New Yorkers may soon have more places and more time to watch the World Cup, under a state plan to let bars host larger outdoor events and stay open during this summer’s tournament.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup, the first to be held in the U.S. since 1994, is expected to draw more than a million visitors to the New York City region, bringing a surge of fans to stadiums and to bars and restaurants across the area.
On Monday, Gov. Kathy Hochul announced that bars and restaurants will be able to apply for permits allowing them to host events outdoors throughout the games…