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World Cup Hub

FLORIDA YOUTH SOCCER WORLD CUP HUB

The road to FIFA World Cup 2026 is underway. This page will be updated periodically to keep fans informed about world cup watch parties, fan festivals, special events, and soccer celebrations happening throughout the Sunshine State.

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OFFICIAL GAME SCHEDULE

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US SOCCER HUB

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MIAMI STADIUM

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FLORIDA WATCH PARTIES

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Florida YOUTH SOCCER FESTS

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SOCCER NEAR YOU

Florida Watch Party List

  • Miami Beach: Official Kickoff Watch Party & Concert at 10th Street & Ocean Drive. Free beachfront watch party featuring a live broadcast of Mexico vs. South Africa on multiple large screens, followed by a concert with DJ Cassidy and headliner Carlos Vives. Doors open at 2:00 p.m. 
  • Fort Lauderdale: American Social Fort Lauderdale watch parties begin for all 104 matches at 721 E Las Olas Blvd. with 100+ TVs and giant screens. 
  • Fort Lauderdale: LauderAle Brewery & Taproom watch parties begin for all matches. Big screen viewings with drink specials and rotating food trucks. The ticket includes one beverage of choice. 
  • Miami (Wynwood): Bar Tulio’s watch parties begin for all 104 matches in Wynwood, Miami. 14+ TVs, craft cocktails, tacos, tequila. Indoor dining and outdoor patio. No cover charge. 
  • Orlando: American Social Orlando watch parties begin for all 104 matches at Sand Lake Road (Restaurant Row). 100+ TVs and giant screens near International Drive and Universal Orlando. 
  • Orlando: Orlando City Soccer Celebration (Official Fan Fest) begins at Pointe Orlando, International Drive. Live viewings of all 104 matches with live music, entertainment, global food, Orlando City player appearances, and an official pop-up store. Runs through July 19. 
  • Orlando: Tom’s Watch Bar at 8050 International Drive begins showing all matches through July 19. VIP packages are available.
  • Tampa: The Blind Goat Tampa watch parties begin for all 104 matches at 4106 Henderson Blvd. All-day viewing throughout the group stage.
  • Miami: Batch Gastropub watch parties begin for all 104 matches at 30 SW 12th St. Tickets available per match day. Early arrival recommended for major games. 
  • Naples: June 11th – July 19th (finals). Paradise Coast Sports Complex. Watch parties will be held daily in a family-friendly atmosphere on a 40 ft jumbotron.  
  • Miami: Amerant Bank Arena – The plaza, outside the main doors of Amerant Bank Arena, will host a variety of pregame activations for families, including food trucks, face painting, inflatables, games, and more. More Information: https://seatgeek.com/world-cup-watch-parties-tickets/international-soccer/2026
  • Miami: Carousel Club At Gulfstream ParkOne of South Florida’s largest dedicated viewing destinations, Carousel Club is hosting official FIFA World Cup watch parties from June 11 through July 19. 
  • Doral: Downtown Doral is transforming an entire neighborhood into a World Cup village. Fans can gather around two giant LED screens while exploring participating restaurants, bars and public spaces throughout the district. 
  • St. Petersburg: Mary Margaret’s says it will be “turning the sound on and showing matches all tournament long with indoor + patio viewing right in Downtown St. Pete.” | Mary Margaret’s Olde Irish Tavern, St. Pete
  • St. Petersburg: Tampa Bay’s home of soccer will turn into a roaring watch party for the first USA game. Soccer fans can also enjoy a $5 beer and seltzer special during the big match. | Al Lang Stadium, St. Pete 
  • Tampa: Armature Works will be hosting watch parties for the following games on its south lawn: Friday, June 12 | 9 p.m. | USA v. Paraguay
  • Tampa: If you’re looking for a spot to post up for every big match, the Blind Goat says it will be “going all in.” | The Blind Goat
  • St. Petersburg: Golden Isles says it will be showing “as many games as we can during operational biz hours.” For the first week, that includes the following World Cup matches: Friday, June 12 | 3 p.m. | Canada v. Bosnia & Herzegovina & 9 p.m. | USA v. Paraguay
  • St. Petersburg: Ferg’s Sports Bar will be holding various watch parties throughout the month of June. The latest updates and a calendar of events can be found on the bar’s website.
  • Coral Gables: Few venues are embracing soccer culture quite like JohnMartin’s. The longtime Coral Gables institution is undergoing a complete football-pub transformation for the duration of the tournament, extending operating hours and broadcasting every single match.
  • Miami: Brickell staple Barsecco is turning itself into a month-long World Cup headquarters. Every match will be shown live across multiple screens accompanied by exclusive food and drink specials, fan activations and watch party programming throughout the tournament.
  • St. Augustine: The Wobbly Whale Public House | St. Aug’s newest public house is leaning into the international energy with one of the most fun specials you’ll find anywhere.
  • Neptune Beach: Lemon Bar — Oceanfront USA Watch Parties + VIP Table Packages | The 904’s most iconic oceanfront bar is going **all-in for Team USA** with two epic watch parties featuring a **13-foot LED video wall**, game sound, giveaways, and reserved VIP table packages. | Friday, June 12  USA vs Paraguay @ 9:00 PM 
  • Jacksonville: Casbah Cafe — Avondale’s World Cup Home Base | A Jacksonville institution since 1999, Casbah just unveiled a dedicated outdoor viewing setup built specifically for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. That means every match, every day of the tournament is on- in one of the most distinct atmospheres in the 904.
  • Ponte Vedra Beach: Argyle | Want to elevate your World Cup experience? Argyle is Chef Jonathan Blackford’s upscale contemporary American restaurant at The Yards inside the Sawgrass gates
  • Jacksonville: GOALS — Jacksonville’s World Cup Pop-Up | If you’re a die-hard soccer fan, this is YOUR spot. GOALS is a pop-up watch party taking over Myrtle Avenue Brewing for the entire 2026 FIFA World Cup — broadcasting every single match, every day, with the kind of community-driven DIY energy that turns each game into an event.
  • Gainesville: The Queen’s Arms — Gainesville’s only traditional British pub will be serving up samples and freebies as the United States plays its first match of the competition against Paraguay on Friday at 9 p.m. As stated in the pub’s poster: “Come for the World Cup — stay for the Wrexham lager.”
  • Miami: The FIFA Fan Festival at Bayfront Park, Downtown Miami, begins. Free and open to the public. Live match broadcasts on giant screens, cultural performances, concerts, food, and family activities. Runs through July 5. 
  • St. Petersburg: Golden Isles says it will be showing “as many games as we can during operational biz hours.” For the first week, that includes the following World Cup matches: Saturday, June 13 | 3 p.m. | Qatar v. Switzerland & 6 p.m. | Brazil v. Morocco
  • Tampa: Armature Works will be hosting watch parties for the following games on its south lawn: Saturday, June 13 | 6 p.m. | Brazil v. Morocco
  • Hallandale Beach: Fan Fest Kick-Off Party featuring a live big-screen viewing experience, soccer clinics, food & drinks, giveaways, music, and family fun.
  • Largo: Commerce Brewing — Hosting World Cup viewing throughout the opening weekend, providing a gathering spot for soccer fans in Pinellas County.
  • Doral: Lucky Strike FIFA World Cup Watch Party — Showing every World Cup match throughout the tournament with special programming and fan activations beginning opening weekend.
  • North Miami Beach:Haiti vs. Brazil Watch Party at Jeffrey and Patricia Mishcon Athletic Field, 16601 NE 15th Ave., 5:00pm – 11:00pm. Live music, food trucks, vendors, kids’ activities, and community booths.
  • Tampa: The Blind Goat Tampa special USA vs. Australia Watch Party at 4106 Henderson Blvd. 
  • Miami Beach: Andres Carne de Res biggest watch party event, Colombia vs. Portugal. Giant match screenings, themed cocktails, beer buckets, and live music. 
  • Miami (Coconut Grove): Bayshore Club & The Hangar watch parties at 3391 Pan American Dr. Ticketed event with waterfront views of Biscayne Bay. General admission, VIP packages, and bottle service available. 
  • Miami: Colombia vs. Portugal watch party (Group K). Coral Springs: El Mariachi Mexican Spanish Restaurant watches parties throughout the tournament at University Drive. Tequila specials, live music, and signature La Copa Margarita. 
  • Orlando & Kissimmee: Adega Gaucha Brazil match viewing events (Brazil vs. Morocco, Brazil vs. Haiti, Scotland vs. Brazil). 
  • Miami Area: Amerant Bank Arena: The plaza, outside the main doors of Amerant Bank Arena, will host a variety of pregame activations for families, including food trucks, face painting, inflatables, games, and more. Colombia vs. Portugal, 7:30 p.m.  
  • Miami Area: Amerant Bank Arena: The plaza, outside the main doors of Amerant Bank Arena, will host a variety of pregame activations for families, including food trucks, face painting, inflatables, games, and more. Quarterfinals (Time TBD) 

Florida Youth Soccer Fests

As excitement builds around the 2026 FIFA World Cup, FYSA is launching YouthSoccer Fests to connect with local communities and grow participation in soccer across Florida. In addition to hosting regional Fests, FYSA will provide grant funding of up to $1,500 to organizations interested in hosting their own local Fest.

Youth Soccer Fests are free, open-to-the-community events featuring small-sided 4v4 play for players ages 5 through 10. Priority consideration will be given to events designed to engage new or first-time soccer players within the community.

Host Organizations will provide:

  • A free, open-to-the-community event
  • Small-sided 4v4 play for players ages 5-10
  • Event photos and registration lists
  • Coach facilitators

FYSA will provide:

  • Official Fest registration and sanctioning
  • Funding support of up to $1,500
  • Marketing collateral, including custom graphics and club logo lock-up
  • Sample curriculum and event resources to assist with implementation

Click here to access the Youth Soccer Fest Grant Application Form.

Applications will be accepted through July 1, 2026, or until available grant funds have been exhausted, for events scheduled through August 31, 2026. Award recipients will be notified on a rolling basis. Grant funding will be distributed following completion of the Fest.