Where to Watch the World Cup Near MetLife (and What to Bring)

The biggest matches of the summer are landing at MetLife Stadium. Here is how to plan the day around them from the Roselle and Newark area.

This summer the world's biggest football tournament comes to Northern New Jersey, with matches at MetLife Stadium drawing fans from everywhere. If you are visiting for the games, you will probably be basing yourself somewhere in the Newark corridor, which puts you close to Joyleaf in Roselle. Here is how to think about the day, where to watch, and what to bring if you are planning a private watch party.

The best seat might be a private watch party

Tickets to the stadium are gold dust, and even with a ticket, you cannot consume cannabis there. Public consumption is not legal in New Jersey, and the stadium is a no-go. So a lot of fans are doing the smart thing: gathering at a rental or a friend's place to watch with good food, good company, and a stocked fridge. That is where a little planning pays off.

Quick rule: enjoy cannabis in a private residence only - not at the stadium, not on the street, not in your hotel hallway. Most hotels also ban smoking, so smokeless products are the way to go.

Getting around on match day

Roads and transit get busy around MetLife on game days, so build in extra time. NJ Transit runs rail service to the Meadowlands for major events, and rideshare is widely available, though surge pricing is real near the stadium. If you are coming from the Roselle or Newark side, the trip is short, which is part of why this corner of Union County is a convenient base for the tournament.

• Plan transit early - event rail to the Meadowlands fills up fast.
• Stock up before kickoff - order ahead so you are not shopping during the rush. Joyleaf delivers in the area, so you can have your watch-party kit dropped at your stay.
• Pick a designated driver if anyone is consuming - never drive impaired.

What to bring to the watch party

Keep it social, low-dose, and smokeless so everyone can pace themselves through 90-plus minutes. A simple kit covers it:

• Cannabis seltzers - the social hero. One per half is an easy rhythm.
• Low-dose gummies - relaxed and discreet, easy to share.
• A couple of infused pre-rolls for anyone who prefers them, used in a private outdoor space where smoking is allowed.

Our Match Day Kit bundles those together, so you can grab one and go.

See the Match Day Kit | Visitor guide & directions

Quick FAQ

Can I bring cannabis into MetLife Stadium?

No. The stadium does not permit cannabis, and public consumption is illegal in New Jersey. Plan to enjoy it at a private watch party instead.

Where is the closest dispensary to MetLife?

Joyleaf in Roselle is a short trip from the stadium and close to the Newark corridor where many fans stay. Order ahead or have it delivered to your stay.

How do I get to MetLife on match day?

NJ Transit runs event rail to the Meadowlands, and rideshare is available with surge pricing near kickoff. Leave early - game-day traffic is heavy.

What should I bring to a watch party?

Smokeless, low-dose, social picks: cannabis seltzers and gummies. Our Match Day Kit packages them for you.