The 2026 FIFA World Cup is now in full swing, culminating with teams from around the world gathering in cities across Canada, Mexico and the United States to face off in the final on July 19th.
Miami is one of the host cities in the United States, with up to 1 million people traveling to Miami-Dade County for the festival. Although Orlando is not a World Cup venue, there are plenty of places to watch the global soccer tournament.
From the Orlando Soccer Celebration to countless bars and pubs, here are the places in Central Florida where you can watch all the World Cup games, including the USA vs. Australia game on Friday at 3 p.m.
orlando soccer celebration
This festival-style experience transforms Pointe Orlando into Central Florida’s “Ultimate Soccer Destination” with live viewing of all 104 World Cup games. Fans can also listen to live music and entertainment, sample food and drink offerings from around the world, and see performances by Orlando City and Pride players at the free-admission event. Sports & Social Orlando will be an “always-on hub” for live viewing on the venue’s second floor, with special event dates on June 19, June 27 and July 19 utilizing the main stage and video screens on the first floor. More information: orlandocitysc.com
orlando area
Harp & Celtic Irish Pub & Restaurant: Sip specialty drinks, listen to the sounds of the game, and enjoy the outdoor screen in the beer garden. 25 S. Magnolia Ave., Orlando; harpandceltpub.com
Wall Street Plaza: Three jumbo screens and 40 TVs will host a World Cup 47 game watch party. 25 Wall Street, Orlando. wallstreettorland.com
The Final Whistle at Thornton Park Pub: Orlando City SC and Orlando Pride branded pop-up bar featuring memorabilia from both teams and World Cup matches. 808 E. Washington St. in Orlando. orlandocitysc.com
À La Cart: Both downtown and SoDo locations will feature craft beer, food trucks, and watch parties. 274 N. Orange Ave. in Orlando and 2207 E. Michigan St. in Orlando. a la carte land.com
Hideaway Bar: Ivanhoe Village’s classic bar where fans can watch and celebrate the game. 523 Virginia Drive, Orlando. hideaway burnet
Gnarly Barley: Grab a sandwich, grab a craft beer and watch the game right across from Lake Ivanhoe. 1407 N. Orange Ave., Orlando. thegnarlybarley.com
Ivanhoe Park Lager House: Cheer on the U.S. Men’s National Soccer Team at all major games on June 19th and 25th and the finals on July 19th. 23 N. Orange Blossom Trail in Orlando. ivanhoeparkbrewing.com
BarkHaven: This dog-friendly hangout features World Cup cocktails, halftime happy hours, watch parties, and audio on all TVs. 724 Brookhaven Drive, Orlando. barkhaven.com
Walter’s Tavern: Watch every World Cup game on the big screen, enjoy drink specials and experience the energy of watching with fellow fans. 2105 N. Orange Blossom Trail in Orlando. walterstavernorl.com
Brewland: Catch the big game at four Central Florida locations: Orlando, Maitland, Sanford and Icon Park. 6820 Hoffner Avenue in Orlando, 8395 International Drive in Orlando, 160 Independence Lane in Maitland, and 400 Sanford Avenue in Sanford. brewlando.com
Deserves a tie: The biggest upsets at the World Cup so far have been games that ended 0-0, 1-1 and 2-2.
international drive area
Tom’s Watch Bar: Over 100 screens, reserved and VIP seating available for a fee ($40-$160). 8050 International Drive, Suite 1000, Orlando; tomswatchbar.com
Lucky Leprechaun: The only Irish-owned pub on International Drive is the epicenter of World Cup festivities. 7032 International Drive in Orlando. facebook.com
Murphy’s Pub: Enjoy pub grub and beers from around the world while watching World Cup matches every day. 6582 International Drive in Orlando. facebook.com
Stadium Club at Caribe Royal Orlando: Watch daily broadcasts on over 100 screens with 360-degree viewing and high-quality sound. Reservations and VIP watch suites are also available. 8101 World Center Drive, Orlando; stadiumclub.com
IceBar Orlando: Watch the big matches at Orlando’s ice destination. Table reservations are also possible. 8967 International Drive in Orlando. icevalorland.com
Universal CityWalk: Six different venues will feature World Cup-themed food and drink, plus live games at NBC Sports Grill & Brew. at 6000 Universal Blvd. Orlando. blog.discoveruniversal.com
Tin Roof: Enjoy a watch party at the festive ICON Park restaurants, bars, and venues. 8371 International Drive in Orlando. tinrooforlando.com
Cape Verde fans party into the night after historic World Cup debut
Kings Dining and Entertainment: Come in wearing your country’s colors or jersey and receive a free one-hour bowling pass. 8255 International Drive in Orlando. playatkings.com
American Social Bar & Kitchen: Celebrate with themed cocktails and watch all the biggest games. 7335 W. Sand Lake Road, Suite 101, Orlando; AmericanSocialBar.com
Sunset Walk Promenade: Enjoy an outdoor watch party, soccer goal-kicking challenge, food and drink specials, giveaways, and more. 3251 Margaritaville Boulevard in Orlando. sunsetwalk.com
Sanford/Seminole County
Kiwi’s Pub & Grill: This Altamonte Springs venue offers pub grub, drink specials, and 45 TVs to watch World Cup games. 801 W. State Route 436 in Altamonte Springs. kiwispub.com
Hollerbach’s German Restaurant: This Sanford staple focuses on games against the German team. Tickets ($35) include guaranteed seating and a buffet in the private fan zone on the second floor during the Germany game. 205 E. 1st St. in Sanford. horrorbachs.com
Busters Sanford: Watch every World Cup game with food, large TVs, game audio, and a large selection of European beers. 300 block of Sanford Avenue in Sanford. bustersanford.com
Grafton Street Pub: Watch every game on the big screen with food and drink specials, giveaways and a festive atmosphere. 7055 County Road 46A in Lake Mary. graftonstreetlakemary.com
Other Central Florida locations
Magical Meat Boutique: The popular British gastropub brings the energy of the World Cup to Mount Dora with every match displayed on multiple screens and imported with a tap. 3725 W. Highway 441 in Mount Dora. mmbpub.com
Fat Rosie’s Taco & Tequila Bar : Head to this hangout in Waterford Lakes for $1 shots when the U.S. or Mexico scores, taco platter sales during select games, and free queso and tricolor margaritas on tables wearing team jerseys. 749 N Alafaya Trail in Orlando. fatrosies.com
Jason’s Deli: Deli Dollar Goal Rush rewards reward loyalty rewards when the U.S. Men’s National Team scores. The first goal will give you a free strawberry shortcake with purchase, the third goal will give you a free soup with purchase, and the fifth goal will give you a free club sandwich with purchase. More information: jasonsdeli.com
Watch Party Radar: The website watchpartyradar.com has identified 216 venues in the greater Orlando area that are broadcasting World Cup games based on social media posts. watchpartyradar.com/Orlando
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