Mercer County Celebrates World Cup With Community Watch Events
WHO:
MercerMe - Norway supporters, Mercer County Executive Dan Benson, Paul Larson, Erin and Chris, Galo, Karina, Ben Chrnelich, Hackettstown Business Improvement District.
WRNJ Radio - Hackettstown Street Fair organizers, vendors, attendees.
WHAT:
FOX Sports - Norway's historic FIFA World Cup run was celebrated with a massive parade in Oslo, attended by more than 100,000 fans.
Sportskeeda - Norway players received a stunning welcome as they landed back home after the FIFA World Cup, with crowds flooding the streets of Oslo to celebrate.
NY Post - The return of Norway's team from the World Cup was marked by fighter jets flying overhead during the parade.
MercerMe - Norway supporters celebrated their team's World Cup run by performing a rowing motion, which has become a popular tradition among fans.
MercerMe - The watch party at Mercer County Park featured two World Cup quarterfinals played on giant video screens.
MercerMe - The event was described as a local version of the World Cup fan festivals occurring nationwide.
MercerMe - Local clubs and organizations, including Real Central Jersey, showcased opportunities for fans to engage with soccer beyond the World Cup.
MercerMe - Ben Chrnelich from Real Central Jersey highlighted the area's strong soccer culture and the presence of local teams like the Trenton Thunder and Trenton Ironhawks.
MercerMe - The watch party featured live music from Dockside, a DJ, interactive games, and a beer garden.
MercerMe - The event transformed the Festival Grounds into a celebration of Mercer County’s diverse communities.
WRNJ Radio - The Hackettstown Street Fair will include a soccer experience zone for attendees.
MercerMe - Hundreds of soccer fans gathered for a World Cup Watch Party at Mercer County Park.
MercerMe - The event featured live music, interactive games, international food vendors, and youth soccer activities.
MercerMe - England won 2-1 against Norway, and Argentina won 3-1 against Switzerland during the watch party.
WRNJ Radio - The Hackettstown Street Fair will feature more than 175 vendors, live entertainment, family activities, and multiple public watch parties for the FIFA World Cup final.
WRNJ Radio - The event will include three viewing areas for fans to watch the World Cup final.
WHERE:
WRNJ Radio - The Hackettstown Street Fair will take place along Main Street in downtown Hackettstown, New Jersey.
MercerMe - Mercer County Park, Central New Jersey.
WRNJ Radio - Downtown Hackettstown, New Jersey, specifically along Main Street and in various parking lots.
WHEN:
WRNJ Radio - The Hackettstown Street Fair is part of the NJ World Cup Community Initiative, with the event scheduled for Sunday, July 19.
WRNJ Radio - The Hackettstown Street Fair is scheduled for Sunday, July 19.
WHY:
MercerMe - The watch party aimed to celebrate New Jersey's role in the World Cup and the diversity of Mercer County.
WRNJ Radio - The street fair is part of the NJ World Cup Community Initiative, promoting community engagement through soccer.
HOW:
WRNJ Radio - The Hackettstown Street Fair is organized by the Hackettstown Business Improvement District.
MercerMe - The event was organized by Visit Mercer and included various activities to engage the community.
WRNJ Radio - The street fair will feature a Triple Beer and Spirits Garden and family-friendly seating areas for attendees.
(UPDATED July 14, 2026 06:43 UTC)
Norway's remarkable FIFA World Cup journey was celebrated with a massive parade in Oslo, drawing over 100,000 fans to honor the team's achievements. As the players returned home, they were greeted by enthusiastic crowds flooding the streets, creating an electric atmosphere. The celebration was further highlighted by fighter jets flying overhead, adding to the excitement of the historic event.
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(UPDATED July 14, 2026 05:45 UTC)
Norway supporters celebrated their team's impressive World Cup run at a lively watch party in Mercer County Park, where fans engaged in a rowing motion that has become a beloved tradition. The event featured two quarterfinal matches displayed on giant video screens and was likened to the World Cup fan festivals happening across the country, with local clubs like Real Central Jersey offering fans a chance to connect with soccer beyond the tournament. Ben Chrnelich from Real Central Jersey emphasized the area's vibrant soccer culture, highlighting local teams such as the Trenton Thunder and Trenton Ironhawks, while looking ahead to the Hackettstown Street Fair, part of the NJ World Cup Community Initiative, scheduled for Sunday, July 19.
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(UPDATED July 14, 2026 03:57 UTC)
The Hackettstown Street Fair is set to take place along Main Street in downtown Hackettstown, New Jersey, and promises to be an exciting event organized by the Hackettstown Business Improvement District. Attendees can look forward to a vibrant atmosphere featuring live music from Dockside, a DJ, interactive games, and a beer garden, all celebrating Mercer County’s diverse communities. Additionally, there will be a soccer experience zone for those looking to get active during the festivities.
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(UPDATED July 14, 2026 01:27 UTC)
Hundreds of soccer fans gathered at Mercer County Park for a lively World Cup Watch Party, celebrating New Jersey's role in the tournament with live music, interactive games, and international food vendors. During the event, England triumphed over Norway with a score of 2 to 1, while Argentina defeated Switzerland 3 to 1. Looking ahead, the Hackettstown Street Fair is set for Sunday, July 19, featuring over 175 vendors, live entertainment, and multiple public watch parties for the FIFA World Cup final.