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NYC Unveils Neighborhood Passport for World Cup Visitors

The program directs fans to immigrant-rooted neighborhoods with free booklets, artist stamps, a citywide events map.

Overview

  • New York City, working with NYC Tourism + Conventions and Team Wonder, announced the Neighborhood Passport launching June 11 to guide residents and visitors to cultural sites across all five boroughs.
  • Free passport booklets will be available at every public library, and participants can collect stamps at hundreds of organizations and public events.
  • NYC-based artists created stamps tied to World Cup nations, and activities will include dance performances, film screenings, art exhibits, book talks, and block parties in diverse neighborhoods.
  • NYC Tourism will roll out a citywide calendar and interactive map on nyctourism.com to help people find free and low-cost World Cup programming.
  • Officials say the effort complements fan zones, watch parties, youth Soccer Streets, and new mini-pitches, offering an accessible option as match tickets average about $2,000.