Global soccer excitement is beginning to fill the air. The world’s largest soccer tournament, held only once every four years, begins June 11 at locations across North America. With locations across the U.S. hosting matches, excitement is even stronger this year.
If you’re not up for traveling to one of the host cities and attending a match live, there will be plenty of opportunities to watch your favorite teams in electric atmospheres with fellow fans here at home. Venues across Denver will be hosting watch parties throughout the entire World Cup, June 11 – July 19.
If you’re the type that want to stay home and host your own party with friends and neighbors, you can find a full schedule of the entire tournament, channels and options for streaming the matches here. Currently, Team USA is scheduled for three games:
- June 12 – USA vs. Paraguay – 7 p.m. MT
- June 19 – USA vs. Australia – 1 p.m. MT
- June 25 – USA vs. Türkiye – 8 p.m. MT
Celebrate with the Colorado Rapids
The Rapids want to help Denver make Skyline Park Block 1 at Visa Street Soccer Park and Bank of America Fields the soccer hub of the summer. Massive screens will air the matches while you enjoy a variety of entertainment and festive atmosphere with fellow soccer fans.
Soccer Celebration at Skyline Park will be hosted by the Colorado Rapids in partnership with Downtown Denver Partnership and Street Soccer USA. There will be food and drink vendors, fan activities, giveaways, live music, and you might even see some of your favorite Rapids players and coaches making appearances!
Note: Soccer Celebration at Skyline Park will prioritize a safe and seamless experience for all attendees, requiring fans to present a free digital general admission ticket, valid throughout the entire tournament, upon daily entry. Secure your ticket today and enjoy the entire summer of soccer for free!
McGregor Square
McGregor Square, located at 1901 Wazee Street between Coors Field and Union Station, will be airing the World Cup matches on their huge 66-foot screen, turning downtown Denver into one big watch party. Ride share or public transportation are highly recommended, and if you take the RTD Light Rail, you are just a 2-block walk from Union Station. If you do drive, parking and valet are available between 19th and 20th on Wazee Street on a first-come, first-served basis.
Note: Admission is free. Claiming a ticket isn’t required, but it helps organizers prepare for the best possible fan experience. Schedule and (free) tickets here.
Number 38
An incredibly popular Denver patio, Number 38 is ready to host a summer-long watch party for all of the World Cup matches. Known for their pet-friendly, indoor/outdoor space full of indoor TVs and large outdoor screens, sand volleyball courts, cornhole, and the biggest screen in Denver, it is a go-to location for fans to watch their favorite teams compete all year. It’s no wonder it will be a popular spot for the World Cup. Check out their website to see the full World Cup schedule.
Taking a group? World Cup party packs and table reservations at your choice of table for up to 10 are available if you plan ahead.
MoodSwing Denver
Located at 3625 E 48th Avenue, pickleball venue, MoodSwing, will air every USA and Mexico match on their large screen while you eat delicious food, enjoy drinks and enjoy their courts! A great way to stay active while watching the game!
Note: Some evenings may contain entertainment more appropriate for adults but their website is full of information so you can know what to expect.
The Brit Pub
If you’re on the south side of the metro area and the Springs is a reasonable drive, The Brit Pub is a new, authentic British pub winning many awards. They will be airing all of the World Cup games and on June 11 they will even be taping a special show live!
