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In addition to ALL of the FIFA World Cup 26™ matches, we’ve got tons of things to do at SteelStacks during the festival!

  

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Bethlehem Steel Company Soccer Team

Soccer and Steel

A special exhibit at the Bethlehem Visitor Center presented by Lehigh Valley Health Network, part of Jefferson Health will highlight the storied history of the legendary Bethlehem Steel Soccer Club.

Sponsored by the Bethlehem Steel Corporation, the team reigned as an American soccer powerhouse from 1907 to 1930 with 11 championships, including 5 U.S. Open Cup titles.

Bethlehem-based historian Dan Morrison will deliver two talks on the team, and the history of soccer in the region on June 20 at 12 p.m. and at 3 p.m. between matches.                                   

Kicks & Flicks: A Soccer on Film Series

The Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas (inside the ArtsQuest Center) is hosting a soccer-film series, Kicks & Flicks, this summer.

Come early/stay late for a match and take in even more football on the silver screen!

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Hot Glass Experiences

Celebrate Soccerfest 2026 by creating your favorite team colored paperweight. Also available is the “Bubble Bowl!” Work with the ArtsQuest Glass Staff to transform molten glass into a one of a kind object. No experience necessary, ages 6+, pieces need to cool overnight & participants need to either return to pick up their work or pay an additional fee for shipping.

Join us at a Hot Glass Experience during the tournament:

  • June 12-14
  • June 19-20
  • June 25
  • July 1
  • July 3

 
Hot Glass Experiences at SoccerFest take place in the ArtsQuest Glass Tent, located next to Lehigh Valley Public Media/PBS39.

Free Concerts!

The Levitt Pavilion SteelStacks presented by Lehigh Valley Health Network, part of Jefferson Health FREE concert series will be in full swing during Lehigh Valley SoccerFest this year!

When you’re not watching matches, join us for some amazing shows during the tournament:

  • June 11-13
  • June 18-20
  • June 25-27
  • July 2-4
  • July 9-11
  • July 16-18

 
There will also be free concerts on the Highmark Blue Shield Community Stage on the Air Products Town Square all summer long!

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¡Sabor! Latin Festival

presented by Highmark Blue Shield

June 26-27

¡Sabor! Latin Festival is ArtsQuest’s vibrant celebration of Latin heritage, music, food and community. Every June, this free event features live performances, cultural activities for all ages and an irresistible variety of Latin cuisine from local vendors.

One Earth ReggaeFest

presented by Movement Moves Media

July 11

One of the nation’s largest reggae festivals brings the uplifting rhythms of reggae to the SteelStacks campus for a day of music, culture and unity. Enjoy live performances from talented artists, vibrant food and craft vendors and a family-friendly atmosphere that celebrates peace, love and community.

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Blast Furnace Blues: Stars, Stripes and Steel

presented by Highmark Blue Shield

July 17-18

Blast Furnace Blues is celebrating America’s 250th this year! Join us for a two day celebration of this great American musical genre!

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