JUNE 12, 2026

KENSICO DAM PLAZA

MATCH:

USA v Paraguay

GET YOUR TICKETS

MATCH WATCH EXPERIENCES

Long Island – Stony Brook University

Friday, June 12, 2026

Match Watch Experience - Pt. 1: Canada vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina

Doors Open: 1:00 PM
Match Kickoff: 3:00 PM

Match Watch Experience - Pt. 2: USA vs. Paraguay

Doors Open: 6:00 PM
Match Kickoff: 9:00 PM

Westchester County – Kensico Dam Plaza

Sunday, July 19, 2026

Match Watch Experience - World Cup Final

Doors Open: 12:00 PM
Match Kickoff: 3:00 PM

*If you are interested in attending both matches, you will need to register for tickets to each Match Watch Experience.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Join fans for a free, family-friendly World Cup watch experience featuring live match viewing, entertainment, community activities, and moments that bring everyone together to celebrate the world’s game.

Live match viewing on large outdoor screens
Family-friendly entertainment and activities
Food and beverage options available on-site
Photo opportunities and interactive soccer activations
Community celebrations before and during the match

OUR PARTNERS

A STATEWIDE CELEBRATION

Get Offline, Get Outside

Building on Governor Hochul’s Get Offline, Get Outside initiative, the community viewing events are designed to bring neighbors together in shared public spaces and encourage connection, movement, and time outdoors.

World Cup Legacy

Beyond the matches, New York State is leveraging the 2026 World Cup to drive long-term community impact through initiatives like the Community World Cup Grant Program and the proposed NY Kicks: A World Cup Legacy Investment Fund supporting youth soccer infrastructure, access, and programming in underserved communities.

Accessible & Inclusive

Designed to be accessible, inclusive, and family-friendly, these events bring the energy of the World Cup to communities across New York — giving fans the chance to experience this global moment close to home.

Community Impact

Together, these efforts reflect a broader commitment to connection, opportunity, and lasting benefits for communities across the state.