FIFA World Cup 26™
June 11 – July 19, 2026
The 2026 FIFA World Cup, scheduled from June 11 to July 19, 2026, will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Philadelphia is set to host six matches at Lincoln Financial Field, including five group-stage games and a Round of 16 match July 4, 2026. New York City's MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, will also be a key venue, hosting multiple matches, including the final. Lehigh Valley, encompassing cities like Allentown, Bethlehem, and Easton, is strategically located between these two host cities. It is approximately 70 miles (113 kilometers) and roughly 94 miles (151 kilometers) west of New York City. This central location offers an ideal location for visitors considering attending matches in both cities.
Where is Lehigh Valley?
Getting to matches in New York/New Jersey and Philadelphia is easy! Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania, is conveniently situated between two major host cities for the 2026 FIFA World Cup: Philadelphia and New York City. Given its central location, Lehigh Valley offers residents and visitors easy access to multiple World Cup events in both cities.
Proximity to Philadelphia:
- Distance: Approximately 70 miles (113 kilometers) south of Lehigh Valley.
- Driving Time: Around 1 hour and 18 minutes under normal traffic conditions.
Philadelphia will host six World Cup matches at Lincoln Financial Field between June 14 and July 4, 2026, including five group-stage matches and one Round of 16 match on July 4.
Proximity to New York City:
- Distance: Approximately 94 miles (151 kilometers) east of Lehigh Valley.
- Driving Time: Typically around 1 hour and 30 minutes, depending on traffic.
New York City, with matches held at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, will host eight World Cup matches, including the final.
Hotels Near World Cup Matches
Lehigh Valley, PA has many convenient hotels an easy drive to World Cup matches in Philadelphia and New York.
World Cup Lehigh Valley Watch Parties & Events
