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Greater Miami is set to host seven FIFA World Cup 2026 matches at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. The tournament brings a massive influx of fans and events to the area.
Greater Miami is set to host seven FIFA World Cup 2026 matches at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. The tournament brings a massive influx of fans and events to the area.
The group stage schedule features four high-profile matchups. Saudi Arabia and Uruguay play on June 15 at 6:00 PM EST. Uruguay faces Cabo Verde on June 21 at 6:00 PM EST. Brazil takes on Scotland on June 24 at 6:00 PM EST. The final match is Colombia versus Portugal on June 27 at 7:30 PM EST.
Beyond the stadium, the FIFA Fan Festival Miami will run for 23 days. It will include three stages for concerts and cultural performances. The festival plans to accommodate up to 30,000 fans per day and feature 88 live match broadcasts. More than 690 hours of live entertainment and 1,000 performers are scheduled.
Expect heavy crowds and high demand for accommodations. CLEAR+ members can use new eGates at Miami International Airport to verify identity in under five seconds. The city has 35 miles of beaches, offering a way to escape the stadium crowds.
Matches are at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. The Fan Festival accommodates up to 30,000 fans per day. It offers more than 690 hours of live entertainment.
Contact the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau at 305.447.7777 for planning assistance. Meeting planners can reach them at 305.539.3071.
Explore the city's 35 miles of beaches or visit the Everglades.
Portugal will make its seventh consecutive World Cup appearance. Colombia is back after an eight-year absence. Cristiano Ronaldo is the all-time leading scorer in World Cup qualifying. Scotland had not qualified for 28 years. Uruguay has won the World Cup twice. Cabo Verde is on a two-year streak.
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