Coral Gables to Host Community Watch Parties at Ponce Circle Park
CORAL GABLES, FL — The City of Coral Gables will continue its celebration of international soccer with a free, family-friendly community watch party featuring one of the tournament's most highly anticipated matches, Colombia vs. Portugal, at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, June 27, at Ponce Circle Park. Event grounds open at 6 p.m.
Located at the intersection of Ponce de Leon Boulevard and Salamanca Avenue, Ponce Circle Park will be transformed into an outdoor gathering place where residents and visitors can watch the match on a large screen while enjoying the excitement of the world's most popular sporting event.
Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and picnic blankets. Restaurants at The Plaza Coral Gables will be open throughout the evening, allowing fans to easily access food and beverages before and during the match.
The event is free and open to the public and is designed to provide a welcoming environment for soccer fans of all ages.
The city will also host community watch parties for the tournament's concluding matches:
- Third-Place Match: Saturday, July 18
- Final Match: Sunday, July 19
"One of the great things about international soccer is its ability to bring people together across cultures and generations," said Mayor Vince Lago. "These watch parties provide an opportunity for residents and visitors alike to gather as a community and share in the excitement of one of the world's premier sporting events."
Ample parking is available on surrounding streets, in nearby city garages and at The Plaza Coral Gables parking garage. City trolley service and Freebee service provide additional transportation options for those attending.
