Late-night bars open during the 2026 FIFA World Cup

Häktet is showing all matches during the Football World Cup with the latest kick-off at 9pm, but will stay open late at night when Sweden are playing. The match against Tunisia, which starts at 4am, will be shown in the back bar Volta, while the rest of the matches will be broadcast on a 15-square-metre screen in Häktet's cosy courtyard. Expect cold drinks, a great atmosphere, nerves and hopefully plenty of cheering. A couple of bookable tables are available, with drinks and snacks included in the price; otherwise, it's walk-in only.

O'Learys Event Center in Tolv Stockholm is one of Europe's largest sports bars, and is of course throwing a proper football party during the World Cup. All of Sweden's group stage matches are shown on a gigantic jumbotron as well as on several screens around the bar, and for the match against Tunisia they open as early as 3am. In connection with Sweden's matches, they offer special World Cup packages for pre-booked guests, including drinks vouchers, à la carte dishes and a full English breakfast buffet.

Retro has sports bars in several parts of Stockholm, all of which are showing the Football World Cup throughout the summer. During the group stage they're open a little later than usual, until 1am, Sunday to Thursday, except when Sweden play Japan on 26 June, when opening hours are extended until 3am. On Fridays and Saturdays they're open until 3am as usual. Retro's slightly nostalgic, American-inspired style attracts a broad crowd, and you don't have to be a dedicated football nerd to feel like one of the gang here.

If you want to watch the Football World Cup in one of Stockholm's most summery settings, with a real la dolce vita vibe, Eden is the place to aim for. This oasis on Kungsholmen shows selected matches throughout the tournament, both evening and night, on a big screen in the main bar and in Loftet. Entry is free, so you can spend your coins on a cocktail, some natural wine, oysters or perhaps a grilled dinner instead. They're gearing up for an especially magical summer night by the water when Sweden face Japan.

Scandic Continental's rooftop bar Capital is showing the World Cup eight floors above ground, with views over Södermalm, Kungsholmen and Stadshuset. During the tournament, the bar transforms into the “Home of Football” with big screens both indoors and outdoors, a game zone, ice-cold drinks and a summery food menu. Expert commentators will also be dropping by to talk about the game live when Sweden meet Tunisia and the Netherlands. Capital is extending its opening hours for Sweden's matches and is serving breakfast on 15 June, while on 26 June they'll be hosting a football party with cocktails, beer and bubbles until very late.

What might just be Stockholm's hottest summer club is seizing the chance to keep the party going and stay open all night when Sweden play in the Football World Cup. The matches are shown on big screens and can be combined with dancing to DJs – the first one coincides with the RnB club Midsommar, and the third with one of Trädgården's techno Thursdays. Perfect if you don't want to have to choose between a party and football.

At The Flying Horse you can follow the Football World Cup in a classic pub setting together with other sports fans. It's especially enjoyable if you like beer or whisky, as there's a wide selection of both, but of course you're also welcome to come just for the football. When Sweden face Japan on 26 June, The Flying Horse will stay open extra late to show the entire match.

With space for 2,000 guests, which are highly likely to be fully occupied, you can expect a truly buzzing atmosphere on Södra Teatern's outdoor terrace during the Football World Cup. If you manage to tear your eyes away from the two large screens showing the matches, you can enjoy the view towards the Old Town and the shimmering water. It's walk-ins only here, so a tip is to arrive in good time. 

Stockholm city's cosy neighbourhood pub Kapten Jack shows all World Cup matches played during regular opening hours, but will also stay open at night on 15 and 26 June, which is when Sweden play Tunisia and Japan. As well as Swedish-British food, a pub sandwich created by Tom and Henrik from the band JUNG is served in honour of the tournament. The bar operates on a drop-in basis; if you want to secure a spot you can book a table with food or sharing snacks.

There's always something fun going on at cosy Reimersholme Hotel, and this summer the Football World Cup will be shown on several outdoor screens, weather permitting. For Sweden's matches they stay open extra late, so just throw on something blue and yellow and take a seat in the leafy surroundings. If you want to be close to your pillow afterwards, you can book a room at the hotel.

Kappa usually focuses on esports, but during the Football World Cup physical sport takes centre stage at the bar on Sveavägen. They want to make the championship a complete experience imbued with the sense of community that sport brings, with street food, a wide selection of drinks, and a truly electric atmosphere. 

Is a rowdy pub atmosphere not quite your cup of tea? Then watch the World Cup at Sturehof, which offers a slightly calmer ambience. The idea here is that the broadcasts should enhance the dining experience, not take it over completely. You can drop in to see selected matches without sound in their inner courtyard, in Salong Selma Lagerlöf you can book a table where the Sweden vs Netherlands match is accompanied by dishes from the à la carte menu, and there are also private salons that can be booked for groups of at least ten people. Sturehof will be open late on several occasions, including when Sweden face Japan.

In Skanstull, Brother Tuck – or “Tucken” as the regulars call it – will be showing plenty of matches during the World Cup. If you want to cheer on Sweden during the group stage, head here when they face Japan and the Netherlands. A pub for anyone who enjoys a homely atmosphere, good beer, and hearty dishes from Sweden and Europe.

It'll be a proper public celebration in Kungsträdgården during the World Cup, as the City of Stockholm sets up a big screen and welcomes everyone to cheer and share the sense of community. All of Sweden's group stage matches will be shown and there will be security guards will be on site for the matches played late at night so everything stays safe and reasonably calm. Bring a blanket or a beach chair and some tasty snacks, and cheer on your team under the open sky.