Where To Watch World Cup Matches Around Grand Rapids
Believe it or not, but the opening match of the FIFA World Cup is just over a week away, and while the World Cup is always a big deal, it's an even bigger deal since it is being hosted all across North and Central America. While there aren't any matches taking place in Michigan (in fact, the closest game to Grand Rapids is being played in Toronto, Canada), there are plenty of ways to watch the World Cup without being there.
There will be no short supply of watch parties, so if you're looking to watch the Beautiful Game with others, these are some options around Grand Rapids.
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We have also reached out to Celebration! Cinema and can confirm there are currently no plans to watch any matches on the big screen.
Grand Rapids Official Watch Party: Mexico vs South Africa
The FIFA World Cup's first match is Mexico vs South Africa, and the Mexican Heritage Association of West Michigan is hosting the official watch party as designated by the Mexican Consulate in Detroit on behalf of the Government of Mexico.
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The party is on June 11th from 2 PM to 7 PM at Studio Park Piazza in Downtown GR (the game starts at 3:00). There will be food trucks, drinks, music, and the game on the big screen outside. Oh, and former Mexico National Team player Manuel Vidrio will also be in attendance.
GR World Cup Block Party: June 19th-21
AC Grand Rapids (the future Grand Rapids soccer team), Downtown Grand Rapids Inc., and The Soccer Rebellion are hosting a watch party on a Jumbotron at 2:00 PM on June 19th outside Las Canchas on Seward Ave NW.
However, if you want to do more than just watch, following the game, the Bridge Street League begins with three days of street soccer, culture, music, and community at Las Canchas.
SpeakEz Lounge
Having recently appeared at #8 on Yelp's 100 Best Sports Bars in the country, specifically for soccer, SpeakEz Lounge has long been the place to watch soccer here in Grand Rapids, so if you're looking for a bar with a lively atmosphere full of singing and chanting to watch the games on, SpeakEz is a solid choice. SpeakEz will likely fill up quickly, especially for a US match, so show up early if you want a good seat.
Küsterer Brauhaus
Brahaus has announced it will have extended hours to cover every single World Cup match. So whether you're rooting for Team USA or just a general soccer fan, you won't need to beg to have your game put on a TV - it'll already be there.
Arvon Brewing
Arvon Brewing, in association with Grand Rapids Soccer Society, is hosting watch parties for every US game, the Netherlands vs Sweden, the semi-finals, World Cup Final.
City Built Brewing - Mexico Watch Parties
In association with Sphere Seventeen Design Studio, City Built Brewing will be hosting watch parties for Team Mexico on June 11 and 18. There will be live screen printing and an appearance from AC Grand Rapids.
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