As the 2026 FIFA World Cup heads to the Meadowlands in just a few weeks, the region will be filled with events to keep fans engaged with the tournament. From watch parties of the games to match day celebrations for the World Cup matches that are being held just a few minutes away at MetLife Stadium.
FIFA World Cup Watch Parties
American Dream will be hosting 11 watch parties for FIFA World Cup matches, each one featuring its own unique set of guests and entertainment. The first watch party takes place on June 11 at 1 p.m., as Mexico takes on South Africa. Adidas will be holding a kickoff party with Lulu & Lala, a mariachi band providing the music.
The next match will be broadcasted the following day, on June 12 at 3 p.m., for Canada vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina. The watch party will feature an appearance from Jordyn Listro, a player for Canada’s national women’s team. Later that day, at 8 p.m., there will be a second watch party for USA vs. Paraguay. Retired US soccer players, Geoff Cameron and Brek Shea, will be holding a Q&A prior to the match kicking off.
On June 17, there will be several matches featured, including England vs. Croatia, in addition to a free youth soccer clinic courtesy of Gotham FC. On June 18, at 5 p.m., Lulu & Lala will return to bring the goody energy as Canada takes on Qatar.
The following day, June 19, at 1 p.m. the New York Giants, iHeart Media and DJ Pro Style will be in attendance for USA’s match against Australia. The excitement continues on June 20, as celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson, who was born in Sweden, brings the hype for Sweden’s match against Netherlands.
June 21 is Family Day, which includes kids activities, character appearances and overall fun for the whole family. The match being highlighted for that day is Spain vs. Saudi Arabia. On June 23, the New York Jets will be bringing their fan experience, Jets Fest, to the festivities, which includes giveaways and interactive games. The World Cup match being shown will feature England taking on Ghana.
On June 25, the final group stage viewing party will be taking place, as USA faces off against Turkey. In what could be the United States’ biggest game of the tournament, non-playing members of USA soccer will be in attendance at American Dream as guests cheer the team on.
Match Day Celebrations
MetLife Stadium will be hosting eight matches for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, five of which are going to be group stage matches. For each group stage match that is being held at the venue, American Dream will be holding match day celebrations prior to kick-off. The celebrations give fans an opportunity to enjoy food, music and entertainment at the mall before heading to MetLife Stadium, which is less than a mile away. The dates and times for each match day celebration at American Dream and their corresponding match can be found listed below.
- Brazil vs. Morocco, June 13, 1-4 p.m.
- France vs. Senegal, June 16, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
- Norway vs. Senegal, June 22, 4-7 p.m.
- Ecuador vs. Germany, June 25, 12-3 p.m.
- Panama vs. England, June 27, 1-4 p.m.
Fan Experiences
In addition to the other events that have been previously mentioned, there will also be fan experiences to engage guests at American Dream. From June 14 to July 16, the New York Red Bulls will be hosting youth soccer clinics. Children from ages six to fourteen will have the chance to train with professional Red Bulls coaches.
American Dream’s Watch & Play Zone keeps the excitement going at American Dream, with celebrity appearances, DJ sets, watch parties and more. It gives fans a perfect way to experience the 2026 FIFA World Cup, while enjoying the other entertainment that the mall has to offer.
The Fan Zone features vendors, games and music, giving fans yet another way to stay entertained. Also taking place is the Plaza de Fútbol, an all-day Latin party on the patio of Jarana, a Peruvian restaurant located in American Dream. It brings good vibes and energy to the Meadowlands, as the FIFA World Cup takes over.
Dream Live Opening Concert
On Saturday, June 13, American Dream will be debuting the opening of its Dream Live Performing Arts Center. Its inaugural performance will be from Moroccan rapper French Montana, the same day that Brazil and Morocco take the field at MetLife Stadium, just a few minutes away. The event outlines American Dream’s commitment to providing fans with as much entertainment as possible as the FIFA World Cup heads to the Meadowlands.
