Best bars, restaurants and venues to watch FIFA World Cup in Vancouver
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has arrived, and Vancouverites are gearing up to watch the tournament along with the rest of the world (especially when there is food and beer involved).
Local football fans will have plenty of games to choose from during the World Cup from June 11 to July 19. In fact, it’s going to be the biggest sporting event of the season, so get ready to mark your calendar and make some plans.
For those looking for a place to watch the games, we’ve compiled a list of great bars, restaurants, and venues around Vancouver to catch the exciting soccer action.
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Parallel 49 Viewing Party
Parallel 49
What: Parallel 49 is transforming its 250-seat patio and event space into an outdoor viewing area for all of the games this June and July. Invite your friends to join you in checking out the giant 14-foot high-def TV during the no-cover-charge event, complete with access to the full beer list, 40 taps, delicious food, and cocktail menu.
There will be a live DJ on all Fridays and Saturdays from when the last game ends until late to keep the good times and the party going. Get there early to get your spot at a table or on the bleachers.
When: June 11 to July 19, 2026
Time: Open daily from 11 a.m. until late. Also open early for all of the 9 a.m. games.
Where: Parallel 49 Brewing Company – 1950 Triumph St., Vancouver
Cost: Free admission
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PROLINE House Pop-Up at Butcher & Bullock
What: The PROLINE House Pop-Up at Butcher and Bullock is the place to get the games, where you can have the ultimate soccer experience.
To get in on the action – make a reservation for pop-up event days – for every $5 bet placed you’ll receive a ballot into the grand prize giveaway and enjoy the game. That’s not all, there will be a number of other activation components and ways to win great items like PROLINE Swag, Team Canada Jerseys, balls, scarves, and more while watching all the action on the new 17-foot big screen TV, with fans and rivals alike.
When: Multiple dates: June 12, 13, 18, 21, 24, 26, and July 2 and 7, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Butcher & Bullock – 911 W. Pender St., Vancouver
Cost: Free, reservations online
Bay’Score Soccer Experiences
What: Experience the summer of soccer on a larger-than-life scale at The Westin Bay’Score Fan Experience, featuring match viewing on The Westin Bayshore’s immersive LED Infinity Wall, soccer-inspired games, and elevated stadium-style bites and drinks available for purchase on site.
Value-added Sip, Snack & Play combos can be pre-purchased to help fans save on match day, while the Kickoff Without the Chaos staycation package offers Fan Experience access, a poolside cabana, dining credit, and self-parking.
When: Multiple dates: June 16, 17, 18, 27, 28, 29, 30 and July 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 18, 19. Dates and schedules are subject to change.
Time: Various times, check the Bay’Score Soccer Experiences page for the most up-to-date match viewing schedule.
Where: The Westin Bayshore, Vancouver – 1601 Bayshore Dr., Vancouver
Admission: Access to the Fan Experience is complimentary with a $30 minimum food and beverage spend per person for a three-hour experience. Food and beverages will be available for purchase on site, and value-added Sip, Snack & Play combos are available for pre-purchase for fans looking to save on match day. More information online
Soccer in the Square 2026 Watch Party at Wesbrook Village, UBC
Live at UBC
What: UBC Properties Trust brings the excitement of the global soccer stage to Wesbrook Village with Soccer in the Square, a free, all-ages outdoor viewing experience.
From June 11 to July 19, catch live matches on the big screen at Norman MacKenzie Square, where fans can gather under a shaded tent with picnic seating to cheer on their favourite teams.
Expect a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere with picnic tables, leashed pups welcome, and easy access to takeout from nearby eateries. With space for up to 150 guests, plus movies, music, and entertainment between matches, it’s a festive community hangout all tournament long.
When: Various dates from June 11 to July 19, 2026
Time: Various times when games are on
Where: Norman MacKenzie Square, Wesbrook Village, UBC
Cost: Free
Gastown United
What: Gastown United is a neighbourhood-wide campaign that’s taking football fanaticism into the streets, patios, and venues of the neighbourhood.
From June through early July, visitors and locals alike can explore the neighbourhood through business activations, watch parties, and other exclusive experiences.
When: June 13 to July 7, 2026
Time: Various times
Where: Gastown
Cost: Free, more info online
Game Day Happenings at Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown
What: The Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown’s Game Day Happenings highlight an elevated experience during the FIFA World Cup 2026, featuring special food and beverage offerings, themed cocktails, exclusive dining features like the Chef’s Burger & Brew for $22, and a fan zone in the lobby.
Enjoy a lively atmosphere with curated menus, extended happy hour, and convenient access to match-day excitement, along with a Match Day Package that includes champagne, breakfast for two, and added touches designed to elevate the game-day experience, with options to reserve in advance for the best experience.
When: Now available until end of FIFA World Cup 2026
Where: Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown – 1128 West Hastings St., Vancouver
Cost: Happy Hour pricing varies. Chef’s Burger & Brew – $22. Match Day Package – room rate based on date and room type chosen. More info online
GRETA YVR World Cup Parties
Greta Bar
What: GRETA Vancouver invites you to join in the action with FIFA World Cup match-day viewing, pre-game celebrations, and post-game after parties. From June 11–July 19, GRETA YVR will stream the majority of matches with sound on, opening its doors 30 minutes before kickoff so fans can settle in before the action begins.
With multiple big screens, private and semi-private viewing areas, over 50 arcade games, and a match day-inspired food and drink menu, GRETA is the ultimate fan headquarters during the tournament.
Getting to and from the action is easy with Last Stop GRETA, a complimentary round-trip shuttle service between BC Place and GRETA aboard a HeyYa golf cart. Available on a first-come, first-served basis, fans can look for Last Stop Greta before and after matches to catch a free ride.
GRETA has also partnered with Red Bull Gaming Ground to bring even more competition to match days with a multi-week EA FC 25 tournament series with $500 on the line for the last player standing. Free to enter, PS5 only, and open to anyone 19+.
When: June 11 to July 19, 2026
Time: 30 mins before kickoff on select match days.
Where: 50 W. Cordova St., Vancouver
Tickets/Admissions: Free to enter, more info online
Game Days at South Flats
What: Game Days turns 1155 East 6th Ave. into Vancouver’s free, open-air home for the international soccer tournament. Catch matches on a big outdoor screen alongside live entertainment between games, food trucks, a beer garden, covered first-come, first-served seating, and a kids’ zone.
Running June 11 to 13 and June 18 to 21, with hours based on the match schedule. Reserve free tickets in advance.
When: June 11 to 13 and June 18 to 21, 2026
Time: Various times. Hours based on the match schedule (found on the website).
Where: 1155 East 6th Ave., Vancouver
Cost: Free, reserve entry tickets online
World Cup Festivities in Yaletown
What: Yaletown is transforming into the city’s unofficial FIFA World Cup playground from June 11 to July 19.
Throughout the popular Vancouver neighbourhood, fans will discover open-air viewing spots, mini soccer fields and interactive installations, patio takeovers and culinary experiences, and photo ops and activities for all ages.
Head to Helmcken Plaza, Yaletown’s largest outdoor patio destination for FIFA, where Earls Yaletown and Yaletown Brewing Company are teaming up for experiences in the open-air setting. Enjoy the expansive outdoor seating, cold drinks, and match viewing on the patios with your friends.
Parlour and Rivian are also transforming the Hamilton Street docks into a go-to social destination. The Ultra Patio elevates the tournament into an all-day social experience, delivering food, BBQ sessions, and inviting evenings that are perfect for fans of the game and of nightlife activities.
When: June 11 to July 19, 2026
Time: Various times, check the Yaletown events page for the most up-to-date schedule
Where: Various locations around Yaletown
Admission: Free
Kickoff & Connections: Canada vs Switzerland Watch Party by Bisou
What: Bisou is hosting an afternoon of soccer, food, drinks, and meaningful connections at Craft Olympic Village during the Canada vs. Switzerland game.
You’re invited to take part in the connecting and matching while cheering on the action on the big screen. Your ticket includes two drinks, food and dessert, live match viewing, and access to Bisou’s Match at Events feature.
Whether you’re looking to make new friends or are ready to explore a romantic connection, this Bisou event will make meeting people fun.
When: Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: CRAFT Beer Market False Creek – 85 West 1st Ave., Vancouver
Cost: Early Bird (first 30 Tickets) $40, General Admission $50. Purchase online
We will update this list with more events as the FIFA World Cup progresses.
With files from Daily Hive, Urbanized, and Offside staff