MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — As South Florida prepares to host FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, organizers are reminding fans to plan ahead for game days at “Miami Stadium,” the temporary name that will be used for Hard Rock Stadium throughout the tournament.
Officials recommend arriving at least two hours before kickoff to allow enough time for transportation, security screenings and stadium entry.
Tickets and Stadium Access
Only fans with valid match tickets will be allowed onto stadium property.
Those without tickets will not be permitted inside the stadium grounds or surrounding parking lots. Organizers also say there will be no designated watch parties or gathering areas outside the venue for people without tickets.
Fans should be prepared to pass through multiple security and ticket checkpoints before entering the stadium. A heightened law enforcement and security presence is also expected at every match.
Parking Information
Parking at Miami Stadium will be available only to fans who purchase parking passes in advance through FIFA.
Parking will not be sold at the stadium on match days, and only vehicles displaying valid FIFA-issued parking credentials will be allowed through traffic restrictions surrounding the venue.
Officials encourage fans to make parking arrangements early, as demand is expected to be high throughout the tournament.
Rideshare and Taxi Services
Fans using Uber, Lyft, taxis or similar services should be aware that rideshare vehicles will not be allowed to drop off passengers directly at the stadium.
Instead, rideshare users will be directed to designated transportation hubs away from the venue and will need to take a complimentary shuttle to Miami Stadium.
Organizers also warn that heavy demand after matches could result in longer wait times and increased rideshare fares.
Free Shuttle Service
To help move large crowds efficiently, free shuttle service will be available for ticket holders on match days.
Shuttles will run beginning about 3 1/2 hours before kickoff and continue operating for up to two hours after each match.
Pickup locations include:
- Hard Rock Hotel, 1 Seminole Way in Hollywood
- Golden Glades Park & Ride, 15890 Northwest Seventh Ave. in Miami
- Brightline Aventura Station, 19796 West Dixie Highway
- MLK Station, 6205 Northwest 27th Ave. in Miami
Fans must present a valid ticket for that day’s match before boarding a shuttle bus.
Those planning to park at a shuttle location will also need to secure parking through FIFA in advance.
Road Closures and Traffic Impacts
Drivers should expect significant traffic changes around the stadium on match days.
Several roads near Miami Stadium will be closed to vehicles without valid FIFA parking passes. Additional road closures are scheduled to begin during matches and remain in place until postgame traffic has cleared.
Officials are encouraging fans to leave early, allow extra travel time and review transportation plans before heading to the stadium.
Additional match-day information, transportation details and parking updates are available through FIFA’s official Miami World Cup resources.
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