¡Vamos España!

If you are cheering on La Roja at the FIFA World Cup Finals against Argentina this Sunday, July 19^th, here are a few of the best places to watch the game in NYC.

Don’t forget to keep cool especially at outdoor venues, arrive early if you want a great view, and for some, make a reservation ahead of time for guaranteed entry.

1. Central Park (Great Lawn)

   • One of the world’s largest World Cup Final watch parties, with space for 50,000 fans watching on three giant LED screens. The event will also feature live entertainment, DJs, food vendors, and the first-ever FIFA World Cup Final Halftime Show.
   • Great Lawn, Central Park, Manhattan.
   • Free admission, but advance tickets are required through the Global Citizen lottery. Gates open at noon, and arriving early is strongly recommended. Sign up here: https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/events-broadcasts/fifa-world-cup-final-watch-party/

2. Little Spain

   • José Andrés’ Spanish food hall will be one of the city’s top gathering spots for Spain supporters, offering Spanish food, drinks, and match screenings throughout the venue.
   • 10 Hudson Yards, Manhattan
   • First-come, first served until capacity. There is an outdoor screen at Hudson Yards, which will likely fill with fans once Little Spain reaches capacity. More information: https://www.littlespain.com/ 

3. Rockefeller Center Fan Village

   • The official NYNJ World Cup 26 & Telemundo Fan Village will feature a giant outdoor screen, FIFA activations, merchandise, exhibits, giveaways, and a festive international atmosphere.
   • Rockefeller Plaza (30 Rockefeller Plaza), Manhattan
   • Free admission. No registration required. Enter through designated security checkpoints and arrive early for the final as access is available on a first-come, first-served basis, and this location is expected to be at capacity very early: https://nynjfwc26.com/fan-village/ 

4. La Nacional

   • New York’s historic Spanish cultural society is expected to host one of the city’s most authentic Spain supporter gatherings, complete with Spanish food, drinks, and fellow fans.
   • 239 West 14th Street, Manhattan
   • La Nacional will announce how they plan to host the game shortly. Check their social media pages and website or call for more information. https://lanacional.org/ 

5. Centro Español de Queens

   • One of New York’s largest Spanish community organizations, that attracts a passionate crowd of Spain supporters for major international matches at its restaurant.
   • 41-01 Broadway, Long Island City, Queens
   • Make a reservation at (718) 626-0872. Walk-ins will be accepted, but they will likely book up quickly. For more information: https://centroespanoldequeens.org/

6. Tomiño

   • A popular Galician restaurant near Little Italy serving traditional tapas, seafood, and Spanish wines.
   • 192 Grand Street, Manhattan
   • Table reservations are booked already, but try your luck at the bar, which is walk-in only. https://tominonyc.com/

7. Battery Park

   • A beautiful waterfront location overlooking New York Harbor and the Statue of Liberty. Bring a picnic blanket to watch on the big screen by the carousel.
   • Battery Park, Manhattan
   • Free and open to the public.

8. Brooklyn Bridge Park

   • One of the official fan zones, features a soccer pitch for 3v3 play, food vendors and a beer garden, interactive experiences, and cultural programming in addition to match screenings.
   • Emily Warren Roebling Plaza, Brooklyn Bridge Park, Brooklyn
   • Free admission, but registration required. Register to get tickets to enter the fan zone 24 hours in advance of the game: https://www.adidas.com/us/go/campaign/homeofsoccer/new_york

9. Pier 86 (Intrepid Museum)

   • Join the Intrepid Museum at Pier 86 for free outdoor World Cup Watch Parties, sponsored by Bank of America, with stunning NYC skyline and Hudson River views. Cheer your team to victory during upcoming Quarterfinal matches with multiple large screens throughout the Pier, plus food, beverages, merchandise available for purchase, and an exciting game-day atmosphere.
   • Pier 86, West 46th Street, Manhattan
   • First-come, first-served. Free and open to the public. Learn more: https://intrepidmuseum.org/free-world-cup-watch-parties-pier-86

10. Socarrat Paella Bar

    • An official partner of the FIFA NY/NJ Host Committee Local Program, this Spanish tapas & paella spot is screening the Final.
    • Multiple Manhattan locations (Chelsea, Nolita, Midtown East)
    • Reservations recommended; walk-ins welcome based on availability. https://socarratnyc.com/

Bonus:

NYC Tourism created a website concierge with hundreds of viewing options. Find a viewing location closer to you here:

https://www.nyctourism.com/worldcup26/

Please note that other Spanish cultural organizations like the Instituto Cervantes and the Hispanic Society of America Museum & Library will not host screenings of this game. If you are hosting a watch party in support of Spain and would like to be included in this list, write to us at info@queensofiasi.org.