What to Look For
- A bar that has confirmed they will be showing the event on their screens.
- Enough screens positioned for comfortable viewing from most seats.
- Audio on the correct feed, not ambient music during broadcast.
Game Day Tips
- Arrive early to secure seats before the event starts.
- Use WhereToWatchSports to check for confirmed bars in your city before heading out.
- Call ahead if you are arriving with a large group.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find a bar showing a specific game near me?
On WhereToWatchSports, search by the game you want to watch — not by bar name. The results show nearby bars that are Confirmed or Likely to be showing that matchup, sorted by distance. Confirmed listings come from bars that have actively indicated they are broadcasting the event.
What does Confirmed vs Likely mean on WhereToWatchSports?
Confirmed: the bar told us it's showing this game. Likely: the bar told us it shows most of this team's games, or this league's big games, playoffs or all games, but hasn't confirmed this one.
Can I filter sports bars by sound on, food, or watch-party setup?
Yes. WhereToWatchSports includes filters for sound on (audio for your game), food service, and watch-party events. If you need to hear commentary rather than watch a silent screen, use the sound-on filter to narrow results to bars that run audio for sports.
Why would a bar not show a game even if it has a sports cable package?
Broadcast fragmentation is the main reason. A game may air on a regional sports network the bar does not carry, a streaming-only service like MLS's streaming-only package or a streaming subscription, or an individually-purchased event the bar has not bought. WhereToWatchSports accounts for this by tracking which bars have the right access for each specific game.
When should I check WhereToWatchSports for an upcoming game?
Check 24 to 48 hours before the game. That is when most bars finalize and confirm their programming for specific events. For an event like UFC, bars often confirm in the week before the main card. Checking too far in advance may show only Likely listings; checking closer to game time surfaces more Confirmed results.
Find Bars for Your Game
Bar programming can change close to game day. Check WhereToWatchSports for the most current confirmed bars for your event.