Summer of Soccer 7/11: Norway vs. England, Argentina vs. Switzerland

The Summer of Soccer Watch Zone at The Wharf returns on Saturday, July 11, 2026, for a doubleheader of FIFA World Cup 26 matches. Fans can gather on Pearl Street to watch Norway take on England at 5 pm, followed by Argentina vs. Switzerland at 9 pm, all on a 14‑foot jumbotron screen. This free outdoor viewing experience is part of the Wharf’s ongoing “Summer of Soccer” series, which runs daily throughout the tournament from noon until the last match of the evening.

When: Saturday, July 11, 2026. The watch zone opens approximately one hour before the first match, around 4 pm, and runs through the end of the 9 pm game.

Showtimes: Norway vs. England at 5 pm; Argentina vs. Switzerland at 9 pm. Both matches are broadcast live on the big screen.

Tickets: Admission is free; no ticket or reservation is required. Food and non‑alcoholic beverages are available for purchase from nearby restaurants and kiosks. Alcohol may be consumed only within restaurant patios, licensed indoor areas, or designated event footprints; must be 21 or older to drink.

Venue: Pearl Street at The Wharf, Washington, DC, between Kirwan’s on the Wharf and Colada Shop. The screen is set up on Pearl Street itself.

Seating: First‑come, first‑seated at the restaurants on Pearl Street and at the H‑Bar inside the Hyatt House. During watch parties (including this date) high‑top tables are placed in the Pearl Street area. Personal chairs and coolers are not permitted.

Run time: The entire event spans approximately 5 hours (5 pm to 10 pm or later, depending on match durations and stoppage time). Each match runs about 90 minutes plus halftime and stoppages.

Ages: All ages are welcome. Alcohol consumption is limited to those 21 and older, and children must be supervised by an adult.

Note: The watch zone operates rain or shine, though severe weather may cause a pause or cancellation. Indoor viewing at partner restaurants is an alternative during inclement weather. Parking is available in three on‑site garages and nearby lots; rideshare, bike share, the Water Taxi, and Metro are also options. For the full tournament schedule, visit the Wharf’s official website.