It’s the final countdown until the 2026 FIFA World Cup comes to the United States, and with high ticket prices, city officials say they’re launching free fan events so people can have the excitement even without a ticket.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Gov. Kathy Hochul say there will be a designated venue in each borough. They say there will be things like live watch parties, cultural events, opportunities for local businesses to get involved and more.
Queens – USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, Flushing Meadows
The Bronx – Bronx Terminal Market
Brooklyn – Brooklyn Bridge Park
Manhattan – Rockefeller Center
Staten Island – Hospital Community Park
In total, the events will be a 39-day celebration for people and businesses to enjoy the World Cup.
The events last through the tournament, which starts on June 11 and ends on July 19.