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Manhattan Village Celebrates FIFA World Cup with Free Soccer Clinics and Watch Parties

Jun 10, 2026 10:50PM ● By Siena Giacoma

(Shirts at the Manhattan Village World Cup store)

As the FIFA World Cup kicks off in Los Angeles, Manhattan Village is inviting South Bay residents to join the excitement with free youth soccer clinics, live match viewings, and special watch parties throughout the tournament.

Hosted in partnership with Cal South, the family-friendly events will give young soccer players the opportunity to develop their skills with professional coaches while fans gather to watch some of the tournament's biggest matches.

Children and teens are encouraged to lace up their cleats and participate in complimentary soccer clinics held at The Plaza inside Manhattan Village. Parents, guardians, and soccer enthusiasts can enjoy live World Cup broadcasts and community watch parties taking place throughout the tournament.

June 12 – World Cup Watch Party & Soccer Clinic

• 10:00 a.m. – Free Cal South Youth Soccer Clinic (The Plaza)
• 12:00 p.m. – Live FIFA World Cup Match Viewing

June 13 – FIFA World Cup 2026 Fan Fest

Manhattan Village will host an official FIFA World Cup 2026 Fan Fest featuring live match broadcasts on a 20-foot LED screen, interactive soccer games, music, food, and free family-friendly activities.

Watch live matches on the big screen:
• 12:00 p.m. – Qatar vs. Switzerland
• 3:00 p.m. – Brazil vs. Morocco
• 6:00 p.m. – Haiti vs. Scotland

Guests can also visit a custom bucket hat station hosted by Mychal's Learning Place. The first 100 guests who check in will receive a complimentary customizable bucket hat. Shoppers who spend $150 or more at Manhattan Village on June 13 can also redeem a free hat with a same-day receipt while supplies last.

Faherty will host an interactive photo booth featuring soccer-themed backdrops, and 15% of sales at the store during the event will benefit Mychal's Learning Place.

Fans can enter a Cal South raffle for a chance to win two tickets to a FIFA World Cup 2026 match, meet the organization's mascot, and learn more about local youth soccer programs.

Admission is free and on-site parking will be available.

June 17 – Soccer Skills Day

• Throughout the day – Free Soccer Clinics (The Plaza)
• 1:00 p.m. – Live FIFA World Cup Match Viewing

June 25 – Official U.S. Soccer Watch Party

• 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. – Watch Party at Joey Manhattan Beach

Manhattan Village FIFA Pop-Up Shop

Manhattan Village is also one of six retail locations in Los Angeles selling official FIFA merchandise, giving fans the opportunity to purchase tournament apparel, collectibles, and souvenirs throughout the World Cup.

3200 N. Sepulveda Blvd., Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Store Hours
Monday–Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

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