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Where to Watch Rugby in Washington DC

Last updated November 12, 2026

League or union, finals or an autumn test, rugby fills a pub in a way little else does. These 5 venues in Washington DC carry a real signal that they show the footy.

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Shows Rugby week in, week out

The dubliner

The dubliner Shows Rugby frequently

4 F St NW, Washington, DC 20001 · 4.4 stars (3,949 reviews)

Shows rugby regularly per Google reviews

This is a serious Irish pub. World class in the heat of DC. WHENEVER you hear real Irish accents and see rugby on the TV, you know it's legitimate. There decor is amazingly Irish. The people are friendly, and the... (Google review)

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Franklin hall

Franklin hall Shows Rugby frequently

1348 Florida Ave NW, Washington, DC 20009 · 4.2 stars (663 reviews)

Franklin Hall hosts the Embassy of South Africa's Springboks watch parties.

🇿🇦🏉🇳🇿 After an incredible first watch party, we’re proud to welcome the Embassy of South Africa back to Franklin Hall as the Springboks and All Blacks meet again for the Second Test of Rugby’s... source

🇳🇿 We’re proud to welcome the Embassy of South Africa for a special watch party as the Springboks take on the All Blacks this Saturday, August 22. source

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Patriot's Pub & Grill

Patriot's Pub & Grill Shows Rugby frequently

10560 Main Street, 22030 · 4.5 stars (468 reviews)

Fairfax pub in Old Glory DC's official rugby bar network for away-match watch parties

The Old Glory Rugby Bar Network, brought to you by the Old Town Fairfax Business Association, is your go-to destination for game-day hangouts, away-match watch parties, and fan events! source

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Venues that hosted Rugby screenings

Transit Pier at The Wharf

Transit Pier at The Wharf Hosted Rugby screenings

970 Wharf St SW, Washington, DC 20024 · 4.7 stars (31 reviews)

Wharf pier that shows Six Nations rugby on a big screen at the Ireland at The Wharf festival

Be sure to stop by Transit Pier to watch the Six Nations Rugby matches on the big screen. source

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Frequently asked questions

What pub is showing the rugby in Washington DC?
5 venues in Washington DC have public evidence of showing rugby: the venue's own post or website, a club or fan-group listing, a Google review, or local coverage. Every listing on this page shows its evidence: a linked post or page from the venue, a club or local coverage, or a quoted Google review. Check the venue's current listing for the specific game or event you want to watch.
Where can I watch the big rugby matches in Washington DC?
The sections on this page split them by what the evidence says: 4 have evidence of showing rugby regularly; 1 has evidence of a specific screening. Check with the venue for sound, opening hours and booking requirements.
When are the next Rugby matches?
Next up: Rugby League World Cup: Third-place playoff (wheelchair) on Fri 13 Nov 2026, 06:15 UTC; Rugby League World Cup: Final (wheelchair) on Fri 13 Nov 2026, 08:45 UTC; Nations Championship: Italy vs Argentina on Sat 14 Nov 2026, 11:40 UTC. Some venues follow one code and some show both, so the sections below separate the club and fan-group locals from the pubs that simply have it on every week.
How is this Rugby list for Washington DC put together?
It is built from public evidence only: a venue's own posts and website, club and fan-group listings, Google reviews, and local press. We keep hospitality venues only, drop anything we cannot source, and refresh the Washington DC list as new evidence appears.