The NYC Neighborhood Passport
Explore Culture, Collect Stamps
Passport Pick-Up Spots
Get your NYC Neighborhood Passport at any branch of New York City’s public libraries:
Brooklyn Public Library
New York Public Library (this covers locations in the Bronx, Manhattan and Staten Island)
Queens Public Library
The 12 passport stamps, by artists who represent communities and neighborhoods across the boroughs
Participating Cultural and Community Venues
Stamps are available at the following participating organizations during regular operating hours.
Wave Hill. Photo: Joshua Bright
The Bronx
Bronx Children's Museum 725 Exterior St., 2/F, Concourse, Bronx
The Bronx Museum 1040 Grand Concourse, Concourse, Bronx: The North Wing is open during regular business hours (Wed–Sun 11am–6pm) with free admission for everyone, while the South Wing is temporarily closed for renovation.
Bronx Music Hall 438 E. 163rd St., Melrose, Bronx: Visiting the BMH is free. Some events are ticketed; others are not. Ticketed events may offer free admission or a sliding scale fee (contingent on need and availability).
Bronx River Art Center 1087 E. Tremont Ave., West Farms, Bronx: During BRAC Gallery hours Tue–Fri 3–6pm and Sat–Sun noon–5pm.
Bronx Zoo 2300 Southern Blvd., West Farms, Bronx: The stamp station will be located next to the sea lion pool and will begin at 11am on weekends only. Guests will need to have zoo tickets to gain access to the stamp station.
New York Public Library - Baychester 2049 Asch Loop N., Baychester, Bronx: Watch World Cup matches for free at NYPL June 14 (1–3pm).
New York Public Library - Bronx Library Center 310 E. Kingsbridge Rd., Fordham, Bronx: Watch World Cup matches for free at NYPL June 15 (noon–2pm).
New York Public Library - City Island 320 City Island Ave., City Island, Bronx: Watch World Cup matches for free at NYPL June 18 (3–5pm).
New York Public Library - Eastchester 1385 East Gun Hill Rd., Eastchester, Bronx: Watch World Cup matches for free at NYPL June 12 (3–5pm).
New York Public Library - Grand Concourse 155 E. 173rd St., Tremont, Bronx: Watch World Cup matches for free at NYPL June 15 (noon–2pm).
New York Public Library - High Bridge 78 W. 168th St., High Bridge, Bronx: Watch World Cup matches for free at NYPL June 11 (3–5pm).
New York Public Library - Hunts Point 877 Southern Blvd., Hunts Point, Bronx: Watch World Cup matches for free at NYPL June 17 (1–3pm).
New York Public Library - Kingsbridge 291 W. 231st St., Kingsbridge, Bronx: Watch World Cup matches for free at NYPL June 14 (1–3pm).
New York Public Library - Melrose 910 Morris Ave., Melrose, Bronx: Watch World Cup matches for free at NYPL June 17 (1–3pm).
New York Public Library - Mott Haven 321 E. 140th St., Mott Haven, Bronx: Watch World Cup matches for free at NYPL July 14 (3–5pm).
New York Public Library - Parkchester 1985 Westchester Ave., Parkchester, Bronx: Watch World Cup matches for free at NYPL June 14 (1–3pm) .
Our Bronx 103 E. 196th St., Fordham, Bronx
South Bronx United 812 River Ave., Concourse, Bronx: Clubhouse Café is a social enterprise coffee shop by South Bronx United that is operated by Bronx youth.
Wave Hill Perkins Visitor Center, 675 W. 249th St., Riverdale, Bronx
Brooklyn Museum. Photo: Victor Llorente
Brooklyn
Asia Art Archive in America 23 Cranberry St., Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn: Open to the public Tue–Fri 10am–5pm, with the exception of evenings when programs (talks, screenings, workshops) are held. Those events are ticketed with a suggested donation of $5.
Brooklyn Academy of Music 30 Lafayette Ave., Fort Greene, Brooklyn: Movie tickets or performances are ticketed.
Brooklyn Botanic Garden 990 Washington Ave., Prospect Heights, Brooklyn: Stamping available only at 990 Washington Avenue entrance.
Brooklyn Children's Museum 145 Brooklyn Ave., Crown Heights, Brooklyn: The museum offers free hours every Thursday 2–5pm as part of of its Community Access program. In addition, free and discounted admission is available to a number of community and corporate partners.
Brooklyn Museum 200 Eastern Parkway, Prospect Heights, Brooklyn: Stamps will be available in the Brooklyn Museum shop in the lobby.
Brooklyn Public Library – Bedford 496 Franklin Ave., Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Public Library - Brighton Beach 16 Brighton First Rd., Brighton Beach, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Public Library - Brooklyn Heights 286 Cadman Plaza W., Brooklyn Heights, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Public Library - Brower Park 155 Brooklyn Ave., Crown Heights, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Public Library - Central Library 10 Grand Army Plaza, Prospect Heights, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Public Library - Clarendon 2035 Nostrand Ave., Flatbush, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Public Library - Cortelyou 1305 Cortelyou Rd., Flatbush, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Public Library - Cypress Hills 1197 Sutter Ave., Cypress Hills, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Public Library - DeKalb 790 Bushwick Ave., Bushwick, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Public Library - Flatlands 2065 Flatbush Ave., Flatlands, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Public Library - Fort Hamilton 9424 4th Ave., Bay Ridge, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Public Library - Gerritsen Beach 2808 Gerritsen Ave., Gerritsen Beach, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Public Library - Jamaica Bay 9727 Seaview Ave., Canarsie, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Public Library - Kings Bay 3650 Nostrand Ave., Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Public Library - Leonard 81 Devoe St., Williamsburg, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Public Library - Macon 361 Lewis Ave., Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Public Library - New Utrecht 1743 86th St., Bensonhurst, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Public Library - Pacific 25 4th Ave., Boerum Hill, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Public Library - Paerdegat 850 E. 59th St., Canarsie, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Public Library - Rugby 1000 Utica Ave., East Flatbush, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Public Library - Ryder 5902 23rd Ave., Borough Park, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Public Library - Spring Creek 12143 Flatlands Ave., Spring Creek, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Public Library - Sunset Park 5108 4th Ave., Sunset Park, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Public Library - Washington Irving 360 Irving Ave., Bushwick, Brooklyn
Brooklyn Public Library - Windsor Terrace 160 E. 5th St., Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn
The Green-Wood Cemetery 750 5th Ave., Greenwood Heights, Brooklyn: Entry to the cemetery's grounds and to its visitor center, The Green-House at Green-Wood are free and open to all.
Kensington Cultural Council Avenue C Plaza, 556 McDonald Ave., Kensington, Brooklyn: Get stamps at weekly activities and practices in June. Mondays Jun 15–29 (6–7:30pm): Tecuanes Youth Dance and plushy making with Casa Cultural (Casa Cultural youth group practices Tecuanes, a traditional Mexican folk dance); Tuesdays Jun 16–30 (7–8pm): Zumba in the outdoors with Miriam and Casa Cultural; Wednesdays Jun 17–24 (6–7:30pm): Mexican-style embroidery and Ballet Folkórico Mariposas Dance; Thursdays Jun 18–25 (4–7pm): Nakshi Kantha Embroidery and upcycle activity with Bangladeshi Ladies Club (traditional Bangladeshi embroidery); Fridays Jun 12–26 (4–7pm): Vocal, Bangla, and dance classes with BIPA (traditional Bangla language and performance classes with Bangladesh Institute of Performing Arts).
Mark Morris Dance Group 3 Lafayette Ave., Fort Greene, Brooklyn: At front desk.
Museum of Contemporary African Diasporan Art (MoCADA) 10 Lafayette Ave., 2/F, Fort Greene, Brooklyn: At reception desk.
New York Transit Museum 99 Schermerhorn St., Downtown Brooklyn
Prospect Park Alliance LeFrak Center at Lakeside, Prospect Park, Park Slope, Brooklyn
Prospect Park: Duck Island Cafe Prospect Park, Park Slope, Brooklyn: Visit Duck Island Cafe during business hours at the LeFrak Center at Lakeside in Prospect Park.
Rose Main Reading Room at New York Public Library. Photo: Will Steacy
Manhattan
American Folk Art Museum 2 Lincoln Square (Columbus Ave., at W. 66th St.), Upper West Side, Manhattan: Free admission.
American Museum of Natural History 200 Central Park W., Upper West Side, Manhattan: The museum is kicking off a series about the science, culture and shared experience of sports. World Cup, World Cultures features FIFA World Cup 2026™ watch parties, including a celebration on Saturday, June 13. There is also the exhibit For the Win: Objects of Sports Excellence and a block party inspired by neighborhood sports on July 11. All programming is included with general admission, which is pay as you wish for New York State residents.
Caribbean Cultural Center African Diaspora Institute (CCCADI) 120 E. 125th St., Harlem, Manhattan
CaribBEING Inc. CaribBEING House, Colonels Row, Hay Rd., Governors Island: Stamps are available only on weekends at CaribBEING House on Governors Island.
Carnegie Hall 57th St. and Seventh Ave., Midtown West, Manhattan: Stamps available at the Box Office Lobby Information Desk: Mon–Fri 11am–4pm, and select Saturdays 11am–1pm.
Children's Museum of Manhattan 212 W. 83rd St., Upper West Side, Manhattan
The Clemente Soto Vélez Cultural and Educational Center 107 Suffolk St., Lower East Side, Manhattan: View the Brick and Stone: Landmarking our Lower East Side Heritage exhibition outside the Clemente (through June 30), the Art-Work: Balance exhibition on the 4th floor (through July 12), and attend a performance presented by NYTheaterFest at Teatro LATEA (tickets available here).
Fraunces Tavern Museum 54 Pearl St., Financial District, Manhattan: Get stamps at the admissions desk.
HERE Arts Center 145 Sixth Ave., Soho, Manhattan: Visitors who receive a stamp will also receive a discount code for an upcoming performance.
Hispanic Society Museum and Library 613 W. 155th St., Washington Heights, Manhattan: The museum entrance is on Audubon Terrace on the Upper Terrace in between two stone lions.
The Jazz Gallery 1158 Broadway, 5/F (entrance on E. 27th St.), Nomad, Manhattan
Leslie Lohman Museum of Art 26 Wooster St., Soho, Manhattan: The suggested donation to visit the museum is $10. The Leslie-Lohman Museum of Art is wheelchair-accessible, and a single-occupancy accessible restroom is located behind the visitor services desk: all restrooms are gender-neutral.
Lower East Side Ecology Center Union Square, Manhattan: This activity will take place at the center’s Union Square Greenmarket table, located on the northeast side of the plaza. Find it Mon, Wed, Fri and Sat 8am–4pm. Stop by anytime during market hours to participate.
The Morgan Library and Museum 225 Madison Ave., Murray Hill, Manhattan
Museum of Arts and Design 2 Columbus Circle, Midtown West, Manhattan: At front desk.
Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) 215 Centre St., Chinatown, Manhattan: Admission not required for stamping. $15 for general admission. $10 for seniors, students and those with disabilities.
Museum of Jewish Heritage – A Living Memorial to the Holocaust 36 Battery Pl., Financial District, Manhattan: In the lobby. Visit Tell Our Boy That I Played Soccer Again, an exhibition about Paul Mahrer, a Czech soccer player and Olympian in the 1920s and 1930s who was arrested by the Gestapo and sent to Theresienstadt.
Museum of the City of New York 1220 Fifth Ave., Upper East Side, Manhattan: Get stamps on the first-floor lobby.
New Victory Theater 209 W. 42nd St., Midtown West, Manhattan: Box office window hours: Tue–Sat noon–7pm, Sun 11am–5pm. Closed Mondays unless there is a performance. On performance days, the will call window is open an hour before curtain and remains open through the start of the show. Jim Henson's Fraggle Rock: Back to the Rock LIVE runs through June 21. Tickets start at $30. New Victory Dance is on July 15 at 7pm. Tickets are $15.
The New York Historical 170 Central Park W., Upper West Side, Manhattan: Admission: adults $24; seniors 65+/educators/active military $19; students (with ID) $13; kids (5–13) $6; children under 5 free. Admission on Fridays 5–8pm is pay-as-you-wish.
New York Public Library - Harlem 9 W. 124th St., Harlem, Manhattan: Watch World Cup matches for free at NYPL June 11 (3–5pm).
New York Public Library – Inwood 4790 Broadway, Inwood, Manhattan: Watch World Cup matches for free at NYPL June 12 (3–5pm).
New York Public Library - Jefferson Market 425 Sixth Ave., Greenwich Village, Manhattan: Watch World Cup matches for free at NYPL July 19 (3–5pm).
New York Public Library - Macomb's Bridge 2633 Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Blvd., Harlem, Manhattan: Watch World Cup matches for free at NYPL June 11 (3–5pm).
New York Public Library - New Amsterdam 9 Murray St., Tribeca, Manhattan: Watch World Cup matches for free at NYPL June 16 (3–5pm).
New York Public Library - Riverside 127 Amsterdam Ave., Upper West Side, Manhattan: Watch World Cup matches for free at NYPL June 13 (3–5pm).
New York Public Library - Roosevelt Island 504 Main St., Roosevelt Island, Manhattan: Watch World Cup matches for free at NYPL June 15 (noon–2pm) .
New York Public Library - Seward Park 192 East Broadway, Lower East Side, Manhattan: Watch World Cup matches for free at NYPL June 16 (3–5pm).
New York Public Library - Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library 455 Fifth Ave., Midtown East, Manhattan: Watch World Cup matches for free at NYPL June 11 (3–5pm).
New York Public Library - Washington Heights 1000 St. Nicholas Ave., Washington Heights, Manhattan: Watch World Cup matches for free at NYPL June 11 (3–5pm).
New York Public Library - Yorkville 222 E. 79th St., Yorkville, Manhattan: Watch World Cup matches for free at NYPL June 11 (3–5pm).
New York Transit Museum Grand Central Terminal Gallery & Store, 89 E. 42nd St., Midtown East, Manhattan.
P&T Knitwear 180 Orchard St., Lower East Side, Manhattan: P&T Knitwear is an independent bookstore, podcast studio and community space open noon–8pm daily. Come for special World Cup events, as featured on the website (watch parties are free, programming starts at $10), or simply to drop by, grab a drink and snag a book.
The Paley Museum 25 W. 52nd St., Midtown West, Manhattan: Please visit the guest services desk in the lobby of the Paley Museum to stamp your passport. Tickets are free for Paley Members. Exhibit access is included in general admission (children under 12 are free).
The People's Forum 320 W. 37th St., Midtown West, Manhattan
Society of Illustrators 128 E. 63rd St., Upper East Side, Manhattan: Business hours and admission prices can be found here.
Studio Museum in Harlem 144 W. 125th St., Harlem, Manhattan: In the lobby (open Wed–Sun).
Symphony Space 2537 Broadway, Upper West Side, Manhattan: In June, stamps will be available on weekdays 2–6pm and on weekends noon–6pm. The venue is closed on June 14, 15, 19 and 27. In July, stamps will be available on weekdays only July 1–18, 11am–6pm. The venue is closed July 3–5 and on weekends in July.
We Eat Here 461 W. 126th St. Harlem, Manhattan
MoMA PS1. Photo: Daniel Harel
Queens
Culture Lab LIC 5-25 46th Ave., Long Island City, Queens: Admission is free. Enter through parking lot.
Franklin Furnace 3030 47th Ave., Suite 470, Long Island City, Queens
Glow Cultural Center 133-29 41st Ave., 1/F, Flushing, Queens: Public hours are Mon–Fri 11am–4pm.
King Manor Museum 150-03 Jamaica Ave., Jamaica, Queens: Must take a free tour (30 minutes) to receive stamp.
La Victoria Foundation 37-53 90th St. (Suite 13B), Jackson Heights, Queens: Contact first to ask about stamping times and workshops. 10am–5pm.
Lewis Latimer House 34-41 137th St., Flushing, Queens: At Lewis Latimer House outdoor garden.
Make the Road New York 104-19 Roosevelt Ave., Corona, Queens: Upon arrival, check in with reception.
MoMA PS1 22-25 Jackson Ave., Long Island City, Queens
Museum of the Moving Image 36-01 35th Ave., Astoria, Queens: Please stop by the Guest Services desk upon arrival to receive your Open Worlds stamp. Museum admission is required for access to exhibitions and most programs. Open Worlds also features select free programs, workshops, screenings, performances and community activities throughout the year. Visitors are encouraged to check the schedule in advance for free events and RSVP information: Open Worlds 2026 Schedule.
New York Hall of Science 47-01 111th St., Corona, Queens: Stamps are available Tue–Fri 1–5pm and Sat–Sun during regular operating hours. Get 20 percent off admissions using code PASSPORT via the website or in-person for general admission tickets.
Queens Botanical Garden 43-50 Main St., Flushing, Queens
Queens County Farm Museum 73-50 Little Neck Parkway, Glen Oaks, Queens
Queens Museum New York City Building, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Corona, Queens: The visitor services team will have stamps available at both entrance desks of the museum.
Queens Public Library - Bay Terrace 18-36 Bell Blvd., Bay Terrace, Queens
Queens Public Library - Bayside 214-20 Northern Blvd., Bayside, Queens
Queens Public Library - Bellerose 250-06 Hillside Ave., Bellerose, Queens
Queens Public Library - Central Library 89-11 Merrick Blvd., Jamaica, Queens
Queens Public Library - Corona 38-23 104th St., Corona, Queens
Queens Public Library - East Flushing 196-36 Northern Blvd., East Flushing, Queens
Queens Public Library - Elmhurst 86-07 Broadway, Elmhurst, Queens
Queens Public Library - Far Rockaway 1637 Central Ave., Far Rockaway, Queens
Queens Public Library - Forest Hills 108-19 71st Ave., Forest Hills, Queens
Queens Public Library - Flushing 41-17 Main St., Flushing, Queens
Queens Public Library - Glen Oaks 256-04 Union Turnpike, Glen Oaks, Queens
Queens Public Library - Howard Beach 92-06 156th Ave., Howard Beach, Queens
Queens Public Library - Hunters Point 47-40 Center Blvd., Long Island City, Queens
Queens Public Library - Jackson Heights 35-51 81st St., Jackson Heights, Queens
Queens Public Library - Laurelton 134-26 225th St., Laurelton, Queens
Queens Public Library - Langston Hughes 100-01 Northern Blvd., Corona, Queens
Queens Public Library - Long Island City 37-44 21st St., Long Island City, Queens
Queens Public Library - Maspeth 69-70 Grand Ave., Maspeth, Queens
Queens Public Library - McGoldrick 155-06 Roosevelt Ave., Flushing, Queens
Queens Public Library - North Hills 57-04 Marathon Parkway, Little Neck, Queens
Queens Public Library - Ozone Park 92-24 Rockaway Blvd., Ozone Park, Queens
Queens Public Library - South Hollis 204-01 Hollis Ave., South Hollis, Queen.
Queens Public Library - Windsor Park 79-50 Bell Blvd., Hollis Hills, Queens
Queens Public Library - Woodhaven 85-41 Forest Parkway, Woodhaven, Queens
Queens Public Library - Woodside 54-22 Skillman Ave., Woodside, Queens
Queens Theatre 14 United Nations Ave. S., Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Corona, Queens
Historic Richmond Town. Photo: Gabby Jones
Staten Island
Historic Richmond Town 441 Clarke Ave., Richmond, Staten Island: Come get your passport stamped in the Village Store at the admissions desk inside the Third County Courthouse/Visitor Center.
La Colmena NYC 774 Port Richmond Ave., Port Richmond, Staten Island: Stamps are available Mon–Thurs 10am–3pm.
New York Public Library - Charleston 225 Bricktown Way, Charleston, Staten Island: Watch World Cup matches for free at NYPL June 15 (3–5pm) .
New York Public Library - St. George Library Center 5 Central Ave., St. George, Staten Island: Create a pennant for yourself or the library July 14 (2:30–3:30pm).
New York Public Library - Todt Hill-Westerleigh 2550 Victory Blvd., Westerleigh, Staten Island: Watch World Cup matches for free at NYPL June 17 (1–3pm) .
The Noble Maritime Collection Building D, 1000 Richmond Terrace, Randall Manor, Staten Island: The museum is open to the public Wed–Sun noon–5pm and has a pay-what-you-wish admission policy. The museum, including all of its galleries and public spaces, are wheelchair accessible. Please use the entrance on historic Shinbone Alley.
Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden 1000 Richmond Terrace, Randall Manor, Staten Island
Staten Island Children's Museum Building M, 1000 Richmond Terrace, Randall Manor, Staten Island
Staten Island Museum Building A, 1000 Richmond Terrace, Randall Manor, Staten Island
Events by Borough
Stamps are available at all events listed below.
South Bronx United. Photo: Laura Fuchs
The Bronx
New York Botanical Garden
2900 Southern Blvd., Bedford Park, Bronx
World Cup Garden and Kick-Off Day, June 13 (11am-2pm)
The garden will feature soccer-inspired lawn games, temporary team tattoos and more, all included with general admission.
World Cup Street Festival - National Ghana Parade Council
E. 192nd St, next to Poe Park, Fordham, Bronx
June 13 (noon–7pm)
In Fordham, a free street party takes place with live match screenings, street eats and music.
Bronx Arts Ensemble at Henry Hudson Park
2570 Independence Ave., Spuyten Duyvil, Bronx
A World of Adventure! Bronx Arts Ensemble Woodwind Quintet, June 14 (2–3pm)
Enjoy a free concert featuring the music of Valerie Coleman, Aaron Copland, Sergei Prokofiev, Amy Beach and Malcolm Arnold.
Bronx Arts Ensemble at Van Cortlandt Park
242nd St. and Broadway, Riverdale, Bronx
Juneteenth Celebration, June 19 (4–8pm)
This outdoor celebration features live music, a procession and food.
South Bronx United
Macombs Dam Park, E. 157th St. & W. 161st St., Concourse, Bronx
SBU Bronx Block Party - World Cup 2026 Festival, June 19 (1–5pm)
SBU is hosting a watch party for the USA vs. Australia World Cup match, with food and family activities. Free tickets must be reserved in advance.
South Bronx Unite
Maria Sola Greenspace, 128 Lincoln Ave., Mott Haven, Bronx
Spoken Word & Hip-Hop Cypher, June 27 (noon–4pm)
Come for poetry readings, hip-hop dance, graffiti workshops and a community market.
Bronx Music Hall
438 E. 163rd St., Melrose, Bronx
Bochinchando: Uptown Solo, July 15 (7–9pm)
See comics performing excerpts from their solo shows.
The Word on 163rd, July 16 (7–8:30pm)
Enjoy spoken-word performances at this open-mic evening.
Wave Hill
4900 Independence Ave., Riverdale, Bronx
Sunset Wednesdays: Melissa Aldana, July 15 (7–8pm)
Attend a performance by the Grammy-nominated Chilean saxophonist and composer Melissa Aldana. The concert is free with premium admission. Picnics, blankets and chairs are welcome.
Bronx River Art Center
1087 E. Tremont Ave., West Farms, Bronx
Bronx United: Art, Culture & World Cup Fun - Art Workshop, July 17 (5–8pm)
A free hands-on creative workshop inspired by global soccer culture and World Cup fandom. Participants will create DIY fan art and wearable items celebrating teams, countries, identity and community pride.
Bronx United: Art, Culture & World Cup Fun - Watch Party, July 19 (2–6pm)
Join a free community watch party celebrating the World Cup final. BRAC will transform into a community fan zone featuring live match viewing, music, art activities and cultural celebration.
BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn! Photo: Joe Buglewicz
Brooklyn
CaribBEING House at Governors Island
Colonels Row, Hay Rd., Governors Island, Brooklyn
2026 Governors Island Residency Opening, June 6 (noon-5pm)
CaribBEING House brings "¢urren$ea" to Governors Island, an immersive residency exploring identity and empowerment through the arts.
Cypress Hills Fulton Business Improvement District
The Cypress Hills Fulton BID is organizing free World Cup watch parties, with free food and giveaways (while supplies last), at the following locations:
El Bochito, 3082 Fulton St., Cypress Hills, Brooklyn
Mexico vs. South Africa, June 11 (1:30–5pm)
Cypress Hills-Fulton St. Senior Center, 3208 Fulton St., Cypress Hills
USA vs. Australia, June 19 (2–5pm)
El Pulgarcito de America, 3133 Fulton St., Cypress Hills, Brooklyn
Portugal vs. Uzbekistan, June 23 (1–3pm)
Antojitos Ecuatorianos, 3398 Fulton St., Cypress Hills, Brooklyn
Ecuador vs. Germany, June 25 (3–6pm)
El Lempira (El Meson Centroamericano), 3160 Fulton St., Cypress Hills, Brooklyn
Round of 32, July 2 (2–5pm)
Dance Atlantic, 2796 Fulton St., Cypress Hills, Brooklyn
Semifinal, July 15 (2–5pm)
BRIC Celebrate Brooklyn!
Lena Horne Bandshell, 141 Prospect Park West, Park Slope, Brooklyn
Organized by BRIC Arts Media, this summer festival concert series is mostly free, with this year's theme entitled "Radical Joy." Stamps available at the concerts listed below.
Family Day: Antibalas + KidsRead with Katie Yamasaki + DJ Marc Bars, June 13 (3pm)
Juneteenth: Infinity Song + Annie and the Caldwells + Victory Boyd + DJ Duane, June 19 (3pm)
Wayne Wonder + Lila Iké + DJ Gravy, June 20 (6pm)
Patti LaBelle + Lady Wray + MORERNBPLEASE (benefit, tickets required), June 26 (7pm)
Habibi Festival, July 10 (6pm)
Community Joy Day with Saint James Joy, Pahua and Puppetmobile, July 11 (3pm)
Royel Otis + Ax and the Hatchetmen (benefit, tickets required), July 18 (7:30pm)
651 ARTS
The Plaza at 300 Ashland, Fort Greene, Brooklyn
We Outside! A Brooklyn Juneteenth, June 20 (2-8pm)
This outdoor festival offers live performances, an arts market, marching bands, poetry readings and dance.
Juneteenth NYC at Linden Park
871 Vermont St., East New York, Brooklyn
Juneteenth NYC 2026: Rooted in Strength, June 20 (10am–6pm)
Enjoy a cultural parade, live performances, food vendors, fashion showcases, youth soccer clinics, wellness activations, arts experiences and community programming at this family-friendly festival.
Sesame Flyers at Brooklyn Children's Museum
145 Brooklyn Ave., Crown Heights, Brooklyn
Sesame Flyers Int'l - Rhythm of Renaissance Costume Band Launch, June 20 (6pm to midnight)
Guests will enjoy an evening of culture, fashion, music, and celebration as the costume collection for the 2026 New York Caribbean Carnival Parade is revealed.
Haiti Cultural Exchange
35 Lafayette Ave., Fort Greene, Brooklyn
Lakay Foutbòl, June 24 (7–10pm)
The Haiti Cultural Exchange is hosting a World Cup watch party for Haiti vs. Scotland. Suggested donation; RSVP required.
Flatbush Central
2123 Caton Ave., Flatbush, Brooklyn
Panama vs. England, June 27 (5–7pm)
This Caribbean market and cultural center will be hosting a World Cup watch party.
Kensington Cultural Council
Avenue C Plaza, 556 McDonald Ave., Kensington, Brooklyn
Bangladesh Institute of Performing Arts (BIPA) Folk Performance, June 27 (5:30–7:30pm)
Listen to Bangladeshi music and see a presentation of a Kantha stitching project by the Bangladeshi Ladies Club, a Brooklyn-based social organization.
Foundation for New American Art at the Waterfront Museum
290 Conover St., Red Hook, Brooklyn
World Cup of Drawing a Soccer Ball, June 28 (11am)
Watch the finalists compete for the title of World Cup of Drawing a Soccer Ball Champion at a Red Hook museum.
New York Transit Museum
99 Schermerhorn St., Downtown Brooklyn
50th Anniversary Weekend Shuttle Rides, July 4 (10am–4pm)
The Transit Museum celebrates its 50th anniversary with a chance to ride vintage subway cars on the HH Shuttle, the short service that ran between Court Street and Hoyt–Schermerhorn in the 1930s.
The Green-Wood Cemetery
500 25th St., Sunset Park, Brooklyn
A Night at Niblo’s Garden, July 16
Taking place outdoors at Crescent Water, this free event features the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus (fire-eaters, musicians, contortionists, dancers and more) bringing to life the legacy of Green-Wood’s famous residents Martha and William Niblo.
Ridgewood Jazz Fest at Filthy Diamond
679 Knickerbocker Ave., Bushwick, Brooklyn
World Cup Battle of the Bands, July 19
See a musical competition on the same night as the World Cup finals.
Repertorio Español. Photo: Lucía Vázquez
Manhattan
Fourth Arts Block
E. 4th St., between Bowery and Second Ave, East Village, Manhattan
East 4th Street Open Street, June 11 & 25 and July 9 (all 5–7:30pm)
These free outdoor festivals will feature live music, café tables and arts activities. Hear Cantonese Opera by the Mencius Society for the Arts on June 11, while the festival on June 25 will celebrate Pride Month with performances from Wow Cafe Theatre and the Jamile Jazz Trio.
P&T Knitwear
180 Orchard St., Lower East Side, New York
Panel: Trans Athletes Speak Up, June 11 (6:30–8:30pm)
Four experts in transgender athletics lead a timely discussion on trans people in sports. Q&A and book signing will follow. Tickets are $10.
Watch parties:
France vs. Senegal, June 16 (3–5pm)
England vs. Croatia, June 17 (4–6pm)
USA vs. Australia, June 19 (3–5pm)
Argentina vs. Austria, June 22 (1–3pm)
How to Watch the World Cup, June 28 (1–5pm)
Join experts for a thoughtful panel discussion at a brunch event, and then enjoy a screening of the first knockout game.
Lower East Side Stories - Pitch, July 17 (6:30–8:30pm)
Hosted by Matt Storrs, this bings together creatives and surprise guests for a storytelling salon on the theme of "pitch" during the World Cup. Tickets are $10.
Lower East Side World Cup Block Party, July 18 (noon–8pm)
Expect a classic NYC street party with music, food and activities.
Finals Fun, July 19 (3–6pm)
The World Cup Final will be screened in P&T Knitwear's events amphitheater, with specials focused on the final teams.
Society of Illustrators
128 E. 63rd St., Upper East Side, Manhattan
Zoe and Obie, Patron and Illustrator Pioneers, June 11 (6:30–8:30pm)
Independent scholar Eve M. Kahn will discuss the work of Gilded-Age journalist Zoe Anderson Norris and artist William Oberhardt.
Picture Book Spotlight with David Elmo Cooper, June 13 (10:30am–noon)
Award winning illustrator David Elmo Cooper will run an interactive workshop and a reading of his latest book.
Museum Mixer, June 18 (5–9pm)
After-hours open night when you can explore all three exhibitions free of charge and enjoy drink specials at the 128 Bar.
Society Summer Sessions, June 27 (3–6pm)
Enjoy free admission, live music and drink specials at the 128 Bar during this event.
The Paley Museum
25 W. 52nd St., Midtown West, Manhattan
Celebrate the FIFA World Cup™ 2026 at The Paley Museum with an immersive exhibit, the PaleyGX gaming studio, iconic tournament moments and live match watch parties on the big screen. During the following games, stamps will be given:
Mexico vs. South Africa, June 11 (3–5pm)
Côte d'Ivoire vs. Ecuador, June 14 (7–9pm)
Portugal vs. Congo DR, June 17 (1–3pm)
Brazil vs. Haiti, June 19 (8:30–10:30pm)
Argentina vs. Austria, June 22 (1–3pm)
Scotland vs. Brazil, June 24 (6–8pm)
Norway vs. France, June 26 (3–5pm)
Algeria vs. Austria, June 27 (10pm–midnight)
Group G Winner vs. Third Place A/E/H/I/J, July 1 (4–6pm)
Round of 32 #4 Winner vs. Round of 32 #6 Winner, July 5 (4–6pm)
Quarterfinal #1 Winner vs. Quarterfinal #2 Winner, July 14 (1–3pm)
Juneteenth NYC at Bowling Green
1 Bowling Green, Financial District, Manhattan
Juneteenth NYC Flag Raising Ceremony, June 12 (11am–1pm)
A free public ceremony includes the raising of the Juneteenth flag, remarks from community leaders and special guests. It is family-friendly and open to all ages.
IATI Theater
64 E. 4th St., East Village, Manhattan
Cimientos 2026, June 14
Experience a program of staged readings featuring emerging and established Latinx playwrights. Admission is $10 per reading.
Repertorio Español
138 E. 27th St., Kips Bay, Manhattan
Vida, June 18 (7–8:30pm)
Experience a musical monologue with live music and vocals in Spanish with English supertitles.
Próximo, June 25 (7–8:30pm)
See a play by Claudio Tolcachir, which tells the story of a young Argentine living in Australia, and Elián, a Spanish actor in Madrid.
Chelsea Music Festival at St. Paul's German Church
315 W. 22nd St., Chelsea, Manhattan
This summer festival presents a week of concerts, receptions, visual art and family and community events exploring American stories through classical music, jazz, and the visual and culinary arts.
Chelsea Music Festival: Invitation to Love-Opening Night with Clara Osowski, June 20 (7–9pm)
Chelsea Music Festival: America/Beautiful featuring Min Kwon, Timo Andres, & guests, June 22 (7–9pm)
Chelsea Music Festival: American Street Food Stories with Chef Hinnerk von Bargen, June 24 (7–9pm)
Chelsea Music Festival: Shelters in the Desert— An Evening with Vu, León, Susman, Smirnóv, Hernández, June 26 (7–9pm)
Chelsea Music Festival: Jazz Finale---Warren Wolf plays Chick Corea, June 27 (7–9pm)
New York African Chorus Ensemble - 17th Annual NYC Multicultural Festival
St. Nicholas Ave., between 141st and 145th sts, Harlem, Manhattan, June 20 (noon–6pm)
An annual Harlem outdoor cultural event that showcases multicultural performers and groups alongside a curated marketplace of local vendors, artisans and food businesses.
Louis Armstrong House Museum at Lincoln Center
70 Lincoln Center Plaza, Upper West Side, Manhattan
Louis Armstrong Big Band at Lincoln Center Summer for the City, June 25 (6:30–10pm)
Attend a free event with live swing music, dance lessons and performances by the Big Apple Lindy Hoppers.
The New York Historical
170 Central Park West, Upper West Side, Manhattan
Family Days, June 28 (5–8pm)
Children of all ages are invited to this event for bingo, sing-a-longs, art-making, and dancing. Programs are free with museum admission.
AMT Theater
354 W. 45th St., Midtown West, Manhattan
The Listies - Make Some Noise, July 1 (1:30–3:30pm)
The AMT is hosting a special comedic performance for children. The Listies are Richard Higgins and Matthew Kelly, a comedy double act. Kids 12 and under $15, adults $20.
The Classical Theatre of Harlem
Richard Rodgers Amphitheater (Marcus Garvey Park), 18 Mt. Morris Park W., Harlem, Manhattan
Othello, July 5 (8:30pm)
View this free outdoor performance of Shakespeare's famous play in Harlem.
Uptown Night Market
Twelfth Ave. & W. 133rd St., Harlem, Manhattan
Harlem Summer Nights, July 17 (5–10pm)
An outdoor food market with some 60 vendors, live DJs and cultural experiences.
Asphalt Green
Litwin Field at Asphalt Green, 555 E. 90th St., Upper East Side, Manhattan
Big Kick, July 18 (3:30–6:30pm)
Asphalt Green’s annual Big Kick outdoor soccer festival will be in celebration of the 2026 World Cup. It's free and open to all.
El Museo del Barrio
1230 Fifth Ave., East Harlem, Manhattan
World Cup Watch Party, July 19 (1–7pm)
Attend a free watch party in honor of the World Cup final, with hands-on art activities for all ages.
Queens
Rockaway Film Festival
Arverne Cinema, 72-02 Gouverneur Ave., The Rockaways, Queens
Zidane: A 21st Century Portrait, June 13 (8:30–10:30pm; doors open at 7pm)
Watch an artistic film portrayal of French-Algerian soccer superstar Zinédine Zidane at an outdoor theater. Tickets are $10.
Offside, June 21 (8:30–10:30pm; doors open at 7:30pm)
Catch this unscripted sharp and subversive comedy by Iranian auteur Jafar Panahi, who focuses on a group of women try to sneak into a men's-only World Cup qualifying match in Tehran. Tickets are $10.
Stubby, June 28 (8:30–10:30pm)
A surreal comedy by trailblazing Swedish filmmaker Bo Widerberg tells the story of a 7-year-old soccer prodigy recruited to play for Sweden's national soccer team in the 1974 World Cup qualifiers. The movies is preceded by a Rockaway Chamber Music performance at 7pm. Tickets are $10 for the screening and $15 for screening and music performance.
Platinum/Chaos Kids Junior Carnival Costume Launch
145-48 Glassboro Ave., Jamaica, Queens
June 14 (3–6pm)
This is a free family-friendly youth Carnival costume event and community day, supported by the West Indian Day Carnival Association.
Glow Cultural Center
133-29 41st Ave., 11/F, Flushing, Queens
Dragon Boat Festival Cultural Fair, June 20 (1–4pm)
Attend this free fair to celebrate Dragon Boat Festival traditions with cultural activity booths, interactive experiences and prizes. On-site check-in is required to receive a stamp.
Youth Summer Bash, June 28 (2–5pm)
A free youth leadership event for high school and college students. Topics include: starting and growing student clubs and organizations, mobilizing and engaging peers within schools and communities, and much more. Advance registration is required.
Riders Alliance at Fresco's Grand Cantina
28-50 31st St., Astoria, Queens
Queens in Queens Drag Bingo!, June 24 (7–10pm)
Bingo combined with drag queen humor, performances and hilarious zingers from top drag queens in NYC. Admission is $15 per person and pre-registration is required. Check @ridersalliance for details.
Queens Museum
New York City Building, Flushing Meadows Corona Park, Queens
Sonia Boyce Demonstrate Exhibition Opening, June 27 (2–4:30pm)
The opening of the museum’s summer 2026 exhibition will include a performance by Resistance Revival Chorus, an artist-led walkthrough of the exhibition, art workshops and a reception to follow.
Queensboro Dance Festival
Sunnyside Arch, 46th St./Queens Blvd., Sunnyside, Queens
World's Sport in the World's Boro Watch Party, July 10 (noon–5pm)
Visit Sunnyside for dance and music performances and local businesses celebrating Queens' love of soccer.
Gotham Football Club
Citi Field: 41 Seaver Way, Flushing, Queens
The Queens Classic: Gotham FC vs the Washington Spirit, July 15 (2:30–7:30pm)
Before kickoff, you can attend the Footie Fest block party at Citi Field between the Jackie Robinson Rotunda and the Left Field Gate. Look for the FIFA Bus, where you can collect your stamp. Tickets to the match start at $25 (not including fees) and can be purchased at gothamfc.com.
LaGuardia Performing Arts Center at Corona Plaza
103rd St. and Roosevelt Ave., Corona, Queens
The World in Queens: World Cup Watch Party, July 15 (3–5pm)
Come to a free public watch party with dance, music, community activations and LED screens showing the World Cup semifinal.
Staten Island Children's Museum. Photo: Marley White
Staten Island
Sundog Theatre
Stage One Theater, 636 Howard Ave., Grymes Hill, Staten Island
Neil Simon's The Good Doctor, June 19–20 & 26–27 at 8pm, June 21 & 28 at 3pm
Come to see a comedy performance based on short stories by Anton Chekhov. General admission is $30; senior/student $25. The theatre is fully accessible. Passports will be stamped at all performances.
Staten Island Museum
1000 Richmond Terrace (Snug Harbor), Building A, Randall Manor, Staten Island
Juneteenth Family Day, June 19 (noon–4pm)
Kickoff Juneteenth weekend with hands-on workshops and children’ s films; all materials are provided, including snacks.
Staten Island Children's Museum
1000 Richmond Terrace (Snug Harbor), Building M, Randall Manor, Staten Island
Soccer Clinic with Soccer Stars, July 19
This will be a drop-in clinic that is free with Children's Museum admission.
New York City: A Cultural Map
Check out NYC neighborhoods home to thriving international communities and cultures.