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🌱 How will East Rutherford’s World Cup final reshape local hotel demand?
Spotted on the East Rutherford calendar: Art of Living Part 1 Program in the presence of Gurudev
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In today's newsletter:
- How will East Rutherford’s World Cup final reshape local hotel demand?
- Which legendary rap group joins Guns N’ Roses at MetLife Stadium?
- Which kosher wines are coming to East Rutherford this February?
Also on today's calendar: Art of Living Part 1 Program in the presence of Gurudev and 6 more events.
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- Tuesday: Cold with clouds and sun, with a high of 32 and low of 24 degrees.
- Wednesday: Breezy and not as cold, temps: high: 45, low: 29.
- Thursday: Periods of clouds and sun, with a high of 45 and low of 42 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Sporting events headline 2026 as key dates for potential hotel demand (costar.com) — East Rutherford is set to host the 2026 World Cup final on July 19, a massive global event expected to drive major hotel demand in the region. A broader look at 2026’s sports calendar shows this match, along with the Winter Olympics and a Bad Bunny world tour, as key drivers of travel and lodging worldwide. 
2. Guns N' Roses Announce Support Acts for Summer 2026 North American Tour (ticketnews.com) — Guns N’ Roses are bringing their Summer 2026 North American tour to MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford on August 12, with Public Enemy slated as the opening act. The tour features a rotating lineup of big-name support bands across the continent, but this East Rutherford date is one of the early marquee stadium stops. Tickets and full details are available through the band’s official site.
3. Annual Kosher Food & Wine Experience (5tjt.com) — A major kosher food and wine trade showcase is coming to the World of Blue Hotel at Two Meadowlands Plaza in East Rutherford on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. Industry guests can sample nearly 1,000 kosher wines and spirits from around the world, with a special focus on new releases and Israeli wines ahead of Passover 2026.
4. How much will it cost to see a World Cup soccer game in Philly? Depends on where you sit (pennlive.com) — World Cup final ticket prices at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford are set to soar as high as $8,680 for top-tier seats, while Philadelphia group-stage games start at $140. The piece compares prices across several 2026 World Cup matches, highlighting how much locals might pay if they want to see games in Philly versus the East Rutherford final.
📸 Around East Rutherford
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🗓 Upcoming Events in East Rutherford
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- Art of Living Part 1 Program in the presence of Gurudev
Hyatt Regency Jersey City on the Hudson, 2 Exchange Pl, Jersey City
6:00 pm
Friday December 19
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Other local events
- Holiday Gift Shop During School Hours-Please remember to bring your budget envelope
Kindergarten Center , 109 Sylvan St , Rutherford - Holiday Gift Shop in the Morning
Kindergarten Center , 109 Sylvan St , Rutherford - Winter Celebration-Pajama & Winter Craft Day-Wear your favorite pajamas to school (Wear shoes, no slippers)
Kindergarten Center , 109 Sylvan St , Rutherford - Minnesota Vikings Tailgate at MetLife Stadium
MetLife Stadium , 1 MetLife Stadium Dr , East Rutherford
9:00 am - One Session Day-12:45 Dismissal, Bring a Snack
Kindergarten Center , 109 Sylvan St , Rutherford - One Session Day
Union School , 359 Union Ave , Rutherford
8:00 am - New England Patriots Tailgate at MetLife Stadium
MetLife Stadium , 1 MetLife Stadium Dr , East Rutherford
9:00 am - New England Patriots at New York Jets
MetLife Stadium , 1 Dr , East Rutherford
1:00 pm
Wednesday December 17
Thursday December 18
Friday December 19
Sunday December 21
Tuesday December 23
Sunday December 28
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Music & Movement
Hackensack's Johnson Free Public Library Hackensack - Auditorium,
10:00 am - Storytime with Miss Emily
Children's Room Lodi -
11:00 am - Book Group: Esther Chehebar
JCC MetroWest , 760 Northfield Ave , West Orange
12:00 pm - (YA) Teen Tuesday: Half Day Free For All
Hackensack's Johnson Free Public Library Hackensack - Auditorium,
1:30 pm
Tuesday December 16
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