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1. Hockey World Cup 2026 Ticket Price List
Ticket prices vary based on seating categories, match times, and tournament rounds. Below is the verified ticket pricing for both Wagener Stadium (Amstelveen) and Belfius Hockey Arena (Wavre):
🇧🇪 Belfius Hockey Arena (Wavre) Detailed Matchday Tickets
Official matchday ticketing options, pricing tiers, and real-time seat availability for the tournament rounds hosted in Wavre:
⚔️ Group Stage 2 Matchday Tickets (Aug 21 – 24)
📅 Friday, August 21st — Group Stage 2 (Belfius Arena, Wavre)
| Stand & Category | Type | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stand A (A1) | Covered (All Ages) | €46.00 | Sold Out |
| Stand A (A1) | Non-Covered (All Ages) | €38.00 | Sold Out |
| Stand B (B1) | Covered (All Ages) | €46.00 | Available |
| Stand B (B1) | Non-Covered (All Ages) | €35.00 | Sold Out |
| Stand C | Covered (15+) | €32.00 | Available |
| Stand C | Covered (3-14 years) | €19.00 | Available |
| Stand D | Covered (15+) | €32.00 | Available |
| Stand D | Covered (3-14 years) | €19.00 | Available |
| PRM & Attendant | Day Ticket (1 Attendant Included) | €35.00 | Available |
💡 Note on Child Admission & PMR: Children up to 3 years old have free entry when accompanied by a ticket-holding adult (must sit on lap). Children from 3 to 14 years old get a reduced rate in Stand C & D. PRM visitors get accessible seating in tribune B with 1 attendant free ticket included.
📅 Saturday, August 22nd — Group Stage 2 (Belfius Arena, Wavre)
| Stand & Category | Type | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stand A (A1) | Covered (All Ages) | €50.00 | Available |
| Stand A (A5) | Non-Covered (All Ages) | €42.00 | Available |
| Stand B (B1) | Covered (All Ages) | €50.00 | Available |
| Stand B (B2) | Non-Covered (All Ages) | €42.00 | Available |
| Stand C | Covered (15+) | €36.00 | Available |
| Stand C | Covered (3-14 years) | €22.00 | Available |
| Stand D | Covered (15+) | €36.00 | Available |
| Stand D | Covered (3-14 years) | €22.00 | Available |
| PRM & Attendant | Day Ticket (1 Attendant Included) | €39.00 | Available |
💡 Note on Child Admission & PMR: Children up to 3 years old have free entry when accompanied by a ticket-holding adult (must sit on lap). Children from 3 to 14 years old get a reduced rate in Stand C & D. PRM visitors get accessible seating in tribune B with 1 attendant free ticket included.
📅 Sunday, August 23rd — Group Stage 2 (Belfius Arena, Wavre)
| Stand & Category | Type | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stand A (A1) | Covered (All Ages) | €50.00 | Sold Out |
| Stand A (A1) | Non-Covered (All Ages) | €42.00 | Sold Out |
| Stand B (B1) | Covered (All Ages) | €50.00 | Coming Soon |
| Stand B (B1) | Non-Covered (All Ages) | €39.00 | Sold Out |
| Stand C | Covered (15+) | €36.00 | Sold Out |
| Stand C | Covered (3-14 years) | €22.00 | Sold Out |
| Stand D | Covered (15+) | €36.00 | Sold Out |
| Stand D | Covered (3-14 years) | €22.00 | Sold Out |
| PRM & Attendant | Day Ticket (1 Attendant Included) | €39.00 | Available |
💡 Note on Child Admission & PMR: Children up to 3 years old have free entry when accompanied by a ticket-holding adult (must sit on lap). Children from 3 to 14 years old get a reduced rate in Stand C & D. PRM visitors get accessible seating in tribune B with 1 attendant free ticket included.
📅 Monday, August 24th — Group Stage 2 (Belfius Arena, Wavre)
| Stand & Category | Type | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stand A (A2) | Covered (All Ages) | €49.00 | Available |
| Stand A (A1) | Non-Covered (All Ages) | €38.00 | Available |
| Stand B (B1) | Covered (All Ages) | €46.00 | Available |
| Stand B (B1) | Non-Covered (All Ages) | €35.00 | Available |
| Stand C | Covered (15+) | €32.00 | Available |
| Stand C | Covered (3-14 years) | €19.00 | Available |
| Stand D | Covered (15+) | €32.00 | Available |
| Stand D | Covered (3-14 years) | €19.00 | Available |
| PRM & Attendant | Day Ticket (1 Attendant Included) | €35.00 | Available |
💡 Note on Child Admission & PMR: Children up to 3 years old have free entry when accompanied by a ticket-holding adult (must sit on lap). Children from 3 to 14 years old get a reduced rate in Stand C & D. PRM visitors get accessible seating in tribune B with 1 attendant free ticket included.
🏆 Knockout Stage: Semi-Finals & Finals (Aug 27 – 30)
📅 Thursday, August 27th — Semi-Finals (Belfius Arena, Wavre)
| Stand & Category | Type | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stand A (A1) | Covered (All Ages) | €61.00 | Available |
| Stand A (A2) | Non-Covered (All Ages) | €56.00 | Available |
| Stand B (B1) | Covered (All Ages) | €61.00 | Coming Soon |
| Stand B (B1) | Non-Covered (All Ages) | €50.00 | Available |
| Stand C | Covered (15+) | €45.00 | Available |
| Stand C | Covered (3-14 years) | €26.00 | Available |
| Stand D | Covered (15+) | €45.00 | Available |
| Stand D | Covered (3-14 years) | €26.00 | Available |
| PRM & Attendant | Day Ticket (1 Attendant Included) | €50.00 | Available |
💡 Note on Child Admission & PMR (Aug 27): Children up to 3 years old have free entry when accompanied by a ticket-holding adult (must sit on lap). Children from 3 to 14 years old require a ticket but get a reduced rate in Stand C & D. PRM visitors get accessible seating in tribune B with 1 attendant free ticket included.
📅 Friday, August 28th — Semi-Finals (Belfius Arena, Wavre)
| Stand & Category | Type | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stand A (A1) | Covered (All Ages) | €61.00 | Coming Soon |
| Stand A (A1) | Non-Covered (All Ages) | €53.00 | Sold Out |
| Stand B (B1) | Covered (All Ages) | €61.00 | Coming Soon |
| Stand B (B1) | Non-Covered (All Ages) | €50.00 | Sold Out |
| Stand C | Non-Covered (15+) | €41.00 | Available |
| Stand C | Non-Covered (3-14 years) | €26.00 | Available |
| Stand D | Non-Covered (15+) | €41.00 | Available |
| Stand D | Non-Covered (3-14 years) | €26.00 | Available |
| PRM & Attendant | Day Ticket (1 Attendant Included) | €50.00 | Available |
🏆 Sunday, August 30th — Grand Final (Belfius Arena, Wavre)
| Stand & Category | Type | Price | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stand A (A1) | Covered (All Ages) | €70.00 | Sold Out |
| Stand A (A1) | Non-Covered (All Ages) | €62.00 | Sold Out |
| Stand B (B1) | Covered (All Ages) | €70.00 | Sold Out |
| Stand B (B1) | Non-Covered (All Ages) | €59.00 | Sold Out |
| Stand C | Covered (15+) | €55.00 | Sold Out |
| Stand C | Covered (3-14 years) | €30.00 | Sold Out |
| Stand D | Covered (15+) | €55.00 | Sold Out |
| Stand D | Covered (3-14 years) | €30.00 | Sold Out |
| PRM & Attendant | Day Ticket (1 Attendant Included) | €59.00 | Sold Out |
💡 Note on Child Admission & PMR (Grand Final): Children up to 3 years old have free entry when accompanied by a ticket-holding adult (must sit on lap). Children from 3 to 14 years old require a ticket but get a reduced rate in Stand C & D. PRM visitors get accessible seating in tribune B with 1 attendant free ticket included.
⚠️ Guidelines for Entering the Stadium
- Physical Ticket Mandatory: Standard barcode readers at the gates require a high-quality physical printed copy of your ticket. Digital PDF views on phone screens can suffer from glare, causing long delays.
- Banned Items: Standard security checks apply. Glass bottles, megaphones, umbrellas (as they block other fans' views), and professional camera tripods are not permitted inside the venues.
- First-Come, First-Served: Seating in Category 3 is unreserved. Arrive at least 60-90 minutes before the match start to secure the best view behind the goals.
3. How to Book Tickets Online: Step-by-Step
Online booking is simple but slots sell out quickly. Follow this process to secure your tickets:
- Visit the official ticketing portal: tickets.hockeyworldcup2026.com.
- Select your preferred match dates, stadiums (Wagener Stadium or Belfius Arena), and category.
- Enter required details: Full Name, Mobile Number, Address, and Government ID/Passport Number (mandatory for security validation).
- Complete payment using major credit cards, PayPal, Bancontact (Belgium), or iDEAL (Netherlands).
4. Ticket Refund Rules & Policies
Under the FIH official ticketing rules, fans are protected in case of cancellations:
- Abandoned Matches: If play is suspended or called off before the first whistle due to persistent rain, storms, or power grid failures, ticket holders will receive a 100% refund of the face value.
- Processing Times: For online purchases, refunds will be automatically processed back to the original bank account or credit card within 10 working days.
- Corporate/Group Tickets: Corporate bookings must be refunded directly through their booking coordinator; the organizers will not entertain individual requests from corporate pass holders.
5. Stadium Enclosures & Seating Maps
Understanding the stadium layout helps you choose the right enclosure when booking your tickets. Here are the seating chart details:
🇳🇱 Wagener Stadium Enclosures (Amstelveen)
- VVIP Enclosures: Main covered grandstand (A & B sectors) with central camera angles.
- VIP Enclosures: Side wing seating with player benches proximity.
- General Enclosures: North & South uncovered stands directly behind the goals.
🇧🇪 Belfius Arena Enclosures (Wavre)
- Covered Seating (Dark Red): Located at the back/upper levels of Stand A (sectors A1-A5), Stand B (sectors B1-B5), Stand C, and Stand D.
- Uncovered Seating (Pink): Located at the front/lower levels of Stand A (except sector A3), Stand B (sectors B1-B5), Stand C, and Stand D.
- Accessible Seating (PMR / WCA): Dedicated wheelchair spaces located directly in front of Stand B (sectors B1/B2 and B4/B5) with accompanying seats.
6. Belfius Hockey Arena (Wavre) Matchday Parking Guide
⚠️ Critical Traffic Rule: No Stadium Parking
There is no parking space available around the Belfius Hockey Arena in Wavre. The entire zone surrounding the stadium is completely traffic-free during matches and is restricted strictly to residents and service/emergency vehicles.
Spectators driving to the matches must book a parking ticket in advance. Parking is available by reservation only. All public car parks charge a flat rate of €15.00 per vehicle and include a free shuttle service to and from the stadium gates.
🚗 Sat Aug 15th, Aug 21st–24th, Thu Aug 27th & Sun Aug 30th
Two public car parks are open for reservation:
- Parking HOCKEY NORD: Rue de Wavre, 1300 Wavre (€15.00)
- Parking HOCKEY SUD: Boulevard de Wallonie, 1348 Louvain-la-Neuve (€15.00)
🚗 Friday August 28th (Semi-Finals)
Only one public car park is open for reservation:
- Parking HOCKEY NORD: Rue de Wavre, 1300 Wavre (€15.00)
💡 Note: Parking Hockey Sud is NOT active on August 28th.
♿ Reduced Mobility (PRM / PMR)
Special accessible parking is available at the southern car park:
- Parking HOCKEY SUD – PMR: Boulevard de Wallonie, 1348 Louvain-la-Neuve (€15.00)
- Specialized transport organized by Mobilité BW (dedicated shuttle).
⚠️ Deadlines: PMR tickets must be booked at least 48 hours before the day of the event.
📍 Navigation and Shuttle Operations:
- Use Waze or Google Maps for routing and strictly follow on-site road signs and steward instructions.
- Board the free shuttle service running continuously between the public car park and the stadium entrance (return trip included upon presenting your parking ticket).
- If you are not coming by car, detailed public transport alternatives (train, regional buses) are available at the Wavre city transit pages.
7. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Everything you need to know about purchasing tickets and matchday entry rules.
How to book online tickets for the Hockey World Cup 2026?
You can book tickets online via the official portal at worldcup.hockey managed by the Royal Belgian Hockey Association (KBHB) and the Royal Dutch Hockey Association (KNHB). Enter your name, valid email, and contact info to confirm the booking.
Are physical tickets mandatory to enter the stadium?
Yes. For security and quick scanner processing at the gates of both Wagener Stadium and Belfius Arena, a physical printed copy of your barcoded ticket is mandatory. Plain mobile screen displays are not recommended as backup options.
What is the refund policy for Hockey World Cup 2026 tickets?
Under the FIH official ticketing refund rules, if a match is abandoned due to unforeseen events like heavy rain or pitch waterlogging before the toss/match-start, ticket holders are eligible for a 100% refund. Refunds for tickets bought online will be credited back within 10 working days.
Can I buy physical tickets at the stadium gates?
Tickets are sold on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to high local demand (especially for Netherlands and Belgium fixtures), matches are expected to sell out online in advance. Box offices at the gates will only open if tickets remain.
What are the ticket price categories for the group stage and final?
Standard group stage tickets start at €19 for children and €32 to €36 for general admission, while premium covered grandstand seats range from €45 to €50. For the knockout stages, Semi-final tickets start at €41 up to €61, and Grand Final tickets range from €30 (reduced kids rate) to €70 for covered tribune seating.
"We strongly urge fans to book accommodation early in Brussels (BE) and Amsterdam (NL), as central transit lines experience high tourist bookings in late August."— HWC 2026 Editorial Desk