Seattle transportation officials have announced plans to create a temporary pedestrian zone around Lumen Field in Pioneer Square during the six FIFA Men's World Cup match days in Seattle this summer. The area will be closed to vehicle traffic for extended periods before and after games, with about 100,000 expected to attend. The pedestrian zones aim to create more space for people to walk, roll, and gather, while improving safety for visitors, workers, and residents. The plan also aims to manage queuing tied to World Cup operations at Lumen field, including a single stadium entry point for general admission ticket holders at the north gates only, early gate openings three hours before matches. Public transportation is expected to be impacted during these closures, with public transit expected to provide more service.