Corrientes Avenue is transforming once again with shops staying open and the subway running until the early hours of the morning, as “Corrientes 24 Hours” returns—only this time in “Fan Mode,” because a giant screen will be set up at the intersection of Corrientes Avenue and Cerrito so that after grabbing a pizza or browsing bookstores, you can watch the Argentina vs. Jordan match at 11:00 p.m. on the giant screen at the Obelisk.
So you can enjoy Corrientes Avenue as a pedestrian zone and take advantage of the special promotions at all the local shops and businesses in the area, starting at 6:30 p.m., the stretch of streets surrounding the Obelisk will become a giant pedestrian promenade where the real stars are the shops, restaurants, and fans of the Scaloneta.
The culinary circuit: classic pizzerias keep the night going
One of the highlights of Corrientes Avenue is its restaurants, charming cafés, and pizzerias, which will beopen until the early hours of the morning on June 27: don’t miss Guerrín, Las Cuartetas, Banchero, Los Inmortales, or El Palacio de la Papa Frita, as many will extend their hours until 3:00 or 4:00 a.m.
Plus, you’ll findWorld Cup-themed combo dealsand promotions, ranging from pizza-and-beer combos at promotional prices for groups of friends to special discounts if you’re wearing an Argentina jersey.
And the highlight of this special edition is thescreens everywhere: If you don’t want to watch the game standing on the street, restaurants and bars will be showing the official broadcast in their dining areas.
How to watch the national team’s match on June 27: Giant screen just a few meters from the Obelisk
If you want to cheer for Messi’s goals outdoors, you’ll find a giant high-definition screen at the intersection of Corrientes Avenue and Cerrito Street. The schedule of matches to watch from the Obelisk is as follows:
- 📺 8:30 p.m.: Colombia vs. Portugal
- 📺 11:00 p.m.: Argentina vs. Jordan
Useful tips for surviving World Cup night
👉Guaranteed transportation: So you can head home worry-free after the celebrations and a late dinner, Subway Line B will extend its service hours into the early hours of Sunday morning. Taxi stands and Metrobús bus routes on 9 de Julio Avenue will also be reinforced.
📅When: Saturday, June 27, starting at 6:30 p.m.
📍Where: Av. Corrientes and Cerrito (and the entire commercial corridor along the avenue).
