Public screening set for Vimont as fans gather for the global finale
The City of Laval will open Lausanne Park in Vimont on Sunday for a free, outdoor broadcast of the FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina. The viewing area opens at 2 p.m. with pre-game activities, and the match is slated to kick off at 3 p.m. The event is organized in partnership with the AS Laval Football Club, which will operate on-site food service.
“Bring your chairs, blankets, or snacks, and put on your team’s sweaters!”
While the championship match unfolds in New Jersey, the city is pitching the Vimont gathering as a community alternative where residents can watch together under clear ground rules. Admission to the viewing area will be controlled, with bag checks at entry and defined restrictions on containers and coolers.
How to get there and where to park
Access to the site will be via de Lausanne St. The city warns that parking immediately around the park will be tight. Overflow options include spaces in front of the soccer fields, at the Régent‑Martimbeau Community Centre, and on nearby streets, subject to the usual local parking signs and regulations. Dedicated accessible parking for people with reduced mobility will be located close to the football pitches.
Washrooms, including accessible toilets, will be available inside the community centre, complemented by mobile units positioned outdoors. A water fountain for refilling reusable bottles will be set up outside the centre to reduce single-use plastics.
What you can bring — and what you can’t
To keep the event safe and family-friendly, the city has laid out a clear list of permitted and prohibited items. Food may be brought in soft coolers or bags, and plastic containers are allowed. Dogs on leashes are welcome on trails and grassy areas, but not in playgrounds, sports fields, or buildings.
- Allowed: chairs, blankets, snacks, soft coolers, plastic containers, refillable water bottles, leashed dogs (with area restrictions)
- Prohibited: glass containers, cans, hard coolers, cooking appliances, and any alcohol (no sale or consumption on site)
- Security: all bags will be inspected before entry
There will be no alcohol permitted on site, and the city says there will be no sale of alcoholic beverages. For those seeking food and non-alcoholic drinks, the AS Laval Football Club will run a BBQ with items for purchase.
Event schedule and essentials
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Gates open | 2 p.m. (pre-game activities) |
| Kickoff | 3 p.m. |
| Location | Lausanne Park, Vimont (access via de Lausanne St.) |
| Facilities | Accessible washrooms at Régent‑Martimbeau Community Centre; outdoor mobile toilets |
| Water | Refill station outside the community centre |
| Food | BBQ and drinks sold by AS Laval Football Club |
Community focus with safety in mind
The city’s approach mirrors other major-event gatherings: encourage turnout, but set clear expectations about conduct and public safety. The prohibition on alcohol, limits on containers, and bag checks are meant to streamline entry and prevent hazards in a high-traffic setting. The municipality also underscores accessibility, with parking and washrooms designed to accommodate residents with mobility needs.
For families and supporters who prefer not to travel to crowded bars or cross-border venues, the Vimont screening offers a local, no-cost way to watch one of the world’s most-watched sporting events. With transit, carpooling, or a short walk from nearby streets, the city recommends planning ahead to navigate limited parking and get settled before kickoff.
Fans are encouraged to arrive early, dress for the weather, and respect on-site signage and staff instructions so the viewing can proceed smoothly and safely for everyone.
