Where to Watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 in San Diego
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is here, and San Diego is the perfect city to watch it. Whether you’re looking for a big-screen sports bar, a family-friendly outdoor watch party, or a special themed experience with the kids, there’s something for every fan across the county. We’ve rounded up the best spots by area so you can find one close to home.
Tip: Check venue social media pages for match-day specials, hours, and any reservation requirements before you go!
Special Events
These are the big ones, unique experiences you won’t find anywhere else:
- Frontwave Arena FREE Watch Parties, Oceanside. Free family watch parties on the big screen. Kids can run around on the field, one of the best deals in the county. Check their site for match schedules.
- LEGOLAND FIFA World Cup Experience, Carlsbad. Running June 26 through July 19 inside LEGOLAND. See the world’s largest LEGO stadium, meet LEGO Messi and Ronaldo, and play interactive soccer games. Included with park admission.
- SeaWorld FIFA World Cup Watch Parties, Orca Stadium, Mission Bay. Semifinals and Finals on July 14 and 19. Included with park admission. Come early for soccer activations and photo ops.
- SDFC Soccer Celebration at Fit Social, Belmont Park, Mission Beach. Free 39-day watch party showing all 104 World Cup matches on giant screens, June 11 through July 19. SDFC player appearances, live music, giveaways and more. Free entry, Fast Passes available for $18 for guaranteed access.
Encinitas
- YMCA World Cup Watch Party, YMCA Encinitas
- Novo Brazil Brewing, Encinitas
- Fox Point Farms, Encinitas
- Crack Shack, Encinitas
- Hamburger Hut, Encinitas
Carlsbad and San Marcos
- Novo Brazil Brewing, Carlsbad
- Tony Pepperoni, Carlsbad
- Park 101, Carlsbad, rooftop bar and North County game day HQ
- Dave and Buster’s, Carlsbad
- Oggi’s Pizza, Carlsbad
- Draft Republic, San Marcos, 28,000 sq ft with bowling, golf simulator, and 30+ TVs
- LEGOLAND FIFA World Cup Experience, Carlsbad
Oceanside and Vista
- Frontwave Arena FREE Watch Parties, Oceanside
- Novo Brazil Brewing, Oceanside
- Tony Pepperoni, Oceanside
- Fat Joe’s O’Side, Oceanside
- Good Pressure Brewing, Vista
- Burger Bench, Vista
North County Inland
- Tony Pepperoni, Rancho Bernardo and Escondido
- Round Table Pizza, Rancho Bernardo
- Kaminski’s BBQ and Sports Lounge, Poway
- The Hop Stop, Poway, family and pet-friendly beer garden in Old Poway Village
Mission Beach and Pacific Beach
- Crack Shack, Pacific Beach
- Draft, Mission Beach, boardwalk bar with a 31-foot LED screen
- Fit Social at Belmont Park, Mission Beach, home of SDFC’s Soccer Celebration
Mission Valley and Downtown
- Dave and Buster’s, Mission Valley
- Novo Brazil Brewing, Mission Valley
- Goal Post Garden, Mission Valley, SDFC fan zone with soccer activities for kids
- Crack Shack, Little Italy, Downtown
- Tom’s Watch Bar, Gaslamp Quarter, Downtown, 360 degree screens right next to Petco Park
Central San Diego
- AleSmith Brewing, Miramar
- Quantum Brewing, Kearny Mesa
- Hive Karaoke, Kearny Mesa
- Common Theory Public House, Kearny Mesa
- STP Bar-N-Grill, Clairemont
- Woodstock’s Pizza, SDSU / College Area
East County and South County
- YMCA World Cup Watch Party, El Cajon
- The Soap Factory, Santee
- The Hills Pub, La Mesa
- Johnny B’s Burgers, Brew and Spirits, La Mesa, 33 HDTVs and a great patio
- Surf Rider Pizza, La Mesa
- Grand Ole BBQ, Flinn Springs, Texas-style BBQ and live music
- YMCA World Cup Watch Party, Spring Valley
Did we miss your favorite spot? Drop it in the comments and we’ll add it to the list! And if you found this helpful, share it with your watch party crew.
This post may be updated as new watch party info becomes available. Check back closer to the Semifinals and Finals for SeaWorld and other special event details.
