The FIFA World Cup is coming to New York — and for eight matches, including the Final on July 19, MetLife Stadium becomes the center of the sporting universe. Millions of fans from every corner of the world will fill this city. The streets will roar. Every bar will overflow. Every restaurant will have a line around the block.
Your group of two to six boards a private yacht for a private celebration on the Hudson River.
While the city packs in — you spread out on an all-teak outdoor deck with 360-degree views of the Manhattan skyline, champagne chilling, professional crew handling everything, not a stranger in sight. A private yacht charter is the most distinctly New York way to celebrate the world’s biggest sporting event in the world’s greatest city. And it’s available right now, for exactly this moment.
First match: June 13. Book before your dates are gone.
FIFA World Cup Comes to New York City
New York is the epicenter of World Cup 2026 in the United States. Eight matches — including the historic Final — are scheduled at MetLife Stadium, just across the Hudson from Manhattan. The tournament runs June 13 through July 19, and the city transforms completely during those five weeks. International fans arrive by the millions. Energy fills every neighborhood. The World Cup atmosphere in NYC is unlike anything else.
A private yacht charter on the Hudson River puts your group in the middle of all of it — with total privacy, skyline views in every direction, and none of the crowds.
NYC World Cup 2026 Match Schedule
Eight matches at MetLife Stadium, including the final, make New York one of the most important World Cup cities in the tournament. Here are the dates:
Saturday, June 13 — Brazil vs. Morocco (Group C) · 6:00 PM ET
Tuesday, June 16 — France vs. Senegal (Group I) · 3:00 PM ET
Monday, June 22 — Norway vs. Senegal (Group I) · 8:00 PM ET
Thursday, June 25 — Ecuador vs. Germany (Group E) · 4:00 PM ET
Saturday, June 27 — Panama vs. England (Group L) · 5:00 PM ET
Tuesday, June 30 — Round of 32 · 5:00 PM ET
Sunday, July 5 — Round of 16 · 4:00 PM ET
Sunday, July 19 — THE FINAL · 3:00 PM ET
The Final will be the most-watched sporting event on earth — happening right here in New York. Reserve your private yacht charter for match days, celebration days, or any moment during the tournament window. World Cup dates book early.
Your Private World Cup Experience on the Water
The MetLife Stadium is in East Rutherford, New Jersey — landlocked, and a short drive from Manhattan, with none of the city’s iconic views. When the match is over, the stadium experience is over. Everything worth seeing and doing in New York has to be planned separately, before or after the game.
Which means the World Cup in NYC is really two experiences: the match, and the city. And the city, during those five weeks, is going to be unlike anything most visitors have seen. 1.2 million fans are expected to travel to New York for the tournament. Hotels, restaurants, bars, and every major attraction will be packed to overflowing capacity. Privacy becomes rare. Space becomes a luxury. A moment without crowds or strangers becomes genuinely hard to find.
A private yacht on the Hudson River solves that problem completely.
Every charter is exclusively yours — two to six guests, no strangers, no other passengers, ever. A professional crew handles everything from booking to boarding while the Manhattan skyline unfolds in all directions from an all-teak outdoor deck with a retractable canopy, a wood-paneled interior cabin with deep-cushioned white upholstery, a modern bathroom, and a Bluetooth sound system. Connect your playlist. The national anthem — or the victory song — sounds better on the water.
Perfect for International Visitors and World Cup Hosts
If you’re bringing guests to New York for the World Cup — whether they’re international clients, family from abroad, or a close group of friends who’ve planned this trip for years — a private yacht charter is the most memorable thing you can do in this city during tournament weeks.
Dream Boat NY has hosted guests from around the world. The crew is experienced, professional, and welcoming to international visitors. Your group boards at Chelsea Piers, a few minutes from Midtown hotels, and spends two to four hours on a private yacht with unobstructed views of the Manhattan skyline, the Hudson River, the Statue of Liberty, and the bridges. Every iconic landmark is seen at its best angle.
For corporate clients entertaining international guests during the World Cup, a private yacht is the right scale for executive-level hospitality. The maximum of six guests makes the experience intimate, not overwhelming. It’s the kind of gesture that lands.
More on corporate World Cup charters: Corporate Yacht Charters
Match Day Charter Timing
The World Cup schedule covers morning, afternoon, and evening kickoffs — which means every type of private yacht charter has a natural place in the match day.
Before a daytime match: A brunch charter on the water before an afternoon kickoff is an exceptional way to start a match day. Arrive at Chelsea Piers, board the private yacht, and spend two hours visiting the major landmarks before heading to the stadium. Brunch on the water can be added to your charter. Brunch on the Water
After the match: A sunset charter times perfectly with an afternoon match. Return to Manhattan and catch the golden hour on the water. Celebrate by the Statue of Liberty with the Manhattan skyline glowing behind you, a post-match experience you won’t find anywhere else. Champagne ready. Crew handling everything. Sunset Experience
Night celebration: However the result went, a post-match private cruise is the right move. Celebrate on the water with the sparkling skyline reflected off the water. Enjoy just your people, no crowds, no noise — or exactly as much noise as you want with your playlist and champagne. Night Experience
Non-match days: The World Cup runs June 13 through July 19. Tournament weeks are filled with fan gatherings, cultural events, and an energy that transforms the city. Reserve a private yacht charter on any day during the tournament.
Catering for Your World Cup Charter
For match-day celebrations, the catering menu covers everything from a full champagne brunch to artisanal charcuterie boards to a bottle of Dom Pérignon. A few options that work especially well for World Cup gatherings:
All-Inclusive Champagne & Appetizers — Open bar with Chandon Brut Cuvée Champagne, Whispering Angel Rosé, Pinot Gris, Beer, and soda & seltzer, plus an artisanal charcuterie board on solid wood trays. $65 per adult.
All-Inclusive Champagne Brunch — Open bar plus NY bagels and smoked salmon with all the fixings, artisanal pastries, and seasonal fruit. $80 per person. (Children under 10, free.)
All-Inclusive Champagne Lunch — Open bar plus a Mediterranean lunch board with bite-size sandwich wraps, Mediterranean dips, pita, fresh vegetables, and cornichons. $80 per person.
Party Platters & Trays — Select traditional yachting cuisine for your private yacht experience. $58 (2 guests) or $98 (3–6 guests).
Dom Pérignon — For the occasion. $350. Or select any of the bottles of champagne, wine or beer from the menu.
Full catering menu: Catering
The Private Yacht
The Dream Boat NY yacht is designed for intimate, private groups of two to six. There are no other passengers. No strangers. No tour groups. The vessel is exclusively yours.
On deck: An all-teak outdoor deck with U-shaped seating for easy conversation and unobstructed 360-degree views in every direction — no crowds, no columns, nothing between you and the skyline. This is NYC’s only convertible on the water, with a retractable canopy offering full shade or full sun based on your preference.
Inside: A wood-paneled interior cabin with a half-circle of deep-cushioned white upholstery and table seating for six. The enclosed lounge is protected from the elements — perfect for conversation, dining, or a moment out of the sun or wind.
On board: Modern bathroom with personal cloth hand towels. Kitchenette for seamless crew food and beverage service. Bluetooth sound system — connect your playlist and the cabin and deck become yours. Complimentary bottled water for all guests.
Crew: A professional USCG-certified captain with 30 years of NYC maritime experience, plus full crew service. All Chelsea Piers docking fees and fuel are included.
Charter Durations and Pricing
All pricing is per boat, not per person. The same yacht and the same private experience — whether your group is two people or six.
2-Hour Charter — $700 weekdays (2 guests) · $800 weekdays (3–6 guests) · $800 weekday sunsets · $850 weekends and holidays The 2-hour highlights tour covers the Hudson River, Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, New York Harbor, and the Manhattan skyline. Captain recommends routes based on timing, light, and your interests.
3-Hour Charter — $1,200 Extended exploration with time to head south to the Statue of Liberty and New York Harbor, then north along Midtown and the Hudson Yards, or east through the Brooklyn Bridge and along the Brooklyn waterfront. Most popular duration.
3.5-Hour Full Manhattan Circumnavigation — $1,400 The complete loop around Manhattan Island — Hudson River, East River, all major bridges, the Harlem River Ship Canal, and back. The tour that locals rave about. An extraordinary backdrop for a World Cup celebration.
4-Hour Extended Charter — $1,600 Maximum time on water. Combine sightseeing with dining, or build a custom route with the captain. Extended time at the Statue of Liberty, a day-to-night cruise as the skyline illuminates — the possibilities expand considerably with four hours.
Gratuity (18–22% is customary) is additional. Full pricing and availability: Pricing
Book Your World Cup Charter Now
World Cup 2026 runs June 13 through July 19. Peak summer dates — and especially match days, weekends, and the week of the Final — fill early. The sooner the dates are confirmed, the sooner a private yacht charter can be secured.
Dream Boat NY’s booking process is straightforward: check availability online or call the concierge team at 917-399-9084. The team can help coordinate logistics for international guests, match schedules, and catering. Standard reservations are non-refundable; the Premium reservation option is available for cancellation flexibility (cancel for any reason up to 30 days before departure for a full refund, minus the Premium fee) and rescheduling up to 48 hours before departure.
If weather requires the captain to postpone, rescheduling is complimentary. The yacht does not operate in rain — and the captain monitors real-time radar within two hours of departure to make the call.
The FIFA World Cup Final is July 19, right here in New York. Reserve your private yacht charter.
FAQ
Can we watch the World Cup match from the boat? MetLife Stadium is not visible from the Hudson River. Dream Boat NY private yacht charters are not a match-viewing experience. They’re the ideal way to celebrate the World Cup in New York before a match, after a match, or on any day during the tournament window (June 13–July 19).
Are World Cup dates still available? Check the online booking calendar for current availability. Peak summer weekends and match-adjacent days fill quickly. The concierge team at 917-399-9084 can assist with date selection and booking.
What’s the best charter timing on a match day? For afternoon kickoffs, a morning brunch charter or sunset celebration works well. For evening kickoffs, post-match night charters are a great way to celebrate. For non-match days, any charter during the tournament window captures the best of NYC.
What’s included in the charter? Every charter includes: the the yacht amenities and services including an all-teak outdoor deck with U-shaped seating and retractable canopy, the wood-paneled interior cabin lounge, modern bathroom with personal cloth hand towels, kitchenette for crew service, Bluetooth sound system, complimentary bottled water, professional USCG-certified captain, all docking fees and fuel, and complete route planning and coordination.
What if it rains? We don’t go out in the rain. The captain monitors real-time radar within two hours of departure to make the final call. If the captain determines weather requires postponing the charter, complimentary rescheduling is provided. Guests may select any available charter of equal or lesser value within the same calendar year.