Worcester, MA|News|
Road Closures And Security Updates Announced For World Cup Watch Parties
The city will host "Game On Worcester" watch parties on the Worcester Common.
Jessie Castellano, Patch Staff
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Detroit, MI|News|
Where To Watch 2026 World Cup In Metro Detroit
Sports bars across the country are expected to draw large and energetic crowds. Some to consider in metro Detroit include:
Dylan Siwicki, Patch Staff
Wayne, NJ|News|
Wayne Sports Bars Are Getting Ready For World Cup 2026
NJ residents without tickets to the matches at MetLife can still catch the games at some local establishments.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Hatboro-Horsham, PA|News|
World Cup Watch Parties At Iron Abbey Gastro Pub
The Horsham restaurant is featuring drink specials, giveaways, and big TV screens to watch the soccer games during the World Cup tournament.
Dino Ciliberti, Patch Staff
Newark, NJ|News|
Rutgers Professor: Here’s Why Soccer Is More Than A Game In Brazil
After Brazil faces Morocco in the FIFA World Cup competition, the results may work their way into one of Isadora Grevan’s classes.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Herndon, VA|News|
Taco Bamba In Herndon Offers World Cup Specials, Happy Hour Pricing
Taco Bamba in Herndon is offering World Cup food specials, happy-hour pricing and $20 Modelo beer buckets.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Fairfax City, VA|News|
Taco Bamba In Fair Lakes Celebrates World Cup With Food Specials
Taco Bamba’s Fair Lakes restaurant is offering World Cup specials starting Thursday and running through June 19.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Arlington, VA|News|
Taco Bamba In Ballston Offers World Cup Food Specials, Modelo Buckets
Taco Bamba in Ballston is offering World Cup food specials, happy-hour pricing and $20 Modelo beer buckets during matches.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Danville, CA|News|
Danville's Canyon Club Brewery Hosting World Cup Watch Parties
Catch the best games and enter for a chance to win U.S. National Men's Soccer Team swag.
Michael Wittner, Patch Staff
New York City, NY|News|
MTA Debuts World Cup-Themed Subway Trains In NYC
The train wraps will represent all 48 countries participating in this year's tournament.
David Luces, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|News|
Laurel Hill Bathrooms Closed For A Year Because Contractor That Was Supposed To Renovate Them Got Indicted
"What's really slowing (repairs) down is the two former county parks directors got indicted. It's been impossible to get work done."
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Mansfield-Storrs, CT|News|
UConn Athlete Performance Experts Say World Cup Needs More Built-In Water Breaks
A group of U.S. experts that includes UConn staffers has called on FIFA to implement more extensive heat mitigation measures.
Chris Dehnel, Patch Staff
Long Valley, NJ|News|
Long Valley Sports Bars Are Getting Ready For World Cup 2026
NJ residents without tickets to the matches at MetLife can still catch the games at some local establishments.
Jack Slocum, Patch Staff
Danbury, CT|News|
World Cup Watch Parties Planned Across Danbury: Here's When And Where
Restaurants and community organizations will host matches throughout June as part of a citywide celebration.
Hayleigh Evans, Patch Staff
Stamford, CT|News|
Stamford Downtown Launches 'Summer Of Soccer' With Watch Parties And Specials
Residents and visitors will have opportunities to gather for major soccer matches while supporting local businesses.
Richard Kaufman, Patch Staff
Ashburn, VA|News|
Ashburn Burger Joint Offering Burger And Ball Giveaways To Celebrate World Cup
Habit Burger & Grill in Ashburn is offering soccer-themed deals this summer tied to World Cup excitement.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Fredericksburg, VA|News|
Fredericksburg Habit Burger Marks Summer Of Soccer With Free Offer
Habit Burger & Grill in Fredericksburg is offering soccer-themed deals this summer tied to World Cup excitement.
Michael O'Connell, Patch Staff
Philadelphia, PA|News|
Where To Watch The World Cup In Philadelphia: Bars, Restaurants, Fan Festival
As World Cup fever hits Philadelphia, plenty of bars, restaurants and outdoor venues are preparing to televise the action.
June Bakan, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
World Cup Fever To Hit Hartford Area With Several Soccer Watch Parties Planned
Free soccer watch parties begin this week on Pratt Street in Hartford, featuring food, drinks, and tournament match broadcasts.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Across California, CA|News|
Free FIFA World Cup Tickets Available For Veterans, Military, First Responders
The program honors the military community and commemorates America's 250th anniversary.
Kristina Houck, Patch Staff
Chicago, IL|News|
Iraq World Cup Player Questioned At O'Hare, Photographer Denied Entry: Report
The Iraqi Embassy said two members of Iraq's World Cup delegation underwent additional immigration procedures in Chicago.
Eric DeGrechie, Patch Staff
Hoboken, NJ|News|
Hoboken To Hold 'Big Match Block Parties' With FIFA World Cup Games On Large Screen
This weekend will kick off 12 days of Hoboken neighborhood parties with food vendors and soccer matches on big screens. See the schedule.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Croatian Wine Tastings, Game Day Discounts: Old Town Shops Announce World Cup Promotions
Old Town's small businesses are raising the Croatian flag and celebrating the visiting team with events and discounts.
Michelle Witte, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|News|
World Cup Overhyped, NJ Hotel Owner Says, As Hotels Report Fewer Than Expected Bookings
A Secaucus hotel owner says business is not anywhere close to FIFA hype. But, nearly all the hotels in town are booked for Saturday night:
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Ridgewood-Glen Rock, NJ|News|
770 World Cup Tickets Will Be Free For NJ Residents, Sherrill Says: Here's Who'll Get One
Gov. Sherrill came to Bergen County to announce 770 free World Cup tickets for New Jersey residents. See who's eligible.
Caren Lissner, Patch Staff
Swampscott, MA|News|
Swampscott To Host 5 Free World Cup Watch Parties On Town Hall Lawn
Food vendors will be available, and attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Montclair, NJ|News|
‘Summer Of Soccer’ At Lackawanna Station In Montclair Taps Into World Cup Fever
The monthlong public event series will take place from June 11 to July 19.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
World Cup In LA: What To Know About Matches, Tickets, Transit And More
The World Cup starts this week. Here's everything fans need to know about what's happening in Southern California.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Boston, MA|News|
MA Extends Alcohol Hour Sales During World Cup: How Late Will Drinking Go?
Gov. Maura Healey said more than 90 communities will host public watch parties across the Bay State.
Scott Souza, Patch Staff
Manhattan Beach, CA|News|
World Cup Retail Pop-Up Store Now Open In Manhattan Beach
The store will sell official merchandise through the end of July.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
Los Angeles, CA|News|
6 World Cup Retail Pop-Up Stores Opening Across LA County
The stores will sell official merchandise through the end of July.
Chris Lindahl, Patch Staff
San Francisco, CA|News|
World Cup Watch Parties Are Back. Here's Where To Find Them
Watch parties will pop up across the Bay Area this summer as 48 teams battle it out for the ultimate bragging rights.
Fernando Haro, Patch Staff
Somerville, MA|News|
Somerville Launching Community Soccer Tournament And Extending Business Hours For World Cup
SomerCup 2026is a community soccer tournament co-hosted by Somerville Recreation and the Somerville Office of Immigrant Affairs.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Greater Hartford, CT|News|
Popular Hartford Food Hall Decked Out For World Cup
The much-anticipated World Cup soccer tourney starts Thursday, with one culinary destination promising to be the place to be to watch games.
Michael Lemanski, Patch Staff
Arlington, MA|News|
Arlington Native Gearing Up To Compete For World Cup On Home Soil
The native has been a professional player for seven years.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
Basking Ridge, NJ|News|
Battle of Basking Ridge To Bring Soccer Village, Street Fair & Watch Party
The event will include live entertainment, food & refreshments, inflatable soccer fun, gaming truck, professional soccer tricksters & more.
Alexis Tarrazi, Patch Staff
Warren, NJ|News|
Warren Hosting Free USA World Cup Watch Party June 19, On Big Screen
The USA vs. Australia match kicks off at 3 p.m. at Municipal Park, with festivities, a shuttle service and community fun.
Sarah Salvadore, Patch Staff
Millburn-Short Hills, NJ|News|
World Cup Excitement Coming To Millburn With Local Events, Activities
The global excitement of the World Cup is coming to the streets of Millburn.
Eric Kiefer, Patch Staff
Across Maryland, MD|News|
Where To Find FIFA World Cup Watch Parties In MD
If you didn't score tickets to the men's FIFA World Cup, fear not. Multiple themed watch parties are being held across Maryland.
Gaby Arancibia, Patch Staff
Melrose, MA|News|
Governor Names State Holiday In Honor Of Soccer Star Who Grew Up In Melrose
Frantzdy Pierrot is getting ready to represent Haiti in the World Cup in less than three weeks.
Benjamin Pierce, Patch Staff
