Watch Rugby World Cup 2027 Live in Melbourne
The Rugby World Cup 2027 is coming to Australia, and Transport Public Bar at Federation Square is gearing up for six weeks of rugby, cold beers and big match-day atmosphere.
Looking for where to watch the Rugby World Cup 2027 in Melbourne CBD? We've got you covered with 13 screens + 3 mega screens, great pub food and a crowd ready to get behind every try, tackle and last-minute conversion.
From the Wallabies and All Blacks to the Springboks, England, Ireland and beyond, catch the world's biggest rugby tournament right in the heart of Melbourne.
1 October – 13 November 2027 | Transport Public Bar, Federation Square
Watch Rugby World Cup 2027 Live at Transport Public Bar
Whether you're backing the Wallabies, cheering on the All Blacks or just love a good game of rugby, there's no better way to watch than with your mates and a cold beer in hand.
Here's what you can expect:
13 screens + 3 mega screens for all the big rugby moments
Live coverage of Rugby World Cup matches
Cold beers, cocktails and pub favourites
A buzzing atmosphere for the biggest international clashes
A central Melbourne CBD location at Federation Square
Rugby World Cup 2027 – Key Matches & Dates
Australia is hosting the Rugby World Cup for the first time since 2003, and there's plenty to get excited about.
Match / Event | Date |
|---|---|
Australia vs Hong Kong China – Opening Match | Friday 1 October |
New Zealand vs Australia | Saturday 9 October |
Australia vs Chile | Saturday 16 October |
Round of 16 | 23–24 October |
Quarter-finals | 30–31 October |
Semi-finals | 5–6 November |
Rugby World Cup Final | Saturday 13 November |
Match screening schedules and booking details will be confirmed closer to the tournament.
Rugby World Cup 2027 in Melbourne
Melbourne is hosting eight Rugby World Cup matches at Docklands Stadium, including six pool matches and two Round of 16 fixtures.
Heading to a match? Make Transport Public Bar your meeting spot for a pre-game beer or post-match catch-up.
Not heading to the stadium? Settle in at the pub and catch the rugby on our big screens instead.
Located at Federation Square, directly opposite Flinders Street Station, we're easy to get to whether you're coming from across Melbourne or visiting for the tournament.
Your Home for Rugby World Cup 2027 in Melbourne CBD
Big rugby moments are better shared.
From the opening match to the Rugby World Cup Final, Transport Public Bar is getting ready for a huge tournament.
Bring your mates. Pick your side. We'll see you at Transport.
Transport Public Bar | Ground Floor, Federation Square, Melbourne
Screening times, bookings and any special match-day offers will be updated closer to the tournament.