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Brooklyn, NY (June 4, 2026)  — Today, Team Dumbo announced the launch of the “Dumbo Day Pass + Sweepstakes,” a neighborhood-wide initiative designed to encourage visitors attending the Adidas FIFA World Cup Fan Zone at Emily Warren Roebling Plaza in Brooklyn Bridge Park to explore and support Dumbo’s thriving ecosystem of small businesses, restaurants, galleries, and shops.

The Dumbo Day Pass program, running from June 11 through July 19, combines tourism management, local discovery, and digital innovation.

During Belmont Stakes Weekend

Saratoga Springs, NY — In celebration of the final running of the Belmont Stakes in Saratoga Springs, the Saratoga Springs Preservation Foundation is thrilled to offer two exclusive behind-the-scenes walking tours of the historic Saratoga Race Course. Join the Foundation on Friday, June 5 at 9:30AM or Sunday, June 7 at 9:30AM for a rare opportunity to explore one of the most iconic sporting venues in the United States.

Free World Cup Watch Experience at Stony Brook University Will Feature a Live Performance From Third Eye Blind Alongside a Full Day of Family-Friendly Programming, Interactive Soccer Activities, and Community Celebrations.

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Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that award-winning rock band Third Eye Blind will perform live at the free New York State United — 2026 World Cup Watch Experience on Long Island on June 12 at Stony Brook University. Third Eye Blind is set to perform on stage at 8:00 p.m., ahead of the USA vs Paraguay (Group D) World Cup match at 9:00 p.m. All tickets to attend the World Cup Watch Experience and see Third Eye Blind perform live are free and available while supplies last.

Saratoga Springs, N.Y. — The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame will open two new special exhibitions and host several exciting public events coinciding with the Belmont Stakes Racing Festival from June 3-7.

On Wednesday, June 3, the Museum’s latest exhibits, Capturing and Preserving Greatness: A Life’s Passion (The Photography and Historic Collections of Barbara D. Livingston, presented by Daily Racing Form) and A Discerning Eye: The Art of Sir Alfred Munnings (Selections from a Private Collection), open to the public.

Saratoga Springs, NY – Embrace the Belmont III returns to Universal Preservation Hall for an unforgettable evening honoring the 2026 Belmont Stakes and its historic final run in Saratoga. As a signature Saratoga preview event, the evening brings together the very best of racing culture, including food, fashion, community, and the energy that makes Saratoga in June so special, all while paying tribute to the incredible equine athletes at the heart of it all.

Price Reduced From Initial $80 to $20 Round Trip; Up to 18,000 Bus Tickets Now Available Per Game

20% of All Tickets Reserved Exclusively for New York Residents; Tickets On Sale Now

Albany, N.Y. (May 13, 2026) - Governor Kathy Hochul and the FIFA World Cup 2026™ NYNJ Host Committee today announced significant upgrades to the Official NYNJ Stadium Shuttle bus service for fans traveling to and from World Cup matches. Made possible through support from New York State and sponsors, the cost of shuttle bus tickets to and from matches will be reduced from the initial $80 round-trip price to $20. To ensure that New Yorkers have priority access to this enhanced bus service, 20 percent of bus tickets for each match will be reserved exclusively for New York State residents. The remaining tickets will be available for all match-going fans, including New Yorkers.

New York, N.Y. - On May 15, the American Museum of Natural History will open For the Win: Objects of Sports Excellence, a special exhibition that celebrates the artistry, history, and cultural impact of the world’s most coveted athletic prizes. The exhibition will open in the Melissa and Keith Meister Gallery, part of the Museum’s Allison and Roberto Mignone Halls of Gems and Minerals, and will showcase more than 70 championship rings, trophies, medals, and jewelry spanning nearly 150 years of sports history. For the Win opens in advance of FIFA World Cup 2026™ and kicks off World Cup, World Cultures: Celebrating the Community and Science of Sport, a series of programs and experiences at the Museum for New Yorkers and visiting fans from around the world.

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Free Events Will Offer Family-Friendly Community Viewing Experiences to 2026 World Cup Matches and Support Long-Term Youth Soccer Investments in New York State

Attendees are encouraged To Use Public Transit for Easy Access to Stony Brook University

Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that free ticket registration is officially open for the New York State United — 2026 World Cup Watch Experience on Long Island. This first-of-its-kind, free, large-scale public viewing event will take place on June 12 at Stony Brook University and is expected to draw thousands of New Yorkers. The day will consist of two events: the Canada vs Bosnia and Herzegovina (Group B) World Cup match at 3:00 PM and the USA vs Paraguay (Group D) World Cup match at 9:00 PM. Families, soccer fans and communities across New York can now request tickets to one or both of these events.

Saratoga Springs, N.Y. — The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame will celebrate the 151^st running of the Preakness Stakes on Saturday, May 16, with a special watch party at the Museum. This free event will take place from 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

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PGA Professional Perry Babcock adds title of Club Manager

Ceremonial first golf shots of the season May 8

Lake Placid, N.Y. – The Whiteface Club and Resort in Lake Placid concluded a successful winter season in late March. Now, with over a month of preparation under its belt, this iconic residential community, carved from the Adirondack pines, is set to open to the public for the spring, summer and fall seasons.