Wednesday, June 17 is FIFA Fan Day at LSC, thanks to a grant from our partners at Choose New Jersey. You'll pay just $10 per ticket all day long! Enjoy a perfect summer day out at a great price.
Grab your shin guards, because this celebration packs some serious kicks! At LSC’s Summer of Soccer & Science, we’re celebrating world-class soccer as the FIFA World Cup takes place nearby. Explore Drone Soccer, LSC Rat-thlete Matches, Sock-er (played in your socks), and Subsoccer, (played under a table). You also have several chances to meet pro players from Gotham FC! In the final weekend—July 18 - 19—Pup Cup matches between adorable dogs in training with the Seeing Eye will definitely be the cutest championship face-off ever!
We know soccer fans want to see the games in real time, so we have viewing screens showing the games. Even better, on days with 3:00 pm games, you can attend our Soccer Watch Parties—a fun gathering with giant screens, a festive atmosphere, fun snacks and drinks for sale, and fellow soccer fans. Click here for the full Soccer Watch Party schedule and more details!
Drone Soccer - PSE&G Court, 1st Floor
Take to the skies in this fast-paced, team-based science sport where participants pilot caged drones through the opposing team’s goal. Try it yourself or cheer on your team!
LSC Rat-thlete Matches - Wild About Animals, 3rd Floor
Liberty Science Center’s own Norway rats have been training for these daily one-on-one soccer matches in a miniature soccer arena! You won’t want to miss these surprisingly skillful showdowns.
Sock-er - Governors Hall, 2nd Floor
Kick off your shoes and test your penalty shots on our synthetic ice rink! Divide into teams and see who can rack up the most points in these competitions every hour.
Subsoccer - Governors Hall, 2nd Floor
This head-to-head matchup comes with a toe-to-toe twist. It's played entirely under a table. Sit across from your opponent and use only your feet to pass, defend, and score.
LSC After Dark Events
Looking for after-hours soccer fun with other adults (age 21+)? Check out the soccer-themed parties and other fun events that our LSC After Dark team has in store for you! Click here to learn more.
Gotham FC Pro Players
We’re joining forces with the all-women soccer pros from Gotham FC! Players from the reigning NWLS championship team will make multiple appearances at LSC to meet fans, take photos, and demonstrate essential game-day skills!Tues., June 23,
Meet Khyah Harper and Talia Sommer
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Sun., June 28
Meet Shelby Hogan
12:00 - 2:00 pm
Tues., June 30
Meet Katie Stengel
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Sun., July 12
Meet Teagan Wy and Talia Sommer
12:00 - 2:00 pm
Pup Cup - (July 18, 19) Governors Hall, 2nd Floor
You’ve heard of the Puppy Bowl, now get ready for the Pup Cup! During the closing weekend of the World Cup, you can cheer on teams of adorable soccer-playing puppies from The Seeing Eye, a local organization that trains future guide dogs for people who are blind or visually impaired.
Match Schedule July 18 - 19
11:30 am | 12:30 pm | 2:00 pm
LSC's Summer of Soccer & Science is sponsored by
Dates: June 6, 2026 - July 19, 2026
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