Best Soccer Bar Near Philadelphia Convention Center | Lion Sports Bar

Looking for the best soccer bar near the Philadelphia Convention Center?

Located at 1021 Arch Street, Lion Sports Bar is one of Philadelphia’s only bars built around soccer year-round, showing every Premier League match, Champions League, Europa League, Serie A, La Liga, international tournaments and every FIFA World Cup match.

Whether you're visiting Philadelphia for a convention, trade show, conference or the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Lion Sports Bar is a short walk from the Pennsylvania Convention Center and one of the best places in Center City to watch soccer.

Why Lion Sports Bar Is One Of The Best Soccer Bars Near The Philadelphia Convention Center

35 TVs throughout the venue
Sound on for major soccer matches
Philadelphia’s home for soccer
Near Pennsylvania Convention Center
Near Center City hotels
Near Chinatown
Near Reading Terminal Market
Very close to Race-Vine Station
10–15 minute subway ride directly to Philadelphia Stadium
Soccer themed cocktails inspired by countries and legendary players
Open early for major international matches
Watch parties throughout the FIFA World Cup

How Far Is Lion Sports Bar From The Philadelphia Convention Center?

Very close.

The Pennsylvania Convention Center sits around Arch Street in Center City Philadelphia, and Lion Sports Bar is located at 1021 Arch Street, making it an easy walk before or after conferences, conventions and trade shows. The Convention Center is served by nearby public transit including Race–Vine Station and Jefferson Station. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

If you're attending:

Trade shows
Industry conferences
Fan conventions
Corporate events
World Cup events
Philadelphia conventions

Lion Sports Bar is one of the easiest places nearby to catch soccer before heading back to your hotel.

Visiting Philadelphia For The 2026 FIFA World Cup?

Philadelphia is hosting multiple FIFA World Cup matches during the 2026 tournament.

Staying near the Convention Center gives visitors easy access to both Center City and the Broad Street Line subway system.

From Lion Sports Bar:

Walk to Race-Vine Station
Take the Broad Street Line south toward AT&T Station
Ride approximately 10–15 minutes
Exit at AT&T Station (last stop on the line)
Walk directly to Philadelphia Stadium (Lincoln Financial Field)

Race–Vine Station serves the Convention Center area and Broad Street subway routes. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

What Soccer Does Lion Sports Bar Show?

Lion Sports Bar regularly shows:

Premier League
Champions League
Europa League
Serie A
La Liga
International friendlies
World Cup Qualifiers
UEFA competitions
FIFA World Cup

Unlike bars that only promote soccer during major tournaments, Lion Sports Bar is built around soccer year-round.

World Cup Watch Parties Near Philadelphia Convention Center

Looking for World Cup watch parties near the Pennsylvania Convention Center?

Lion Sports Bar plans to show every FIFA World Cup match throughout the tournament.

Browse dedicated watch party pages by country:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best soccer bar near Philadelphia Convention Center?

For visitors looking to watch Premier League, Champions League or FIFA World Cup matches near the Convention Center, Lion Sports Bar is one of Philadelphia’s dedicated soccer bars.

How far is Lion Sports Bar from the Pennsylvania Convention Center?

Lion Sports Bar is located at 1021 Arch Street in Center City Philadelphia, close to the Convention Center district. The Convention Center occupies multiple city blocks around Arch Street. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Does Lion Sports Bar show Premier League matches?

Yes. Lion Sports Bar shows every Premier League match.

Does Lion Sports Bar show FIFA World Cup matches?

Yes. Lion Sports Bar plans to show every FIFA World Cup match.

Visit Lion Sports Bar

Lion Sports Bar
1021 Arch Street
Philadelphia, PA 19107

35 TVs • Sound On • Center City Philadelphia • Near Pennsylvania Convention Center • Near Race-Vine Station • Philadelphia’s Home For Soccer

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