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.
Carnival SF
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.
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.
San Francisco Fan Zone at China Basin Park (Mission Rock)
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
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)
Richmond Fan Zone at SS REd Oak Victory Historic Ship
Hosted by Richmond United Soccer Club
CIty of San Carlos Fan Zone
Match: USA vs Paraguay at 6:00 PM
HOSTED BY: CITY OF SAN CARLOS
San Francisco Fan Zone at Thrive City
Watch Parties:
Thursday, June 18 - Mexico vs South Korea, 6PM - 9PM
Broadcast in Spanish on Telemundo
All Viewings:
Mexico vs. Russia
12PM - 3PM
Netherlands vs. Japan
1PM - 4PM
France vs. Senegal
12PM - 3PM
Columbia vs Portugal
4:30PM - 7:30PM
10AM - 9PM
10AM - 9PM
9AM - 8PM
12PM - 11PM
9AM - 4PM
1PM - 4PM
12PM - 3PM
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)
Walnut Creek Fan Zone at Fiesta Cultural Street Fair
Hosted by Richmond United Soccer Club
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.
Richmond Fan Zone at SS REd Oak Victory Historic Ship
Hosted by Richmond United Soccer Club