The region’s premiere, must-attend fan festival series celebrating global soccer in the Meadowlands this summer.

Held in the days leading up to each match at MetLife Stadium, these large-scale fan festivals will come alive with electrifying live entertainment, local and international cuisine, interactive soccer zones, artisan vendor village and giant LED screens airing the games. Flag Cities are the region’s must-attend immersive soccer experience this summer.

Each Flag Cities events will feature:

  • Live soccer matches broadcasts on massive LED screens
  • Food trucks, international cuisine, and beverage vendors
  • Beer gardens 
  • DJs, live music, and cultural performances
  • Youth clinics, soccer games, and skills challenges
  • Kids' zones and family activities
  • Artisan vendors, merch, and gear

Each event is uniquely tailored to celebrate the team, country, and culture playing the next day.

Manny Monroig - Village People - Giselle

Games Airing at Flag Cities - New Jersey

Thank you to our sponsors, Colliers Engineering and Design and JCT Solutions, there is no admission fee.


Transportation information

Christopher Columbus Drive (between Marin Blvd. & Washington Blvd.)

Recommended Transportation

  • PATH service to Grove Street Station, located just steps from the event site
  • Hudson-Bergen Light Rail nearby
  • NJ TRANSIT bus routes servicing downtown Jersey City
  • Ferry service to Paulus Hook/Exchange Place area

Parking

  • Limited paid parking garages available throughout downtown Jersey City
  • Rideshare strongly encouraged

NJ TRANSIT/ PATH

  • PATH to Grove Street Station is the easiest option from NYC, Newark, Hoboken, and Journal Square

NJ TRANSIT bus service available throughout Jersey City and nearby transfer hubs


Flag Cities Event Policies & Security


Security Screening Required Prior to Entry

For the safety of all guests, all attendees entering any Flag Cities event site will be required to pass through designated security checkpoints prior to entry. This includes magnetometer screening and bag inspection. Please allow additional time for entry and arrive early.

By entering the event, all guests consent to security screening of their person and belongings. Event organizers reserve the right to deny entry or remove any guest at their discretion.

Ticketing & Entry
• All sales are final. Tickets are non-refundable, non-transferable, and non-exchangeable. Event is rain or shine.
• Valid ticket required for entry at all times.
• No re-entry permitted. Once you exit the event site, re-entry will not be allowed.
• Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Security & Safety
• All guests are subject to security screening, including magnetometer screening and bag checks.
• Security checkpoints are required for all attendees prior to entry.
• Event organizers reserve the right to refuse entry or remove any guest for unsafe, disruptive, intoxicated, or inappropriate behavior.
• Law enforcement, EMT personnel, and private security will be present onsite throughout the event.
• Guests must follow all instructions from event staff, security personnel, police, fire officials, and emergency responders.

Prohibited Items
• No outside food or beverages
• No outside alcohol
• No weapons of any kind
• No illegal substances or hazardous materials
• No drones or unmanned aerial devices
• No fireworks, explosives, laser pointers, or flammable items
• No large bags, oversized backpacks, or coolers
• No pets, except trained service animals as defined by ADA guidelines

Permitted Items
• Strollers are permitted and subject to security screening.
• One (1) lawn chair or one (1) blanket per person permitted at Overpeck Park, Laurel Hill Park, Riggins Field, and Bayonne locations only.
• Small personal bags are permitted but subject to inspection.

Food & Beverage
• Food and beverages, including alcohol, must be purchased inside the event and consumed only in designated areas.
• Alcohol service is subject to all applicable laws and policies. Valid identification is required.

Code of Conduct
• Guests must behave respectfully and responsibly at all times.
• Disorderly conduct, fighting, harassment, vandalism, throwing objects, or failure to follow event policies may result in immediate ejection without refund.

Photography & Media
• By entering the event, guests consent to photography, video recording, and use of their likeness for promotional, marketing, and broadcast purposes without compensation.

General Conditions
• Event organizers are not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal items.
• Event details, entertainment, schedules, parking, and site operations are subject to change.
• In the event of severe weather, public safety concerns, or emergency conditions, event operations may be delayed, suspended, evacuated, or canceled at the discretion of event officials.
• Accessible accommodations will be available in accordance with ADA requirements.


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