World Cup watch parties, family-friendly festivities, shopping experiences and international invitations abound as the World Cup approaches.<\/p>\n
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The World Cup<\/a> is coming up soon, and with several matches taking place in Arlington, fans from around the world are coming to the Metroplex to join in on the festivities. Several places around Plano are adding to the fun.<\/p>\n Legacy West:<\/p>\n June 4 \u2013 A soccer-themed art installation will be unveiled, along with themed-dining experiences, live events and watch parties throughout the remainder of the matches.<\/p>\n June 5 \u2013\u00a0Legacy West is kicking (pun intended) off the season with the grand opening of Adidas\u00a0 from 10:30 a.m. to noon. The opening will include a live DJ, face painters, snow cones, photo ops, and giveaways for a \u2018Texas Meets Soccer\u2019 activation. The new store is located at 7501 Windrose Ave., Suite D190. RSVP<\/a> is required, but the event is free to attend.<\/p>\n June 8 \u2013 Celebration with the public kicks off with yard games, complimentary snow cones and photo ops from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.<\/p>\n June 12-19: Legacy Food Hall<\/a> hosts a Summer of Soccer celebration with giant screens, Casamigos cocktail specials, live DJs, swag giveaways and food from the hall\u2019s various eateries.<\/p>\n Downtown Plano<\/p>\n June 13 \u2013 Japan\u2019s Ultras Nippon<\/a> are hosting a celebration at McCall Plaza at 6 p.m. with a Japanese musician, a DJ performance, food and drinks,a. full bar and a supporter cheer exchange between Japan National Team supporters, Ultras Nippon and FC Dallas supporters.<\/p>\n Granite Park<\/p>\n June 10 \u2013 A Soccer Celebration Market<\/a> will take place from 6 to 10 p.m. with music from DJ Kiks, soccer-themed games, artisan vendors from Lively Local Markets and food and drinks.<\/p>\n The Shops at Legacy East<\/p>\n Now through August 1 \u2013 A FIFA merch vending machine resides by Half Shells, stocked with hats, scarves, mascot figurines and other themed merchandise. Items range from about $35 to $325.<\/p>\n Watch Parties<\/p>\n According to\u00a0Visit Plano, many Plano restuarnats and bars are hosting World Cup watch parties.<\/p>\n Austin Avenue Grill & Sports Bar
\nBottle Rockets Bar
\nDirty Birds Sports Bar & Grill
\nGigi\u2019s Bar & Lounge
\nHoly Grail Pub
\nJorg\u2019s Cafe Vienna (only the Austrian matches against Argentina and Algeria. RSVP is required and can by made at jorg@jorgscafevienna.com)<\/a>
\nMexican Bar Companby<\/p>\n