The FIFA World Cup 2026™ will be the 23rd FIFA World Cup™, the international men's soccer championship scheduled for June 8 through July 3, 2026. The tournament will be jointly hosted by 16 cities in three North American countries: Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
Matches will be played at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford. This region of New Jersey is a mecca for national and international culture and commerce and is home to countless museums, art galleries, outdoor adventures, fabulous dining, nightlife, historical sites, shopping centers, amusement parks, and other exciting destinations.
Just a heartbeat away is American Dream, an epic mega-retailer/entertainment/recreation center that houses the nation’s largest indoor theme park, the Northeast’s largest waterpark, year-round indoor skiing, premier shopping and endless opportunities for family fun. Also nearby: Liberty State Park with magnificent views of Manhattan, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, the Liberty Science Center, Newark Museum of Art, New Jersey’s largest museum, world-class performances at The New Jersey Performing Arts Center and the iconic, trendy town of Hoboken, birthplace of Frank Sinatra.
Discover more details on where to stay, where to dine and what to do while in New Jersey’s fabulous Gateway region right here. Also, if you will be attending the matches, whether in NY/NJ or Philadelphia, consider extending your stay and exploring even more of New Jersey – from the beaches and historic Victorian homes of Cape May to the dazzling casinos and award-winning restaurants of Atlantic City.
Plan your getaway and find more information on all of New Jersey’s fascinating destinations at visitnj.org. Get your free travel guide and eNewsletter too.
And as always, before you go, please check with your chosen destinations for the latest updates and details.
