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June 11, 2026
Where to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Charlotte
These Queen City spots will have all the action
by Ebony L. Morman
Charlotte world football (a.k.a., soccer) fans won’t have to look far to find a place to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup. From neighborhood pubs and sports bars to hotel lounges and restaurants offering food and drink specials, local businesses are embracing the tournament in different ways. Whether you’re planning to catch every match or just looking for a spot to watch Team USA, these spots offer plenty of ways to join the excitement.
Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar, multiple locations
The restaurant will offer 99-cent wings during Team USA matches throughout the World Cup, along with drink specials.
Blinders, South End
Offering World Cup game-day drink specials, including Modelo boot pints, Casamigos margaritas, and Corona buckets.
Caswell Station, Elizabeth
Since popular soccer hangout Big Ben Restaurant & Pub is still looking for a new home, Caswell will be serving up Big Ben’s popular fish & chips platter during every World Cup match.
Courtyard Hooligans, Uptown
Known as one of Charlotte’s go-to soccer bars, the spot is the designated official German Football Association (DFB) fan club in Charlotte.
Dunbar Social at The Ballantyne, Ballantyne
Dunbar Social will host FIFA World Cup watch parties, offering match viewing on big screens alongside handcrafted cocktails, curated beverages, and elevated shareable dishes. June 11-July 19.
Growlers Pourhouse, NoDa
Growlers Pourhouse will celebrate the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a World Cup Passport program. Guests can collect a stamp for each match they watch at the restaurant and earn tiered prizes along the way, including food rewards and a $50 gift card for completing all 30 stamps. June 11-July 19. Learn more online.
El Malo Tacos, Plaza Midwood
The restaurant is doing $1 off tacos and $3 beers during Mexico and USA matches.
Rí Rá Irish Pub, Uptown
Watch all matches live with sound throughout the tournament. Guests can also participate in the pub’s World Cup Selector Game for a chance to win $1,000 by earning points based on randomly assigned teams’ performances. Learn more online.
Suffolk Punch, South End
The celebration includes brackets, food, drinks, and a cash prize. June 12 from 6-9 p.m. $87.82. Purchase tickets online.
