San Jose is gearing up to be the ultimate destination for soccer enthusiasts this summer, as the city, in collaboration with the San Jose Earthquakes and the San Jose Sports Authority, announces a series of viewing parties for every matchday of the highly anticipated 2024 Copa América and UEFA EURO 2024 tournaments. This initiative underscores San Jose’s growing prominence in the soccer world, especially as it approaches its role as a key city for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
For fans eager to immerse themselves in the electric atmosphere of international soccer, San Jose offers a unique opportunity to experience both the Euro and Copa America tournaments. Starting with the UEFA EURO 2024 on Friday, June 14, and Copa América on Thursday, June 20, and continuing until the finals of both tournaments on Sunday, July 14, there will be non-stop soccer action. Viewing parties will be held at prime locations across the city, ensuring that fans can come together to cheer on their favorite teams.
Two main venues, The Old Wagon Saloon & Grill and O’Flaherty’s Irish Pub, both situated on the pedestrian-friendly N. San Pedro Street, will host viewing parties for all matches kicking off at 9 a.m. PT or later. These established spots promise a lively atmosphere for enjoying the games. For a detailed schedule of all viewing parties, fans can click here.
To elevate the viewing experience for select marquee matches, San Pedro Square will transform into a vibrant festival setting. An enormous outdoor screen and powerful sound system will be set up on N. San Pedro Street, creating an unforgettable ambiance. Conveniently located near the VTA Santa Clara light rail station and with access to five nearby Downtown parking garages offering 90 minutes of free parking (real-time availability on parksj.org), San Pedro Square is easily accessible for everyone.
Adding to the city-wide soccer celebrations, the Mexican Heritage Plaza will host a special big-screen outdoor viewing party on Wednesday, June 26, for the highly anticipated México vs. Venezuela Copa América match. Furthermore, PayPal Park, the home of the San Jose Earthquakes, will provide the ultimate venues for the final matches of both tournaments, promising thrilling conclusions to the summer of soccer.
Key Match Watch Parties Locations:
SAN PEDRO SQUARE MARQUEE MATCHES:
- Thursday, June 20 – Argentina vs. Canada (5 p.m. PT)
- Sunday, June 23 – USA vs. Bolivia (3 p.m. PT); Uruguay vs. Panamá (6 p.m. PT)
- Tuesday, July 2 – Brazil vs. Colombia (6 p.m. PT)*
- Tuesday, July 9 – Copa América Semifinal (5 p.m. PT) or Wednesday, July 10 – Copa América Semifinal (5 p.m. PT)
*Note: The Brazil vs. Colombia match will actually be played at Levi’s Stadium
MEXICAN HERITAGE PLAZA MARQUEE MATCH:
- Wednesday, June 26 – México vs. Venezuela (6 p.m. PT)
PAYPAL PARK FINALS:
- Sunday, July 14 – UEFA EURO 2024 Final (12 p.m. PT); 2024 Copa América Final (5 p.m. PT)
For complete details and to RSVP for these exciting Euro Copa America Summer of Soccer viewing parties across San Jose, please visit here. Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of San Jose’s unforgettable summer soccer celebration!
