Best Philadelphia Bars to Catch 2026 FIFA World Cup

Philadelphia is gearing up to host 2026 FIFA World Cup action, and the city's bars and taverns are no exception. Visitors from across the world will flock to the City of Brotherly Love between June 14 and July 4, 2026, to catch the action at Lincoln Financial Field.

The hospitality community is already preparing to entertain guests next year. A recent article by the Matador Network highlighted eight Philadelphia bars and taverns among the best places to watch FIFA World Cup games.

Brauhaus Schmitz at 718 South St. is a soccer-hyped German beer hall with large screens, an extensive beer list, and a tradition of World Cup block parties.

Cavanaugh's at 1913 Sansom St. markets itself as a neighborhood sports bar with many flat-screens and Union-focused specials. Fans of World Cup action are sure to flock here to catch the games and enjoy convenient transportation from hotels and stadium areas.

Con Murphy's Irish Pub, at 1700 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, features two levels and numerous TVs. Soccer and rugby are prominently featured year-round. On match days, guests can enjoy pints of Guinness, fish and chips, and shepherd's pie.

Fadó Irish Pub at 1500 Locust St. in Center City delivers an authentic pub atmosphere. It offers loud sound for major fixtures and up-to-date online schedules, appealing to fans seeking soccer coverage and pints of Guinness.

McGillin's Olde Ale House at 1310 Drury St. in Philadelphia blends historic charm as Philadelphia's oldest bar with a modern sports viewing environment. McGillin's offers HDTVs and projectors for World Cup coverage. In the past, the bar has run specials for the FIFA Club World Cup. The setting affords guests a short walk to the Reading Terminal Market, Chinatown, and most downtown hotels.

Misconduct Tavern locations on Rittenhouse Square and JFK Boulevard serve Arsenal Philadelphia fans with multiple screens and a robust burger menu. The tavern is conveniently located for guests near City Hall or Market Street hotels.

Stateside Live! at the South Philadelphia sports complex, 1100 Pattison Ave., offers a stadium-like viewing experience with a 32-foot LED screen and a 24-foot outdoor wall, drawing large crowds and providing easy transit access. 

Tir na nOg Irish Pub at 1600 Arch St. near City Hall stands out as an Irish pub with multiple rooms that host crowds for big tournaments. The tavern is renowned for its long bar, which accommodates groups without sacrificing one's view of the screens.