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.

There will be a football atmosphere in Saltsjöbaden all summer, with the matches shown on a big screen in the cosy Vincaféet. As the name suggests, the café has a full alcohol licence, so if you want to combine cheering on the team with a glass of wine and some snacks, that's absolutely fine. Perhaps you'll also take the opportunity to stay overnight at the hotel? A particularly good idea for the late-night matches Sweden are playing!

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.

You don't need to be a sports bar to show the football World Cup—at least not if you ask Sessanta, who show the matches in their own way. The Italian wine bar broadcasts selected games, mainly Sweden's and the biggest clashes, sometimes with sound and sometimes without. As usual, expect a lively atmosphere with Italian vibes, pizza, snacks and plenty of wine.

At Holidays Bar the party keeps going all summer, with a lively buzz both indoors and out on Götgatan. Things are bound to get extra lively when Sweden play in the World Cup, so if you want to experience a real street party in the heart of Södermalm, this is a safe bet. The matches are shown both inside and outside, and can be paired with cold drinks and American grub at a friendly price.

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.

At Postbar in Urban Deli Nytorget you can cheer on the Football World Cup with a glass of bubbly in one hand and a piece of cheese, charcuterie or another snack in the other. A social and inviting atmosphere awaits here, so whether you come alone or with friends, you're equally welcome. Urban Deli mainly shows the evening matches, but will also be showing Sweden's match against Japan.

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's going to be a proper public celebration at Stadion during the World Cup, as the City of Stockholm puts up a big screen and welcomes everyone to cheer on their team and share the experience. The screen was initially set up in Kungsträdgården, but was moved to the Stadium due to high public demand. All of Sweden's group-stage matches will be shown, and for those played late at night there will be security guards on site to keep everything safe and suitably calm. Bring a blanket or a folding chair and some tasty snacks, and cheer under the open sky. 

Fridhemsplan's legendary hangout Nivå 22 is buzzing every evening of the week, with both parties and football. All World Cup matches are shown here, and with perhaps Stockholm's cheapest beer the bar is a real hotspot for sports fans who like to cheer on their team with a pint in hand. The average age is lower than at many other places, but everyone is equally welcome.

The Central Bar has two branches in Södermalm, and both of them are marking the summer's big football celebration with cold beer, food and a magnificent atmosphere. A good number of matches are shown on the big screen here, including Sweden's late-night match against Japan.

Tarantella, in Bredäng in south-west Stockholm, shows selected matches during the World Cup with extended opening hours. Naturally, they'll be broadcasting all of Sweden's matches, and for the opener against Tunisia they're making it extra cosy and serving breakfast.

In Norra Latin's schoolyard, right by Norra Bantorget in Södermalm, all matches during the World Cup are shown (with the exception of Sweden's night-time matches, which are broadcast indoors on the main stage at Dansens Hus), and watching is completely free. As well as the excitement of football, there will be food trucks serving dishes from the participating countries, as well as breakfast when Sweden play at 4am. However, no alcohol will be served. If you don't fancy getting up before dawn, you can come by after lunch instead, when replays of the previous night's matches are shown.