Where to Watch The World Cup 2026

  • by Kristen Wagoner
  • June 10, 2026
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The biggest soccer tournament on the planet is finally here- June 11 through July 19, 2026- and the 904 is showing up in a big way. From two-story taprooms with 80 self-pour beers to oceanfront bars and country club grills, here's where to catch every match, every goal, every nation across Jacksonville.

Whether you're rooting for USA, repping your home country, or just here for the energy, we've got you covered.

USA MATCH SCHEDULE 
Friday, June 12- USA vs Paraguay @ 9:00 PM 
Friday, June 19- USA vs Australia @ 3:00 PM 
Thursday, June 25- USA vs Türkiye @10:00 PM 

 

Pour Taproom — Downtown's World Cup HQ

61 N Laura St., Jacksonville, FL 32202 (Downtown)
 

The biggest tournament in the world deserves the biggest watch party atmosphere in town — and Pour Taproom has the square footage to back it up. 7,000+ square feet, two levels, massive screens, a 40-foot projector, and plenty of room for your crew. They'll be showing EVERY single match of the tournament.

  • What makes it special:
    - 80 self-pour taps
    - Full-service cocktail bar
    - Full food menu
    - Bright, spacious, and fully air-conditioned
    - Complimentary validated garage parking
    - Private & semi-private spaces available

Happy Hour Daily (3-6 PM): 6 wings for $6 • $10 Smashburger • $10 Chili Nachos • $9 Bang Bang Shrimp • 5 for $25 Seltzer Buckets

USA Game Happy Hour — Extended to 9 PM-Midnight on game nights!

 

The Wobbly Whale Public House — Country-by-Country Beer Specials

6460 US Highway 1 North, St. Augustine, FL 32095
 St. Aug's newest public house is leaning into the international energy with one of the most fun specials you'll find anywhere: Beer specials on draft beers from whichever countries are playing. Watching Germany play? German pour special. Brazil? Argentina? Mexico? You name it — if it's on draft, it's on deal.

  • Why it works:
    - Big screens everywhere — every match shown
    - Country-themed draft beer specials
    - Great beer + great food
    - World-class atmosphere

Their tagline says it all: *Good Beer. Great Games. Unforgettable Moments.*

The kind of detail you only get from a local pub that actually loves the game. Every match becomes a mini cultural moment.

 

Lemon Bar — Oceanfront USA Watch Parties + VIP Table Packages

120 Atlantic Blvd., Neptune Beach, FL 32266

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. 

USA Watch Party Dates:
Friday, June 12  USA vs Paraguay @ 9:00 PM 
Thursday, June 25 USA vs Türkiye @ 10:00 PM 

Two epic nights. Don't miss out.

VIP Table Package — $100 (seats 4)

Reserve your spot and get the full experience:
Reserved table for four
Appetizer included
Bucket of Modelo
Souvenir Lemon Bar cup

Limited VIP seating — reservations recommended.

  • What to expect:
    - 13-foot LED video wall
    - Game sound throughout
    - Games & giveaways
    - Oceanfront patio energy
    - Famous Lemon Bar Freeze, Piña Coladas, Blackberry Margaritas
    - Tacos, fresh seafood, and bar bites
    - 600-person capacity

Island Wing Company — Every Game, Every TV

Southside: 4409 Southside Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32216
Bartram Market: 360 Bartram Market Dr., Jacksonville, FL 32259

Few sports bars in town go harder on TVs than Island Wing Co. The Southside location alone has over 65 large-screen TVs indoors and out, with 45+ beers on tap and a full food menu. The Bartram Market spot has **individual table TVs** so you can pick your own match without missing a kick.

  • Why it works for World Cup:
    65+ TVs at Southside (no bad seats)
    45+ beers on tap
    Baked-never-fried wings — Island Wing's signature
    Two pet-friendly patios at Southside
    Open late Thurs-Sat until 2 AM (for those late-night USA matches)

A proven soccer spot — they hosted the Sporting Jax x Champions League Final watch party. They know how to do a match day.

Argyle - Where Upscale Meets Game Day

254 Alta Mar Dr., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082 (The Yards at Sawgrass)

Want to elevate your World Cup experience? Argyle is Chef Jonathan Blackford's upscale contemporary American restaurant at The Yards inside the Sawgrass gates. A casual California coastal-style space serving chef-driven, seasonal Florida ingredients — and a place where catching a match feels like a destination.

  • Why it's worth the trip:
    Chef-driven menu with rotating seasonal dishes
    Casual coastal ambiance
    Tucked inside The Yards Golf, Tennis, & Pickleball Club
    Curated cocktail program

Hours: Mon-Thu 4-9 PM • Fri 4-10 PM • Sat 10 AM-3 PM, 4-10 PM • Sun 10 AM-3 PM, 4-9 PM

Perfect for a weekend USA match where you want food AS good as the game.

The Grove at OPCC — Orange Park's Community Spot

2525 Country Club Blvd., Orange Park, FL 32073


The Grove at Orange Park Country Club is the area's go-to for community, food, and great seats for the big game.Their Citrus Club has been the watch spot for everything from the NBA Finals to championship soccer — and World Cup is no exception.

  • What to expect:
    Multiple viewing spaces including the Citrus Club
    Full menu with weekly chef specials
    Driving range, events, and dining all in one
    Family-friendly atmosphere

A great pick for Orange Park, Argyle, and Oakleaf locals!

Front Runners Taphouse & Kitchen — Inside the Community First Igloo
3605 Philips Hwy., Jacksonville, FL 32207

Jax's newest sports pub is tucked right inside the Community First Igloo — the home of the Jacksonville Icemen — making it one of the most unique watch spots in town. A modern, elevated take on the sports bar with craft cocktails, rotating taps, gourmet burgers, and a kitchen that goes well beyond standard bar food.
What to know:

  • Modern, elevated sports pub atmosphere
    Craft cocktails + rotating beer taps
    Gourmet burgers and shareable plates
    Open daily 11 AM - 12 AM
    Hosts regular watch parties (NBA Finals, NHL, and now World Cup)

 

GOALS — Jacksonville's World Cup Pop-Up
Myrtle Avenue Brewing — 633 Myrtle Ave N., Jacksonville, FL 32209 (Springfield / Rail Yard District)
 

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.
The details:

  • Every single World Cup match shown
    Open noon to midnight EVERY DAY through June 27
    Cold drinks and full food menu from Myrtle Avenue Brewing
    On-site soccer market: vintage jerseys, stickers, artwork, and more
    DIY community vibe — the most soccer-forward experience in town

This is GOALS' second go-around — their first was the Euro / Copa América 2024 takeover in Springfield, which became a beloved community moment. If you appreciate the unique energy of a true soccer-first watch experience, this is where to be.

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Culhane's Irish Pub — USA Watch Party Central

Atlantic Beach: 967 Atlantic Blvd., Atlantic Beach, FL 32233
Southside: 9720 Deer Lake Ct., Jacksonville, FL 32246

If you want classic European pub vibes, Culhane's is bringing the energy. **Both locations** will show World Cup matches, and they've already announced **the biggest USA watch party in town** for USA vs Australia on **Friday, June 19 at 3 PM.**

  • The full USA slate at Culhane's:
    - Fri 6/12 USA vs Paraguay — 9 PM
    - Fri 6/19 USA vs Australia — 3 PM (Biggest Watch Party)
    - Thu 6/25 USA vs Türkiye — 10 PM

Expect World Cup–themed food and drink offerings, an electric crowd, and that real Irish pub atmosphere.

 

Strings Sports Brewery — Sound ON for Every Match

Springfield: 1850 N. Main St., Jacksonville, FL 32206
-Jax Beach: 1618 Penman Rd., Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250

Strings is doing what every soccer fan secretly wants — SOUND ON for every featured game. No more straining to read closed captions over Top 40 playlists. Plus, they're open at both locations with a tournament-long calendar from June 11 through July 19.

  • The deal:
    $4 Sliders (Thirsty Thursday)
    $4 Strings Pints
    Every match on every TV
    Sound ON for featured games
    Open late for every USA match

 

Players Grille — Jacksonville's Sports Bar
Brooklyn/Downtown: 600 Park St., Jacksonville, FL 32204 (inside Home2 Suites Hilton)
Mandarin: 10140 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32257

Players Grille calls itself "Jacksonville's Best Sports Bar" — and they back it up with TVs in every booth, every sport on screen, and a menu built for game-watching, Already a go-to for EPL fans in the 904.

  • Why it works:
    TV in every booth
    Wings + Double Grilled Wings (their signature)
    Burgers and bar classics
    Arcade games for the kids
    Pool & darts for the adults

Two locations means there's one close to you. Family-friendly sports bar through and through.

 

The Brix Taphouse — Coors Lite Promo Nights

300 2nd St. N., Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
 

Brix at Jax Beach is featuring the World Cup live Thursday June 12, Friday June 19, and Thursday June 25 with their signature drink lineup and a Coors Lite Promo on Friday 6/12 (8-10 PM) and Thursday 6/25 (9-11 PM).

  • Drink specials throughout the tournament:
    $6 Gatorades
    $4 Miller Lite / Dos Equis drafts
    $30 Beer / Seltzer buckets

Brand new patio is the spot. Good drinks. Great vibes. All the games.

 

The Block Jax — The Newest Experience

7520 Quarter Mill Dr., Jacksonville, FL 32256 (off Gate Parkway, just north of IKEA)\


The Block is going all-in with matches streaming on a massive 30-foot LED wall with game-day sound, plenty of room to spread out, and tiered seating options for every budget — from free lawn admission to premium VIP lounges.

General Admission — FREE
First-come, first-served lawn seating. Grab a drink, find your spot, enjoy the match from anywhere in the venue. Your entire group must be present to hold seats.

VIP Lounge — $2,000 ($165/person)
Limited to 2 per match. Private lounge for up to 12 guests. Private server, shaded sectional seating, fan and TV. Includes a bottle of Casamigos with mixers and 2 buckets of Michelob Ultra.

VIP Pavilion Sofa — $750 ($150/person)
Limited to 2 per match. Patio sofa seating for 5 guests with private server. Includes 1 bucket of Michelob Ultra.

VIP Mezzanine — $75/person
Limited to 32 seats per match. Elevated viewing, private server, complimentary Michelob Ultra. Buy individual seats or group together.

Reserved High Top Tables — $100 ($50/person)
Limited to 16 per match. Reserved high top under the pavilion with 2 barstools plus space for friends to gather.

Reserved Standard Courtyard Tables — $150 ($25/person)
Limited to 10 per match. Reserved seating under the pavilion in the main dining courtyard with 6 reserved seats per table.

A truly elevated way to take in the tournament. Reservations recommended for marquee matches.

 

Whether you're squeezing into a packed Irish pub for USA-Türkiye at 10 PM, sipping a frozen Lemon Bar drink during an early afternoon match, or going full VIP at The Block — the 904 is showing up for this World Cup like never before.

Save this guide. Pick your spots. Rep your country. See you in the crowd.

Have we missed your spot? Tag @904happyhour on Instagram with your World Cup watch party plans and we'll share the love.

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