Your Guide to the 2026 World Cup in NYC
The World Cup is taking over NYC this summer, and there’s a lot happening. This is your go-to guide for everything from matches and fan festivals to watch parties, concerts, and more. Use the “JUMP TO" section to quickly find what you need, whether you’re planning ahead or figuring it out on the fly. We’ll be updating this page in real time as new events and info drop, so bookmark it and check back often!
This is your one-stop guide to doing the FIFA World Cup in NYC done right!
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Match Schedule | Happy Hours & Specials |
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Transportation
Where To Watch the World Cup in NYC
Brooklyn Bowl | Williamsburg
Catch every match at Brooklyn Bowl, where free admission, giant screens, cold drinks, bowling lanes, and game-day specials turn each watch party into an event. RSVP for free today.
Olly Olly Market | Chelsea
Catch every match at Olly Olly Market and Bar Avant, with four TVs and a giant projector keeping the action front and center. Grab your group and settle in with cocktails, beer, pizza, tacos, and more from the food hall. RSVP now for free and enter to win a beer bucket + a $30 gift card to the 7/11 watch party!.
Clinton Hall | Multiple Locations
Catch the matches with giant pretzels, burgers, beer towers, and indoor-outdoor viewing setups across several NYC locations.
Havana Central | Times Square
Expect Latin American match screenings, mojito pitchers, cerveza buckets, and Cuban comfort food in a high-energy Midtown setting.
Houston Hall | West Village
One of NYC’s biggest beer halls is turning into a World Cup HQ with giant screens, massive cocktails, group reservations, and iHeart watch parties.
PB Brasserie | Harlem
Harlem’s upscale French steakhouse is hosting elevated World Cup watch parties with cocktails, seafood, steaks, and match screenings.
Slate | Chelsea
This massive Chelsea nightlife venue pairs World Cup screenings with arcade games, bowling, DJs, cocktails, and a huge LED video wall.
Yesterday’s | West Village
The newly opened two-level bar will show every World Cup match alongside cocktails, wood-fired pizza, and late-night party energy.
El Lugar | Chelsea
El Lugar is transforming into "The Matchbox," a fully immersive soccer headquarters complete with turf, international flags, soccer-themed games, giant screen viewing, and country-inspired food specials.
FIFA Fan Festival NYC
Sports Illustrated Stadium | Harrison, NJ
Select Dates June 13 - July 15
Photo: Sports Illustrated Stadium
Reserve free tickets for giant-screen match watch parties, live entertainment, fan experiences, and community programming at the official New Jersey fan festival.
USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center | Corona Park
June 11 - June 27
Reserve free tickets for live watch parties, concerts, special guest appearances, local food vendors, fan activations, and cultural programming. Expect performances from artists including Nas, Wyclef Jean, Ella Mai, Busta Rhymes, Crystal Waters, and more.
Brooklyn Bridge Park | Brooklyn Heights
Select Dates June 13 - July 19
Photo: Adidas
Enjoy daily watch parties, live DJs, concerts, a beer garden, and the adidas adiCup 3v3 tournament with waterfront views. Free to attend!
Bronx Terminal Market | West Concourse
June 13 - 14, 2026
Reserve free tickets for live match screenings, local food, family-friendly activities, and community-driven programming at Bronx Terminal Market.
SIUH Community Park | St.George
June 29 - July 2
Enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly zone with evening match viewings, activities, and community programming during the knockout rounds.
Rockefeller Center | Midtown Center
July 6 - 19
Watch Rockefeller Center transform into a soccer destination with giant-screen match viewings, fan experiences, and celebrations across the plaza, rink, and Top of the Rock. Free to attend!
NYC/NJ Match Schedule
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Brazil v. Morocco | Saturday, 6/13 – 6PM @ MetLife Stadium
France v. Senegal | Tuesday, 6/16 – 3PM @ MetLife Stadium
Norway v. Senegal | Monday, 6/22 – 8PM @ MetLife Stadium
Ecuador v. Germany | Thursday, 6/25 – 4PM @ MetLife Stadium
Panama v. England | Saturday, 6/27 – 5PM @ MetLife Stadium
Round of 32 | Tuesday, 6/30 – 5PM @ MetLife Stadium
Round of 16 | Sunday, 7/5 – 4PM @ MetLife Stadium
FIFA World Cup 26™ Final | Sunday, 7/19 – 3PM @ MetLife Stadium
Happy Hours & Specials
44 W 30th St | NoMad
Electric Shuffle is turning every match day into a watch party throughout the tournament and offering $25 beer and margarita pitchers whenever the USA or England teams play. The tech-powered shuffleboard venue is also giving one lucky winner the chance to score a $250 bar tab and shuffleboard experience for six.
477 Amsterdam Ave | UWS
Hi-Life is gearing up for the 2026 World Cup with match screenings, cocktails, and a limited-edition soccer-inspired T-shirt featuring the restaurant’s iconic martini logo reimagined as a soccer ball.
The Opus Westchester | White Plains
Kanopi is turning its 40th-floor dining room into an upscale World Cup viewing experience this summer. The limited-time Beefsteak series pairs 20+ 4K TVs with unlimited steakhouse fare from Pat LaFrieda, plus unlimited beer throughout the match. Tickets start at $145 per match, with membership packages available.
400 5th Avenue | Midtown
Available all tournament long, Ai Fiori will also be featuring the $26 Five Borough Winners Special, a signature Fiori Burger with prime brisket blend, fontina, caramelized onion, smoked tomato, salsa fiore, and fries, served with a complimentary limited-edition World Cup collectible cup.
805 9th Ave | Hell's Kitchen
Yingtao is bringing World Cup energy to its Michelin-starred restaurant with select match screenings projected in the bar area during regular service hours (Tuesday–Sunday, 5–10 PM). During broadcasts, guests can enjoy $15 Chinese-Spiced Popcorn Chicken and $5 Tsingtao beers at the bar while catching the action.
Where To Buy Merch
45 Rockefeller Plaza | Midtown Center
Photo: Rockefeller Center
Find official tournament merchandise, NYC/NJ host city gear, team jerseys, scarves, hats, mascot products, collectibles, and World Cup souvenirs. (Top of the Rock ticket holders get 10% off merch.)
Hudson Yards
Photo: Hudson Yards
Shop official FIFA World Cup 2026 apparel, accessories, memorabilia, collectibles, and photo opportunities, plus gear for men, women, and kids.
867 Broadway | Union Square
Photo: Paragon Sports
Official U.S. Soccer World Cup jerseys have arrived at Paragon Sports, with custom lettering available exclusively in-store. Stock up on Team USA gear before the tournament kicks off.
Photo: Jellycat
Jellycat just launched a soccer-themed collection, including plush soccer balls, referee cards, whistles, and Team USA-inspired designs. The collection will be available at retailers including Nordstrom and FAO Schwarz, with additional drops online this summer.
Columbus Circle | Midtown West
Photo: Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Merchandise Store
Browse the Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ Merchandise Store for official jerseys, apparel, collectibles, tournament memorabilia, and souvenirs, then check out The Art of the Game, an outdoor installation featuring artist-designed soccer ball sculptures around Columbus Circle.
Transportation
Getting to MetLife Stadium for the World Cup will require a little planning. Expanded transit service, dedicated shuttles, and matchday transportation options will be available, so most fans will be better off leaving the car at home.
Photo: NJ Transit
NJ Transit
NJ Transit will be the primary public transportation option for fans traveling to matches and will run an expanded rail service.
- Service from Penn Station and stations throughout New Jersey
- Transfers will take place at Secaucus Junction
- Dedicated matchday trains and buses will connect Secaucus Junction to the stadium
- Advance ticket purchase required
Official Stadium Shuttle
An official round-trip shuttle service will operate from select locations in NYC and New Jersey.
- Multiple pickup locations (Port Authority, Midtown East, Midtown North, & Hackensack)
- Round-trip service to the stadium
- Accessible transportation options available
- Advance tickets required
Rideshare
Uber and Lyft riders will use designated pickup and drop-off areas just off the property.
- Pickup and drop-off at Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment
- Short walking path to stadium entrances
- Expect longer wait times after matches
- Surge pricing likely before and after games
Driving & Parking
Accessibility
Accessible parking, transportation services, and designated pickup/drop-off areas will be available for guests with accessibility needs.
Updated June 2026
