Summer of Soccer Watch Party — Fri, Jul 3: Round of 32

What’s Happening

It’s here. The world’s biggest tournament has landed on Central — and the Round of 32 watch party Albuquerque doesn’t slow down: three knockout matches roll wall-to-wall across the Lounge. Tonight the Theater belongs to the Doors tribute concert — so every match runs across all 15 screens in The Sports Lounge, including the 4-screen video wall. Still a game day, still free entry. There’s not a bad seat in the house. Pull up, lock in, and watch it loud with the rest of the District. And lock in your table early — the Round of 32 watch party Albuquerque crowd shows up.

The Sports Lounge lives inside The Historic Lobo Theater at 3013 Central Ave NE — a Route 66 landmark in the heart of Nob Hill, Albuquerque, just east of the University of New Mexico. All summer long it’s the city’s World Cup headquarters: all 104 matches, every single game day, from the opener to the Final on July 19. Easy street parking nearby, ART buses running Central right past the door, and Nob Hill’s best food and patios all around — make it your matchday home base.

The room was built for this: stadium sound, sightlines from every table, and a crowd that shows up loud for the badge on their shirt. Whether you bleed red, white, and blue or sing for El Tri, you’ll find your section here.

Today’s Lineup (Mountain Time)

• 1:00 PM — Round of 32 match (bracket TBD)
• 4:00 PM — Round of 32 match (bracket TBD)
• 8:30 PM — Round of 32 match (bracket TBD)

All matches play on the 15 Lounge screens today — the Doors tribute concert has the Theater. Still a game day: free giveaway entry applies as always.

Doors open ahead of the first kickoff and the room runs all day — drop in for one match or camp out for the whole slate. Between matches, the video wall keeps the replays, highlights, and storylines rolling so you never lose the thread. Kickoff times are Mountain Time — double-check late changes on FIFA.com.

Round of 32 Watch Party Albuquerque — Today’s Schedule

Win the Grand Prize

Every game day, you get one free entry into the grand drawing — no purchase, no catch. Come back for all 34 game days and that’s up to 34 shots at a premium sports-memorabilia package, drawn live the night of the Final, Sunday, July 19. One entry per person, per game day. Must be present to win — so be in the room.

Eat & Drink

Game-day pour: Casamigos margarita specials — $11 made with Casamigos Silver, $12 with Casamigos Reposado. Our concession menu rotates all tournament long, so there’s always a fresh reason to come back hungry.

House Rules

18+ with valid ID. No outside food, drinks, or water bottles — we’ve got you covered inside. Every viewing party is free.

Reserve Your Table

Rolling deep? Call 505-876-7176 to reserve a table for your crew. We hold reserved tables only until the game starts — after kickoff it goes back to the floor, so don’t be late.

FAQ

Is there a cover charge?

No — viewing parties are always free.

What’s the age policy?

18 and over with valid ID.

Can I bring outside food or drinks?

No outside food, drinks, or water bottles.

How do I reserve a table?

Call 505-876-7176; tables are held until the game starts.

How does the giveaway work?

Free entry every game day (one per person), drawn the night of the Final, July 19 — must be present to win.

Where is it?

The Sports Lounge at The Historic Lobo Theater, 3013 Central Ave NE, Albuquerque (Route 66).

This is the Round of 32 watch party Albuquerque will be talking about all summer — don’t watch it from your couch. The whole tournament lives at The Lobo, and every game day is another shot at the grand prize. See the full Summer of Soccer schedule →