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The buzz of the World Cup is building as Canada prepares to co-host the men’s tournament for the first time. Whether you're cheering on Canada, following your home nation, or just looking for a lively atmosphere, these restaurants, pubs, and bars around Halifax are great spots to catch all the action as 48 nations battle it out on soccer’s biggest stage. ⚽🌎🏆

Where to Watch the World Cup in Halifax Looking for the best places to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026™ in Halifax? Find pubs, bars, restaurants, and watch parties showing the matches.

Get excited, Halifax – Canada Celebrates the FIFA World Cup 2026™ is coming to Halifax Garrison Grounds on June 11 and 12. 🎉⚽✨

This first-of-its-kind event is bringing football fans together for live match viewings, cultural programming, music, games, and more. It’s 100% free to attend, and all ages are welcome. 👏🍻🎶

Canada Celebrates the FIFA World Cup 2026™ is coming to Halifax Garrison Grounds on June 11 and 12.

From 1 to 9 p.m., catch the live match action, including Mexico taking on South Africa on June 11 and Canada taking on Bosnia and Herzegovina on June 12.

It’s all part of Canada Celebrates, a nationwide celebration bringing fans together through football, music, food and unforgettable moments.

All events are free and open to the public. Due to the closure of the MacKay Bridge, Halifax Transit’s Alderney ferry service will be free starting at 9 p.m. on Friday, June 12 to the end of service on Sunday, June 14, courtesy of Halifax Harbour Bridges.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the energy. Halifax, we’ll see you there!

Round up the family and head out to One Port City Day tomorrow (June 6), a free, family-friendly celebration of the people and infrastructure that connect Halifax to the world. 🌊🚢🌎

Head to the Halifax Seaport for vessel displays, partner exhibits, a family fun zone, mini train rides on CN’s Little Obie, and guided bus tours of the PSA Halifax Atlantic Hub container terminal. It’s a rare, up-close look at how the port actually works, and it’s completely free for the whole family to attend. 🚂⚓✨

➡️ Find out everything you need to know about One Port City Day: https://bit.ly/4xgu8ew