Let's party!

An afternoon of soccer, bratwurst and German-style family fun. Bring the kids, wear your jersey, and celebrate together at NYC's largest family World Cup watch party at DFB's German House of Soccer. An amazing opportunity to enjoy; the match, inter-active soccer activities and fun entertainment for the whole family in this unique pop-up venue.

Saturday, June 13, 2026 · 2 – 5 PM · Chelsea Industrial, NYC

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● What’s included

One ticket includes a premium afternoon of interactive soccer activities and family-friendly entertainment.

Live Soccer

Catch the Switzerland-Qatar match on a massive LED screen surrounded by fans buzzing with stadium-level energy without the stadium price.

German Food & Beverages

Authentic German cuisine including; Käsespätzle, Bavarian Pretzels, Potato Salad, Bratwurst, Currywurst and Vegan/Vegetarian options.

Games & Activities

Foosball tournaments, soccer skills activities, EA sports zone, and numerous craft tables for the younger children to participate in the World Cup fun!

Raffle & Goodie Bags

Take home a goodie bag filled with gifts from your favorite brands OR win one of our exclusive raffle prizes:

60,000 Lufthansa Miles
Summer Camps with Rella's Spielhaus and Pusteblume
Soccer Class with Soccer Shots
SIXT rental car voucher
FC Bayern Soccer Camp
FC Bayern Trikot

Soccer Gallery & Fan Experience

Step into an immersive gallery that brings German football to life through stories, interactive experiences, and engaging exhibits. From fan culture to long-standing traditions, the journey culminates in a rare display of the most prestigious trophies in German football history.

◴ Run of show

Three hours of World Cup Entertainment

2:00 PM · Doors Open

Grab a pretzel and snap a photo with DFB's mascot, Paule at our exclusive photo booth provided by our presenting sponsor, Lufthansa Miles & More. Stroll through the Soccer Gallery and learn all about German soccer heritage through exhibitions and interactive activities. Face painting, EA sports zone, craft activities, and more....

2:30 | 3:30 | 4:30 PM· Soccer Skills Workshop

Soccer skills drills with Soccer Shots - sign up on site

★ 3:00 PM · Kickoff: Switzerland vs. Qatar

3:45 PM · Halftime Games

Parent-vs-child penalty shootout, exclusive raffle draw and much more!

5:00 PM · Final Whistle & Farewell

Last photo opportunity AND don't forget your to grab your goodie bags.

The venue

Chelsea Industrial, Manhattan

A wide-open loft space in West Chelsea with a massive LED wall to enjoy the match, supervised activity zones and fan experience gallery. Stroller-accessible, air-conditioned, close to the High Line.

Address: W 27th St, Chelsea, NYC
Nearest subway: 23rd St (1, C, E, F, M)
Accessibility: Stroller & wheelchair friendly

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♢ Tickets

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All tickets include full access (food and beverages are not included)

Adults: $10

Children & Teens: $15

Infants (2 and under) Free

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Have additional questions: Email us at info@citykinder.com

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About the organizer

Building the German-speaking expat community in New York since 2010.

We run monthly meetups, seasonal festivals, and a bilingual newsletter keeping German-speaking families connected across all five boroughs. The Fan Fest is our biggest celebration of the year —bringing the whole community together!

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