NewsNBC Bay Area — South BayJuly 17, 2026Santa Clara
San Jose's San Pedro Square hosts final World Cup watch parties
San Pedro Square in downtown San Jose is preparing for the final weekend of FIFA World Cup watch parties. Local businesses anticipate high attendance for the third-place match on Saturday and the championship final on Sunday.
Read the full story at NBC Bay Area — South BayWhy It Matters
Local businesses and residents in downtown San Jose should expect increased foot traffic, potential crowd management, and staffing adjustments during the final two matches of the FIFA World Cup on July 8 and July 9.
Key Facts
- The third-place World Cup match between France and England is scheduled for Saturday.
- The World Cup final between Spain and Argentina is scheduled for Sunday.
- San Pedro Square has hosted large crowds for World Cup watch parties for several weeks.
- Local businesses are increasing preparations, including securing furniture, to accommodate expected high turnout.
- Security measures were previously increased in downtown San Jose due to the large crowds attending these events.
Who's Mentioned
personSonny Walker“Employee at the Old Wagon Saloon commenting on event preparations.”otherArgentina“Team playing in the World Cup final.”organizationOld Wagon Saloon“A business in San Pedro Square hosting watch parties.”otherSpain“Team playing in the World Cup final.”otherEngland“Team playing in the third-place match.”locationSan Jose“The city where the events are taking place.”locationSan Pedro Square“The primary location for the World Cup watch parties in San Jose.”otherFrance“Team playing in the third-place match.”