World Rugby has officially opened ticket pre-registration for Rugby World Cup 2033, with organizers anticipating record-breaking demand for the first Rugby World Cup to be held in the United States.
Pre-Registration Details
How to Register 1. Visit worldrugby.org/rwc2033 2. Create a World Rugby account 3. Select preferred matches and venues 4. Receive priority access codes
Timeline - **Pre-registration**: January 14 - April 30, 2026 - **Priority ballot**: May-June 2032 - **General sale**: September 2032 - **Resale platform**: January 2033
Venue Breakdown and Capacity
Major Venues
SoFi Stadium, Los Angeles (70,240) - Opening ceremony + match - Semi-finals - FINAL - Pool stage matches
MetLife Stadium, New York/New Jersey (82,500) - Semi-final - Pool stage matches - Largest venue capacity
AT&T Stadium, Dallas (80,000) - Quarter-finals - Pool stage matches - Retractable roof
Regional Venues
Levi's Stadium, San Francisco (68,500) - Quarter-final - Pool matches
Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Atlanta (71,000) - Quarter-final - Pool matches
Soldier Field, Chicago (61,500) - Pool matches
Lincoln Financial Field, Philadelphia (69,796) - Pool matches
Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas (65,000) - Pool matches
Ticket Categories
Match Tickets - **Category 1**: Premium sideline - $500-$1,500 - **Category 2**: Midfield upper - $250-$750 - **Category 3**: End zone - $100-$400 - **Category 4**: General admission - $50-$200
Package Deals - **Follow Your Team**: All pool matches for one nation - **Venue Pass**: All matches at one stadium - **Ultimate Experience**: Every knockout match - **Family Package**: Discounted rates for groups
Expected Demand
World Rugby CEO Alan Gilpin stated: "We anticipate 3-4 million ticket applications for 2.5 million available seats. The American market's enthusiasm for live sports, combined with the global rugby community, will make this the most-attended Rugby World Cup ever."
Demand Projections by Nation 1. **USA** - 800,000+ applications expected 2. **England** - 400,000+ 3. **Ireland** - 300,000+ 4. **New Zealand** - 250,000+ 5. **Australia** - 200,000+
Hospitality Packages
Premium hospitality will include: - Stadium club access - Pre-match dining - Player meet-and-greets - Commemorative gifts - Premium parking
Prices range from $2,000-$15,000 per match.
Tips for Securing Tickets
- Register early - priority is first-come
- Be flexible on dates and venues
- Consider less popular pool matches
- Join official supporter clubs for allocations
- Monitor social media for updates
Don't miss your chance to witness rugby history in America. Pre-register today at worldrugby.org/rwc2033.