Central Park set for $9.5M World Cup watch party.

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Title: Central Park set for $9.5M World Cup watch party.
Authors: Grieve, Jack (AUTHOR)
Source: Crain's New York Business. 6/15/2026, Vol. 42 Issue 22, p3-3. 1p.
Subjects: Sports events, Boroughs, Urban parks, Empire State Development Corp., Government agencies, Politicians, Soccer tournaments
Geographic Terms: Central Park (New York, N.Y.), New York (N.Y.)
Abstract: The article focuses on New York City's plan to host a $9.5 million free watch party in Central Park for the FIFA World Cup final on July 19, accommodating up to 50,000 fans. Tickets will be allocated via a lottery running from June 11 to July 16. The event, supported by $6 million from Empire State Development and $3.5 million from New York City, will feature three Jumbotron screens, live entertainment, and concessions on the Great Lawn. This initiative is part of broader efforts by Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Governor Kathy Hochul to make the tournament more accessible and affordable for local fans. [Extracted from the article]
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