More than just a moment: Your guide to Broward’s biggest World Cup parties
Soccer’s biggest tournament — the World Cup — is back in the Americas this summer.
The global event — 48 countries, 104 matches — kicks off Thursday, June 11, and will be cohosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada.
Seven games will be played at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens from June 15 through July 18, but you’re likely already in the know.
Where you’ll watch from is the real question, and Broward has no shortage of options.
Restaurants and sports bars countywide will livestream matches all tournament long, but only a handful of spots are planning to go all out.
Think concerts, curated menus, “fan zones” and giveaways that could land you at a game.
Want to know more? Here’s your guide to the biggest World Cup watch parties in Broward.
Amerant Bank Arena
If you’re looking for all bang, no buck, Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise will host four free World Cup watch parties with activities for the family to enjoy.
Each game will be livestreamed on the jumbotron, and there will be food trucks, face painting, inflatables and family-friendly games.
Also planned is a curated food and beverage menu of international fare from countries featured in the competition.
Which matches will be shown on the big screen? United States vs. Paraguay on June 12, Colombia vs. Portugal on June 27, a quarterfinal-round match on July 11 and the final on July 19.
Parking is free and gates open two hours before kickoff. Up to six free tickets can be claimed per person via SeatGeek.
- When: Friday, June 12; Saturday, June 27; Saturday, July 11; Sunday, July 19
- Where: Amerant Bank Arena, 1 Panther Parkway, Sunrise
- Info: https://www.amerantbankarena.com
Omni Fort Lauderdale
Hoping to watch the games in style? Omni Fort Lauderdale’s upscale sports bar, Fair Ketch, brings the pitch to life with an Anheuser-Busch partnership that promises lots.
On top of livestreaming the matches on the hotel’s immersive screens, guests can enjoy lounge seating, signature pours from the brewing giant and a “fan zone” with interactive lawn games.
Lucky attendees of the USA-Paraguay watch party could also score big with Omni’s Golden Goal Challenge, held at the hotel’s Topgolf Swing Suite on Friday, June 12.
How it works? Try your hand at scoring a goal in the simulator to enter a raffle for two tickets to a World Cup match in Miami, a one-night stay at the Omni and $200 in food and beverage credit.
Admission is free.
- When: June 11- July 19
- Where: Omni Fort Lauderdale, 1850 SE 17th St., Fort Lauderdale
- Info: https://www.omnihotels.com
World Soccer Watch Party at Carousel Club
Enjoy a two-fer — live horse racing and soccer — at Gulfstream Park, which will livestream World Cup matches from its open-air Carousel Club throughout the tournament.
The club, which announced it would shut down in late May, will reopen for the tournament and is set to partner with Michelob ULTRA, Stella Artois, and NÜTRL Vodka Seltzer for exclusive event drinks.
Also headlining the fun are visits from Miami eateries Pubbelly Sushi and Sergio’s, as well as giveaways where attendees can win free tickets to the Colombia-Portugal match or a round of 32 match.
Admission is free.
- When: June 11-July 19
- Where: Carousel Club at Gulfstream Park, 901 S. Federal Hwy., Hallandale Beach
- Info: https://www.gulfstreampark.com
Downtown Hollywood
Hollywood Boulevard transforms into the ultimate World Cup hub on Saturday, June 27, outfitted with large-scale video walls, retail vendors, food trucks and live music.
Starting at 4 p.m., the streets between 19th and 21st avenues will be closed to traffic and reserved exclusively for fans to cheer on their teams.
Two games will be livestreamed: England vs. Panama at 5 p.m. and Colombia vs. Portugal at 7:30 p.m.
Latin rock band Los Wizzards and Colombian-American popstar AleMor will perform after the matches at 9:30 p.m.
Admission is free, and parking at city-operated garages and lots will be available from 3 p.m. to 2 a.m. for $10.
- When: Saturday, June 27, from 4 p.m. to 2 a.m.
- Where: Hollywood Boulevard, 19th Avenue through 21st Avenue
- Info: https://www.hollywoodfl.org
