Philadelphia bars to stay open till 4 am during 2026 World Cup

Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro signed a bipartisan bill allowing Philadelphia bars to remain open until 4 a.m. during World Cup matches and Fourth of July celebrations this year. The extended hours represent a temporary departure from the state's standard bar closing times and are designed to accommodate late-night viewing of international soccer matches and holiday festivities in the city. The measure gives bars the option—rather than requiring them—to stay open later, allowing establishments to decide whether extended hours make business sense for their operations. The World Cup is being held in the United States in 2026, making Philadelphia one of the host cities for the tournament.