It may be two months until the world’s biggest sporting event takes over Miami, but we’re already feeling the excitement. And whether or not you scored tickets to the matches at the Hard Rock Stadium, downtown Miami is bringing the FIFA World Cup experience right to you!
Beginning June 13, the free FIFA Fan Festival is taking over 436,000 square feet of Bayfront Park for three weeks of live broadcasts and immersive fan activations to keep the hype going from the first whistle to the final goal.
What is the FIFA Fan Festival?
Bayfront Park is set to become a second stadium of sorts as it prepares for this action-packed fan zone. There will be giant digital screens broadcasting the matches live, while a 10,000-capacity amphitheater sets the stage for live performances and cultural showcases.
At the center of it all is the Faces of Fan Festival, an installation where fans can add their own photos and messages to a growing visual collage that will live on beyond the tournament as a symbol of shared experience.
Doors will open ahead of match times, with activity continuing throughout the day. To combat the heat, the venue will also feature shaded areas and hydration access throughout.
When is the FIFA Fan Festival?
The free fan experience will run from June 13 to July 5, 2026 at Bayfront Park.
Watch parties across Miami
In addition to the festivities, the FIFA World Cup 2026 Miami Host Committee is introducing official public watch parties throughout the city for those who don’t want to brave the traffic surrounding the upcoming competition. Mark your calendars for the following key matches and locations:
- June 27 (Colombia vs. Portugal): Palmetto Golf Course — doors open at 6:30 p.m., kickoff at 7:30 p.m.
- July 18 (Bronze Cup): Little Haiti Park and the North Beach Sand Bowl — doors open at 4 p.m., kickoff at 5 p.m.
- July 19 (Gold Cup Final): Amelia Earhart Park, Tropical Park and the North Beach Sand Bowl — doors open at 2 p.m., kickoff at 3 p.m.
⚽ For more details about Miami’s FIFA Fan Festival, head here!
