With exactly six days to go until the biggest sporting event on earth kicks off, Leeds is gearing up for a spectacular summer of football - the FIFA World Cup.
The action officially gets underway on June 11, with the opening match kicking off at a highly viewer-friendly 8:00pm BST, as one of the three hosts this year, Mexico, take on South Africa in Group A.
For those looking when the home nations play their first game, Scotland take on Haiti on June 14 (2am BST), while England’s all-important first game in Group L against Croatia takes place on June 17 at 9pm BST.
Whether you are looking for a massive 1,000-capacity fan zone with live brass bands, a sun-soaked riverside beer garden, or your favourite neighbourhood local, the city has pulled out all the stops - but beware, the popularity of a number of these places may lead to making a booking, so check with the respective location if tickets are required to avoid disappointment...
… and missing the first few minutes of kick-off too.
Here are our picks of 14 locations around the city where you can experience all the thrills of the 2026 World Cup.
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1. 4TheFans at the O2 Academy
Taking over the iconic Cookridge Street music venue, 4TheFans is promising the ultimate big-game experience. They are deploying a massive custom production, lighting, and sound system usually reserved for global music superstars to create an electric, next-level fan experience. ⚽ 55 Cookridge St, Leeds LS2 3AW | 4TheFans
2. Trinity Kitchen
The central food and drink hub is being completely transformed into one of the city’s largest dedicated inner-city fan zones. The massive space will feature three super-size screens, a brand-new bar, live DJs, and even brass bands to drum up an electric atmosphere for up to 1,000 supporters. Best of all, entry is completely free. ⚽ 27 Albion St, LS1 5ER | Bruce Rollinson
3. BOX
An absolute classic when it comes to live sport in Leeds, the Infirmary Street bar will naturally be the go-to hub for hundreds of fans. Boasting a staggering multitude of HD screens plastering the walls, you won't miss a single second of the action from any seat in the house. It will be incredibly busy from day one, so table bookings are vital. ⚽ 15 Infirmary St, LS1 2JS | Google Street View
4. Brotherhood
Situated on New Briggate, this iconic, multi-floored sports bar is dedicating itself to the cause by screening every single match of the World Cup tournament. To celebrate the occasion, they have lined up a brilliant array of drink deals and a stacked food menu to keep supporters fully fuelled throughout the group stages. ⚽ 54 New Briggate, LS1 6NU | YPN
5. Green Room
For a slightly more relaxed, modern aesthetic, Wellington Street's Green Room is an ideal choice. Boasting one of the absolute best rooftop terraces in Leeds city centre, it’s the perfect place to soak up the pre-match sunshine with a spritz or two before moving inside to the main bar area to watch the matches unfold. ⚽ Wellington Street, Leeds city centre | James Hardisty
6. Brewery Wharf Tavern
One of the newest additions to the Leeds pub scene, this great waterfront spot situated at Tetley's Brewery Wharf is a fantastic place to take in the summer games right by the canal. They will be prioritising all the major England fixtures, and booking ahead of time is highly recommended to secure a spot by the water. ⚽ Tetley's Brewery Wharf, 3 Brewery Pl, LS10 1NE | YPN