DJ Soccer Tournament Copa Del Rave to Host 2026 World Cup Residency in Los Angeles

Since its inception in 2019, the charity-focused DJ soccer tournament, Copa Del Rave, has become a staple of the Los Angeles scene. Now, the organization is gearing up for a major expansion to coincide with the 2026 FIFA World Cup this June.

In harmony with the tournament—which spans 16 cities across the United States, Mexico, and Canada—Copa Del Rave will host an exclusive residency of match-day viewing parties at iconic Los Angeles venues Academy and Exchange L.A.

Each gathering will highlight a curated selection of DJs, record labels, and nightlife brands aligned with the nations competing that day. The roster includes Claude VonStroke supporting Team USA, Tokimonsta’s Young Art label championing South Korea, and a powerhouse coalition of Reggaeton Rave, Gasolina, and Bolo’s Vibraza Records representing Mexico, alongside Blaq Pages and Afrobeats To The World honoring the African diaspora. Expect high-energy celebrations on the dancefloor both before and after the matches.

Entry to these events is free with an RSVP, though VIP table packages are available for purchase. You can explore the full schedule and reserve your spot here.

Having raised over $75,000 for various charitable causes since 2019, this year’s initiative will direct proceeds to Common Goal, an organization dedicated to expanding youth access to soccer.

“Copa del Rave has always been a true passion project, and we are incredibly grateful for the community’s unwavering support,” stated co-founders Alastair Duncan and Jonathan McDonald. “Bringing together global dance music culture and elite sport in Los Angeles is a dream scenario. We owe a huge thanks to the participating DJs, our partners, and the team at Academy for helping us bring this vision to life. It is set to be an unforgettable few weeks.”

The spirit of the World Cup is permeating all corners of entertainment; notably, global icons Madonna, Shakira, and BTS have been tapped to headline the first-ever FIFA World Cup Halftime Show, set to take place at MetLife Stadium on July 19.

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