Retailer Giveaways, Special Tasting Menus and More to Celebrate Global Sport at Bridgewater Commons’ “Goal Zone @ The Commons” Event on June 20

BRIDGEWATER TOWNSHIP, N.J. (June 15, 2026) — With the world’s biggest tournament now under way, soccer fever is growing at Bridgewater Commons, with participating partners announcing special tasting menus and exclusive giveaways during “Goal Zone @ The Commons,” a free, interactive soccer experience on Saturday, June 20, from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. in Center Court.

Brazilian steakhouse Fogo de Chão has created a special tasting menu for the event, consisting of Brazilian empanadas, mac and cheese bites, steak and bacon bites, and caramelized fried bananas. The Party Shop will give away complimentary soccer-inspired balloon sculptures, while Iron Peak Sports & Events is offering a six-month Birdie membership prize at the Tee Box Golf House.

They join stores such as Macy’s, Champs Sports and Lids, which will feature official tournament apparel and accessories, while specialty retailers including the LEGO Store, Pop Mart, Pandora and Build-A-Bear Workshop showcase soccer-inspired collectibles and gifts.

“The excitement has been building for years, and the tournament has now begun,” said Tom Kovacic, Marketing and Business Development Director of Bridgewater Commons. “We’re excited that our retailer and dining partners are joining in the fun and are looking forward to a day of celebrating sports and the rich cultural diversity here in Central New Jersey.”

The event’s featured attraction will be two premium soccer simulators featuring realistic gameplay, precise analytics, and stunning HD visuals for interactive entertainment for athletes and families alike. Guests at any skill level can participate in penalty kicks, target practice, and passing mode to improve their soccer prowess at no charge. The challenges are open to all ages, with no purchase necessary. Participants are automatically entered to win prizes including a $1,000 shopping spree and other giveaways.

The event will also feature a special activation by the New York Cosmos with exclusive giveaways and a player meet-and-greet experience, as the team returns to the field in New Jersey, competing in USL League One and based at the historic Hinchliffe Stadium in Paterson.

In addition, a DJ will play international tunes, and the center will feature interactive photo ops to help visitors share their experience and 48 flags of the participating soccer teams will adorn Center Court. Guests are encouraged to represent their favorite national team, adding to the visual glory.

Located along Interstate 287 at the intersections of Route 22 and Route 202/206, the 1.1 million-square-foot Bridgewater Commons is Somerset County’s largest shopping, dining, and entertainment destination.

For more information on this event, visit www.bridgewatercommons.com.

About Bridgewater Commons

Bridgewater Commons is one of Central New Jersey’s premier shopping destinations, located in a vibrant suburb in proximity to New York City. The 1.15 million-square-foot shopping center features a mix of premier retailers and restaurants with wide consumer appeal. Over 130 brands call Bridgewater Commons home, from well-known national retailers and restaurants such as Anthropologie, Alo Yoga, Apple, Kendra Scott, lululemon athletica, Popmart, Williams-Sonoma, Seasons 52 and Fogo de Chão, alongside popular local shops like Athletifreak and Zuted Vintage. In 2023, Bridgewater Commons celebrated its 35th anniversary and is owned by Pacific Retail Capital Partners, one of the nation’s premier owners and operators of retail real estate. For more information on the property, please visit bridgewatercommons.com or follow on social media: Facebook @BridgewaterCommons and Instagram:

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About Pacific Retail Capital Partners
Pacific Retail Capital Partners (PRCP) is one of the nation’s premier retail operating groups of large open- air and enclosed shopping centers, with more than $3.0 billion in assets under management across the United States. Based in Southern California, the company’s portfolio totals 24 properties encompassing over 20 million square feet. With a highly experienced team that has a proven track record of generating value its stakeholders, PRCP is dedicated to evolving real estate for the next generation by working with the communities it serves to design master plans that transform its assets into high-performing mixed-use destinations. The vertically-integrated company provides end-to-end sourcing, assessment, underwriting, valuing, developing, market

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