El Barrio
World Cup 2026:
Community Fan Experience
Join us in East Harlem for two exciting community gatherings celebrating the FIFA World Cup 2026 at El Barrio’s Artspace, a vibrant cultural hub and scenic gathering place for creativity in the heart of the neighborhood. This community celebration transforms the FIFA World Cup from a distant global event into a local experience that reflects East Harlem’s deep love for fútbol and its long-standing role as a unifying cultural force.
Produced by Barrio Independent Productions (BIP) in collaboration with El Barrio’s Artspace, and made possible through the generous support of ABNY, this free special event series welcomes neighbors, families, and soccer fans to come together and enjoy the excitement of the World Cup in a joyful and community-centered environment.
What you have to know:
Event 1: Opening Ceremony Screening
June 11, 2026 (Thursday) / doors open around 1:30 pm
Celebrate the start of the World Cup with a live community screening of the Opening Ceremony and the first match on a large 20–22-foot projection screen in Artspace’s main gallery.
This event is designed as a fun and welcoming fan gathering for East Harlem residents and all who want to share in the excitement of the tournament. Light refreshments will be available.
EVENT 2: FINAL MATCH COMMUNITY CELEBRATION (Closing Ceremony + Game + Half Time Show)
July 19, 2026 (Sunday) / Doors open around 1 pm
Join us for a larger community celebration for the World Cup Final, including the closing festivities, final game, and halftime show.
The event will begin around 1:30 pm and will include music, a DJ, and light refreshments/snacks, followed by the big-screen match viewing at 3:00 PM (including the half time show)
This celebration will activate both the gallery and backyard spaces at El Barrio’s Artspace.
Important Information:
Admission is free. RSVP is required for both events. Only attendees with a confirmed Eventbrite reservation will be admitted.
Lights refreshments & snacks would be served (including water & soda). *Other drinks would be sold at the place. Open to all ages: Welcoming to families, older adults, LGBTQ+ community members, and people with disabilities.
Come celebrate soccer, community, and culture with us in El Barrio/ Spanish Harlem!!
Save your spot—reserve now!! 👇👇
Where:
El Barrio's Artspace gallery / ground fl : 215 East 99th St. , New York . NY 10029 📌
ABNY Foundation —a broad coalition of corporate, nonprofit, labor, educational, health, cultural, and government leaders committed to advancing New York City; The ABNY Foundation launched the World Cup for All Community Grant Program to ensure residents and communities across the five boroughs can experience the excitement and local benefits of the tournament.