Where to Watch the 2026 World Cup in Brighton

The 2026 World Cup is officially underway, and Brighton has transformed into a massive football hub. With the tournament running from 11 June until 19 July, the city is buzzing, especially with key England fixtures like the upcoming matches against Ghana on 23 June and Panama on 27 June. If you are looking to catch the action outdoors with a massive crowd, the local fan zones are the main talking points. Central Park at Black Rock is a major outdoor pop-up space holding up to 5,000 people. It features the South Coast's biggest screen, DJs, and food vendors, with entry starting from £5 including a free beer. Another major hub is the American Express Stadium, where The Terrace fan zone hosts 1,000 guests inside and 2,000 outside. They serve food from local spots like Bites by Steven Edwards and Lost Boys Chicken, with tickets also starting from £5.

For those who prefer the classic pub atmosphere, there are plenty of solid options across town. The King & Queen remains a historic staple for football, showing every match to an over-18s crowd. Down on the seafront, OhSo Social offers a heated and covered terrace right on the beach, while the Brighton Palace Pier has screens set up at Horatio's Bar alongside a large outdoor screen. You can also find beachfront screenings at the Brighton i360 terrace. If you are heading slightly out of the centre, The Railway Inn in Portslade is running burger-and-pint deals, and Hove options like the Blind Busker and The Hartington are welcoming fans with drink deals, including four-pint jugs of Carling for £20 at the latter. For a more specialized setup, CROSSBAR Brighton operates as a dedicated women's sports bar with eight screens across three rooms.

If you are planning a gathering with a group and want a bit more privacy, several venues are offering dedicated spaces. Shelter Hall's Skylark is a private bar for 20 to 30 people that comes with a private bartender, a big screen, and QR code ordering from seven kitchens. The Dishoom Permit Room has its rooftop 'Aunty Bar' terrace available for groups of 12 to 25, complete with a screen, beer towers, and grills. For premium dining alongside the match, both The Coal Shed and Burnt Orange are booking out private rooms for England fixtures. With demand high for the remaining group games and the knockout stages, securing your entry or table ahead of time is highly recommended across all these venues.