FIFA World Cup 2026™
The FIFA World Cup 2026™ is coming to New York and New Jersey in summer 2026! The FIFA World Cup 2026™ is a premier international soccer tournament hosted across three countries and 11 cities in the United States. NYNJ Stadium (MetLife) is hosting eight matches including the World Cup final during June and July 2026.
The New York–New Jersey region is expected to welcome a substantial influx of visitors, with attendance at matches and watch parties potentially surpassing one million visitors throughout the region.Expected Dates for an Increase in Visitors
Between FIFA World Cup 2026™ soccer matches (including Fan Fest events), Mets baseball games, Knicks basketball playoffs, and concerts, there are many exciting events happening around NYC this summer! Several of these events will take place on the same day.We anticipate an increase in traffic congestion on match and event days, especially conflict days where there are multiple events occurring.
During this increase in visitors, consider working from home, taking public transportation, and avoiding non-essential travel on these days.
Know Before You Go
Be Aware of Closures
Some access points and transportation options will be limited to FIFA World Cup 2026™ ticket holders.Plan Your Route (and an Alternate)
Plan your trip in advance and identify a backup option in case of delays, closures, or crowding in the NYC region.Go Early
Arriving early helps you avoid peak crowds, security delays, and last‑minute transit congestion around venues.Follow Official Guidance
Temporary closures and special transit routes may not appear correctly in navigation apps—check official transit channels before you travel.Be Flexible
Transportation conditions can change quickly. Stay alert to updates and follow on‑site signage and staff directions.Know Before You Go
Be Aware of Closures
Some access points and transportation options will be limited to FIFA World Cup 2026™ ticket holders.
Plan Your Route (and an Alternate)
Plan your trip in advance and identify a backup option in case of delays, closures, or crowding in the NYC region.
Go Early
Arriving early helps you avoid peak crowds, security delays, and last‑minute transit congestion around venues.
Follow Official Guidance
Temporary closures and special transit routes may not appear correctly in navigation apps—check official transit channels before you travel.
Be Flexible
Transportation conditions can change quickly. Stay alert to updates and follow on‑site signage and staff directions.
World Cup Event Schedule
View the full match schedule hosted at NYNJ Stadium (MetLife).FIFA World Cup 2026™ Fan Events
In addition to matches at NYNJ Stadium (MetLife) in New Jersey, several other large-scale events are happening simultaneously around the New York City region, such as Mets games and watch parties. These events will cause travel impacts throughout the entire region, so plan ahead, adjust your travel, and stay home when feasible. Consider transit, biking, scooters, shuttles, and other options.Queens Group Stage HQ
UTSA Billie Jean King National Tennis CenterJune 11 – June 27, 2026
How to Get There
- Mets-Willets Point Station (MTA metro, Long Island Railroad)
Brooklyn Fan Zone
Brooklyn Bridge ParkJune 13 – July 19, 2026 (select dates)
How to Get There
- High Street–Brooklyn Bridge Station (MTA metro)
- Clark Street Station (MTA metro)
- NYC Ferry
Fan Village Rockefeller Center
Rockefeller CenterJuly 6 – 19, 2026
How to Get There
- Rockefeller Center Station (MTA metro)
Staten Island Fan Zone
Siuh Community ParkJune 29 – July 2, 2026
How to Get There
- Staten Island Ferry
- Staten Island Railway or local bus from ferry terminal
Bronx Fan Zone
Bronx Terminal MarketJune 13 – 14, 2026
How to Get There
- 161 Street - Yankee Stadium Station (MTA metro)
Jersey Fan Hub
Sports Illustrated StadiumJune 11 – July 19, 2026 (select dates)
How to Get There
- Harrison Street PATH Station
Commuting During World Cup Weeks
It is an exciting time to welcome so many visitors to our region. With an increase in visitors in the region, your regular travel route will be different than normal. Plan ahead and consider avoiding traveling on high visitor dates.
Commute Alternatives
Expect to see a significant increase in traffic and congestion surrounding matches and events. There are matches occurring across the Hudson River in New Jersey that will impact transit in New York City. Additionally, other sporting events and concerts will increase traffic congestion and impact your regular route.Consider the following alternatives:
- Work remotely
- Adjust your schedule
- Avoid busy areas
- Delay travel to avoid the transit impacts
Anticipated Travel Disruptions & Alternative Options
- Penn Station will be closed to non-World Cup ticket holders starting four hours before kickoff. Only NJ Train trains between Penn Station and Secaucus Junction will be running for World Cup ticket holders only.
- Alternate route: During those four hours, commuters will be able to use Amtrak, PATH trains and NJ Transit buses.
- There may be reduced accessible seats, paths, signage, and Access-A-Ride services.
- Transportation services to and from NYNJ Stadium (MetLife) will require a FIFA World Cup 2026™ ticket.
- Alternate route: If your regular route uses public transit to and from stops at NYNJ Stadium (MetLife), use a different form of transportation on match days.
- Two weekday matches (June 22 and 30, 2026) are expected to significantly disrupt the normal commute.
- Alternate route: Ask your employer about work from home options or adjusting your work schedule to avoid peak travel times.
- Traffic congestion is expected on the Lincoln Tunnel, Route 495, Route 3, and the New Jersey Turnpike.
- Alternate route: Avoid unnecessary trips, reroute your travel, or adjust your departure time.
- Several transit operators will have changes in service, including diversions, reroutes, skipped stops, and operating on different schedules than normal.
- Alternate route: Use real-time service updates and trip planning
Traveling to World Cup Events
Are you planning to attend a match, a watch party, or one of the other sporting events or concerts happening during FIFA World Cup 2026™? Travel around the NYC region will be different than normal and there are designated travel routes for matches and events.Transportation Options to Events
There are several transportation options to access the fan experiences and matches, including rail, bus, subway, and ferry. Note that FIFA World Cup 2026™ tickets are required to purchase and access official transportation services to NYNJ Stadium (MetLife).
Rideshare & Driving
All rideshare will use a designated drop-off and pick-up location at Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment. There will be no personal vehicle access to NYNJ Stadium (MetLife).
All rideshare will use a designated drop-off and pick-up location at Meadowlands Racing & Entertainment. There will be no personal vehicle access to NYNJ Stadium (MetLife).
Traveling from Upstate
If you are planning to travel from upstate to downstate to attend World Cup events, there are several transportation options available, including 511ny.org, Amtrak, and intercity buses.Single Trip Carpool Matching
Register here 511NYRideshare.org (Registration is Quick, Easy, and FREE). You will receive a welcome email, click the Log In link to confirm your password. Then select Find a Carpool from the menu then
to create a One-Time Trip from origin to destination. Once you have saved your trip, you’ll see a new blue button appear “Find Ridematches”. You can contact any matches through the site.