Best Big Game Watch Parties in San Francisco: Downtown Guide 2026
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
It’s time to get your game faces on for the biggest Football Game of the year! Whether you’re repping the Seattle Seahawks or the New England Patriots on Sunday, February 8th, downtown San Francisco is stacked with bars and lounges ready to bring the energy. From giant HD screens to themed cocktails and lively fan atmospheres, here are the top spots hosting free viewing parties and all-day celebrations.
Pre-Game Day Celebrations
Chinatown - Lunar New Year Block Party
During Big Game Week, the Chinatown Lunar New Year Block Party will transform Grant Avenue into a historic celebration in the heart of San Francisco Chinatown. Celebrate Lunar New Year and the Big Game with local small businesses, cultural performances, music, and immersive experiences.
🗓 February 4 | 5 PM - 9 PM
📍 Grant Avenue
Downtown First Thursdays - Big Game Edition
Kickoff your Big Game weekend in Downtown San Francisco at Downtown First Thursdays with DJs, dancing, drag, food trucks, shopping, and special guest Austin Millz. It's the party you know and love, with even more to explore. Free with RSVP here!
🗓 February 5 | 5 PM - 10 PM
📍 714 Montgomery St
Ferry Building - Big Game Projection Show
Through a series of illustrations, the Ferry Building will transform into a time machine – taking fans back through the last "Sixty Years of Super Bowl" and culminating with this year’s matchup in the Bay Area. Best viewed from Harry Bridges Plaza, the projection will be live nightly from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM, February 5–7.
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️February 5-7 | 6 PM - 11 PM
📍 1 Ferry Building
Moscone Center - Super Bowl Experience
The NFL takes over the Moscone Center starting Tuesday, February 3 through Saturday, February 7 with Super Bowl Experience presented by Jersey Mike's, the NFL's football theme park! The Super Bowl Experience will feature interactive games, star player autographs, photos with the Super Bowl Rings and The Vince Lombardi Trophy, and exclusive merchandise from the NFL Shop presented by Visa. It's the ultimate Super Bowl Week event with fun for all ages.
🗓 ️February 3-7 | 3 PM - 10 PM
📍 Moscone Center North & South | 747 Howard St
Merchants Exchange Building - 2026 Ditka's Gridiron Greats Cigars with the Stars Party
Kick off the biggest football weekend of the year in style and join fellow fans at the historic Merchant’s Exchange Building in San Francisco for an exclusive VIP evening featuring legendary football stars, premium cigars, fine single-malt scotch, and elevated cuisine, all while supporting the Gridiron Greats Assistance Fund.
🗓 February 5 | 8 PM
📍 465 California St
Barbarossa Lounge - Playmakers Party
FHM Magazine and Babes in Toyland presents the 5th Annual Playmakers Party at Barbarossa Lounge delivering a high-energy celebration in the heart of downtown San Francisco. Playmaker’s Party has become the marquee event on Thursday night of the big Football Championship weekend.
🗓️ February 5 | 9 PM - 2 AM
📍 714 Montgomery St
Where to Watch the Biggest Game of the Year
Barbarossa Lounge - Free Viewing Party
Expect one of the best visual setups downtown, with a massive 150" HD projection screen and a 70" HDTV bringing every play, replay, and highlight to life. Experience the game the way it was meant to be watched on big screens, great drinks, and an unbeatable atmosphere at Barbarossa Lounge.
🗓 February 8 | Doors Open at 2 PM ~ Kick-Off at 3:30 PM
📍 714 Montgomery St
Sam’s Grill - Annual Game Day at Sam's Viewing Party
Enjoy game day the classic San Francisco way. Whether you’re in the mood for martinis and oysters or wings and pints, Sam's Grill has the space, the screens, and the party covered. Experience the big game in their tavern, atrium, and dining room, with food and drink specials running from kickoff 'till close.
🗓 February 8 | 10 AM – End of Game
📍 374 Bush St
Irish Times – Big Game Watch Party at Irish Times
All eyes on the action with 10 large‑screen TVs and food and drink specials running all day. Grab a seat and don’t miss a single play at Irish Times!
🗓 February 8 | 1:30 PM – End of Game
📍 500 Sacramento St
Harrington's Bar & Grill - The Game Watch Party
Catch all the action and enjoy the Big Game! Harrington's Bar & Grill is bringing the ultimate game‑day vibes with great drinks, good food, and plenty of screens!
🗓 February 8 | Doors Open at 1:30 PM, Game at 3:30 PM
📍 245 Front St
Amador Club - Touchdown at The Bank: The Big Game Watch Party
Experience the game in an iconic historic venue, The Bank at Amador, with big plays on massive screens, elevated luxury, team‑jersey energy, and a seamless flow from kickoff to the final whistle straight into the after‑party.
🗓 February 8 | 2:30 PM - 6:30 Pm
📍 555 Montgomery St
Hosting a Watch Party in the FiDi or Jackson Square?
If your business is planning a watch party, fan celebration, or game‑day activation in the Financial District or Jackson Square, we’d love to feature you. Submit your event using our online submission form to be included in upcoming newsletters and game‑week guides.
Help fans find your space and be part of Downtown SF’s biggest football weekend of the year.
As you prepare, we encourage all businesses to review the Bay Area Host Committee Public Screening Playbook, along with the full NFL public screening guidelines, to ensure your event is set up for success.
Stay Tuned for More Big Game Watch Parties
More watch parties, pop‑ups, and game‑day celebrations are still being announced across Downtown San Francisco. Stay in the loop as venues roll out specials, screen setups, and fan experiences leading up to the Football Championship of the Year.
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