celebrate the world’s most popular game
Summer of Soccer at Lackawanna Station brings energy beyond the stadium into the heart of our community—creating a vibrant, accessible hub where global competition meets local connection. This 39-day, free festival delivers nonstop programming, including 104 live match broadcasts, 200+ activations, and thousands of fans each day—all in one premier destination for the world’s game.
More than a watch party, Summer of Soccer is a fully immersive cultural experience. Alongside every match, the station will come alive with global food, music, dance, storytelling, and community-driven programming that reflects the richness and diversity of the sport worldwide.
Our local businesses, artists, performers, and organizations will be woven into the fabric of this event, showcasing how Montclair’s identity meets the global cultures of this summer’s tournament.
This is not just about watching soccer—it’s about participating in it. From community panels and youth clinics to live performances and cultural celebrations, we invite you to engage, connect, and celebrate together.
Located in the heart of downtown Montclair, Lackawanna Station is a beautifully restored historic train station turned vibrant community hub. Just 15 minutes from MetLife Stadium, the venue offers direct NJ Transit access from New York City, more than 350 on-site parking spaces, and over 2,000 additional public parking spots nearby.
The Big Room has become home to some of Montclair’s most-loved events, including the Montclair Flea, Montclair Jazzfest, Toddler Rave, and a variety of community gatherings, pop-ups, and private events. The station itself is filled with independent businesses, local food vendors, and creative energy throughout the day. Located steps from Bay Street Station, guests are within walking distance of Montclair’s restaurants, shops, nightlife, and transit options.
About the Venue
Based in Montclair, BDP Holdings is a real estate investment and development firm focused on turning places into spaces — transforming overlooked, underutilized, and historically significant properties into vibrant destinations that serve the community. With more than 80 years of combined experience and over $8.5 billion in transaction volume, the firm takes a thoughtful, long-term approach to redevelopment projects across the New York Tri-State area.
For BDP, development is about more than buildings. Their work focuses on creating spaces where people gather, connect, work, and thrive, while strengthening the surrounding neighborhoods through responsible, community-centered development and lasting local impact.
About the SPONSOR
About Montclair, NJ
Montclair is one of New Jersey’s most vibrant small towns — known for its arts scene, amazing food, walkable downtown, and strong sense of community. Just outside New York City, it’s a place where creative people, entrepreneurs, families, artists, and locals all mix together.
With theaters, live music, coffee shops, boutiques, parks, and nonstop community events, Montclair has become a destination for people looking for culture, connection, and something a little more interesting than the usual suburban experience.
Our international soccer watch parties are built in that same spirit: bringing people together from different backgrounds to share energy, excitement, food, music, and community in one space.