Overview
- Gov. Mikie Sherrill, speaking in Camden County on Wednesday, announced a statewide program directing $5 million to 34 fan zones, festivals and watch parties tied to the 2026 World Cup.
- Camden will serve as an early hub with SoccerFest26 set for June 25–27 at Wiggins Waterfront Park, plus a finals watch event on July 19 at Cooper River Park.
- Visit South Jersey received $788,000 to stage Camden waterfront events and support smaller gatherings in nearby Burlington and Gloucester counties, according to a county spokesperson.
- New Jersey confirmed multiple team base camps around the state, including Haiti at Stockton University, Morocco at The Pingry School, Senegal at Rutgers and Brazil in Morris Township.
- NJ Transit will charge $150 for round-trip match-day tickets to MetLife Stadium, a higher-cost approach than some neighboring hosts, as the venue prepares to stage eight games including the July final.