The Binghamton Police Department said it is reminding residents and visitors of updates ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 watch party in downtown Binghamton on Friday, June 12.

Police said Washington Street between Court and Hawley streets will be closed to vehicular traffic on Friday, June 12.

The watch party is scheduled to begin at 7 p.m., with streaming of the USA vs. Paraguay game starting at 9 p.m.

Police said open containers will be permitted only in the designated area on Washington Street between Court and Hawley streets. That area will be standing room only, police said, and attendees in the area must be 21 or older. No outside alcohol is permitted.

An alcohol-free watch area will be set up in the Metro Center Washington Street Mall, where police said chairs will be permitted only.

Parking information provided by police includes City parking garages at 7 Hawley St. and 183 Water St., the City-owned surface parking lot at 73 Collier St., and normal on-street parking areas.

Police said the forecast calls for thunderstorms to clear the area by late afternoon, with dry conditions expected for the event. The Binghamton Police Department and Fire Department will be on scene providing public safety coverage, police said.

Police urged attendees to enjoy the event safely and responsibly.

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