The FIFA World Cup kicks off today, so dust off your soccer jerseys and get the vuvuzelas ready as 32 of the best national teams face-off in this month-long tournament.

While USA unfortunately didn’t qualify to compete in this year’s World Cup, North America was just selected as a host in 2026, which is reason enough to celebrate! The World Cup only happens every four years, so be sure to finalize your brackets and join in on the festivities at one of these South Florida locations to take advantage of their specials and catch one or all of the 64 games.

Enjoy the specials at Habitat and WATR at 1 Hotel South Beach

Don’t miss Habitat’s World Cup happy hour daily from 4 - 7pm and from 10pm until close while enjoying the following happy hour specials at the bar:

• All Habitat specialty cocktails, Well Drinks, Wines, and Draft Beer $4 - $9
• Oysters, croquetas, Habitat burgers, and more bites for $9

Then, on June 17 for the Brazil vs. Switzerland game, WATR at the 1 Rooftop will host a viewing of the game with Brazilian cocktails and specials on their new skewers menu. Sit back, relax, and take in all that comes with this floating oasis 18 stories above the beach.

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Nosh at Novecento

All Novecento locations will celebrate the World Cup with a special three-course Prix-Fixe game menu, which will be available for early kick-offs Monday through Friday 7 to 9am for just $25 per person.  The menu will feature a variety of Novecento’s signature empanadas, Argentinian French toast made with condensed milk and dulce de leche; bacon pancakes featuring a bacon infused maple syrup; avocado toast; the Lomito sandwich made with thinly sliced filet; and their beloved Choripan sandwich. If you’re feeling boozy, enjoy unlimited Mimosas for an additional $20 per person, or quench your thirst with some ice-cold Heineken priced at $25 per bucket.

Rivalry matches will feature a live DJ along with raffles and giveaways with prizes such as official team jerseys, official soccer balls, roundtrip airline tickets courtesy of Aerolíneas Argentinas and Delta Airlines and much more!

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Savor Specialty Cocktails at Alter

Alter will project the games for soccer fans to enjoy and will offer specials on cocktails, wines and beer - similar to their regular happy hour menu.

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Celebrate at the Clevelander

With a beachside location that boasts over 20 TVs and an on-site ESPN studio, sports fans know the Clevelander isn’t just party central, but also game day central. Early morning games won’t be a problem at the Clevelander with their online “kegs ‘n’ eggs” World Cup promotion, which features your choice of a classic breakfast or breakfast burrito and two Bud Lights or two mimosas all for just $19.99 if purchased in advance (or $24.99 if purchased onsite).

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Sip World Cup Beer at Veza Sur Brewery

Be the first to try Veza Sur’s World Cup brew called El Diez 10, just in time for the big game. Their take on the Belgian Witbier is named after the infamous soccer greats who have worn the No. 10 jersey, and it is the perfect companion during the matches. Veza Sur will open the taproom early to accommodate the 8 and 11 a.m. games, and will even have breakfast from Zak the Baker, empanadas from Fufi, Box Cold Brew coffee and their regular menu from Baja Bao all available for purchase. You can also partake in their weekend foosball tournaments to win a slim keg and Veza Sur swag.

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Host a Viewing Party at Fontainebleau Miami Beach

Fontainebleau Miami Beach will offer an exciting way to root for teams participating in the 2018 World Cup by offering oceanfront-viewing parties available for purchase. Guests who are looking to splurge can book a cabana at Arkadia pool, and will have a front row seat with a 14’x24’ big screen to catch the games. The Heineken Cabanas will also come complete with spirits, Red Bull, Heineken beer, pizza and burger platters, and a foosball table.

Themed cocktails from participating country teams will also be served to guests who book a cabana at Arkadia.  Specialty cocktails include:

• Spain:  Rosé Sangria
• Argentina:  Clericot made with Grey Goose
• Brazil:  Caipirinha made with Leblon
• Mexico:  Margarita made with Tequila Revolución
• England:  Cucumber Gin made with Hendrick’s Gin

Regardless of which team you’re rooting for, you don’t have to travel to Russia to join the 2018 World Cup festivities!