The best public viewing spots for the 2026 World Cup

The best public viewing spots for the 2026 World Cup

With the World Cup just around the corner, that special atmosphere is about to return: cheering together, sharing the excitement and creating unforgettable memories. Whether with friends, colleagues, or even other fans you meet there, public viewings are simply part of the fun. Read on to find out where you can watch the games live in Baden. Great atmosphere, delicious food and cold drinks guaranteed! More locations to follow.

SKITZ PUB: football, atmosphere and foosball action!

Skitz Pub is one of the top spots in Baden for a true football experience. Here, the World Cup isn’t just watched — it’s lived!

With five screens in total, including two large 85-inch screens, you won't miss a single goal. Especially cool: Two of the screens can also be seen from the terrace, so you can enjoy the games both indoors and outdoors.

A real highlight for fans of the Swiss national team: Swiss matches are shown outside regular opening hours.

After watching, you can put your skills to the test at the foosball table and go from fan to champion.

In terms of food and drink, you can expect a classic pub atmosphere: relaxed, sociable and perfectly complemented by a cold beer or a drink of your choice.

OscarOne: the perfect urban hangout for World Cup afternoons!

OscarOne offers a relaxed atmosphere and an urban vibe for your World Cup experience. With a focus on afternoon and early evening matches, it's perfect for anyone who wants to combine football with an after-work drink or a casual get-together.

Matches are broadcast daily from around 2 pm to midnight (Swiss time).

A special highlight is that the matches are broadcast on the summer terrace. This way, you can enjoy the World Cup under the open sky, which is ideal for warm summer days and long football evenings accompanied by refreshing drinks and tasty snacks.

Henry's Bar: sports, good food and a friendly atmosphere.

At Henry's, sports and good food go hand in hand. The venue is renowned for its lively atmosphere, making it the perfect place to watch the World Cup with fellow fans.

You can look forward to exciting matches in a friendly setting, accompanied by a diverse selection of food and drinks. Whether you're after burgers, snacks or a cold beer, your culinary needs will be taken care of.

Mr. Pickwick Pub, Baden – A Great Place to Watch Football

If you're looking to enjoy the football matches in a cosy pub atmosphere, Mr. Pickwick Pub is the place to be.

Throughout the tournament, as many matches as possible will be shown live during regular opening hours. On weekdays, the pub will also stay open later so that fans can watch evening matches that finish at 9 pm right through to the final whistle.

To ensure a great viewing experience, there are four TVs inside the pub as well as an additional screen in the window, allowing guests to follow the action from the terrace. Those looking to get involved themselves can make use of the two table football tables, perfect for spontaneous tournaments with friends. With 11 beers on tap and classic pub favourites served throughout the day, Mr. Pickwick Pub offers all the ingredients for a fantastic football evening in Baden

hallo halle – Watch Football in a Unique Market Hall Atmosphere

Located at Brown-Boveri-Platz, hallo halle combines culinary diversity with a vibrant atmosphere, making it a popular meeting place for football fans during the World Cup. In this modern food and market hall, all matches of the Swiss national team will be shown live, along with every game that kicks off during regular opening hours – all the way through to the final whistle.

Kalli Craft – World Cup with Craft Beer

Watch the World Cup at Kalli Craft, Baden's self-service craft beer bar located right next to Brown Boveri Platz.

With an 86-inch TV, air conditioning and a clear view of the screen from every seat, it is the perfect place to enjoy the tournament in comfort, even on the hottest days.

Kalli Craft is a unique bar concept that serves the finest traditional and contemporary beers from Swiss breweries. Thanks to the eight self-service taps, you never have to wait for your beer — just pour your own, and enjoy as much as you like! Try a small amount first before committing to a full glass, or sample different beers while watching the game.

As well as beer, Kalli Craft also serves cocktails, wine and soft drinks. Feeling hungry during the game? You can easily order food from Kalli Craft's partner, Lemon, and have it delivered directly to the bar — or you can bring your own food.

Schwyzerhüsli: World Cup vibes under the open sky

At Schwyzerhüsli, you can watch the World Cup in a relaxed and laid-back setting. This popular venue is the perfect place to enjoy football with friends under the open sky.

In addition to the matches, the food and drink on offer here are a major highlight. It's the perfect place to meet friends, enjoy a tasty meal and watch the matches in a relaxed setting.

LägereBräu BierAtelier – World Cup atmosphere with local beer

LägereBräu is also getting ready for the World Cup and will be showing selected matches on large TV screens in the BierAtelier and the covered passageway.

All of Switzerland’s group stage matches will be broadcast:

  • Saturday 13 June 2026 at 9.00pm against Qatar (as part of the Prost Lägere brewery festival, with five screens in the passageway).
  • Thursday, 18 June 2026, at 9:00 pm vs Bosnia and Herzegovina
  • Wednesday 24 June 2026 at 9pm vs Canada

The same applies to the final matches. All Swiss games will be shown, provided the kick-off time is no later than 9:00 pm.

Even before the matches, the beer garden invites you to get in the mood, weather permitting, starting at 4:00 p.m.—naturally with freshly tapped, locally brewed beer. If the weather isn't good, the BierAtelier opens its doors one hour before kick-off.

It's the perfect spot for anyone who wants to combine football with regional beer and a laid-back brewery atmosphere.