Where to watch the 2026 World Cup in Charlotte
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Tyber Creek is one of several spots showing the World Cup. Photo: Ashley Mahoney/Axios
The FIFA World Cup is almost here.
Why it matters: Bars and restaurants will be packed with people watching nations compete on the world's biggest stage.
State of play: The tournament runs June 11 through July 19 across North America.
Catch up quick: Charlotte is not hosting games, but the city still has a World Cup connection. The Scottish national team will train at Charlotte FC's headquarters in east Charlotte during their tournament run.
Go deeper: How Charlotte scored Scotland for the World Cup
Here are 35 places to catch the action around Charlotte.
Editor's note: This guide will be updated throughout the tournament. Locations are listed in alphabetical order — this is not a ranking.
Angry Ale's
This Montford staple has plenty of TVs and an outdoor patio.
Stop by: 1518 Montford Drive
Belfast Mill Irish Pub
The longtime Tottenham Hotspur bar in Uptown has an intimate atmosphere. It will be packed during the tournament.
Stop by: 144 Brevard Ct. Unit A
Blinders Sports Lounge
This massive sports lounge in South End has a nearly 60- by 15-foot TV screen that can show up to 24 games at once or become a single large display.
Stop by: 225 W Tremont Ave.
Caswell Station
In 2017, the former Elizabeth home opened as a bar and restaurant. It's owned by the same group as Big Ben Pub, which temporarily closed in October 2025. Caswell Station will serve Big Ben's fish n' chips during the tournament. They promise to show every match.
Stop by: 366 N. Caswell Road
Charlotte Beer Garden
The South End beer garden promises to show every match during the tournament.
Stop by: 1300 S. Tryon St.
Clutch Kitchen & Pour House
The Uptown sports bar is next to Bank of America Stadium and the Carolina Panthers' practice facility. The two-story space also includes an outdoor patio with skyline views.
- Clutch is also part of the group that owns Big Ben and Caswell and will also serve Big Ben's fish n' chips.
Stop by: 601 S. Cedar St.
Courtyard Hooligans
"Hooligans," Charlotte's beloved soccer bar in Uptown will be packed during the tournament. You'll find it across from Romare Bearden Park in Brevard Court. If you want to watch a match here, get there early. Space is tight, but it's a lively and intimate atmosphere.
Stop by: 140 Brevard Ct.
Dilworth Grille
American Outlaws' Charlotte chapter (USA supporters) will watch the United States men's national team play here. There will be raffles, drink specials and giveaways.
Stop by: 911 E. Morehead St.
Dom's Dive Bar
Expect traditional dive bar vibes with a few elevated elements, including a menu. The LoSo spot is from the same team behind Hooligans and Valhalla.
Stop by: 3609 South Blvd.
Duckworth's Grill & Taphouse
The popular Charlotte restaurant chain has plenty of TVs, burgers and beer.
Stop by: Ballantyne: 14015 Conlan Circle, Suite C1
- Huntersville: 16609 Statesville Road Huntersville, N.C.
- Mooresville: 560 River Highway Mooresville, N.C.
- Rea Farms: 9805-D Sandy Rock Place
- SouthPark: 4625 Piedmont Row Drive Suite 115A
- Uptown: 330 N. Tryon St.
Ed's Tavern
This Dilworth staple has tons of TVs and plans to open early during the tournament. Expect wings and drinks.
Stop by: 2200 Park Road
Freemore Tavern
Freemore Tavern in Wesley Heights is the younger sibling of Ed's Tavern. There are tons of TVs, food and drink options.
Stop by: 1500 W. Morehead St. Suite C
Gilde
The German brewery in LoSo will have a shot special for every goal scored during Germany and USMNT games and $5 bratdogs during those games.
Stop by: 3530 Dewitt Lane
Graham St. Pub
The Uptown spot is steps away from Bank of America Stadium. Its rooftop patio has skyline views.
Stop by: 400 S. Graham St.
Heist Brewery
The Charlotte brewery's original location reopened just in time for the tournament. If you wear a jersey on game day, you'll get 10% off food. There will also be drink specials and a passport promo to use at their three locations.
Stop by: Barrel Arts near Camp North End: 1030 Woodward Ave.
- Distro Beer Hub in South End: 2412 Distribution St.
- NoDa: 2909 N Davidson St. STE 200
Go deeper: NoDa's Heist Brewery to reopen this spring
Kilted Buffalo
The Plaza Midwood spot on Central Avenue has tons of TVs.
Stop by: 1212 Central Ave.
JackBeagle's
Head to NoDa or Wesley Heights for tons of TVs and plenty of mac-n-cheese.
Stop by: NoDa: 3213 N Davidson St.
- Morehead: 1404 W. Morehead St.
- Mt. Holly: 125 S Main St. Mt Holly
McHale's Pub
The Irish pub in NoDa will show the tournament. They're hosting several watch parties throughout the tournament.
Middle James Brewing Company
The Pineville brewery will have watch parties throughout the tournament and they're brewing a special beer to celebrate.
Stop by: 400 N Polk St. Unit B, Pineville, N.C.
Olde Mecklenburg Brewery
The LoSo and Ballantyne spot will show USMNT and Germany matches. Drink specials will be $5 Olde Meck for USMNT matches and $5 Hornets Nest for Germany matches.
Stop by: Ballantyne: 15025 Bowl St.
- LoSo: 4150 Yancey Road
Platform Sports Bar
The LoSo sports bar and lounge from the team behind PARA has a 40-foot main TV with 20 screens and tons of other TVs.
Stop by: 3216 S. Boulevard at The Platform at LoSo (take the elevator to the third floor).
QC Pour House
The South End spot has plenty of drinks, TVs and food to get you through the tournament.
Stop by: 200 W Tremont Ave. #101
Que Fresa
The popular Mexican eatery will serve $3 margaritas at both locations during Mexico vs. South Africa at 3pm on June 11.
Stop by: Wesley Heights: 1500 W Morehead St A
- Uptown: 530 S. College St.
Que Onda
The Mexican restaurant will have $3 margaritas at all of their locations for Mexico's opener vs. South Africa (this is also the tournament opener).
Stop by: Highland Creek: 13016 Eastfield Road #300
- Matthews: 3022 Weddington Rd #100
- Plaza Midwood: 1518 Central Ave.
- University: 9601 N Tryon St. K
- Uptown: 333 W Trade St. #101
Queen City Bites & Crafts (QCBC)
The beloved soccer spot and home for the Carolina Toffees Everton Football Supporters Club in Uptown will show the tournament.
Stop by: 135 Brevard Ct.
Resident Culture
The Plaza Midwood brewery will show games on June 12 and June 19 with sound on and food and drink specials.
Stop by: 2101 Central Ave.
RÍ RÁ
The Irish pub is another longtime soccer favorite.
Stop by: 208 North Tryon St.
Salud
The James Beard Award-nominated NoDa spot is constantly packed for soccer. Salud Cerveceria is upstairs serving food and coffee. Downstairs, Salud Beer Shop has you covered on beer selections.
Stop by: 3306-C N. Davidson St.
Sir Edmond Halley's Pub
This longtime pub is tucked away on the back side of Park Road Shopping Center.
Stop by: 4151 Park Road
Suffolk Punch
Head to their South End location for a watch party on June 12.
Stop by: 2911 Griffith St.
The Craic
The Irish-themed bar in SouthPark has tons of drinks on tap and will be launching new menu specials in conjunction with the tournament.
Stop by: 4810 Ashley Park Lane
Town Brewing Co.
This popular Wesley Heights brewery will open early at 2pm on Thursday, June 11, for the tournament opener. They'll have sound on for all USMNT matches and other select games.
- Tournament specials include $20 pitchers and buckets of Spratt's (their house premium lager) and two hotdogs with chips for $12.
Stop by: 800 Grandin Road
Tyber Creek
Charlotte's beloved Irish pub will open early for games that kick off outside of their usual hours. On June 11, they'll open at 1pm.
- They'll serve $8 Teremana Tequila throughout the tournament.
Stop by: 1501 S. Mint St.
Valhalla Pub & Eatery
The beloved Viking-themed pub has been serving pub food and cold beers at Uptown's Brevard Court since 2011. After a renovation last year, it now has more space to host fans during the tournament.
Stop by: 317 S. Church St.
Workman's Friend
This Plaza Midwood Irish pub is from the same team as Tyber Creek. It will be buzzing with energy during the tournament.
Stop by: 1531 Central Ave.