SPARK Social SF cancels World Cup watch parties, hours after shootings
San Francisco food-truck park cancels World Cup watch parties after shooting
Spark Social scratches World Cup watch parties in wake of shootings. In San Jose, police clash with crowds near San Pedro Square.
SAN FRANCISCO - SPARK Social SF on Wednesday abruptly announced the cancellation of all World Cup watch parties for the remainder of the matches in the "interest of protecting" the safety of their guests, staff, vendors and community.
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What we know:
San Francisco police investigate a shooting at SPARK Social SF during a World Cup watch party. June 30, 2026
The outdoor food-truck park at 601 Mission Bay Blvd. said on its website that the San Francisco parties are coming to an end and games will no longer be broadcast from its site. Dining and family activities will still be held.
"We're deeply saddened that these gatherings must come to an end," SPARK Social wrote. "But we believe this is the right decision as we prioritize the safety and well-being of our community."
The announcement came roughly 12 hours after two people were shot at 600 Mission Bay, just as Mexico won its first knockout stage win against Ecuador in 40 years. The shooter fled the scene. No other details were released.
Thrive City at Chase Center, just three blocks away, also hosted a well-attended soccer watch party as this shooting took place, though no violence was reported there.
About 45 miles south on Tuesday, there were two stabbings and chaos in San Jose during a watch party for Mexico vs. Ecuador.
San Francisco police investigate a shooting at SPARK Social SF during a World Cup watch party. June 30, 2026
The Source: SPARK Social SF, SFPD