Dubai is truly going to host football action with FIFA Club World Cup 2025 being set to start from June 15 to July 13. The City of Gold, with its rich hospitality, is set to welcome an exciting melting pot of venues, from fan zones to posh sports bars, where fans will be able to come together and enjoy the big-screen viewing of the global event. Consider this your guide to the best spots to witness every goal, save, and celebration.
Mega Fan Zones & Open-Air Spectacles
Soho Garden Meydan
This outdoors mega fan zone truly embodies a crazy atmosphere. Multiple big screens accompanied by live acts and food stalls with VIP area make it almost top-of-the-list for fans.
BudX FIFA Fan Festival-Dubai Harbour
FIFA officially recognizes this as a fan zone, which boasts views of the downtown skyline, live DJs, food trucks, and up to 10,000 fans daily soaking up the atmosphere.
Top Sports Bars & Pubs
Chic Classics:
- Fibber Magees (Sheikh Zayed Road): Irish pub for friendly vibes, happy hour deals, and big screens.
- Garden on 8 (Media City): Offers terrace dining and giant screens as well as some pub classics.
- Goose Island Tap House (FIVE JVT & JBR): Brew-focused bars buzzing with live match atmosphere.
Happening Places:
- Barasti Beach Bar (Mina Seyahi): Beachside vibe, giant screens, and a party mood.
- McGettigan’s Fan Zone (Media City Amphitheatre): Lawn + big screen + food trucks = fan festival.
High-End Watch Parties
FIVE Football Party Zone – Palm Jumeirah
Football in a ballroom-like vibe, live DJ performance, half-time shows, and sparkles into the entrance for AED 150 fully redeemable on food and drinks.
DoubleTree by Hilton – JBR
Games at the pool will be covered at their Football Village. Package prices start AED 100-200 with redeemable food and drink credit.
BAI Bar & Terrace
A stylish venue with both indoor and outdoor screens, prize contests, and happy-hour specials—perfect for low-key game day.
Family-Friendly Zones
- The Irish Village Stadium (Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium): Free entry, huge screen, and British pub charm.
- Dubai Sports City – ISD Fanzone: Multi-screen outdoor space with food trucks and VIP areas.
Tips & Takeaways
- Most venues start showing games ~1 hour before kick-off and run late into the night.
- General entry fees range from AED 50 to AED 200, often redeemable against food and drinks.
- For big-ticket match days, reserve tables early–especially at Palm Jumeirah, Media City, and Meydan locations.
Whether your taste leans toward a rowdy stadium atmosphere, a bar for the more clam fans, or a wild pool party by the beach; Dubai has an ideal venue for each and every sportsgoer. With big screens, cool drinks, live entertainment, and an electrifying vibe shared by all, every match is an occasion.
“Have fun through the Club World Cup-and may the best team win!”