Atlantic City, New Jersey • FIFA World Cup 2026

Atlantic City
Beach Soccer
Series

June 14 – July 19, 2026  ·  Stockton University Beach
⚽ Free to Play 👧 All Ages Welcome 🏆 6 Weekends 🌊 12 Event Days 🎉 No Registration Required for Free Play
Register a Team or Clinic View Full Schedule
🏖️ Atlantic City Beach at 3705 Boardwalk
⚽ 2 FIFA Beach Soccer Fields
🕙 10 AM – 6 PM Every Weekend
🆓 Completely Free
🌎 World Cup Watch Party at EIC Boardwalk
About the Series

The World Cup
On Your Beach

Every Saturday and Sunday of the FIFA World Cup 2026, Atlantic City FC brings free beach soccer to the Atlantic City beachfront at Stockton University. No tickets. No fees. No skill requirement. Just show up and play while the world watches the greatest tournament on earth. The Atlantic City Beach Soccer Series runs all six weekends of the World Cup — from Opening Weekend through Championship Sunday on July 19, the day of the FIFA World Cup Final.

12
Event Days
6
Weekends
2
FIFA Fields
Free
Admission
All
Ages Welcome
July 19
Championship Sunday

Organized by Atlantic City FC in partnership with the Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City and the Esports Innovation Center at Stockton University. World Cup watch party viewing at EIC Boardwalk runs concurrently with every beach event day.

2026 Schedule

Six Weekends.
One Celebration.

Weekend 1
June 14 – 15
World Cup Opening Weekend — Maximum activation. The Series kicks off alongside the tournament's first matches. Expect the largest early crowds and opening day celebration.
⏰ 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Both Days
Weekend 2
June 21 – 22
Group Stage Peak — Multicultural community focus. Flag Day celebration. Nations represented on the sand as the World Cup's most diverse weekend arrives.
⏰ 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Both Days
Weekend 3
June 28 – 29
Round of 16 — Bracket intensity arrives. The knockout stage begins and the beach tournament matches the energy. Competitive mini-tournament escalates.
⏰ 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Both Days
Weekend 4
July 5 – 6
Quarterfinals — July 4th tie-in on Saturday. South Jersey Community Day. The Series reaches its midpoint with special programming and guest coach appearances.
⏰ 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Both Days
Weekend 5
July 12 – 13
Semifinals Week — Championship hype builds. Guest coach and demo day. Teams that have been competing all Series push for Championship Sunday glory.
⏰ 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Both Days
Weekend 6
July 19
Championship Sunday — Beach Soccer Series Finals + FIFA World Cup Final Watch Party at EIC Boardwalk. The biggest day of the summer. Awards ceremony, enhanced programming, and the whole world watching together.
⏰ 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM + Watch Party
Each Event Day

What Happens
On the Beach

Every event day runs 10 AM to 6 PM with rotating 90-minute programming blocks. Free play is always running on Field 2.

Time Field 1 — Structured Field 2 — Open Play
10:30 AM – 12:00 PM Youth Clinic (Ages 6–14) — ACFC coaches lead beach soccer fundamentals: dribbling, positioning, small-sided games. Free, open enrollment, capped at 20. Open Free Play — All Ages
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM Mini-Tournament Round 1 — 5v5, 10-minute games. Show up and form a team on-site. No pre-registration needed. Open Free Play — All Ages
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM Coaching Demo / Guest Session — ACFC coaching staff demonstrate World Cup techniques. Match viewing break for major FIFA games. Open Free Play — All Ages
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM Mini-Tournament Finals — Champions crowned. Giveaways and participation certificates for all competitors. Open Free Play — All Ages
4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Both Fields Open — All Ages Free Play
World Cup Watch Party: Key FIFA World Cup matches broadcast at EIC Boardwalk (adjacent to the beach fields). Programming pauses for Round of 16, Quarterfinals, Semifinals, and the Final. Walk straight from the sand to the screen.
Programming

Something for
Everyone

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Free Open Play
Walk up, lace up, play. Field 2 runs open free play all day every event day. All ages, all skill levels. No registration, no teams required — just show up.
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Mini-Tournaments
5v5 casual tournaments run every afternoon on Field 1. Teams form organically on-site. 10-minute games, single elimination. No prizes — just bragging rights and World Cup giveaways.
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Youth Clinics
Free structured coaching every morning for ages 6–14. ACFC-certified coaches teach beach soccer fundamentals in a 90-minute session. Capped at 20 per session for quality instruction. Register below to guarantee a spot.
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World Cup Viewing
Major FIFA World Cup matches broadcast at EIC Boardwalk — directly adjacent to the beach fields. Round of 16 through the Final. Indoor, climate-controlled, free.
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Free Food for Youth
Free food and drinks provided for all youth participants on every event day. Sourced from local Atlantic City vendors. Because a day on the beach shouldn't require a packed lunch.
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BGC AC Wellness
Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City runs free youth wellness sessions at EIC Boardwalk on all 12 event days. Sports & life skills, nutrition, family resources, and BGC AC program enrollment — open to all families.
Location

Atlantic City Beach
at Stockton University

Two FIFA beach soccer regulation fields set up side by side on the Atlantic City beach, directly in front of Stockton University / EIC Boardwalk at 3705 Boardwalk. Walk straight from the beach to the watch party at EIC Boardwalk — 30 feet away.

🏖️ Beach Fields

Address3705 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 08401
Fields2 × FIFA beach soccer standard (35–37m × 26–28m)
SurfaceNatural Atlantic City beach sand
ParkingStockton University campus lots + Boardwalk parking garages nearby
TransitNJ Transit AC Rail Line + bus routes serve the Boardwalk corridor
AccessFree, open to public — no gates, no wristbands

📺 EIC Boardwalk — Watch Party Hub

Address3705 Boardwalk (at Stockton University, Kesselman Hall)
ProgrammingFIFA World Cup match viewing • BGC AC wellness sessions • gaming
HoursOpen all event days, 10 AM – close
AccessFree, open to public
RestroomsAvailable at EIC Boardwalk location for all event attendees

EIC Boardwalk serves as the Series' operational headquarters — staging, storage, and staff base throughout the World Cup window.

📍
3705 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ
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Registration

Sign Up &
Get Involved

Free play and spectating require NO registration — just show up any event day between 10 AM and 6 PM. Registration below is for teams who want a guaranteed spot in the mini-tournament bracket, youth clinic pre-enrollment (limited to 20 per session), volunteer sign-up, and vendor/sponsor inquiries.
I understand that beach soccer involves physical activity and acknowledge that participation is at my own risk. I agree to follow all event rules and ACFC staff instructions. *
Sign me up for WorldCupAC.com event updates and Series news.
Free to register. No fees, ever.
You'll receive a confirmation email with event day details.
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You're Registered!

We've received your team registration. Check your email for confirmation details.
See you on the beach! #ACBeachSoccer #WorldCupAC

Youth clinics run every morning 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM, ages 6–14. Capped at 20 participants per session. Register below to guarantee a spot. Walk-ups welcome if space is available.
I am the parent/legal guardian of the child named above. I give permission for my child to participate in ACFC youth beach soccer clinics. I understand participation involves physical activity and acknowledge the inherent risks. *
I grant permission for ACFC/EIC to use photos or video of my child in event promotional materials.
Free. Spots limited to 20 per session.
Confirmation email sent immediately.
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Clinic Spot Reserved!

Check your email for details. Clinics run 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM on each event day.
We'll see you on the beach! #ACBeachSoccer

All volunteers receive ACFC staff vest and Series credentials.
Lunch and refreshments provided on event days.
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Application Received!

Thank you for volunteering. Andrew Weilgus or the ACFC team will be in touch with your schedule.
See you on the beach! #ACBeachSoccer

Local Atlantic City and South Jersey businesses are invited to participate as food vendors, merchandise sellers, or event sponsors. Vendor slots and sponsorship packages are available for all 12 event days or individual weekends. We prioritize minority-owned, veteran-owned, and Atlantic City-based small businesses.
Andrew Weilgus ([email protected]) will respond within 48 hours.
Vendor agreements issued after initial inquiry.
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Inquiry Sent!

We'll be in touch within 48 hours with vendor agreement details.
Thank you for supporting Atlantic City!

Questions

Frequently
Asked

No — free play and spectating require zero registration. Just show up any event day between 10 AM and 6 PM and join a pickup game on Field 2 at any time. Registration is only for teams who want a guaranteed tournament bracket spot, youth clinic pre-enrollment, volunteering, or vendor/sponsor inquiries.
Everything is completely free. Beach soccer, youth clinics, open play, food for youth participants, and the World Cup watch party at EIC Boardwalk — all free, all summer. No tickets, no entry fees, no registration fees.
All ages are welcome for free play and spectating. Structured youth clinics are for ages 6–14. Mini-tournaments welcome all ages. Adult and family pickup games happen all day on Field 2.
Sunscreen, water (refillable stations on site), and athletic clothes. No soccer cleats needed — we play on sand. Bare feet or athletic shoes work great for beach soccer. We provide the balls, goals, and all equipment.
On the Atlantic City beach directly in front of 3705 Boardwalk — the Stockton University / EIC Boardwalk location. If you're walking the Boardwalk, you'll see the fields. GPS: 3705 Boardwalk, Atlantic City, NJ 08401. NJ Transit bus routes serve the Boardwalk corridor; Atlantic City Rail Line terminal is a short walk.
Light rain won't stop play — beach soccer runs in most weather conditions. In cases of severe weather, lightning, or dangerous conditions, outdoor programming pauses and participants are directed to EIC Boardwalk for indoor shelter and watch party viewing. Check WorldCupAC.com/beach-soccer and ACFC social media (@atlanticcityfc) on event day mornings for any weather updates.
July 19 is the final and biggest day of the Series — the day of the FIFA World Cup Final at MetLife Stadium. We'll have enhanced beach soccer programming in the morning, the Series championship matches in the afternoon, an awards ceremony, and then the FIFA World Cup Final Watch Party at EIC Boardwalk. It's the biggest day of the summer. You don't want to miss it.
Email Andrew Weilgus directly: [email protected] or [email protected]. Phone: (609) 761-8173. For media inquiries, use the same contact. Follow @atlanticcityfc and @esportsinnovationcenter on social for real-time event updates.
Presented by Atlantic City FC in partnership with
Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City
EIC at Stockton University
JP Morgan Chase
Archer Greiner
Tilton Fitness Atlantic City
Comcast / Xfinity
WorldCupAC.com