AFCON Fan Zone Village
Enjoy a free, vibrant celebration of African football, legendary street food, and community culture at Tempo Community Space this Sunday at the AFCON Fan Zone Village!
About AFCON Fan Zone Village
The city is about to come alive with football, flavour, and culture as Youdom Suya CIC in collaboration with Rudy King Bantu proudly presents...
AFCON Fan Zone Village
An unforgettable community-led celebration inspired by the Africa Cup of Nations, bringing Africa’s biggest football tournament to the heart of Glasgow.
Venue: Tempo Community Space, Rutherglen, 201 Glasgow road, G73 1SU
Dates: Sunday 18th January 2026
Opening Hours: 3:00pm – 11:00pm
Food: 4:00pm – 10:00pm
Bar: Bring your own buzz, Communitea Bubble tea, food, TOPINKY snacks available.
FREE ENTRY - Everyone is welcome!
What to Expect
• Live AFCON match screenings
• Authentic African street food (including legendary suya)
• Music, Dance, culture & vibrant community vibes
• A safe, inclusive, and affordable space for everyone.
This is more than a fan zone — it’s a pilot community project designed to bring people together through sport, culture, and shared experiences, while setting the standard for future large-scale fan villages in Glasgow.
Why it matters:
Community-led & not-for-profit
Responsible, well-managed environment
Supporting cultural inclusion & social cohesion
Building toward future major sporting fan zones
Whether you’re backing your nation, discovering new flavours, or just soaking up the atmosphere — this is where AFCON lives in Glasgow.
We're celebrating this Sunday!
Bring your friends. Bring your flags. Bring the energy.
Follow, share & tag your match-day crew
#AFCONGlasgow #YoudomSuya #rudykingbantu #FanZoneVillage #AfricanCulture FootballMeetsCulture communityfirst
| Find tickets with Eventbrite: | Search now |
Some external links on this site are affiliate links, meaning we may earn a commission, at no additional cost to you, if you click or make a purchase.
Where possible we will update our listings to notify of cancelled, postponed and rescheduled events, however we STRONGLY ADVISE that you check with the venue/organiser in the first instance for updates.
All information (whether in text or photographs) is supplied in good faith but should not be relied upon as being a statement of representation or fact.GOT AN EVENT TO SHARE? It's free to post your events on What's On Lanarkshire, click here to find out more!
Want to be the first to hear about what's happening in Lanarkshire? Follow us on Facebook and join the What's On Scotland Group!Sponsored Links
Similar events you might like...
Caledonia Gladiators Basketball Game
Looking for something different for your next family day? Swap the screens for live basketball entertainment and enjoy big energy, music, mascots and a safe crowd for all ages!
READ MORE
APW RUGGY RUMBLE
Live Pro Wrestling returns to Rutherglen as Attitude Pro Wrestling presents The Ruggy Rumble featuring Grado, Ravie Davie, Mr Wanderer, Rutherglens Hometown Manky Frankie and more!
READ MORE
Walking Hockey
Uddingston Hockey Club's 50+ Walking Hockey sessions offer gentle exercise and a deep social connection every Thursday, topped off with tea, cake, and a proper blether for all abilities!
READ MORE
Kicks4Kids At Clyde FC - Family Matchday
Kicks4Kids is a brand new community initiative from Clyde Football Club, join them for their Family Matchday on Saturday 21st February where Clyde FC will face Edinburgh City!
READ MORE
Gordon Strachan - My Life In Football
On what promises to be an entertaining night, Gordon Strachan will be discussing his colourful career and life with Gerry McDade at The Town House Hamilton on Friday 6th March!
READ MORE
Premier British Wrestling: 20th Anniversary
Action packed with a few laughs thrown in for good measure, Premier British Wrestling returns to Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 25th April!
READ MORE
Over The Top - The Tartan Army 28 Years Later
Take an unforgettable trip down memory lane, celebrating 28 years of the legendary Tartan Army spirit at The Town House Hamilton on Friday 8th May!
READ MORE
Megaslam Wrestling: Live & Loaded Tour
The Number 1 live wrestling experience for families is heading to Lanark with it's BIGGEST tour to date as Megaslam presents: 2026 Live & Loaded Tour!
READ MORE
Over The Top - The Tartan Army 28 Years Later
Take an unforgettable trip down memory lane, celebrating 28 years of the legendary Tartan Army spirit at Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 16th May!
READ MORESponsored Links
Find other events in Lanarkshire
Sponsored Links