New York New Jersey Host Committee

Welcome World Rewards Program
May 26, 2026

World Cup rewards program to support small biz launches June 1

The Welcome World Rewards Program aims to plant the seeds for long-term impact from the tournament, while connecting fans and residents to small operators with the chance to win prizes and more.

World Cup
May 15, 2026

World Cup countdown enters final stretch in NJ

New Jersey accelerates 2026 FIFA World Cup plans with lower transit fares, fan festivals, tech tools and MetLife Stadium events.

Team Morocco base camp
May 5, 2026

Morocco selects NJ base for FIFA World Cup 2026 (photos)

Team Morocco will prep for FIFA World Cup 2026 at The Pingry School in Basking Ridge, joining Brazil, Senegal and Haiti in the region.

Meadowlands Chamber's "Eggs & Issues: Transportation and Mobility"
May 5, 2026

Officials detail NJ World Cup plan centered on public transit

Speaking at an event in the Meadowlands, leaders emphasized rail service and shuttle buses as primary fan transportation options to MetLife Stadium, while also addressing business concerns regarding deliveries and worker commutes.

World Cup & Business
Apr 24, 2026

NJ small businesses prep for World Cup 2026 with rewards program

Operators prep for World Cup 2026, joining the Welcome World Rewards Program to attract visitors and boost sales across the region.

NYNJ World Cup 26 Jersey Fan Hub
Apr 8, 2026

Sports Illustrated Stadium to host World Cup fan hub

Red Bull New York home Sports Illustrated Stadium will host the experience, featuring match viewings, concerts and immersive events from the NYNJ Host Committee.

FIFA World Cup 2026 New York New Jersey Host Committee CEO Alex Lasry
Mar 31, 2026

New Jersey World Cup rewards program boosts small business (updated)

A new rewards program aims to increase engagement between fans and local businesses, offering prizes and driving economic activity leading into the FIFA event this summer.

MetLife Stadium (not pictured) will host eight matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including the July 19 Final.
Mar 16, 2026

NJEDA approves $20M for 2026 World Cup events in NJ

The New Jersey Economic Development Authority is offering the funds to help support fan engagement, local festivals and economic development across New Jersey.

FIFA World Cup 26 New York New Jersey Host Committee held a youth soccer game July 10 for hundreds of area players at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford.
Feb 19, 2026

Sherrill launches $5M NJ World Cup community initiative (updated)

Instead of one big Jersey City party, a $5 million initiative will bring fan zones, watch parties and local events to communities across New Jersey.

Scoring Big: NJ’s Playbook for World Cup 2026
Feb 3, 2026

New Jersey businesses prep for World Cup 2026 economic surge

New Jersey leaders anticipate $3 billion in impact and 1 million visitors to the region for the tournament.

Hackensack Meridian Health Hackensack University Medical Center
Dec 8, 2025

HMH named official NY NJ World Cup 2026 host‑city supporter

Hackensack Meridian Health will offer medical support, community programs and more as excitement mounts for the FIFA World Cup 2026.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 New York New Jersey Host Committee rang the New York Stock Exchange Opening Bell on July 21, 2025.
Jul 22, 2025

2026 World Cup to bring $3.3B economic boost to region

The NYNJ Host Committee unveiled the findings of a new impact summary during a July 21 NYSE Opening Bell ceremony.