Event Details
The collaborative event, themed "Kicking It in Newark Together," will take place from 2:00 p.m. to midnight, featuring live broadcasts of all six FIFA World Cup matches of the day, cultural performances, headline entertainment, international cuisine, and interactive fan experiences and soccer activations.
The partnership represents a collaboration among Newark Fan Village, Flag Cities 2026 (organized by Axiom Communications and Meadowlands Chamber of Commerce), the City of Newark and Councilman Michael Silva, New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) , Choose New Jersey, Newark Alliance Ironbound Business Improvement District, and Newark City Parks Foundation, all working together to create a world-class fan experience that celebrates Newark's passion for soccer and its rich cultural diversity.
The event will feature:
- Headline entertainment featuring DJ Funkmaster Flex and DJ Big Ben
- Cultural performances celebrating the nations competing that evening
- Giant LED screens broadcasting the World Cup matches of the day
- International food trucks representing flavors from around the globe
- Craft vendors and merchandise vendors
- A premium bar featuring Diageo brands including Casamigos Tequila and Buchanan's Scotch Whisky
World Cup Matches Featured June 24
Fans can watch all six matches live throughout the day:
3:00 p.m.
- Switzerland vs. Canada
- Bosnia and Herzegovina vs. Qatar
6:00 p.m.
- Morocco vs. Haiti
- Scotland vs. Brazil
9:00 p.m.
- South Africa vs. South Korea
- Czechia vs. Mexico
Admission is free and open to the public.