The 32 qualified national teams will discover their pool opponents during a live broadcast on Monday, 26 October 2026.
The journey to the 2027 FIVB Women's Volleyball World Cup reaches its next big milestone on Monday, 26 October 2026, when the official draw takes place live on the Volleyball World YouTube channel, according to information published by fivb.
For the 32 qualified teams, the draw marks the moment the tournament becomes real as they find out their pool opponents, helping fans everywhere start mapping out their team's route to the final in Anaheim.
The upcoming tournament carries extra weight because it serves as a crucial qualification pathway for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games, offering teams a first look at the official Olympic venue at the Honda Center.
Key Information for the 2027 World Cup Draw
The live draw event is scheduled to begin at 8 AM PT, 11 AM ET, and 4 PM CET, broadcasting directly on the official Volleyball World YouTube channel for global audiences.
During this session, the 32 participating squads will be divided into eight distinct pools of four teams each, setting the stage for the preliminary phase of the international competition.
Tournament Format and Knockout Stage
Following the pool play phase, the top two teams from each group will advance directly to the knockout stage, which kicks off with the Round of 16.
The single-elimination bracket continues through the quarterfinals and semifinals, ultimately concluding with the high-stakes bronze medal match and the championship final.
Road to the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games
The 2027 FIVB Women's Volleyball World Cup provides one of the final qualification pathways for the upcoming Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.
The three best-ranked teams that have not already secured their qualification will officially book their places at LA28, competing at the Honda Center in Anaheim.
Host Cities and Participating Nations
The tournament will run from 20 August to 5 September 2027, with pool matches hosted in Montreal at the Bell Centre, Omaha at the CHI Health Center Arena, Orlando at the Kia Center, and Quebec City at the Videotron Centre.
Co-hosts USA and Canada are joined by defending champions Italy, alongside continental qualifiers and FIVB World Ranking participants, with Switzerland making their historic tournament debut.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the 2027 FIVB Women's Volleyball World Cup draw?
The draw takes place on Monday, 26 October 2026, at 8 AM PT, 11 AM ET, and 4 PM CET, broadcast live on the Volleyball World YouTube channel.
How many teams are participating in the tournament?
A total of 32 qualified teams will compete, divided into eight pools of four teams each for the preliminary phase.
Where will the 2027 FIVB Women's Volleyball World Cup take place?
Pool matches will be held in Montreal, Omaha, Orlando, and Quebec City, while the final phase will take place at the Honda Center in Anaheim.
Does the tournament offer Olympic qualification?
Yes, the three best-ranked teams that have not already qualified will secure their places at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.
