Where to Watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 in St. Maarten | St. Martin
Best Sports Bars, Beach Bars, Lagoon Bars & Restaurants Showing the World Cup in SXM
Watch France, the Netherlands, Curaçao, Colombia, Spain, Italy and More at the Island's Top Football Venues
The FIFA World Cup 2026 has arrived, and football fans from around the world are gathering across St. Maarten | St. Martin to cheer for their favorite national teams. With a multicultural population made up of residents and visitors from the Netherlands, France, Curaçao, Colombia, Spain, Italy, the Dominican Republic, the United States, Canada, Brazil, Argentina, Portugal, England, and many other nations, the Friendly Island becomes one of the most exciting places in the Caribbean to experience football's biggest tournament.
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Why Watch the FIFA World Cup in St. Maarten | St. Martin?
Few places in the Caribbean bring together so many cultures and nationalities in one destination. Throughout the tournament, you'll find Dutch supporters dressed in orange, French fans cheering on Les Bleus, Caribbean communities rallying behind Curaçao and regional teams, and passionate South American supporters backing Colombia, Argentina, and Brazil.
Add beautiful beaches, tropical weather, ice-cold drinks, international cuisine, and world-class hospitality, and you have the perfect setting to enjoy every World Cup match.
Beachfront Venues to Watch the World Cup
Holland House | Ocean Lounge
Located directly on the Philipsburg Boardwalk, Ocean Lounge offers one of the island's most scenic World Cup viewing experiences. Enjoy beachfront dining, cocktails, beer specials, and every match live while overlooking Great Bay Beach.
Read MoreBuccaneer Beach Bar
A longtime favorite among sports fans, Buccaneer Beach Bar combines multiple screens, a lively atmosphere, and a loyal local crowd. It's one of the island's premier football-watching destinations.
Read MoreSandbar
Located on Simpson Bay Beach, Sandbar blends island vibes with great food, cold drinks, and live sports. Perfect for catching a match while enjoying the Caribbean breeze.
Read MoreDutch Blonde Beach Bar
A natural gathering spot for Dutch football fans. Enjoy Dutch craft beers, beachfront views, and an energetic atmosphere whenever the Netherlands take the field.
Read MoreBig Bastards Beach Bar
Football, burgers, cold beers, and ocean views. Big Bastards offers a fun and casual setting to enjoy every World Cup fixture.
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Soggy Dollar Bar
Located at Palapa Marina in Simpson Bay, Soggy Dollar Bar offers a unique World Cup experience overlooking the yachts and mega-yachts of Simpson Bay Lagoon. Enjoy the refreshing lagoon breeze, great drinks, delicious food, and live football action in one of the island's most relaxed waterfront settings. It's the perfect place to cheer for your favorite nation while soaking up the atmosphere of St. Maarten's famous yachting scene.
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Catch 21 Grill & Sports Bar
One of the island's dedicated sports bars and a natural choice for football supporters. Expect multiple screens, great food, drink specials, and an energetic match-day crowd throughout the tournament.
Read MoreFat Tony's
Known for excellent food, cold drinks, and sports on the big screens, Fat Tony's is always a reliable choice for major sporting events.
Read MoreBeer Garden
One of Simpson Bay's favorite gathering places. Beer Garden combines a lively atmosphere with plenty of drinks and a social crowd, making it an ideal venue to watch the World Cup.
Read MoreNowhere Special
A local favorite where sports fans gather to enjoy the action. Expect good company, cold drinks, and a welcoming atmosphere throughout the tournament.
Read MoreRestaurants & Lounges Showing the FIFA World Cup
The Boon
Located in Oyster Pond, The Boon offers waterfront views, delicious food, refreshing drinks, and a relaxed setting for enjoying the World Cup with friends and family.
Read MoreTopper's Restaurant & Bar
A longtime island institution that combines great food, drinks, and a comfortable setting for watching football throughout the tournament.
Read MoreBlue Martini
For those looking for a more upscale World Cup experience, Blue Martini offers stylish surroundings, handcrafted cocktails, and live football action.
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Loterie Farm
For football fans looking for something completely different, Loterie Farm combines nature, relaxation, and World Cup excitement. Watch the matches while enjoying one of the island's most unique destinations.
Read MoreSupporting France, the Netherlands or Curaçao?
Many residents of St. Martin have strong connections to France, making Les Bleus one of the most supported teams on the island. On the Dutch side, expect plenty of orange as supporters gather to cheer on the Netherlands. Curaçao also enjoys strong support thanks to the island's close cultural and historical ties with Sint Maarten.
Beyond those three nations, expect passionate support for Colombia, Spain, Italy, Brazil, Argentina, Portugal, England, Canada, the Dominican Republic, and the United States throughout the tournament.
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Experience the FIFA World Cup 2026 with We Are SXM
From beachfront bars and lagoon-front venues to sports bars, restaurants, and unique island experiences, these We Are SXM partners offer some of the best places to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026 in St. Maarten | St. Martin.
Grab your jersey, gather your friends, order an ice-cold drink, and enjoy the excitement of football's biggest tournament from some of the most beautiful venues in the Caribbean.
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