July 4
The nation's capital is going all-out with free fan zones, outdoor screenings, ticketed watch parties and special food and drink deals
Washington, DC is home to one of the country's most passionate and international soccer fan bases, making the city one of the best places to catch the 2026 FIFA World Cup™.
Get ready to cheer on every goal with fans across the city throughout the World Cup. Whether you choose to join in on large-scale fan zones on the National Mall to neighborhood watch parties and sports bar specials, there's a place to catch every match.
This is a snapshot of confirmed events and will be updated as new information becomes available. Check back for additions.
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★ Fan zones & free events
FIFA World Cup Fan Zone — National Mall
Neighborhood: National Mall (near the U.S. Capitol Building)
What to Expect:
- All Team USA matches shown plus every knockout-round game.
- Live match viewing, interactive exhibits, youth programming, cultural showcases, food, music and family-friendly activations.
Admission: Free and open to the public. More info.
D.C. United: United in Play Soccer Celebration
Dates:
- Franklin Park (Downtown): June 12-14
- Tingey Plaza (Navy Yard): June 19-21
What to Expect:
- Select Matches: USA vs. Paraguay (June 12), Brazil vs. Morocco (June 13), USA vs. Australia (June 19) and more
- Official FIFA World Cup 2026™ watch party with live match screenings, youth soccer activities, local food vendors and family-friendly programming
- Hosted by D.C. United in partnership with the DowntownDC BID and Navy Yard BID.
- Designated as Washington, DC's official World Cup epicenter by Mayor Muriel Bowser.
Admission: Free with advance registration
Hi-Lawn at Union Market
Neighborhood: NoMa & Union Market
What to Expect:
- Rooftop turf soccer pitch, giant LED screens, capacity for up to 1,000 fans.
- Soccer-themed trivia, DJs and entertainment.
- Kid-friendly during daytime hours.
Admission: Free with reservations available
La Cosecha
Neighborhood: NoMa & Union Market
What to Expect: Large-screen viewing, themed pop-ups and tournament specials. Ideal for fans of Latin American national teams — with tacos, arepas, pupusas and Latin drinks throughout.
Admission: Open to the public
Wunder Garten x Volo Sports
Neighborhood: Shaw
What to Expect:
- Kicks off with USA vs. Senegal (May 31) and USA vs. Germany (June 6).
- 75+ activations
- Giant indoor and outdoor screenings, themed entertainment, giveaways, fan competitions and specialty international brews.
Admission: Free and open to the public
The Wharf World Cup Watch Zone
Neighborhood: Southwest & The Wharf
Dates: June 11-30, July 1-19 (details still being finalized)
What to Expect:
- Pearl Street transforms into an open-air viewing destination with a large outdoor screen.
- Kirwan's and Pink Tiger hosting patio watch parties, with more restaurants expected to join.
Admission: TBD
★ Bars
See more of DC's sports bars and beer gardens.
Penn Social
Neighborhood: Penn Quarter
What to Expect: Massive sports bar kicking off with Mexico vs. South Africa on opening day (June 11); marquee matches throughout the tournament
Tom's Watch Bar
Neighborhood: Navy Yard
What to Expect: Tournament-long viewing events across wall-to-wall screens
Metrobar
Neighborhood: Brookland
What to Expect: Outdoor venue near Rhode Island Ave NE; Team USA watch parties on a 20-foot screen
Specials: Cocktails, beers and pizza specials
Upstate FTW at Sport & Social
Neighborhood: U Street
What to Expect: World Cup-themed food menu inspired by the three host countries, each tied to a specific stadium and region
Specials:
- Shrimp Siu Mai (Canada/BC Place) — chili crunch, sweet dark soy | $10
- Birria Tacos (Mexico/Estadio Guadalajara) — slow-cooked beef, fontina, consumé | 2 for $10
- Disco Fries (USA/MetLife Stadium) — pizza cheese and brown gravy | $10
Franklin Hall
Neighborhood: Columbia Heights
What to Expect:
- A strong year-round fan base for football fans, Franklin Hall will host a series of watch parties
- Home base for Croatia fans (June 4 & 17)
Solace Outpost
Neighborhood: Navy Yard
What to Expect:
- Screening every 2026 World Cup game (with sound)
Prost
Neighborhood: Mount Vernon Square
What to Expect:
- Authentic Bavarian beer hall with 11 German and Austrian drafts on tap
- Home base for Germany and Austria fans
- Will screen all matches
Specials: $5 off 1-liter Spaten drafts | $6 NÜTRL | $10 Pretzel Knotchos
Hall Pass
Neighborhood: Penn Quarter & Chinatown
What to Expect:
- USA opener festivities begin June 12 at this "Global Matchday HQ."
- Every tournament match, country-themed viewing parties, international beers, street food-inspired menus.
Lucky Bar
Neighborhood: Dupont Circle
What to Expect: One of DC's longtime soccer bars, hosting multiple USA watch parties starting with USA vs. Australia
★ Restaurants
Immigrant Food
Neighborhood: Downtown (near the White House)
What to Expect: Match streaming, plus a "World Cup Combo:" $13 for Greek wings and a beer
Mélange Foods, Inc.
Neighborhood: Shaw
What to Expect: Watch parties with World Cup drink and food specials across three menus (Mélange Burger, Doro Soul Food and Moya Ethiopian-Mexican fusion) from Chef Elias Taddesse
Specials:
- $8 tenders | $6 sliders | $4 tacos
- 6-pack Pacifico $22 | 6-pack High Noons $17
- $10 cocktails | $6 draft beers | $5 wines
Madhatter
Neighborhood: Dupont Circle
What to Expect:
- DC staple since 1982 with multiple screens, private dining options and country-themed viewing parties.
- Will screen all matches
Specials: $5 Mich Ultra & Madhatter Light drafts | $6 NÜTRLs | $20 pitchers | $30 NÜTRL buckets | $40 beer towers (120 oz)
Elephant & Castle
Neighborhood: Downtown
What to Expect:
- Kicking off with Mexico vs. South Africa (June 11)
- Full roster of World Cup games
Admission: Reservations available
Boundary Stone
Neighborhood: Bloomingdale
What to Expect: Full tournament schedule on screen; neighborhood pub vibe
Specials: $6 local drafts during all matches
Station 4
Neighborhood: Southwest & The Wharf
What to Expect: Four big screens, variety of matches, food and drink specials
Admission: Free RSVP
Public Bar Live
Neighborhood: Dupont Circle
What to Expect: Early opens for World Cup games throughout the tournament
Over/Under Sports Bar
Neighborhood: Mount Vernon Square
What to Expect:
- Rooftop sports bar with wall-to-wall TVs, game sound and all-day drink specials
- Brazil vs. Morocco viewing party on June 13
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