All New York boroughs to host free World Cup fan events, Mamdani says
New York City will host free World Cup viewing parties across all five boroughs to allow fans to enjoy the tournament without the burden of high ticket prices. Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced these events, emphasizing that every fan should have access to the excitement of the World Cup. The festivities will take place at various iconic locations, including Rockefeller Center and Brooklyn Bridge Park.
- ▪New York City will hold five free World Cup viewing parties in each borough.
- ▪Mayor Zohran Mamdani stated that every fan should be able to watch the tournament without financial strain.
- ▪The events will include watch parties and festivities at notable locations throughout the city.
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Sport|World Cup 2026All New York boroughs to host free World Cup fan events, Mamdani saysAmid exorbitant fares and match tickets, fan events in New York will be free during the World Cup.ListenListen (2 mins)SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on GoogleinfoNew York Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced that NYC will be hosting five free World Cup viewing parties in various parts of the city [Michael M Santiago/Getty Images via AFP]By The Associated PressPublished On 28 Apr 202628 Apr 2026New York City will hold a series of free events for football fans who hope to experience the excitement of the World Cup but cannot afford the hefty ticket prices to the matches, Mayor Zohran Mamdani said in an announcement.Mamdani, a noted…
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