Looking for a place to watch the 2026 World Cup final in Northern Colorado?
The men’s World Cup has captivated attention for most of the summer and culminates July 19 when Lionel Messi and Argentina face Lamine Yamal and Spain for the title.
The match is at 1 p.m. Mountain on July 19. There are plenty of ways to watch, including a block party in Old Town Fort Collins.
Here’s what to know about the “World Soccer Festival” and popular bars to watch the game.
‘World Soccer Festival’ event in Fort Collins
The Fort Collins Downtown Business Collective is hosting the event in Old Town Square from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It is free to attend and large outdoor screens will be showing the game.
There will be opportunities for fans to win prizes, gift cards, merchandise and more. Players from the CSU women’s soccer team and Aggies FC will be present for photos and autographs. Former Colorado Rapids player Ricardo Perez, who is from Fort Collins, is also expected to attend.
There will be an interactive soccer zone with games, challenges and activities to participate in.
Boardwalk Park watch party in Windsor
Windsor is hosting a watch party at the Farmers Market Pavilion at Boardwalk Park beginning at noon on July 19.
The event is free to attend and no registration is required. Those attending are encouraged to bring blankets or chairs for seating.
Popular Fort Collins places to watch World Cup
Here are a number of popular bars, restaurants and breweries to watch the World Cup final in Fort Collins:
- Horse and Dragon Brewing
- Road 34 Deli and Tavern
- Krazy Karl’s Pizza and Sports Bar
- Grey Rock Sports Grill
- Tony’s Bar & Rooftop
- The Emporium Sports Bar
- Buffalo Wild Wings
- C.B. & Potts
- Salt Road Brewing
- Snack Attack
Reporter Abigail Flores-Johnson contributed to this report.
Sports reporter Kevin Lytle can be found on social media on X, Instagram and Threads @Kevin_Lytle and on Bluesky.
This article originally appeared on Fort Collins Coloradoan: World Cup final watch party options in Fort Collins, Windsor
