The FIFA World Cup 2026 has officially kicked off. While Chicago may not be a host city for any of the matches, there are still numerous ways to enjoy the tournament. From large watch parties featuring a 360-jumbotron to a local soccer bar, you won’t want to miss a single moment of this incredible event!
Recess and Chicago Fire are fully embracing the World Cup! The West Loop bar has set up a massive 360-degree jumbotron to stream every match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 from June 11 to July 19. This is part of a free six-week celebration of Chicago Fire Soccer.
Attendees can look forward to surprise musical guests, merchandise drops from local artists, player appearances, and prize giveaways. While entry is free, it requires a mobile pass.
Cheer for your favorite team at Soccer House
The ultimate place to watch the World Cup? Soccer House! This soccer bar is hosting outdoor viewing experiences in its German-style beer garden, where fans can enjoy matches throughout the summer.
The venue is also embracing soccer culture by incorporating it into its menu, featuring dishes inspired by countries around the world. Highlights include Argentinian smoked sausage, German pretzels, and stadium-style ramen inspired by Mexico.
View the World Cup games at Fulton Market Social
This summer, Fulton Market Social is creating an energetic atmosphere for the World Cup games, making you feel as if you’re in Europe. From June 11 to 27, the space is transforming into one large soccer watch party featuring a massive LED screen, game audio, outdoor turf, cold drinks, and more. You can RSVP for free entry or reserve a table here.
Tree House has transformed into the ultimate World Cup watch party
Tree House Chicago in River North has transformed into OLÉ. The pop-up space is adorned with jerseys, flags, and memorabilia from teams around the globe. OLÉ welcomes all ages until 8 PM from Friday through Sunday. After 8 PM, entry is restricted to those 21 and older. Walk-ins are welcome, but you can also reserve a table online.
Celebrate the World Cup with Woodie’s Flat’s famous chicken wings
Woodie’s Flat, the popular sports bar on Wells Street in Old Town, is celebrating the FIFA World Cup with its “World Cup Pitch Please Dip” spread and special drink offerings from June 11 to July 19.
For $15.95, enjoy a dip-centric platter featuring tricolor tortilla chips, chorizo beer queso, guacamole, and fire-roasted tomato salsa—perfect for sharing during watch parties. Drink specials include $25 Buckets and $45 “Big AF” Buckets of Bud Light and Michelob Ultra, $30 Buckets and $50 Big AF Buckets of NUTRL Seltzer, and $7 Stella Drafts.
Don’t miss out on Woodie’s Flat’s famous chicken wings, celebrated for their tender texture and flavor, which have won multiple awards at Chicago’s WingOut Festival. The bar will open early for U.S. matches outside regular hours and maintain standard hours for other matches.
Head to Cody’s Public House for daily World Cup specials
At Cody’s Public House, catch every match on 16 large TVs, including six in the beer garden. Enjoy daily World Cup specials: $6 22-ounce Michelob Ultra drafts, $6 Fireball shots, and $10 Tito’s draft cocktails. Specials during select matches include $5 Modelo drafts and $6 Grand Centenario shots for Mexico games, plus $6 Paulaner drafts and shots for Germany matches.
Enjoy $8 “Handshakes Around the World” from Frank & Mary’s Tavern
Frank & Mary’s Tavern, Avondale’s classic Chicago tavern for over 50 years, is celebrating the 2026 World Cup with watch parties and themed specials.
All matches will be broadcast on a 9-TV setup with great views. Guests can enjoy $8 “Handshakes Around the World,” featuring beer-and-shot pairings inspired by participating countries, such as Sapporo + Suntory Toki for Japan and Old Style + Malort for the USA. The tavern will also offer FREE “Popcorn Around the World,” allowing guests to season their popcorn with options like Bavarian seasoning for Germany and Tajín for Mexico.
Head to Olio e Più Chicago for an Italian World Cup watch party
Olio e Più Chicago will be showcasing all the World Cup matches on its charming patio, which features an Amalfi Coast vibe surrounded by greenery and string lights. To celebrate the tournament, they have introduced a new cocktail menu called “Cups of the World,” featuring drinks inspired by the participating countries.
For example, you can enjoy a Bourbon Old Fashioned for the USA or a Caipirinha for Brazil, both priced at $16. Guests can also indulge in favorites such as the roaming pasta cart, $10 Martini Mondays, Aperitivo Hour specials, and a weekend bottomless mimosa brunch while cheering on their teams.
Watch the World Cup with skyline views at the Gwen Hotel
Looking for a place to watch the World Cup with great cocktails and skyline views? The Gwen Hotel is hosting match viewings in its lounge and on its rooftop terrace, Upstairs at The Gwen, overlooking Michigan Avenue.
Don’t miss the weekday happy hour from 4–5:30 p.m., featuring $13 Gin & Tonics, $14 Tommy’s Margaritas, and delicious bites like Truffle Fries and Hummus
Enjoy taco specials and soccer games at Tacombi
Tacombi Chicago is celebrating the World Cup with a six-week party at its Fulton Market and Wicker Park locations. These venues will feature projector screens, full audio, and a lively atmosphere focused on fútbol, tacos, and Mexican hospitality. Games will be played during open hours, with schedules shared on Tacombi’s social media.
Specials include $25 mundialito (5 carnitas & 5 pastorcitos tacos), $15 el juego (2 mini tacos & 2 Pacifico), $15 el campéon jamaica margarita, $35 beer buckets, and more.
Watch at AJ Hudson’s Public House, a legendary neighborhood pub
At its core, AJ Hudson’s is an English pub and Chicago’s original soccer bar, serving as a gathering place for locals and expatriates from around the world to enjoy watching soccer.
