World Cup Brings Business Boost to Downtown Augusta as Construction Continues
Monday, June 15th, 2026
Downtown Augusta construction continues to impact businesses as work speeds up, with most of the activity centered around Broad Street.
Construction crews are working in the heat as they prepare to work on 6th and 5th streets later this month. Leaders expect construction to finish in December 2026.
But the World Cup could provide relief for businesses struggling with the construction impacts.
World Cup Draws Crowds Downtown
A United States World Cup goal brought cheers from soccer fans gathered in downtown Augusta.
