Worried you are going to miss your favourite sports while travelling to Bali? Sports fans staying in Canggu will have no FOMO as there are a good dozen sports bars where you can watch sports while enjoying ice-cold beers.
From horse racing to boxing and tennis, Canngu will show you Western favourites on a big screen.
As long-time Bali residents, we have found the best sports bars in Canggu and around with a friendly crowd and a great range of sports games. All places on this list are proper sports bars without karaoke or dance nights interfering with live sports.
Please note, that not every bar is in the centre of Canggu, but we made sure that all of them are within a short ride if they are really worth it.
Best Sports Bars In Canggu
Bistro C @ FINNS Rec Club
One of the finest Bali sports bars broadcasting all the sports you love and we are not exaggerating. They have 10 big TVs and for final events like AFL they organize mass watching with the biggest screen in Bali.
It has an air-conditioned sports bar with warm interiors and pool table and outdoor seating in from of a football field. The food here is a gastronomic journey, which is a great option if beers don’t keep you full for long.
If you’re a sports fan, Bistro C publishes a full schedule of all the broadcasted games online so you can plan ahead.
Sports to watch at Bistro C: boxing events, UFC and MMA, football (AFL and American football), soccer, horse race (Melbourne Cup), tennis, NBA basketball matches, cricket, cycling, golf, baseball, F1 races, rugby, Olympic games, and other live sports.
Where Is It? Jl. Pantai Berawa No.5, Tibubeneng, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Online: FINNS
James Cook Sports Bar
A pub-style open-air sports bar with multiple HD screens, pool tables, beer garden, and promos on cold beer during live streams. The crowd is a melting pot of expats and locals – super friendly and chill.
In between games, you can play pool or darts, and even participate in a competition. And on the nights there are no live sports, live music sessions take place.
Sports to watch at James Cook: mainly boxing events, NRL, AFL, and rugby.
Where Is It? James Cook Sports Bar, Jl. Raya Semer No.100, Kerobokan, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Online: Instagram
Nirvana Sports Bar
Simple bar in Seminyak, not far from Canggu, with indoor and outdoor areas, pub grub, and many screens to watch sports. Make sure to check their social media as sometimes the live music band is playing and it can interfere with live sports.
And if you want to quickly make friends here, try banging the gong and see what happens!
Sports to watch at Nirvana sports bar: Premier League, football, NBA, boxing, cricket, MotoGP and F1, rugby, UFC, and other sports.
Where Is It? Jl. Kayu Aya No.50B, Seminyak, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Online: Nirvana
The Barn
The Barn is a modern version of a traditional British pub with draft beers and premium spirits. The bar has 6 big screens along with one huge projector. They secured a perfect location – tucked away from Canggu’s crazy traffic and yet right in its epicentre.
It is definitely an upscale place compared to other sports bars like Nirvana or Faraway Sports Bar, but it is still an amazing venue to watch your favourite sport or team and dine. While you’re busy kids are more than welcome to use a pool table, shuffleboard or foosball table.
In terms of food, expect pub staples like Sunday roast, shepherd’s pie, burgers, and seafood dishes with produce sourced from the local fish markets.
Sports to watch at The Barn: Premier League matches, Champions League, NRL, AFL, and F1.
Where Is It? Jl. Lkr. Nelayan, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali, Indonesia
Online: The Barn
The Bench Sports Bar Canggu
One of the OGs of the sports bar scene in Canggu is a laid-back open-air sports bar with cold beers and good food. On the day of big games, it is packed! They have a huge projector screen to watch sports.
The Bench has something no other sports bar has – a boxing bay where anyone can organize a quick sparring match inspired by a pint of refreshing cold beer.
Every Thursday there is a pool tournament too for all levels.
Sports to watch at The Bench: World Cup, Euros, Super Bowl, netball, AFL, rugby, tennis, F1, cricket, MotoGP, soccer, basketball, and other major sporting events.
Where Is It? Jl. Pantai Batu Bolong No.99, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Online: The Bench
Faraway Sports Bar
Go out and have fun like a local! Faraway Sports Bar has no AC but a great selection of sporting events to watch!
It is a decent place to watch sports, take advantage of happy hour promos, and enjoy some local bands playing good music.
Sports to watch at Faraway: NRL, AFL, EPL, F1, Moto GP, Rugby Six Nations, UFC, surfing, cricket, Supercars Championship tennis, and more.
Where Is It? Jl. Pantai Batu Mejan, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80351, Indonesia
Online: Instagram
Legends Bistro Bar & Sports @ Tamora Square
At Legends, you can pick between the indoor and outdoor areas to enjoy their draught beer selection and 10+ big TVs to watch your favourite sports.
Great food, great cocktails, a friendly crowd, and regular promos. Easy to book a table for a big match.
If you need more fun, there is also a pool table and an arcade game machine with more than 3000 games at no extra cost.
Sports to watch at Legends: AFL, UFC, UEFA, FIFA, rugby, Premier League, NRL, boxing, F1, MotoGP, Olympic games, and many more.
Where Is It? Jl. Subak Sari 13, Tibubeneng, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Online: Instagram
Winx Sports Bar
Winx Sports Bar is an Aussie-style sports bar located between Canggu and Seminyak, packed with big screens and a relaxed crowd.
The food and drinks are super affordable and the selection of live sports is amazing so the location doesn’t stop long-term residents from coming here.
Sports to watch at Winx: NFL, NRL, horse racing, UFC, NBL and NBA, football, NHL, and pretty much any sports you can think of.
Where Is It? Jl. Petitenget, Kerobokan Kelod, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Online: Facebook
Lucky Day Sports Bar Bali
Lucky Day is a great sports bar in Seminyak, not that far from Canggu. To make sure every table has the best view, they installed multiple HD screens and huge projector screens all around the floor.
The website has a proper sports schedule so fans can plan ahead. You can even request a specific sport you want to watch.
On the days without live broadcasts, Lucky Day hosts acoustic music or rock music evenings.
Sports to watch at Lucky Day: horse racing (Melbourne Cup), AFL, NRL, UFC, and cricket, but also MotoGP, soccer, basketball, and boxing.
Where Is It? Jl. Camplung Tanduk, Seminyak, Kec. Kuta, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Online: Lucky Day
The Plumbers Arms
Classic English pub with traditional pub grub from Sunday roast to fish and chips, draught beer garden, darts, and billiard.
To watch sports they don’t have as many TV screens as other sports bars but the space is pretty square and open so the visibility is good no matter where you choose to sit down. The space is fully air-conditioned too.
Sports to watch at The Plumbers Arms: mainly World Cup, AFL, MRL, F1, MotoGP, and UFC.
Where Is It? Jl. Raya Anyar No.8, Kerobokan, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Online: The Plumbers Arms
Knockout Bar
Knockout Bar is a simple sports bar in Pererenan with an open-air space with a cool mural, big screens, a pool table, and good beers.
They mostly broadcast Australian sporting events and hold pool tournaments every Tuesday. The food is a mix of Western staples and Asian classics.
Fair note – the bar is closed on Monday.
Sports to watch at Knockout: UFC, boxing, Premier League football, tennis, cricket, and rugby.
Where Is It? Jl. Pantai Pererenan No.115, Pererenan, Kec. Mengwi, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80351, Indonesia
Online: Instagram
Friends Bar
Friends Bar is a modern space for friends to hang out with a pool table, darts, card games, and a few screens to watch live sports.
They have a great menu and delicious cocktails, but both are quite pricey compared to many other sports bars around Canggu.
As they are not primarily a sports bar, they don’t post live sports schedules, but if you know there is a game happening, it will be most likely on TV at Friends.
Sports to watch at Friends:
Where Is It? Jl. Subak Sari, Canggu, Kec. Kuta Utara, Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia
Online: Friends
FAQs
Where Can I Watch The AFL In Canggu?
Every sports bar in Canggu will broadcast AFL. The best sports bars to watch Australian Football League matches are Bistro C, Bench, James Cook, and Legends Bar.
Where Can I Watch Football In Canggu?
Sports bars in Canggu show the Premier League, NFL, AFL, UEFA and FIFA matches. The best places to watch football in the Canggu area are Bistro C and Legends Bistro )specifically for FIFA and UEFA), and every sports bar in Canggu will do live AFL matches.
Where Can I Watch NRL In Canggu?
You can easily watch NRL matches at Bistro C, James Cook, The Barn, Faraway, Lucky Day Bar, Winx, and Legends sports bars if you’re staying in Canggu or Seminyak.
How Can I Watch Sports In Canggu?
You can watch sports in one of the many sports bars in Canggu. If it is a major match, make sure to book the table upfront as sporting events are very popular among expats and island visitors. The best sports bars in Canggu with the largest selection of sports are Bistro C, Bench, Faraway, and
Where Can I Watch the NBA In Canggu?
To watch the NBA in Canggu, book a table at Bistro C, Winx Sports Bar, or Nirvana Sports Bar. All three usually broadcast basketball games.
Where Can I Watch The Rugby World Cup In Canggu?
Almost all sports bars in Canggu and around will show rugby games. Your best bets are Bistro C, Knockout Bar, Legends Sports Bar, Faraway, and The Bench.
Final Thoughts On Sports Bar, Canggu
Sports lovers visiting Canggu will not be disappointed with the quality of cold drinks and live sports shown on HD big screens. From fancier places with expertly crafted cocktails to old-school Bali bars.
Bistro C may be the ideal place for watching live sports since it is really hard to find sports they don’t show. Any major sporting events – Canggu will broadcast them for sure.
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