Heritage Canada hosting FIFA watch party at LeBreton Flats July 4

Hundreds of people gathered at Lansdowne Park to watch Canada take on Switzerland in World Cup action. Photo by Tony Caldwell /POSTMEDIA

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On June 28, when Canada beat South Africa in a tense 1-0 game, sports bars across the city erupted with passion.

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Outside the Glebe Central Pub, fans ran down the street waving huge Canadian flags, cars driving by honked in triumph, and drumming circles turned Bank Street into quite the party.

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That party gets even bigger Saturday, July 4, when Canada takes on Morocco at 1 p.m. in a round of 16 match — the furthest the Canadian men have ever reached in the tournament — with a free World Cup watch party at the site of Ottawa Bluesfest at LeBreton Flats Park.

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Heritage Canada is partnering with the City of Ottawa are partnering to host only the second public watch party of the tournament in the city, after the final of the group stage was broadcast at Lansdowne Park.

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Things kick off Sunday at 11 a.m., with food and beverages available to purchase on site at LeBreton. Though fans of all ages are welcome, admission is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

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“As the nation’s capital, Ottawa will join that shared national celebration, with the gathering at LeBreton Flats giving everyone in the National Capital Region a place to share the excitement, celebrate our team and stand together behind the Maple Leaf,” said Marc Miller, Canada’s culture minister, in a statement.

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Those planning ahead should know that only small or clear bags no larger than a fanny pack will be allowed, and they will be inspected upon entry.

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