Vermont FIFA World Cup 2026™ Watch Parties | Michelob ULTRA, NUTRL & Stella Artois
Vermont Is Ready for the World's Biggest Sporting Event
The FIFA World Cup 2026™ is coming, and Vermont bars, restaurants, and community gathering spaces are ready to welcome soccer fans all summer long.
From Burlington and Colchester to Manchester, Rutland, and Killington, fans will have countless opportunities to cheer on their favorite teams while enjoying great food, cold drinks, and unforgettable matchday atmospheres.
Because the World Cup isn't just about what's happening on the field, it's about experiencing it together.
Why Watch at a Local Bar?
During the FIFA World Cup 2026™, bars will transform into the heart of every neighborhood.
They're where fans gather, communities rally, and the energy of beer and soccer brings people together in a way nothing else can. Whether you're celebrating a last-minute goal or debating a referee's call, there's no better place to watch than surrounded by fellow fans.
Here's Why You Should Join the Action:
- Watch every match with passionate soccer fans.
- Enjoy Michelob ULTRA, NUTRL, and Stella Artois specials throughout the tournament.
- Support the local bars and restaurants that help bring Vermont communities together.
Because bars aren't just places to grab a beer—they're where moments become memories.
#CheersToBars
Featured Event: Burlington Watches Together
This summer, Burlington will embrace the World Cup through Burlington Watches Together, a citywide celebration running from June 11 through July 19. Participating restaurants, bars, and public spaces will host fans throughout the tournament, creating one of Vermont's most exciting soccer destinations.
Featured locations include Ri Ra Irish Pub, Ruben James, Farmhouse Tap & Grill, Zero Gravity, Switchback, The Daily Planet, Bar Renée, and more. Fans can also gather at City Hall Park on June 12th and 13th starting at 7:00pm to get amped up for the games which start at 9:00pm both nights.
Featured Event: Lake Monsters World Cup Watch Along
One of the summer's biggest watch parties takes place at Centennial Field on Friday, June 19, when fans can watch Team USA take on Australia alongside fellow supporters before enjoying a Vermont Lake Monsters game.
The event is free and open to the public. Guests will receive a complimentary non-alcoholic beverage, hot dog, chips, raffle entry, and admission to the baseball game following the match. Gates open at 2:30 p.m. with the match starting at 3:00 p.m.
Watch Parties Across Vermont and Ticket Giveaways!
Tickets are being given away to select games at McGillicuddy's Essex on June 6th and RiRa's on June 11th to a couple lucky winners.
Fans can find official World Cup watch parties at participating locations throughout the state, including:
- McGillicuddy's
- Bear Naked Growler
- Hoagie's
- 10 Railroad
- Union Underground
- Mulligan's of Manchester
- RÍRA
- Windjammer
- Old Lantern
- Lookout Tavern
- Killington Resort
- Church Street Tavern
- Shelburne Tap House
- Essex Resort
- The Bench
- The Reservoir
And dozens of additional locations throughout Vermont. Click here for the full schedule.
No matter where you're watching, you'll find passionate fans, great beverages, and an atmosphere that makes every match feel like a championship game.
Raise a Glass to the World's Game
Michelob ULTRA, NUTRL, and Stella Artois are proud to help bring fans together throughout the FIFA World Cup 2026™.
So grab your jersey, gather your friends, and find a watch party near you. From opening match to the final whistle, Vermont is ready to celebrate the world's game together.
Join the Celebration
Visit a participating location near you, follow local event announcements for featured match watch parties, and experience the FIFA World Cup 2026™ with fellow fans across Vermont.
We'll see you at kickoff.