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Summer of Soccer 7/3: Australia vs. Egypt, Argentina vs. Cape Verde, Colombia vs. Ghana

Fri, Jul 3, 2026at 1:00 PM
Free

Celebrate a summer of soccer at the Wharf’s World Cup watch zone, showing matches daily on the big screen. On July 3, 2026, head to Pearl Street at The Wharf to catch three group-stage matches: Australia vs. Egypt at 2pm, Argentina vs. Cape Verde at 6pm, and Colombia vs. Ghana at 9:30pm. The matches are shown on a 14-foot jumbotron, and admission is free. The watch zone is located between Kirwan’s on the Wharf and Colada Shop, and operates rain or shine (with possible pauses in severe weather). Seating is first come, first served at nearby restaurants and patios; no outside chairs or coolers are permitted. Alcohol can only be consumed inside restaurants or within licensed event footprints; outside alcohol is not allowed.

When: Friday, July 3, 2026. The big screen will be powered up an hour before the first match; general viewing runs from noon to 10pm, with extended hours for USA games, though this date’s final match ends at approximately 11:30pm.

Showtimes: Australia vs. Egypt at 2:00pm, Argentina vs. Cape Verde at 6:00pm, Colombia vs. Ghana at 9:30pm. All times local.

Tickets: Free. No ticket required; just show up. Food and beverages are available for purchase from Pearl Street restaurants and kiosks. Must be 21+ to consume alcohol.

Lineup: Group-stage matches of the 2026 FIFA World Cup: Australia vs. Egypt, Argentina vs. Cape Verde, Colombia vs. Ghana.

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

Seating: First come, first served at restaurants on Pearl Street (e.g., H-Bar at Hyatt House) and at high-top tables set up during watch parties. No personal chairs or coolers allowed.

Accessibility: The watch zone is outdoors on a public street. Restrooms are available at nearby Wharf establishments. For specific accessibility questions, contact The Wharf’s management.

Age restrictions: All ages are welcome. Alcohol service is restricted to those 21 and over, and IDs are checked.

Run time: Matches last approximately 2 hours each; total event duration covers the three matches back-to-back, from around 1pm (screen on) until about 11:30pm.

Note: This is one day of the ongoing Summer of Soccer Watch Zone, which runs daily during the tournament. Special watch parties for USA matches (e.g., July 6) may have additional activities and expanded sip-and-stroll zones. Parking is available in three onsite garages; rideshare, bike share, Water Taxi, and Metro are recommended alternatives. The screen operates rain or shine but may pause during severe weather for guest safety.

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