Where To Watch 2026 World Cup In Windsor

WINDSOR, CT — Soccer fans in Windsor looking for a place to watch the 2026 FIFA World Cup have several local options, from a public library watch party to breweries, bars, restaurants and taverns.

Given the massive popularity of the World Cup, sports bars, restaurants and soccer-friendly gathering spots across the country are expected to draw large and energetic crowds throughout the tournament.

Some places to consider in Windsor include:

• Buffalo Wild Wings, 703 Poquonock Ave. — The Windsor location lists a full bar, big screen TVs and full sports coverage, making it another local option for World Cup viewing.
• Windsor Public Library, 323 Broad St. — The library is hosting World Cup watch parties where fans can watch soccer on the big screen, eat snacks and take part in activities. The events are open to anyone under 18, and families are encouraged to attend.
• Dudleytown Brewing Co., 1001 Day Hill Road — A brewery and taproom with craft beer, cocktails, wine, a beer garden and food. Call ahead to confirm specific match availability.
• The Shed Bar & Café, 103 Poquonock Ave. — A neighborhood bar and café with beer, cocktails, music and food. Call ahead for match availability.
• The Tavern at Keney Park, 171 Windsor Ave. — A restaurant and bar at Keney Park Golf Course with cocktails, local brews, wine and food. Call ahead to confirm whether World Cup matches will be shown.
• Bear’s Smokehouse BBQ, 2152 Poquonock Ave. — A barbecue restaurant with dine-in options. Call ahead to confirm specific match availability.

Businesses, restaurants or organizations in Windsor hosting World Cup watch parties or showing matches can contact Patch editor Jay Kenney to be considered for inclusion on this list.

Fans looking for a larger soccer atmosphere can also find nearby and regional watch parties. Bobby V’s Restaurant & Sports Bar in Windsor Locks has been promoting “Summer of Soccer” coverage, while Hartford’s Summer of Soccer has included public watch parties at Trinity Health Stadium, Parkville Market and Pratt Street.

The 2026 World Cup runs 39 days, from Thursday, June 11, through Sunday, July 19. For the first time, the tournament features 48 teams, making it the largest World Cup ever.

Fans from around the globe have come to North America for matches being played across the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Eleven U.S. cities are hosting matches: Atlanta, Boston, Dallas, Houston, Kansas City, Los Angeles, Miami, Philadelphia, San Francisco, Seattle and East Rutherford, New Jersey.

The tournament also included opening ceremonies in the host nations, with events in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The ceremonies were created by Marco Balich, the Italian producer behind the opening ceremony for the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.

The Associated Press contributed reporting.

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