Where to watch the AFL Australian Football League games in Bali
Bali‘s sports bar scene is a haven for Aussie expats and footy fans, with many venues showing AFL live via satellite (Fox Sports/ESPN) or streaming. Due to the time difference (Bali GMT+8 is 3 hours ahead of eastern Australia), Saturday games often start late morning/afternoon Bali time – bars open early for big matches like finals or derbies. Seminyak and Legian are hotspots; confirm via bar Facebook for sound/coverage, as it’s hugely popular with the large Australian crowd.AFL 2026 Season Key Dates
- Grand Final: 2.30pm Saturday 26th September 2026. Kick off time Bali time starts 12.30pm.
Sports Bars in Seminyak Showing AFL Live
These Aussie-heavy bars reliably show AFL (often with sound for big games); Seminyak/Legian focus.
The GOAT – The Pub in Seminyak
Location and Map link
Seminyak – Eat Street, Jl. Kayu Aya – 10 minute walk from Seminyak Square
Restaurant type
19 screens across 2 levels + surround sound; opens early; shows all AFL.
Food Highlights at The Goat
Bar snacks and great pub food – Fish and Chips are excellent – Cold Bintang ~50,000–70,000.
Galaxy Sports Bar
Location and Map link
Seminyak – Jl. Dhyana Pura – south end of Seminyak, on the Legian / Double Six side
Restaurant type
Great Sports Bar – Several big screens; opens 9 AM–late; long-time AFL viewer. Cold Bintang ~40,000–60,000
Food Highlights at Galaxy Sports Bar
Very good pub food. I recommend the Bacon and Egg rolls.
Lucky Day Sports Bar
Location and Map link
Seminyak – Jl. Camplung Tanduk – up from Double Six Beach
Restaurant type
Large sports bar – Two huge projector screens + HD TVs; opens 8:30 AM–late; top spot for AFL with sound.
Chicken Scnity very good!
Food Highlights at Lucky Day Sports bar
Local Indonesian, pub meals, fresh seafood, western treats; popular: burgers, pizzas. ~50,000–80,000 (Bintang draught)
Nirvana Sports Bar
Location and Map link
Seminyak – Jl. Kayu Aya – 4 minutes walk from Seminyak Square
Restaurant type
Vibrant, modern bar with 20+ large screens; dedicated to live sports including AFL, F1 Grand Prix, UFC, Premier League; high-energy atmosphere for race days, pool tables, air-conditioned; popular with tourists and expats
Food Highlights at Nirvana Sports Bar
Classic pub comfort food like homemade burgers (Australian beef), Sunday roasts, wings, pizzas, large portions. Good Aussie Burgers.
Forge Gastro Pub
Location and Map link
Restaurant type
Forge Gasto Pub is located at the top end of Seminyak, just up from Jalan Petitenget, close to Kerobokan. Big screens; Open 24-hours a day, 7 days a week. Very popular for Saturday afternoon AFL games, large Aussie crowd.
Food Highlights at Forge
Gastro pub meals; popular. Extensive food menu available 24 hours a day, breakfast, bites and snacks, fresh oysters. Loads of pub food like burgers, bangers and mash, meats pies, pork schnitzel, chicken parmi, steaks (imported from Australia), pizza, pasta, bbq ribs and Sunday roasts. Local beers ~40,000–60,000 (deals common).
Sports Bars in Sanur Showing AFL Live
The Place 2 Be Bar – Sanur
Location and Map link
Sanur – Jl, Danau Poso – southern end of Sanur – 12 minutes walk from Hyatt Regency
Bar type
No food – but you can get delivery from the local restaurants – Pizza N Go is 50 meters away.
2 large screens, 1 pool table, bloody cold beer.
Cheapest beer in Sanur! 28,000Rp for a bottle of Bintang, 30,000Rp for Bintang on tap.
Jimmy’s Sports Bar & Restaurant
Location and Map link
Jl. Danau Toba No.20 Sanur – in the northern end of Sanur, close to the Sindhu Night Market – see Google Map Location
Bar Description
A very popular sports bar in Sanur showing Aussie sports, escecially the AFL (owner seems to a be a Collingwood supporter with all the banners around the bar). Jimmy’s has10 large TV screens dotted around the bar for showing various sports.
Food Highlights at Jimmy’s Restaurant
A great range of Pub food and Indonesian food. I recommend the Soto Ayam – Indonesian chicken noodle soup. Cheap beer 34,000Rp for a bottle of bloody cold Bintang.
Sports Bars in Kuta Showing AFL Live
Stadium Cafe Sport Bar
Location and Map link
Jl. Kartika Plaza – just along from Kuta Square – Google Map location
Restaurant type
The largest sports bar, not just in Kuta but all of Bali. With 14 large TV screens and 4 massive projector screens.
Large selection of cocktails and jelly shots.
Food Highlights at Stadium Cafe
A huge food menu with all the classic pub food plus location Indonsian and Asian dishes.
Royal Jack Sports Bar
Location and Map link
Kuta – Poppies Lane II – at front of the Barong Hotel
Restaurant type
Good pub food; burgers, pizza, the hot dogs are very good.
Plenty of big screens; opens 10 AM–late; general sports including AFL. Icy cold beers ~50,000–70,000.
Sports Bars in Ubud Showing AFL Live
The Melting Pot Saloon
Location and Map link
Ubud – Jl. Raya Pengosekan (Hanoman) No.22X – 8 minutes walk from Sacred Monkey Forest Sanctuary
Restaurant type
Multiple screens; opens early for big events; reliable AFL showings
Food Highlights at The Melting Pot
Saloon/pub fare; popular: steaks, ribs. ~50,000–70,000 for local beer.
Sports Bars in Canggu Showing AFL Live
The Barn Gastropub
Location and Map link
Restaurant type
Laid back vibe bar with live music and live sport
Food Highlights at The Barn
Gastro pub meals
Bench Sports Bar
Location and Map link
Restaurant type
A lively sports bar on the hill heading down to Batu Bolong Beach with 1 pool table. Located across the road from Aston Canggu Beach Resort.
Food Highlights at The Bench Sports Bar
Good pub food – Burgers, chicken, Poutine, Mac and Cheese balls, Tacos.
Sports Bars in Legian Showing AFL Live
Y Sports Bar
Location and Map link
Restaurant type
Extra-large LED screens; opens early; buzzing for AFL.
Food Highlights at Y Sports Bar
Western/Asian; popular: steaks, bangers & mash
Do Any Hotels Have Sports Channels Showing AFL?
Yes, luxury resorts with Fox Sports/ESPN show AFL in bars/rooms:
- AYANA Resort Bali (Jimbaran): Sports channels; bar for live AFL.
- The Mulia (Nusa Dua): Satellite; lounges for matches.
- Four Seasons Resort Bali: TrueVisions; great for Aussie sports.
Can You Stream Live on Your Own Device?
Yes – use VPN (e.g., ExpressVPN) for geo-blocks:
- Kayo Sports (Australia): Full AFL (~AUD 25/month).
- Watch AFL app: Official international streaming (~$20/week or $99/season).
- 7plus (free with VPN to Australia for some games).
Bali’s massive Aussie community makes AFL viewing social and electric – grab a Bintang and enjoy!
Last updated 12th September 2026
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If you are looking for the best place to watch sport and all the finals action then head to Finns Recreation Club at Canggu. With over 30 screens both indoors and out the air conditioned sports bar and spacious outdoor Bistro C are the perfect place to watch in comfort and be sure of getting a good spot in front of a screen.