The best places to watch the World Cup in LA

Los Angeles is gearing up for a citywide takeover of the FIFA World Cup 2026, with bars, breweries, restaurants, and major venues across the region preparing for packed watch parties, extended hours, and match-day screenings that will stretch from neighborhood dives to large-scale immersive experiences.At the top end of the viewing scale, the FIFA Fan Festival at LA Memorial Coliseum will serve as the official hub from June 11–14, featuring opening matches including USA vs.Paraguay, live music, food vendors, soccer activations, and ticketed entry starting at $8.30. Cosm Los Angeles will screen matches inside its 12K+ LED immersive “Shared Reality” dome, while Tom’s Watch Bar in South Park will offer full-audio broadcasts, official watch parties, and VIP seating packages for high-demand games. LA Metro is also adjusting transit logistics for match days, with park-and-ride reservations up to $95, Union Station event parking capped at $65, and SoFi Stadium parking expected to run between $150 and $300.With SoFi Stadium food workers voting 96% in favor of a strike just days before the World Cup opener, soccer fans are mapping out alternative game-day plans at local Los Angeles spots to guarantee their beer and avoid the chaos. ...