage in Philadelphia.
Penn Live Arts
Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts
University of Pennsylvania
June 17, 2026
Who's It For:
Soccer fans
Food lovers
International communities
Students
Cultural organizations
Travelers
HOW the event works
PHL Fest works with local chefs, caterers, and cultural communities to celebrate the diversity that makes Philadelphia special.
Step 1 — VISIT Culinary Stations
Walk through curated stations representing countries competing in the World Cup.
Step 2 — Meet the Chefs
Each station is hosted by a local chef or caterer sharing the story behind the cuisine.
Step 3 — Taste the World
Guests sample dishes while enjoying music, storytelling, and cultural experiences.
Step 4 — Connect
Meet fellow soccer fans, travelers, and food lovers.
Cook for the World. Serve at Penn.
This program connects talented chefs representing global cuisines with one of the largest institutional event ecosystems in Philadelphia.
Calling Chefs and Caterers
The Global Soccer Potluck is an opportunity to showcase your cuisine to a diverse and international audience.
Caterer Benefits
Exposure to new customers
Cultural storytelling through cuisine
Potential inclusion in university catering lists
Media and social coverage
Participation in PHL Fest programming