HOT 91.7 FM | Date | Special Programming & Live Match Viewing |
| Thursday, June 11 | Mexico v. South Africa – 3 pm Performances: DJ hellotones, DJ m0ma |
| Friday, June 12 | USA v. Paraguay – 9 pm Performances: Nas* (special event ticketing price) |
| Saturday, June 13 | Qatar v. Switzerland – 3 pm Brazil v. Morocco – 6 pm Performances: DJ Runna, Arty Furtado, DJ Lady S |
| Sunday, June 14 | Germany v. Curacao – 1 pm Netherlands v. Japan – 4 pm Ivory Coast v. Ecuador – 7 pm Performances: DJ David, Nina SkyCommunity Focus: Puerto Rican Day Parade After Party |
| Monday, June 15 | Belgium v Egypt – 3 pm Saudi Arabia v Uruguay – 6 pm Performances: Wyclef Jean, Sabrout |
| Tuesday, June 16 | France v. Senegal – 3 pm Iraq v. Norway – 6 pm Argentina v. Algeria – 9 pm Performances: Artem, Samia |
| Wednesday, June 17 | Portugal v. DR Congo – 1 pm England v. Croatia – 4 pm Ghana v. Panama – 7 pm Performances: Ella Mai, Alec Lomami, Khalil |
| Thursday, June 18 | Switzerland v. Bosnia and Herzegovina – 3 pm Canada v. Qatar – 6 pm Performances: Takaya Nagase, Rennie |
| Friday, June 19 | USA v. Australia – 3 pm Scotland v. Morocco – 6 pm Brazil v. Haiti – 8:30 pm Performances: Mohogany and other musical acts curated by Cafe Erzulie |
| Saturday, June 20 | Netherlands v. Sweden – 1 pm Germany v. Ivory Coast – 4 pm Ecuador v. Curaçao – 8 pm Performances: Blessd |
| Sunday, June 21 | Spain v. Saudi Arabia – 12 pm Belgium v. Iran – 3 pm Uruguay v. Cape Verde – 6 pm Performances: Sophie Rocks |
| Monday, June 22 | Argentina v. Austria – 1 pm France v. Iraq – 5 pm Norway v. Senegal – 8 pm Performances: Marcy, Stretch Armstrong |
| Tuesday, June 23 | Portugal v. Uzbekistan – 1 pm England v. Ghana – 4 pm Panama v. Croatia – 7 pm Performances: Moochie & Svpply, Rae Sada curated by Record Room |
| Wednesday, June 24 | Switzerland v. Canada – 3 pm Scotland vs. Brazil – 6 pm Performances: Nineteen85, Papi Weli |
| Thursday, June 25 | Ecuador v. Germany – 4 pm Tunisia v. Netherlands – 7 pm Türkiye v. USA – 10 pm Performances: Sticky Dojah, Dimy, Kittysayword |
| Friday, June 26 | Norway v. France – 3 pm Uruguay v. Spain – 8 pm Community Focus: Pride celebrations weekendPerformances: Crystal Waters, Classicnewwave, Quiana Parks |
| Saturday, June 27 | Panama v. England – 5 pm Colombia v Portugal – 7:30 pm Performances: Busta Rhymes, Paso Fino |
Queens to Host Free FIFA World Cup 2026 Fan Festival Featuring Nas, Wyclef Jean and Global Entertainment
Written by Randy C on June 9, 2026
The FIFA World Cup 2026™ New York New Jersey Host Committee has announced that free general admission reservations are now available for the NYNJ World Cup 26 Queens Group Stage HQ, a major fan destination set to take over the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center from June 11–27, 2026.
Designed around the theme “The World’s Game in the World’s Borough,” the Queens Group Stage HQ will welcome fans from around the globe for live match broadcasts, cultural programming, immersive activations, food and beverage experiences, and entertainment throughout the tournament’s group stage.
The venue is expected to host more than 40 performances and appearances from internationally recognized artists, creators, athletes, and local icons. Featured guests include GRAMMY Award-winning singer-songwriter Ella Mai and legendary New York rapper Busta Rhymes, with additional talent to be announced.
Queens native and GRAMMY Award-winning artist Nas is scheduled to headline a special concert on June 12, co-sponsored by Resorts World Casino. The performance will require separately ticketed admission, with ticket details expected soon.
Wyclef Jean will also bring his celebrated Carnival experience to the festival, blending hip-hop, reggae, Afro-Caribbean, country, and disco influences in a performance reflecting the World Cup’s global spirit.
Adding to the excitement, Colombian music star Blessd and Brazilian soccer legend Ronaldinho will host the 2026 Si Sabe Fest, a celebrity 6-v-6 soccer tournament combining live music and street soccer culture. Additional details are expected in the coming days.
Telemundo, the official Spanish-language broadcaster of the NYNJ Host Committee’s NYC Fan Events, will lead daily activations alongside brands including Levi’s, Resorts World Casino, Joby, Mexican-Caribbean Tourism, and NYCFC.
“The FIFA World Cup is much bigger than the matches themselves,” said Alex Lasry, CEO of the NYNJ Host Committee. “Queens is one of the most diverse places in the world, making it the perfect place for fans from every corner of the globe to experience the tournament together.”
Admission is free, but advance reservations are required using the code QUEENSHQ.
A full schedule of live match broadcasts and confirmed performances can be found below. Dates and performers are subject to change.
