Flexible office provider launches complimentary day-pass program near Gillette Stadium and other host venues as businesses prepare for increased congestion and travel challenges
BOSTON— With FIFA World Cup 2026 events expected to draw hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Greater Boston region, businesses, commuters, and traveling professionals are preparing for significant transportation disruptions around Gillette Stadium and key transportation corridors.
To help workers maintain productivity amid anticipated congestion, International Workplace Group (IWG), the world’s largest flexible workspace provider, has announced a program offering complimentary day passes at participating workspace locations throughout Boston and other U.S. World Cup host markets.
The initiative is designed to provide professionals with an alternative to lengthy commutes, crowded transit systems, and traffic delays expected during tournament activities.
Boston is among the 11 U.S. host markets selected for FIFA World Cup 2026 matches and related events. As activity intensifies around Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, transportation planners anticipate increased vehicle traffic along Interstate 95, Route 1, Interstate 93, and other major commuter routes serving Greater Boston and southeastern Massachusetts. Public transit systems and regional rail services are also expected to experience higher-than-normal passenger volumes throughout the tournament.
For employers and business travelers, those disruptions could create challenges ranging from delayed meetings to reduced office attendance.
IWG’s program aims to address those concerns by providing complimentary access to business lounges and coworking spaces located throughout the Boston area and other host cities.
“The FIFA World Cup will transform host cities into some of the busiest business and travel environments in the world,” said Jeff Doughman, CEO of IWG Americas. “Our goal is to give people a simple, flexible way to stay productive and avoid the disruption caused by congestion and crowding around stadiums. With 83% of CEOs already enabling teams to work from multiple locations, flexible workspace access has become a practical tool for navigating real-world disruptions like these.”
The initiative reflects the growing role flexible workspace providers play in supporting hybrid work strategies and business continuity planning. Rather than requiring employees to commute into traditional offices during periods of heightened congestion, companies increasingly rely on distributed workplace networks that allow workers to access professional office environments closer to home or temporary destinations.
Under the program, eligible users can reserve workspace at participating Regus, Spaces, and other IWG locations on select match days. Access is available on a first-come, first-served basis and is subject to space availability.
To participate, individuals must download the IWG or Regus mobile application, reserve a workspace at a participating location, and present proof of a World Cup match ticket, event credential, or travel confirmation along with a business credential such as a company email address or business card.
The Boston market has become one of the nation’s leading hubs for flexible office space as employers continue adapting to hybrid work models. Industry observers note that major events such as the World Cup create additional demand for temporary workspace solutions by bringing together business travelers, media organizations, sponsors, consultants, and corporate teams operating outside their traditional offices.
The tournament is expected to generate a substantial economic impact for the region, benefiting hotels, restaurants, retailers, transportation providers, and hospitality businesses. At the same time, the influx of visitors is likely to place added strain on transportation infrastructure, particularly on match days.
