FIFA World Cup at Pier Village: Summer of Soccer

FIFA World Cup at Pier Village: Summer of Soccer
⚽ June 11 – July 19, 2026
📍 Pier Village & Wave Resort | Long Branch, NJ

Shop. Dine. Cheer. Stay. Repeat.

This summer, Pier Village transforms into the Jersey Shore’s ultimate FIFA World Cup destination with immersive watch parties, global-inspired dining, live entertainment, shopping, giveaways, and unforgettable oceanfront experiences all season long.

From exciting match screenings and themed activations to interactive games and elevated hospitality experiences, guests can experience the energy of the world’s biggest soccer tournament throughout Pier Village and at Wave Resort.

⚽ WATCH & CHEER
Catch FIFA World Cup matches throughout Pier Village including immersive viewing experiences at Carousel Bar, the Pool Bar, participating restaurants, entertainment venues, and gathering spaces across the property.

At Pier Pins, guests can enjoy:
• FIFA World Cup watch parties
• Live DJs & themed entertainment
• Country-inspired food & beverage specials
• Soccer simulator competitions
• Interactive games & prize giveaways

🎉 Featured Pier Pins Events Include:

Brazil Night Watch Party
📅 June 13 | Starts at 5:30PM
Brazil vs. Morocco featuring:
• Live Brazilian DJ
• Brazilian-inspired food specials
• Themed cocktails, shot specials & drink buckets
• Free prize opportunities

June 19 Matchups
• USA vs. Australia — 3PM
• Brazil vs. Haiti — 8PM

June 24 Matchup
• Scotland vs. Brazil — 6PM

Soccer Simulator Competition
📅 June 11 – June 27
Compete for the most goals scored in 5 tries with any simulator rental for a chance to win a FREE 60-minute simulator rental voucher based on availability.

Additional competition rounds continue throughout the tournament:
• June 28 – July 7
• July 9 – July 19

🌎 SUMMER OF SOCCER AT WAVE RESORT
Experience the FIFA World Cup like never before during Summer of Soccer at Wave Resort — an immersive coastal soccer celebration bringing together elevated watch parties, global-inspired food and beverage, entertainment, and interactive experiences throughout Pier Village.

From the lobby to the beach, matches will be playing throughout the resort including Carousel Bar, the Pool Bar, lobby projector, and pool deck televisions, creating the ultimate oceanfront viewing experience.

Guests can enjoy:
• Elevated World Cup watch parties
• Brazilian-themed moments & global-inspired experiences
• Signature cocktails, themed drinks & curated food specials
• Interactive photo opportunities
• Surprise giveaways & pop-up activations
• Live entertainment and high-energy match-day atmospheres

🎉 Opening Viewing Party
📅 Saturday, June 13
The first featured viewing party will take place at Carousel Bar with:
• Featured game screenings
• Special photo booth activation
• Themed music
• Custom World Cup cocktail menu
• Additional viewing areas throughout Wave Resort

🏨 The Ultimate Football Retreat Package
Available June 11 – July 20, guests can book “The Ultimate Football Retreat” package at Wave Resort featuring:
• A bottle of sparkling wine upon arrival
• A special World Cup-themed in-room amenity
• Oceanfront accommodations in the heart of the action

🏖 BEACH FUN AT AVA Beach Bar
Keep the celebration going oceanside at AVA Beach Bar with beachside cocktails, delicious bites, music, fun, and laid-back summer vibes all tournament long. Whether you’re stopping by before kickoff or celebrating after the match, AVA is the perfect place to soak up the Summer of Soccer by the beach.

🎨 SOCCER-THEMED FUN AT Blue Skies Pottery
Get creative during the World Cup with soccer-themed Paint-a-Pot experiences at Blue Skies Pottery — a fun activity for families, kids, and soccer fans of all ages.

🏆 PIER VILLAGE PASSPORT PROGRAM
Explore Pier Village through a global soccer journey! Visit participating businesses, collect passport stamps, unlock rewards, and enter for a chance to win exclusive prizes throughout the tournament. Visit Wave Resort to collect your passport card.

Participating Passport Destinations Include:
• Pier Pins — Brazil
• Doggie Sweets — USA
• Jetty Surf Co — France
• MOGO Korean Tacos — Korea
• Turning Point — England
• Cowabunga Coffee Roasters — Canada
• Wave Resort — Mexico
• Bungalow Hotel — Argentina
• Piazza on the Pier — Italy
• Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory — Belgium

🍽 DINE
Experience oceanfront dining, cocktails, international flavors, and lively match-day atmospheres throughout Pier Village restaurants and bars.

🛍 SHOP
Explore boutique shopping, beach essentials, fashion, gifts, and more while enjoying the excitement of FIFA season by the shore.

🏨 STAY
Turn game day into a getaway with an oceanfront stay at Wave Resort or Bungalow Hotel and experience the tournament all weekend long.

💪 FIFA Fever at Studio Pilates
Train Like a Champion During FIFA Fever!

Mention “FIFA26” when purchasing the Introductory Pack (6 classes for $60) and receive a FREE Orientation Workout. Plus, all existing and returning clients attending classes during FIFA Fever will automatically be entered for a chance to win a 5-Class Pack valued at $145.

📅 Promotion valid June 1 – July 19, 2026.

Whether you’re here for the matches, nightlife, shopping, dining, or a weekend escape by the ocean, Pier Village is your headquarters for every goal, celebration, and unforgettable summer moment.

⚽ Shop. Dine. Cheer. Stay. Repeat.