Your guide to the FIFA World Cup 2026 in New York

The FIFA World Cup 2026 is coming to the region from June 13 to July 19, with matches held at MetLife Stadium. New York City has secured 1,000 lottery tickets priced at $50 for residents, which include round-trip bus transportation to the stadium for select group and knockout stages. The lottery opens on May 25 and closes on May 30.

Brooklyn will host several major public events, including an official FIFA Fan Zone at Brooklyn Bridge Park’s Emily Roebling Plaza featuring live match screenings. Other local highlights include a Soccer Village in Downtown Brooklyn on June 17, the House of GOAL festival at Industry City starting July 3, and a ticketed viewing series hosted by Zum Schneider in Greenpoint.

Summary by Dispatch AI — read the full story at Brooklyn Bridge Parents.