It’s that time again: on Nov. 20, the 2022 FIFA World Cup begins (this is the men’s soccer World Cup; the women’s World Cup is scheduled for next summer), and venues across the D.C. region are opening their doors at all hours for fans to tune into the games. The U.S. Men’s National Team (USMNT) — it’s kind of like the U.S. Women’s National Team (USWNT), but for dudes — have three scheduled games so far.
- Match 1: USMNT v Wales (Nov. 21, 2 p.m. ET)
- Match 2: USMNT v England (Nov. 25, 2 p.m. ET)
- Match 3: USMNT v Iran (Nov. 29, 2 p.m. ET)
While the annual tournament isn’t without controversy — some people are advocating for people to boycott the games due to treatment of laborers and LGBTQ+ community in host country Qatar — it will still likely be a big draw. Especially after the D.C. Council passed legislation to allow bars, restaurants, and breweries to remain open 24-7 during the tournament, there is no shortage of locations to watch the World Cup live around the region.
Note, not all bars can automatically stay open 24 hours — in order to do so, they must have registered with and been approved by the Alcoholic Beverage Regulation Administration. As of Nov. 11, more than 60 bars in D.C. had received the go-ahead.
D.C.
ASTRO BEER HALL: The G Street beer hall is soccer fan group American Outlaw DC’s (AODC) official bar partner for the 2022 World Cup. It will open at 6 a.m. on USMNT match days (with alcohol served starting at 7 a.m.) and 8 a.m. on non-USMNT match days. (1306 G St. NW)
DUPONT CIRCLE: Get to Dupont on Nov. 21 to catch the first USMNT game streaming for free in the circle. Attendees should be prepared for standing room only. (Dupont Circle NW)
FRANKLIN HALL: The beer hall in Manhattan Laundry will open at 10:30 a.m. every day of the tournament — and also serves as one of AODC’s overflow bars. The bar is 21+ only on Saturday and Sunday, but open to all ages during the rest of the week. (1348 Florida Ave. NW.)
WALTERS SPORTS BAR: The bar near Nationals Park will be hosting many of the World Cup matches — including all games beginning at 10 a.m, starting with the opening match between Qatar and Ecuador on Nov. 20. (10 N St. SE)
PUBLIC BAR LIVE: Head to Public Bar Live before the first UWMNT game on Nov. 21 for their “We Call It Soccer ” party and stay for the post-game party. The event is co-hosted by the Kindred Effect and AODC, and will feature DJs Ali Yousef, Confetti the First, Dirty Jerz, Dook, Jake Maxwell, and Pat Premier. Public Bar also serves as one of AODC’s overflow bars and will be open 24 hours throughout the tournament. There will be no alcohol sales daily from 4 a.m. to 6 a.m., and table reservations require a minimum spend. (1214 18th St NW)
BIERGARTEN HAUS: German fans (or otherwise) can head to H Street’s Biergarten House — which has more than 20 televisions — for World Cup games playing on multiple levels. (1355 H St. NE)
PENN SOCIAL: Fan of the french? Head to Penn Social — the self-described “DC home to France Soccer” and one of AODC’s overflow bars. Whenever France plays, expect $6 Kronenbourg 1664 beers and $16 Narragansett pitchers. When the U.S. takes the field, the Kronenbourg 1664 is swapped with $6 Oskar Blues IPAs. (801 E St. NW)
QUEEN VIC: If you’re pro-English, the Queen Vic has announced their early opening schedule for the World Cup, starting with the 8 a.m. England v. Iran match on Nov. 21. (1206 H St. NE)
CLUBHOUSE DC: Head to Clubhouse DC in Georgetown, where tickets will be sold for every Croatia game, with proceeds going to Children’s Home “Vrbina” in Croatia. Clubhouse is open to all ages and is also an overflow bar for AODC. (1070 Wisconsin Ave. NW)
MIDLANDS: Sound will be on for all matches at the Georgia Avenue beer garden — except, obviously, during the Michigan v. Ohio State game when the other type of football will be the focus. (3333 Georgia Ave NW)
MORE: Wunder Garten (1101 First St. NE); Across The Pond (1732 Connecticut Ave. NW); Duffy’s Irish Pub (2153 P Street NW); Atlas Brew Works (1201 Half St. SE and 2052 West Virginia Ave. NE); metrobar DC (640 Rhode Island Ave. NE); Johnny Pistolas (2333 18th St. NW); Lou’s City Bar (1400 Irving St. NW); Hook Hall (3400 Georgia Ave. NW); Duke’s Grocery Dupont (1513 17th St. NW)
VIRGINIA
GREENHOUSE BISTRO: Greenhouse Bistro in Vienna is hosting every game of the 2022 World Cup. The Vienna bar will be hosting the games in in their O-Lounge with food and drink specials available. (2070 Chain Bridge Road, Vienna)
CLARENDON BALLROOM: Take in all of the games at Clarendon Ballroom either on their famous 60 foot projector wall or on one of many televisions. There is no cover charge for general seating and private couches and tables are available starting at $25. The Ballroom’s initial screening schedule begins on Monday, Nov. 21 with the Senegal v. Netherlands game at 11 a.m. (3185 Wilson Boulevard, Arlington)
BABYLON FUTBOL CAFE: Head to the Babylon Futbol Cafe to catch the World Cup games. The “sports bar for the rest of the world” is open daily with live music and hookah. (3501 S. Jefferson St., Falls Church)
ARLINGTON DRAFTHOUSE: Catch the USMNT’s matches at the Arlington Draft House. Cover charge is free, but reserve a seat online for a chance to win an audience prize. Please note that patrons must be 21 years or older, unless they are accompanied by a parent. (2903 Columbia Pike, Arlington)
MORE: Barkhaus (529 East Howell Ave., Alexandria), Inca Social, Arlington and Vienna locations (1776 Wilson Blvd., Arlington; 2670 Avenir Place, Vienna)
MARYLAND
SILVER BRANCH: Catch your World Cup games at Silver Branch Brewing. Starting with the opening match of Qatar vs Ecuador on Nov. 20, the Silver Spring taproom will be screening most of the games including all of the scheduled USMNT matches. (8401 Colesville Rd #150, Silver Spring)
CADDIES: The Bethesda bar and grill will be screening the World Cup for the length of the games, from November 20 through December 18. They are also offering game day catering and watch parties. (4992 Cordell Avenue, Bethesda).
SOFIVE: Join fellow fans at this Columbia indoor soccer facility to watch in lounge space with food, beer, multiple TVs, and a projection screen setup, or on a viewing deck area with more TVs, a FIFA setup for kids, activities, and vendors. (7125 Columbia Gateway Drive Suite 105, Columbia)
MORE: McGinty’s Public House (911 Ellsworth Drive, Silver Spring), Tommy Joe’s (7940 Norfolk Avenue)
