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- Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Governor Kathy Hochul announced FIFA Fan Fest events in New York boroughs for the 2026 World Cup.
- Fan-fest sites include Rock Center (July 6–19), Billie Jean King Center (June 11–27) and Brooklyn Bridge Park (June 13–July 19).
- Kathy Hochul expects 1.1 million visitors and $3.3 billion economic activity.
- Fan-fest costs total $42 million, with 60 % funded by sponsors.
- Stadium tickets exceed $800, resale tickets surpass $2 million, and transit fares can reach $150.
