Three Levitt Communities Host World Cup Fans From Across The Globe
Posted On Jul 17, 2026
Soccer fans from Lehigh Valley and beyond cheer on team USA in their final match of the tournament. Photo by: Ray Gabriel, Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks.
Since the opening match on June 11, the 2026 FIFA World Cup has captivated audiences worldwide—including several across the Levitt network, where free watch parties, festivals, and soccer-themed programming have turned Levitt venues into match-day gathering grounds for fans of all ages and backgrounds.
Levitt Pavilion Arlington hosted a free watch party for the Jordan vs. Argentina match that took place just a mile and a half away at Dallas Stadium on June 27. Texans and international visitors alike watched “the beautiful game” while enjoying Jordanian food, traditions, and artisan goods during the Visit Jordan Experience—a free three-day festival honoring the rich heritage of the country.
With Jordan’s national team competing in its first-ever World Cup, the event’s unique blend of Southern hospitality and Jordanian culture was the perfect way to celebrate the approximately 13,000 Jordanians who call Texas home, in addition to fans who traveled from abroad to cheer on their team in person. As Levitt Pavilion Arlington Executive Director Letatia Tekyl put it, “we get to experience and immerse people in the country of Jordan and watch some great matches on our live screen.”
Presented in partnership with the Jordan Tourism Board, the festivities included a street bazaar filled with cuisine, shopping, and local vendors, as well as a virtual video tour showcasing the beauty of Jordan’s cities and historical sites.
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In Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, concerts at Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks have become the official soundtrack to SoccerFest, the ArtsQuest campus’ World Cup celebration pairing free live music with an array of film screenings, visual art activities, and cultural experiences highlighting the globally unifying power of soccer.
Patrick Brogan, Chief Programming Officer at ArtsQuest, described the series as “an opportunity to celebrate not only the world’s game, but also the creativity, diversity and community connections that make events like this so impactful for the region.”
With its sprawling open lawn and great views, Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks has made for an inviting setting to the tournament’s dramatic games, fostering international appreciation amidst moments of friendly competition. Indeed, true to the collegial spirit of the game, one party of Scottish visitors noted that Bethlehem locals “love the Tartan Army,” referencing the cheeky nickname for fans of the Scotland national team. “They’ve embraced us with open arms.”
SoccerFest concludes with a watch party for the FIFA World Cup final match on Sunday, July 19.
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Levitt Pavilion Denver is also getting in on the action, as it also prepares to host a free watch party for the final on July 19. DJ CYN will energize the crowd with a pre-game set before the 1:00 PM MT kickoff, bringing music and soccer together for an afternoon of shared excitement.
Read more about celebrations across the network ahead of the final:
“Levitt Pavilion hosts Visit Jordan Experience ahead of Saturday’s FIFA World Cup game,” CBS News
“ArtsQuest Celebrates the Global Spirit of Soccer Through Music, Film, Art and Culture During SoccerFest,” The Valley Ledger