Empire State Building Observation Deck Celebrates Soccer with World’s Most Iconic Soccer Jersey Exhibit, Custom ESB Jerseys, Player Visits, Lightings, and More

(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Empire State Building Observation Deck (ESB) – the #1 Attraction in the United States – today announced further 2026 programming for soccer fans in New York City with the world’s most iconic jersey collection from the Classic Football Shirts (CFS) vault, a limited-edition ESB x CFS jersey, official merch giveaways, and special lightings.

“As the world descends upon New York City for this anticipated global soccer event, fans can visit the Empire State Building Observation Deck for Manhattan’s best skyline views and a one-of-a-kind soccer exhibit,” said Dan Rogoski, observatory general manager. “International and American soccer fans can extend the celebration off the pitch at the #1 Attraction in the United States.”

• Iconic Jersey Exhibit: Match-worn and rare jerseys from Messi, Ronaldo, Beckham, and other legendary players, more than 100 in all, will be part of a four-floor exhibition from the CFS collection. The collection will be on view from June 9 – July 19. Guests can purchase tickets here.
• New York’s New Jerseys: In partnership, ESB and CFS created a custom ESB soccer jersey – inspired by the Observation Deck’s famed host uniforms – to be sold exclusively on the 86^th Floor Observation Deck from June 9-23.
• Golden Globe: Guests can celebrate their favorite teams’ victories with an oversized, golden soccer trophy and New York City’s best view as the backdrop on the 86^th Floor Observation Deck from June 9 – July 19.
• Official Cups: Each day from June 11 – July 19, the last 50 reservations at the ESB Observation Deck will receive a limited-edition commemorative cup – the perfect tournament keepsake for locals and visitors.
• Match Lights: The Empire State Building will shine its world-famous tower lights for the winner of each soccer match at MetLife Stadium, along with special moments to support U.S. Soccer. Text CONNECT to 274-16 for real-time updates on ESB’s iconic tower lights.

The Empire State Building’s world-famous Observation Deck Experience was voted the #1 top attraction in the U.S. in Tripadvisor’s 2026 Travelers’ Choice Awards: Best of the Best Things to Do and underwent a $165 million reimagination that added a new interactive museum with nine galleries, bespoke host uniforms, and an upgraded 102^nd Floor Observation Deck with unmatched views from the heart of New York City.

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About the Empire State Building
The Empire State Building, the "World's Most Famous Building," owned by Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. (ESRT: NYSE), soars 1,454 feet above Midtown Manhattan from base to antenna. The $165 million reimagination of the Empire State Building Observation Deck Experience created an all-new experience with a dedicated guest entrance, an interactive museum with nine galleries, and a redesigned 102nd Floor Observation Deck with floor-to-ceiling windows. The journey to the world-famous 86th Floor Observation Deck, the only 360-degree, open-air observatory with views of New York and beyond, orients visitors for their entire New York City experience and covers everything from the building's iconic history to its current place in pop culture. The Empire State Building Observation Deck Experience welcomes millions of visitors each year and is ranked the #1 Top Attraction in the United States in Tripadvisor's 2026 Travelers' Choice Awards: Best of the Best Things to Do, "America's Favorite Building" by the American Institute of Architects, the world's most popular travel destination by Uber, and the #1 New York City attraction in Lonely Planet's Ultimate Travel List. Since 2011, the building has been fully powered by renewable wind electricity, and its many floors house a diverse array of office tenants such as LinkedIn and Shutterstock, as well as retail options like STATE Grill and Bar, Tacombi, Ghirardelli, and Starbucks. For more information and Empire State Building Observation Deck Experience tickets visit esbnyc.com or follow the building's Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, Weibo, YouTube, or TikTok.

About Classic Football Shirts
Classic Football Shirts is the global destination for soccer jerseys, offering the largest collection of authentic jerseys in the world. Founded in 2006 in Manchester, UK, the company has grown into a global business that ships millions of items to customers in more than 130 countries.

Source: Empire State Realty Trust, Inc.
Category: Empire State Building

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