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Miami Announces Official FIFA World Cup 2026 ™ Event Calendar Across South Florida

From FIFA Fan Festival™ Miami and a landmark beachfront kick-off celebration to community watch parties, art installations and football activations, Miami prepares to welcome the world.


The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Miami Host Committee has unveiled its official programme of events and community activities surrounding the FIFA World Cup 2026™, transforming South Florida into one of the tournament’s most vibrant host destinations.


The programme features the FIFA Fan Festival™ Miami at Bayfront Park, the ONE GAME ONE PASSION™ Kick-Off Watch Party & Concert on Miami Beach, the Copa del Sol community football festival, and REEFLINE’s Big Goals public art installation.


“Miami is not simply hosting matches – we are creating a regional celebration that reflects the energy, diversity and passion of our community,” said Rodney Barreto, Co-Chair of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Miami Host Committee. “These events are designed to welcome the world while ensuring local communities can experience the excitement of the tournament.”


FIFA FAN FESTIVAL™ MIAMI


Running from 13 June to 05 July at Bayfront Park, the FIFA Fan Festival™ Miami will serve as the centrepiece of the city’s World Cup celebrations.


The free, 23-day fan experience will feature live match screenings, concerts, cultural performances, sponsor activations, local food and drink, family-friendly activities and daily entertainment along Biscayne Bay.


Open to all with no registration required, the festival is expected to attract up to 30,000 visitors per day.



ONE GAME ONE PASSION™ KICK-OFF WATCH PARTY & CONCERT


On 11 June, Miami Beach will host a free public celebration to mark the start of the tournament:  the One Game One Passion™ Kickoff Watch Party and Concert.


Fans will gather on the beachfront to watch the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Opening Ceremony and opening match, followed by a live concert featuring Latin music star Carlos Vives and internationally renowned DJ DJ Cassidy.


Event Details

  • Location: 10th Street and Ocean Drive, Miami Beach

  • 2:00pm: Gates Open

  • 3:00pm: Opening Ceremony and Match Broadcast

  • 6:00pm: Concert Celebration



COMMUNITY WATCH PARTIES


The Host Committee will also deliver a series of free Community Watch Parties across South Florida, giving fans the opportunity to watch key matches together on large outdoor screens.


Locations include:

  • Little Haiti Park on 18 July at 5 PM

  • Miami Beach Bandshell on 18 July at 5 pm and 19 July at 3 PM

  • Amelia Earhart Park on 19 July at 3 PM

  • Tropical Park on 19 July at 3 PM

  • Palmetto Golf Course on 19 July at 3 PM

  • North Miami (NoMi) Village on 13 June at 3 PM, 6 PM and 9 PM, on 11 July at 5 PM and on 19 July at 3 PM

  • Amerant Bank Arena on 12 June at 3 PM and 6 PM, on 27 June at 7.30 PM, on 11 July at 5 PM and on 19 July at 3 PM


The programme includes selected group-stage matches, quarter-finals, the Bronze Final and the FIFA World Cup Final™.


COPA DEL SOL


Taking place from 05–07 June on Miami Beach, Copa del Sol will bring together youth, women’s, corporate and open-division football competitions alongside influencer matches, cultural programming and a Parade of Teams.


Delivered in partnership with Street Soccer USA and Plei, the festival celebrates football’s power to unite communities and reflects South Florida’s rich multicultural identity.



ART AND CULTURAL ACTIVATIONS


From 14–28 June, REEFLINE’s Big Goals installation will transform a section of Miami Beach into an immersive public art experience exploring football, creativity, sustainability and community.


Curated by Ximena Caminos, the project will form part of a wider programme of cultural activations taking place throughout the tournament.



“As the world arrives in Miami, we want every neighbourhood, every family and every visitor to feel part of this historic moment,” said Alina T. Hudak, President and CEO of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Miami Host Committee. “These events reflect the spirit of South Florida, bringing together football, music, food, art and culture through one shared passion.”


As one of 16 Host Cities for the FIFA World Cup 2026™, Miami will host seven matches during the tournament and serve as one of the premier global destinations for sports, culture, and entertainment throughout the summer of 2026.


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