San Jose is gearing up to be the ultimate destination for soccer fans this summer, hosting a series of vibrant viewing parties for both the prestigious UEFA EURO 2024 and the thrilling Copa América 2024 tournaments. Thanks to a collaboration between the San Jose Earthquakes, the City of San José, and the San Jose Sports Authority, soccer enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the excitement of these international competitions right in their own city.
Building on San Jose’s growing reputation as a Northern California soccer hub – already home to the Earthquakes and Bay FC, and soon to welcome the FIFA World Cup in 2026 and Copa América – this summer promises an непревзойденный soccer experience. Fans will have ample opportunities to gather, celebrate, and witness world-class football action.
UEFA EURO 2024 kicks off on Friday, June 14, culminating in the final showdown on Sunday, July 14. Copa América 2024 follows closely, starting on Thursday, June 20, and also reaching its climax on Sunday, July 14. For all matches starting at 9 a.m. PT or later during both tournaments, the party will be at two popular downtown locations: The Old Wagon Saloon & Grill and O’Flaherty’s Irish Pub. Both venues are conveniently situated on N. San Pedro Street, now a pedestrian-friendly zone, creating a perfect atmosphere for game-day gatherings. For a detailed schedule of all viewing parties, fans can check here.
For select marquee matchups, the viewing experience will be amplified into a full-fledged festival atmosphere at San Pedro Square. A giant outdoor screen and sound system will transform N. San Pedro Street into a live soccer arena. San Pedro Square’s accessibility is another advantage, located near the VTA Santa Clara light rail station and offering easy parking with five nearby Downtown garages providing 90 minutes of free parking, with real-time availability updates at parksj.org.
Beyond downtown, the Mexican Heritage Plaza will also host a large outdoor viewing party on Wednesday, June 26, for the highly anticipated México vs. Venezuela Copa América match. And for the ultimate viewing experience, both tournament finals will be held at PayPal Park, the home of the San Jose Earthquakes. Imagine the energy as fans gather to watch the UEFA EURO 2024 final and the Copa América final on the big screens in a stadium setting!
Key Match Viewing Party Locations and Dates:
SAN PEDRO SQUARE MARQUEE EVENTS:
- Thursday, June 20 – Argentina vs. Canada (5 p.m. PT) – Copa América Opening Match
- Sunday, June 23 – USA vs. Bolivia (3 p.m. PT); Uruguay vs. Panamá (6 p.m. PT) – Copa América Group Stage Action
- Tuesday, July 2 – Brazil vs. Colombia (6 p.m. PT)* – Copa América Quarterfinals Preview
- Tuesday, July 9 or Wednesday, July 10 – Copa América Semifinals (5 p.m. PT) – Road to the Final
*Note: The actual Brazil vs. Colombia game will be played at Levi’s Stadium, making this viewing party a fantastic way to experience the excitement even if you can’t be at the stadium itself.
MEXICAN HERITAGE PLAZA MARQUEE EVENT:
- Wednesday, June 26 – México vs. Venezuela (6 p.m. PT) – Copa América Group Stage Clash
PAYPAL PARK MARQUEE EVENTS (FINALS FEVER):
- Sunday, July 14 – UEFA EURO 2024 Final (12 p.m. PT) – European Championship Decider
- Sunday, July 14 – 2024 Copa América Final (5 p.m. PT) – South American Championship Grand Finale
Don’t miss out on the Summer of Soccer in San Jose! For complete details and to RSVP for any of the Copa América and UEFA EURO 2024 viewing parties across San Jose, please visit here. Come be a part of the soccer fever sweeping through San Jose!
