New Yorkers receive 500 free World Cup tickets from Hochul

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 10:04 PM

Last updated Jun 10, 2026

New Yorkers receive 500 free World Cup tickets from Hochul

Summary

Governor Kathy Hochul and the NYNJ Host Committee announced the distribution of 500 free tickets for the upcoming World Cup. These tickets will be given to working families with children, first responders, and military families through partnerships with the Alliance of New York State YMCAs and the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. This initiative aims to make the event accessible to those who serve the community. The tickets are part of New York's efforts to engage local families in significant sporting events this summer.

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Key Details

•500 tickets available for the World Cup.
•Eligible recipients include working families, first responders, and military families.
•Tickets distributed through local YMCAs and the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
•Initiative aims to promote community involvement in sports.

Latest Updates

10:04 PMNy.gov — Governor Hochul and NYNJ Host Committee Announce 500 Free World Cup Tickets for New Yorkers - Governor Kathy Hochul (.gov)
2:38 PMWABC-TV — Free World Cup tickets: NY Gov. Hochul announces 500 passes for kids, first responders, military families - ABC7 Eyewitness News

What they're saying

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Governor Hochul and the NYNJ Host Committee announced 500 tickets will be given to working families with kids, first responders, and military families through the Alliance of New York State YMCAs and the Tunnel to Towers Foundation.
— Ny.gov