San Jose is gearing up to be the ultimate destination for soccer enthusiasts this summer, as the city, in partnership with the San Jose Earthquakes and the San Jose Sports Authority, announces a series of vibrant viewing parties for the UEFA EURO 2024 tournament, culminating in what promises to be an unforgettable Uefa Euro 2024 Final experience.
Building on its momentum as a burgeoning soccer hub in Northern California – showcased by the Earthquakes, Bay FC, and the upcoming Copa América and 2026 FIFA World Cup – San Jose is ensuring fans won’t miss a single moment of the beautiful game. The UEFA EURO 2024 tournament kicks off on Friday, June 14, and will reach its thrilling climax with the UEFA EURO 2024 Final on Sunday, July 14.
For every matchday with games starting at 9 a.m. PT or later, fans can head to the lively viewing parties hosted at The Old Wagon Saloon & Grill and O’Flaherty’s Irish Pub. These popular spots are conveniently located on N. San Pedro Street, now a pedestrian-friendly zone, creating a perfect game-day atmosphere. For a detailed schedule of all viewing parties, you can check here.
Several marquee matches in San Jose will be elevated to full-fledged soccer festivals, promising an electric atmosphere. N. San Pedro Street will transform into a fan zone, featuring a giant outdoor screen and booming sound system, ensuring everyone catches every goal and thrilling moment. San Pedro Square’s accessibility is another bonus, with the VTA Santa Clara light rail station nearby and five Downtown parking garages offering 90 minutes of free parking, with real-time availability updates on parksj.org.
Adding to the excitement, the Mexican Heritage Plaza will host a large outdoor screen viewing party for the México vs. Venezuela match on Wednesday, June 26. However, the pinnacle of the viewing party experience will undoubtedly be the UEFA EURO 2024 Final at PayPal Park, the home of the San Jose Earthquakes.
KEY UEFA EURO 2024 FINAL VIEWING PARTY LOCATIONS:
- SAN PEDRO SQUARE MARQUEE MATCHES:
- Select marquee matches will be shown here, creating a festival vibe. Check the schedule for specific games.
- MEXICAN HERITAGE PLAZA MARQUEE MATCHES:
- Wednesday, June 26 – México vs. Venezuela (6 p.m.) will be shown on a big screen.
- PAYPAL PARK – UEFA EURO 2024 FINAL:
- Sunday, July 14 – UEFA EURO 2024 Final (12 p.m. PT) will be the highlight event at PayPal Park.
Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of the UEFA EURO 2024 Final excitement in San Jose! For complete details and to RSVP for the Copa América and UEFA EURO Summer of Soccer viewing parties across San Jose, please visit here. Get ready to cheer on your favorite teams and experience the thrill of the UEFA EURO 2024 Final in a community atmosphere.
