The 2026 FIFA World Cup is finally here, and with New York City serving as one of the tournament’s host regions, Brooklyn is gearing up for a month of soccer celebrations expected to draw fans from across the world.
The tournament, organized by FIFA, runs from June 11 to July 19 and marks the first World Cup expanded to 48 teams, making it the largest edition in the event’s history. Matches are being hosted across the United States, Mexico and Canada.
Matches begin June 11 with the group stages. The New York/New Jersey region will host five group-stage games at MetLife Stadium — the first being Brazil vs. Morocco on June 13 at 6 p.m. The expanded format means more matches, more national teams and a longer group stage, with the top teams advancing to the knockout rounds that culminate in the final in mid-July.
Whether you’re cheering for the United States, Mexico, Brazil, France or your hometown club’s biggest stars, Brooklyn offers plenty of bars, restaurants and watch parties for catching every World Cup match. Here are just some of the places across the borough where fans can gather to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Alma, Red Hook
For fans looking for a scenic World Cup viewing experience, Alma is transforming its three-story Red Hook restaurant into a tournament headquarters.
The family-owned Mexican restaurant will show every World Cup match on a massive 100-inch screen, creating excitement expected to peak during Mexico’s matches. The restaurant will offer a variety of specials, including $5 draft beers, $10 margaritas and $26 chicken tacos and house margarita combos.
Zum Schneider, Greenpoint
This summer, German venue Zum Schneider will bring the celebrations to Greenpoint where fans can watch every tournament match on their screens.
The venue will feature multiple viewing areas, rooftop access, food, beer, live music and fan events throughout the tournament. High-demand USA and Germany matches are expected to draw particularly large crowds, so plan accordingly.
Socceria, Greenpoint
Socceria, a new Mexican-inspired venue from the team behind Taqueria Ramirez, is expected to become one of Brooklyn’s liveliest World Cup gathering spots.
The space is planning a festival-like atmosphere for matches, with DJs curated to match the energy on the pitch and celebrations expected to spill onto surrounding streets when Mexico takes the field, including for its group-stage opener against South Africa. The venue is part of a wider wave of anticipation across Mexican communities in Brooklyn and Queens, as fans prepare to celebrate Mexico’s role as a co-host of the tournament for the first time in World Cup history.
Bar Tabac, Cobble Hill
For fans of Les Bleus, few places feel more natural than Bar Tabac on Smith Street. The longtime French bistro has become a gathering place for French expatriates and soccer fans during major international tournaments. Expect packed crowds, plenty of French pride and an atmosphere that feels directly transported from Paris.
The Monro Pub, Park Slope
At one of Brooklynn’s best-known Liverpool bars, fans can expect a crowd that understands soccer culture. The pub has built a reputation as a gathering place for passionate supporters and should be buzzing throughout the World Cup, particularly when England’s national team is in action.
Soccer Tavern, Sunset Park
For fans of Scandinavian soccer, Sunset Park’s Soccer tavern is expected to become a large gathering point. The neighborhood venue offers an alternative to larger crowds, but Soccer Tavern’s charm shines in their unique World Cup drink choices and specials. Look no further than the Penalty, Goalkeeper, Offside and more creative drink options.
Michelle’s Lounge, Flatbush
For Panamanian supporters Michelle’s Lounge is preparing for a summer full of national pride.
The venue has promoted World Cup watch parties centered around Panama’s matches. However, due to limitations, the bar will only limit 75 attendees per game. Be sure to arrive early to secure a spot at Michelle’s Lounge.
Kent Ale House, Williamsburg
A fixture of Brooklyn soccer culture for years, Kent Ale House continues to be one of Williamsburg’s most reliable destinations for major international tournaments.
The Kent Avenue pub plans to open early for World Cup matches and features a wide variety of large-screen viewing options with their 20+ screens. While the Republic of Ireland won’t be participating in the World Cup, fans should expect high foot-traffic in UK and USA matches.
Selva, Bushwick
Brazil and World Cup soccer have always been synonymous, and Selva plans to embrace that.
The venue has promoted viewing events for Brazil’s matches on June 13, June 19 an June 24. The venue will offer $10 caipirinhas, and will expect peak attendance for these matches.
Brooklyn Fan Zone, Brooklyn Bridge Park
Fans looking for a larger communal experience can also head to the official NYNJ World Cup 26 Brooklyn Fan Zone at Brooklyn Bridge Park.
Billed as one of the city’s premier tournament destinations, the fan zone will be open daily from noon to 10 p.m. from June 13 through July 19, offering live FIFA World Cup match watch parties, concerts, DJs, a beer garden, pickup games through the Plei app and adiCup 3-on-3 tournament action. The free event aims to bring together soccer fans from across the borough to celebrate the world’s biggest sporting event along Brooklyn’s waterfront.
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