Chamber prepares businesses for 2026 FIFA World Cup

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- The St. Joseph Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Lunch and Learn session to prepare local businesses for the FIFA World Cup taking place in Kansas City, Missouri, next summer.

Whether it's a hotel, retail business, bar or restaurant, the Chamber said owners should being preparing for an influx of tourists expected in St. Joseph in 2026.

Businesses can register for the Lunch and Learn, taking place at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 11, at the Chamber, located at 3003 Frederick Ave. The session is also available online.

The Lunch and Learn will go over how businesses can be ready for the games and the international visitors that come with them.

The session will cost $12 and lunch is included. To register, visit www.members.saintjoseph.com.