Your Rochester MN World Cup Watch Guide!

In Rochester, there is exactly one place to be to watch the World Cup this summer: Little Thistle Brewing. Owners Steve and Dawn Finnie have claimed the taproom as the official home of the 2026 World Cup in Rochester, MN.

Given that Steve is Scottish and Scotland just returned to the World Cup for the first time in 28 years after two absolutely unhinged stoppage-time goals against Denmark sent Hampden Park into full chaos, we think this is the most deserving watch-party host in the entire Midwest.

Pull up a stool, grab a pint, and come watch the beautiful game with your people. Whether you bleed football or you just love a really good excuse to be at a brewery, Little Thistle is your spot. Plus, awesome merch!!

A huge thank you to Steve, Dawn, Audrey, Wiley, and the entire team at Little Thistle for making this happen and giving Rochester a home base for one of the greatest sporting events on earth. Check the schedule below for a match to watch and cheer on with friends, old and new!

Rochester Local is a proud sponsor of the 2026 World Cup Celebration at Little Thistle

For even more summer fun, don’t forget to check out our Rochester MN Guide to Summer Events + Activities

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