As Canada’s summer of soccer and the 2026 FIFA World Cup quickly approach, it is officially time to make some viewing party plans in Calgary.
Toronto Stadium/Credit: City of Toronto
And for the Canada fans, you may want to act quickly to make reservations with the following restaurants and bars, as our first game is on June 12th. Among the World Cup viewing parties in Calgary are those for any of the matches, as well as viewing parties focused on Canada’s games. No matter your team or country, there are several places in Calgary that offer big screens and food or drink specials for the games. Plus, many also have special World Cup contests or giveaways happening during the games.
Matches in Canada
In Toronto
- Friday, June 12 – 1 PM | Canada vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Wednesday, June 17 – 5 PM | Ghana vs. Panama
- Saturday, June 20 – 2 PM | Germany vs. Côte d’Ivoire
- Tuesday, June 23 – 5 PM | Panama vs. Croatia
- Friday, June 26 – 1 PM | Senegal vs. Iraq
- Thursday, July 2 – 5 PM | Round of 32
In Vancouver
- Saturday, June 13 | 10 PM – Australia vs Turkey
- Thursday, June 18 | 4 PM – Canada vs Qatar
- Sunday, June 21 | 7 PM – New Zealand vs Egypt
- Wednesday, June 24 | PM – Switzerland vs Canada
- Friday, June 26 | 9 PM – New Zealand vs Belgium
- Thursday, July 2 | 9 PM – Round of 32
- Tuesday, Jul 7, 2026 | 2 PM – Round of 16
World Cup Watch Parties
Cheer on Team Canada at Calgary’s free downtown fan zone from June 12 to July 19, 2026. Watch matches on a giant LED screen at Eau Claire Plaza and Stephen Avenue, enjoy food trucks, mascots, youth drills, and family-friendly activities hosted by Calgary Minor Soccer Association, Cavalry FC, and Calgary Wild FC. Details
- Friday, June 12 at 1 p.m. at Eau Claire Plaza
- Thursday, June 18 at 4 p.m. at Eau Claire Plaza
- Wednesday, June 24 at 1 p.m. at Eau Claire Plaza
- Sunday, July 19 at 1 p.m. on Stephen Avenue
Last Best Brewing & Distilling
There are three separate dates/games available to book through Eventbrite at Last Best Brewing & Distilling, and these three dates include each of Canada’s games! Join Last Best for the June 12th, 18th, or 24th Canada games to enjoy exclusive Happy Hour deals or enter for your chance to win a $100 gift card to Last Best Brewing & Distilling. The event tickets are free but ensure you have a place to sit. Details
Where: 607 11 Avenue SW
Trolley 5
Get all of the 2026 FIFA World Cup action at the Trolley 5 Brewpub where there will be specials on beer and merch, and of course, all those games with sound on the big screens. During any of the FIFA World Cup games, you’ll be able to enjoy the Trolley 5 House Brews for just $7 each. Plus, those merch deals include limited-edition World Cup beer glasses (with your choice between a soccer cleat or a World Cup trophy-shaped glass). Details
Where: 728 17th Ave SW
Hudsons
Two Calgary Hudsons locations offer an exciting atmosphere for Team Canada matches or games between your other favourite teams. Sit back and relax with Canadian brews and snacks like poutine, Maritime seafoods, or the MVP Platter, while you cheer on Team Canada, who play on June 12th, 18th, and 24th. Plus, there may also be a few warmer days on which you can catch these games from the Hudsons patios.
Where: 1201 5 St. SW
700 16061 McLeod Tr. SE
The Banquet
No matter who is playing, if The Banquet Bar is open, they will have that FIFA World Cup match on their big screens. Plus, there are two Banquet locations in Calgary at which you can reserve a table for you and your watch crew. The Banquet has menus of handcrafted cocktails, local brews, and elevated pub foods, as well as pub games to help make the event more enjoyable.
Where: 3953 Univ Ave NW #220
80 Mahogany Rd SE #1000
Greta Bar
Calgary’s Greta Bar are going have special hours for the FIFA World Cup games which include Canada. So, no matter when our home team is on the field, you’ll be able to watch it at Greta where they also offer private parties and dining packages for the World Cup games. The food menu at Greta includes globally inspired street foods, perfect for an international competition. You may also be able to catch some of their Happy Hour specials for certain games, or one of the daily specials.
Where:
The Canadian Brewhouse
Each of Calgary’s three Canadian Brewhouse locations will be set up for you to cheer on team Canada or any other team during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This means you’ll be able to take advantage of different Brewhouse features for each game like the Happy Hour or Daily Specials. The Canadian Brewhouse also have television screens across many of their patios; so, if the weather is nice, you can enjoy it all with sunshine and fresh air. Details
Where: #220 3953 University Ave. NW
8538 Broadcast Ave. SW
425 36 St. NE
Jamesons Pubs
Both of Calgary’s Jamesons Pub locations will be airing all of the World Cup games during their regular hours, while select games will be played with full sound. The atmosphere of both pubs alone is enough to enhance any World Cup celebration or viewing party while the pubs will also have the World Cup’s official beer, Michelob Ultra, special during games. And during a few of the games, Jamesons Pubs will also have draws for jersey prizes!
Where:
- 230 17th Ave. SW
- 3790 Brentwood Rd. NW
Deerfoot Inn & Casino
Don’t miss your chance to catch the Canadian World Cup Games on the big screens of the Deerfoot Inn & Casino this June. The Casino will have each of Canada’s three upcoming matches cast over the screens of their Chrome Showroom. Tickets to these watch parties include a complimentary snack and drink as well as bar access.
Where: 1000, 11500 35 St. SE
How much: $21 per person
Elephant & Castle Pub
Not only can you catch all of the upcoming FIFA World Cup games at the Elephant & Castle Pub in Calgary, but you can also catch Canadian Premier League games. The Elephant & Castle is Calgary’s true home for soccer games with indoor and outdoor seating options (the patio is dog-friendly), reservations or private dining options, and pub snacks that pair perfectly with World Cup soccer.
Where: 1503 4th Street SW
Calgary Farmers’ Market
The Calgary Farmers’ Market will host viewing parties for each of the games that are on live while the market is open! The market food court is the best place for viewing the games; and here, you’ll have your pick between dozens of local food and drink vendors to help enhance the viewing experience. Plus, you’ll be able to grab some farm-fresh groceries on your way out.
Where: 25 Greenbriar Drive NW
All Beef Catering & Smokehouse
Catch any one of the three upcoming Canada World Cup matches with Calgary’s All Beef Smokehouse (who recently upgraded their TVs!). During each of the games, the Smokehouse will have prizes and giveaways, specials on shareable platters and buckets of international beers, and special appearances from the Wild FC players. As a restaurant located within the Calgary Soccer Centre, All Beef Smokehouse offers one of the best soccer atmospheres in the city.
Where: 7000 48 St. SE
Ship & Anchor Pub
When you need somewhere in Calgary to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup matches, then rest assured you’ll have a place to sit, cheer, drink, and dine at the Ship & Anchor Pub. The big screens of the Ship & Anchor Pub will be casting several different matchups, including those with Canda. While you are cheering on your favourite country/team, consider some of the elevated pub foods of the Ship & Anchor for catering your viewing party.
Where: 534 17 Ave SW