local events

watch parties, festivals & more happening around the Bay

NOTE: Watch party locations and dates are subject to change based on final approvals by FIFA and Broadcast partners.

USWNT vs Japan
Apr
11
USA

USWNT vs Japan

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Carnival SF
May
23
to May 24

Carnival SF

  • San Francisco, CA United States (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

For 2026, Carnaval San Francisco lifts high “La Copa del Pueblo”, the People’s Cup, a vibrant celebration of fútbol’s true heartbeat: the people who play it, love it, and live it. This theme honors the joy found in dusty fields, neighborhood parks, and busy city streets, where the game belongs to everyone and every goal feels like a shared victory. Just like Carnaval, fútbol is about connection, creativity, and the unshakable energy of community.

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Jun
11
to Jun 14

San Jose Earthquakes Celebration of Soccer Opening Weekend, presented by BAHC & SJ26

From the opening kickoff on June 11 through the final match on July 19, the Earthquakes will transform the iconic open-air San Pedro Square Market and surrounding streets into a month-long soccer festival.

Key Highlights of Soccer Celebration at San Pedro Market Square in Downtown San Jose:

  • Quakes & SJ26 Activations: The Earthquakes and SJ26 will host interactive fan zones, exclusive merchandise giveaways, appearances by Quakes mascot Q, meet-and-greets with soccer legends and an exclusive merchandise line of items only available at Soccer Celebration.

  • All 104 Matches, No Cover Charge: Every single match of the tournament will be broadcast live across multiple large screens throughout San Pedro Square Market and the surrounding streets. Admission is completely free with RSVP.

  • Quakes VIP Zone: Quakes Season Ticket Holders will have the opportunity to enjoy exclusive access to special benefits in their own designated VIP Zone.

  • A Taste of the Tournament: Fans can taste the world while they watch. San Pedro Square Market’s diverse culinary vendors will offer specialized, World Cup-themed menu items and drink specials representing the participating nations.

  • Entertainment Zone: Fans will be allowed to buy and consume “to-go” alcoholic beverages in designated areas outdoors.

  • Family-Friendly Soccer Village: Matches will also feature dedicated youth zones, face painting, soccer activations, interactive games and giveaways.

For the complete match broadcast schedule and up-to-date details on Soccer Celebration and viewing parties, please visit sjearthquakes.com/soccercelebration.

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Jun
11
to Jul 19

San Francisco Fan Zone at China Basin Park (Mission Rock)

  • China Basin Park at Mission Rock (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Schedule

  • June 13 (Brazil vs Moracco) 

  • June 17 (England vs Croatia) 

  • June 19 (USA vs Australia) 

  • June 22 (Argentina vs Austria) 

  • June 24 (Switzerland vs Canada) 

  • June 25 (USA vs TUR/KOS) 

  • June 26 (Norway vs France) 

  • July 3 (Round of 32 Matches) 

  • July 4-5 (Round of 16 matches) 

  • July 6 (Round of 16, 12pm match) 

  • July 10 (Quarter Finals, 12pm match) 

  • July 11 (Quarter Finals, 6pm match) 

  • July 14 (Semi-Finals) 

    • Bigger watch party event and activations 

  • July 18 (Bronze medal match) 

  • July 19 Finals 

    • Bigger watch party event and activations

Hosted by: Giants Enterprises

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Jun
12
to Jul 19

San Francisco Fan Zone at Pier 39

PIER 39 is ready to welcome the world!

This summer, enjoy soccer by the sea lions as PIER 39 broadcasts some of the most exciting match-ups during the FIFA World Cup Tournament. Guests can enjoy PIER 39’s vibrant year-round atmosphere – from family-friendly attractions, to award-winning restaurants and a beer garden, to locally-owned retailers – as they take in every exciting twist and turn of the broadcast event of the summer.

PIER 39 Schedule

  • Team USA Group Stage Matches:

    • Sat. June 12

    • Fri. June 19

    • Thurs. June 25

  • Select Round of 16 Matches: 

    • Sun. July 5 (2 matches)

    • Mon. July 6 (2 matches)

    • Tues. July 7 (2 matches)

  • Quarter Finals: 

    • Thurs. July 9

    • Fri. July 10

    • Sat. July 11 (2 matches)

  • Semi-Finals: 

    • Tues. July 14

    • Weds. July 15

  • Finals:

    • Sat. July 18 (Bronze Final)

    • Sun. July 19 (Final)

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Jun
12
to Jul 19

San Francisco Fan Zone at Thrive City

Watch Parties:

All Viewings:

Schedule

  • June 11 (Mexico vs South Africa) 

  • June 12 (USA) 

    • Bigger Watch Party & Activations

  • June 14 (Netherlands vs Japan) 

  • June 16 (France vs Senegal) 

  • June 18 (Mexico) 

    • Bigger Watch Party & Activations

  • June 27 (Columbia vs Portugal) 

  • June 29- July 2 (Round of 32 matches) 

  • July 7 (Round of 16) 

  • July 9 (Quarter Finals) 

  • July 19 (Finals) 

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Jun
15
to Jul 19

San Jose Earthquakes Celebration of Soccer, presented by SJ26

From the opening kickoff on June 11 through the final match on July 19, the Earthquakes will transform the iconic open-air San Pedro Square Market and surrounding streets into a month-long soccer festival.

Key Highlights of Soccer Celebration at San Pedro Market Square in Downtown San Jose:

  • Quakes & SJ26 Activations: The Earthquakes and SJ26 will host interactive fan zones, exclusive merchandise giveaways, appearances by Quakes mascot Q, meet-and-greets with soccer legends and an exclusive merchandise line of items only available at Soccer Celebration.

  • All 104 Matches, No Cover Charge: Every single match of the tournament will be broadcast live across multiple large screens throughout San Pedro Square Market and the surrounding streets. Admission is completely free with RSVP.

  • Quakes VIP Zone: Quakes Season Ticket Holders will have the opportunity to enjoy exclusive access to special benefits in their own designated VIP Zone.

  • A Taste of the Tournament: Fans can taste the world while they watch. San Pedro Square Market’s diverse culinary vendors will offer specialized, World Cup-themed menu items and drink specials representing the participating nations.

  • Entertainment Zone: Fans will be allowed to buy and consume “to-go” alcoholic beverages in designated areas outdoors.

  • Family-Friendly Soccer Village: Matches will also feature dedicated youth zones, face painting, soccer activations, interactive games and giveaways.

For the complete match broadcast schedule and up-to-date details on Soccer Celebration and viewing parties, please visit sjearthquakes.com/soccercelebration.

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