World Cup fever may have begun a couple of weeks ago, but the city is just warming up for what comes next.
Ahead of the World Cup knockout rounds, which start on June 28, New Yorkers can watch the action across more than 100 watch parties, including at five additional “Soccer Streets” sites across the city.
The “Soccer Streets” watch parties, which transform city streets into soccer fan hubs will also include live performances and celebrations of different cultures.
“One of the greatest joys of this World Cup has been watching New Yorkers turn our streets into places of celebration, connection and community,” Mayor Zohran Mamdani said in a statement. “From Corona to Kensington, these watch parties are bringing neighbors together across languages, cultures and backgrounds to share in the world’s game. As we welcome the world to our city, we’re making sure every New Yorker has the chance to be part of this historic moment close to home.”
The five additional “Soccer Streets” watch parties, hosted by the NYC Department of Transportation, will span Brooklyn, Manhattan and Queens, starting June 26.
The additional five Soccer Streets watch parties are:
Osborn Plaza, Brooklyn
When: June 26, 2 p.m.
Where: Osborn Plaza (Osborn Street from Belmont Avenue to the dead end)
What: Live performance by Fogo Azul at 2 p.m., followed by the Norway vs. France match at 3 p.m. Attendees can also join a guided bike ride with Black Girls Do Bike, departing from and returning to Osborn Plaza before kickoff. Register in advance here.
Johnny Hartman Plaza, Manhattan
When: July 2, 2 p.m.
Where: Johnny Hartman Plaza (Hamilton Place from West 143 Street to Amsterdam Avenue)
What: Live performance by Sambuco Tribe at 2 p.m., followed by the 1H vs. 2J match at 3 p.m.
Kensington Plaza, Brooklyn
When: July 7, 3 p.m.
Where: Kensington Plaza (Beverley Road from Church Avenue to East Second Street)
What: Live performance by ADVANCE/MORE Opera at 3 p.m., followed by the W85 vs. W87 match at 4 p.m.
Brooklyn Bridge Arches Plaza, Manhattan
When: July 10, 2 p.m.
Where: Brooklyn Bridge Arches Plaza (Rose Street from Avenue of the Finest to Frankfort Street).
What: Live performance by Fogo Azul at 2 p.m., followed by the W93 vs. W94 match at 3 p.m.
Corona Plaza, Queens
When: July 15, 1:30 p.m.
Where: Corona Plaza (Roosevelt Avenue from National Street to 104th Street)
What: Live performance by Queensboro Dance Festival at 1:30 p.m., followed by the W99 vs. W100 match at 3 p.m.
The final watch party, which New York City Tourism expects to draw more than 50,000 people, will take place on the Great Lawn in Central Park on July 19.
