Local Soccer Lecture And World Cup Fan Events To Be Held In Hoboken

HOBOKEN, NJ — Several World Cup and soccer-themed events will take place in Hoboken this weekend, including a lecture at the Hoboken Historical Museum, and Red Bull-sponsored events.

The Hoboken Historical Museum, located on 13th Street near the waterfront, will host "a lecture that will highlight the evolution, influence and impact of soccer in Hoboken and surrounding cities throughout Hudson County, with a special focus on Hoboken FC 1912," said a spokesperson.

Hoboken FC 1912 is one of the oldest continuously active soccer clubs in New Jersey.

The presenters have written books and been involved with soccer for decades, including a historian for the New York Cosmos.

More information on that event, taking place this Saturday, can be found here.

Fan Events And Clinics

Also in Hoboken, the city is hosting Red Bulls soccer clinics and fan experiences from this weekend through early next week. Check this announcement for more details.

And the city is continuing to host outdoor block parties for the semi-final matches, including several parties planned for the finals on July 19. See the complete list here.