The World Cup will kick off on June 11, and the San Francisco Bay Area is set to host six exciting matches. The games will be played at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, and even if you can’t get tickets to the matches, there’s still plenty of exciting things to do in the city for the World Cup. Keep reading for some of our favorite events in SF during the World Cup.
There are over 30 fan zones and activations in and around San Francisco this June. The fan zones will host screenings, local food, and other fun activations. Some fan zones include:
- June 11-July 19: San Francisco Fan Zone at Thrive City
- June 11-July 19: San Francisco Fan Zone at China Basin Park (Mission Rock)
- June 12-July 19: San Francisco Fan Zone at Pier 39
- June 19-July 11: Fan Zone at the Alameda County Fair
- June 11-July 19: San Jose Earthquakes Celebration of Soccer at San Pedro Square
- June 15, 22, 28, July 5, 19: The Art of the Game watch parties at Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History
Pride House SF Watch Party
On June 25, Pride House SF is hosting an exciting watch party for the U.S. vs. Turkey match. The party will be held at Yerba Buena Lane, and the party is open to everyone, from major soccer fans to first-time watchers.
A great way to watch one of the many matches (even if they aren’t in the Bay Area) is to join fellow fans at a local sports bar. There are plenty of great sports bars in San Francisco, perfect for enjoying the game. Some of our favorites include Bus Stop Saloon, one of the oldest bars in San Francisco, or classic Irish pub Danny Coyle’s.
Watch the game on the big screen at Thrive City
Chase Center’s Thrive City is an outdoor community area that regularly hosts exciting events. This June, you can watch the World Cup games on the big screen. The viewings are free, and lawn chairs are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Plus, you can grab some great food at one of the restaurants in the area to enjoy while you watch. The screenings will take place between June 11 and July 19.
San Jose Earthquakes Soccer Celebration
The San Jose Earthquakes are hosting a soccer festival at the open-air San Pedro Square Market and surrounding streets starting on June 11. The festival will include a fan zone, free watch parties, and a family-friendly area.
