A definitive, month-by-month guide to the year that puts Miami at the center of the sports world.
In 2026, Miami doesn’t just host major sporting events — it becomes the global stage. From championship football and outdoor hockey to Formula One, the FIFA World Cup, and elite endurance competitions, the city delivers a once-in-a-generation sports calendar that blends competition, culture, and luxury.
Below, the essential events defining Miami’s historic year.
? NHL Winter Classic
January 2 | loanDepot park
The NHL’s most iconic outdoor game makes history in Miami as the Florida Panthers face the New York Rangers under open skies. Ice hockey in a baseball stadium — framed by palm trees — becomes one of the most visually striking events of the year.
? College Football Playoff National Championship
January 19 | Hard Rock Stadium
The biggest night in college football lands in Miami, crowning a national champion in front of a global audience. Expect championship drama, celebrity attendance, and one of the largest single-day sports spectacles of the year.
? Pegasus World Cup
January 24 | Gulfstream Park, Hallandale Beach
Part elite thoroughbred racing, part high-fashion social event, the Pegasus World Cup is where sport meets spectacle. Designer outfits, VIP tents, and million-dollar purses define Miami’s most glamorous race day.
? Life Time Miami Marathon & Half Marathon
January 25 | Citywide
Thousands of runners take over Miami’s streets for one of the most scenic endurance races in the country, weaving past the waterfront, downtown skyline, and Miami Beach at sunrise.
⚡ Formula E Miami E-Prix
January 31 | Miami
The world’s premier electric racing series brings futuristic speed and sustainability to Miami, blending cutting-edge motorsport with a street-race atmosphere and global attention.
⛳ U.S. Open Golf Croquet
February 9–14 | Miami Area
A refined and lesser-known championship, this event introduces precision sport to Miami’s winter season, attracting international competitors and a discerning audience.
⛳ PGA Tour Cognizant Classic
February 26 – March 1 | Palm Beach Gardens
One of South Florida’s premier golf tournaments, the Cognizant Classic delivers world-class play, corporate hospitality, and an elevated spectator experience just north of Miami.
⛵ Bacardi Cup Invitational Regatta
March 1–7 | Biscayne Bay
Sailing tradition meets Miami glamour as elite sailors from around the world race across Biscayne Bay during one of the city’s most storied maritime events. The Bacardi Cup Invitational Regatta returns to Biscayne Bay from March 1–7, 2026, blending world-class sailing with the legendary hospitality of BACARDÍ. Drawing more than 600 sailors from over 20 countries, the event brings together Olympic and world champions, sailing legends, and passionate amateurs for elite racing by day and lively socials, live music, and signature BACARDÍ cocktails by night. Known for its inclusive spirit and vibrant atmosphere, the Bacardi Cup offers an unforgettable week of competition, camaraderie, and Miami flair on and off the water.
⚾ World Baseball Classic (WBC)
March 6–17 | loanDepot park
International baseball reaches fever pitch as national teams compete in front of some of the loudest, most passionate crowds in the sport. Miami remains the emotional heart of the tournament.
? Wodapalooza
March 12–15 | Miami Beach
One of the world’s premier fitness competitions transforms Miami Beach into an open-air arena, drawing elite athletes, brands, and fans from across the globe.
? Miami Open Tennis
March 15–29 | Hard Rock Stadium
A marquee stop on the ATP and WTA tours, the Miami Open blends Grand Slam-level tennis with Miami’s signature social energy, luxury suites, and celebrity sightings.
?️ HYROX Miami Beach
April 3–5 | Miami Beach
This high-intensity indoor-outdoor race format brings elite hybrid athletes and fitness enthusiasts together for one of the fastest-growing competitions in global sport.
? Global Champions Arabians Tour — Miami Beach
April 10–12 | Miami Beach, FL
A distinctive international equestrian championship that showcases the world’s finest Arabian horses in competition across multiple categories. Set against the Atlantic shoreline, The Global Champions Arabians Tour (GCAT) blends world-class sport with Miami’s signature luxury culture — complete with VIP hospitality, curated experiences, and elite audiences.
? UFC 327
April 11 | Kaseya Center
The world’s premier MMA organization returns to Miami with a major fight night, delivering sold-out crowds, global broadcasts, and high-stakes bouts inside the octagon.
?♂️ Swim Miami
April 12: Miami Marine Stadium
Join us at The Miami Marine Stadium for the East Coast’s longest-standing OPEN WATER SWIM. The Corporate 800 Meter Swim, The Miami Mile, The 5km Swim, The 10km Swim, and the K9-Krawl World Championships! Founded in 1989, Swim Miami is the East Coast’s longest-running open water swimming event and a globally recognized race by WOWSA. Hosted at the iconic Miami Marine Stadium, the event offers multiple distances—from the Corporate 800 Meter Swim to the 10K—while promoting open water swimming and drowning prevention. Known for its welcoming, community-driven atmosphere, Swim Miami also features unique experiences like the K9-Krawl World Championships, making it a standout celebration of fitness and fun on the water.
? Model Volleyball Miami Beach
April 18–19 | 8th Street & Ocean Drive
Professional beach volleyball meets Miami fashion and culture, with elite athletes competing steps from the ocean in one of the city’s most visually striking settings.
⛳ Cadillac Championship PGA TOUR
April 29 – May 3, 2026: Trump National Doral
The Cadillac Championship marks a major moment in professional golf as Cadillac returns as the title sponsor of the PGA TOUR’s newest Signature Event, re-establishing its presence at Miami’s legendary Trump National Doral on the famed Blue Monster course. Set for spring 2026, this multi-year partnership brings one of the sport’s most iconic automotive brands back to top-tier golf for the first time in a decade, celebrating history while introducing a fresh chapter in elite competition. As part of the PGA TOUR’s Signature Event lineup—with a limited field and elevated purse—the Cadillac Championship promises world-class golf, premium fan experiences, and renewed energy at one of Miami’s most storied venues.
? Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix
May 1–3 | Miami International Autodrome
The crown jewel of Miami’s sports calendar. Formula One takes over the city with a weekend that blends elite racing, celebrity culture, luxury hospitality, and global media attention.
⚽ FIFA World Cup 2026
June 11 – July 19 | Hard Rock Stadium
The world arrives in Miami as the city hosts multiple matches of the most-watched sporting event on Earth. For five weeks, Miami becomes an international crossroads of culture, competition, and celebration.
From June 15 through July 18, 2026, Miami will become a premier global stage for the FIFA World Cup™, hosting seven matches at Hard Rock Stadium, including four high-profile group stage fixtures featuring football giants like Brazil, Portugal, Uruguay, and Colombia. The city’s soccer summer begins on June 15 with Saudi Arabia taking on Uruguay, followed by Uruguay vs. Cape Verde (June 21), Scotland vs. Brazil (June 24), and a massive clash between Portugal and Colombia on June 27. Beyond the initial group play, Miami will host a critical Round of 32 knockout match on July 3 and a Quarter-final on July 11, culminating in the prestigious Bronze Medal Match on July 18. This five-week celebration will extend far beyond the pitch, with the FIFA Fan Festival™ at Bayfront Park serving as the heart of a city-wide international crossroads of culture, competition, and celebration.
?️ NASCAR Cup Series Championship Weekend
November 6–8 | Homestead-Miami Speedway
The NASCAR season concludes in South Florida, where champions are crowned and every lap carries championship consequences.
? Miami Beach Polo World Cup
November 12–15 | Miami Beach
Elite polo meets oceanfront luxury as the sport’s top players compete with the Atlantic Ocean as their backdrop.
? E1 Powerboat Series – Miami GP
November 14–15 | Biscayne Bay
High-performance electric powerboats race across Miami’s waterfront in one of the most futuristic and visually dramatic events on the calendar.
Never before has Miami hosted such a diverse, global, and high-profile lineup of sporting events in a single year. From championship football and World Cup matches to Formula One, outdoor hockey, and elite fitness competitions, 2026 cements Miami’s status as one of the world’s great sports capitals.
