New York City will host the exclusive FIFA x Big Art Festival Gala on 16 July 2026, just days before the FIFA World Cup Final.
Held at Capitale in Lower Manhattan, the gala will bring together global leaders, football legends, prominent business figures, cultural personalities, media representatives, diplomats and distinguished international guests.
Attendance will be limited to just 350 guests, creating an intimate setting for one of the most exclusive events surrounding the World Cup Final.
The evening will combine luxury dining, live entertainment and international networking inside Capitale, one of New York’s most renowned historic venues.
The programme will feature a saxophone performance by Max Merseny, with American television personality Emily Austin hosting the event.
Carolina Rial and her band will also perform live, followed by a DJ afterparty, while global music star 50 Cent will headline the evening.
Additional special guests and surprise performances are expected throughout the night.
Guests will be served an exclusive gala dinner prepared by a two Michelin-starred chef, accompanied by premium beverages and world-class entertainment.
As New York prepares to welcome the FIFA World Cup Final, the gala will offer selected guests an opportunity to celebrate football, culture, business and international connections in an elegant and influential setting.




