The FIFA World Cup 2026™ Miami Host Committee today unveiled its official calendar of sanctioned events and community programming surrounding the FIFA World Cup 2026™, transforming South Florida into one of the most vibrant and culturally dynamic destinations of the global tournament.
Anchored by marquee experiences including the FIFA Fan Festival™ Miami at Bayfront Park, the ONE GAME ONE PASSION Kickoff Watch Party & Concert on Miami Beach, the community-driven Copa del Sol tournament, and REEFLINE’s “Big Goals” public art installation at Lummus Park, the calendar reflects Miami’s unique intersection of soccer, culture, music, art, and community.
“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, FIFA World Cup 2026™ Miami Host Committee. “From Downtown Miami to Miami Beach, from neighborhood parks to large-scale fan experiences, these events are designed to welcome the world while ensuring our residents can experience the magic of the FIFA World Cup right here at home.”
FIFA FAN FESTIVAL™ MIAMI
The centerpiece of Miami’s tournament celebration will be the FIFA Fan Festival™ Miami, taking place June 13 through July 5 at Bayfront Park in Downtown Miami.
The 23-day destination fan experience will feature free live match broadcasts on giant screens, cultural performances, concerts, immersive sponsor activations, local food and beverage experiences, family-friendly programming, and daily entertainment along Biscayne Bay. The FIFA Fan Festival™ Miami will be free and open to the public throughout the tournament, with no registration required for entry.
The FIFA Fan Festival™ Miami is expected to welcome up to 30,000 fans daily throughout the tournament.
ONE GAME ONE PASSION™ TOURNAMENT KICKOFF WATCH PARTY & CONCERT
On June 11, Miami Beach will host one of the region’s signature celebrations: the One Game One Passion™ Kickoff Watch Party and Concert.
Held on the sands of Miami Beach, the free public event will officially launch FIFA World Cup 2026™ celebrations across South Florida, bringing together fans, residents, and visitors to experience the excitement of the tournament’s opening match in a unique beachfront setting.
The experience will begin with a live broadcast of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ Opening Ceremony and opening match, followed by a major concert celebration headlined by global Latin music icon Carlos Vives and internationally renowned DJ and producer DJ Cassidy.
Blending music, culture, and community, the event will reflect the energy, diversity, and passion that define Miami as one of the 16 Host Cities for the FIFA World Cup 2026™.
Free registration required for the ONE GAME ONE PASSION™ Kickoff Watch Party & Concert is available at: https://fifafanevents.com/
June 11 | Miami Beach
Location: 10th and Ocean on Miami Beach
● 2:00 PM — Doors Open
● 3:00 PM — FIFA World Cup 2026™ Opening Ceremony & Match Broadcast
● 6:00 PM — Concert Celebration featuring Carlos Vives and DJ Cassidy
FIFA WORLD CUP 2026™ COMMUNITY WATCH PARTIES
The Host Committee will also sponsor a series of free FIFA World Cup 2026™ Community Watch Parties across South Florida, bringing fans together to experience the tournament in iconic neighborhood gathering spaces, featuring giant viewing screens in 7 different locations.
Community Watch Party Locations Include:
Little Haiti Park
6301 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33138
July 18 — Bronze Final — 5:00 PM
Miami Beach Bandshell
7275 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33141
July 18 — Bronze Final — 5:00 PM
July 19 — FIFA World Cup Final™ — 3:00 PM
Amelia Earhart Park
401 E 65th St, Hialeah, FL 33013
July 19 — FIFA World Cup Final™ — 3:00 PM
Tropical Park
7900 SW 40th St (Bird Road), Miami, FL 33155
July 19 — FIFA World Cup Final™ — 3:00 PM
Palmetto Golf Course
9300 SW 152nd St, Palmetto Bay, FL 33157
July 19 — FIFA World Cup Final™ — 3:00 PM
North Miami (NoMi Village)
12351 NW 7th Ave, North Miami, FL 33168
June 13 — Qatar vs Switzerland — 3:00 PM
June 13 — Brazil vs Morocco — 6:00 PM
June 13 — Haiti vs Scotland — 9:00 PM
July 11 — Quarter Final — 5:00 PM
July 19 — FIFA World Cup Final™ — 3:00 PM
Amerant Bank Arena
1 Panther Parkway, Sunrise, Florida 33323
June 12 — Canada vs Bosnia & Herzegovina — 3:00 PM
June 12 — United States vs Paraguay — 6:00 PM
June 27 — Portugal vs Colombia — 7:30 PM
July 11 — Quarter Final — 5:00 PM
July 19 — FIFA World Cup Final™ — 3:00 PM
COPA DEL SOL
Additional sanctioned programming includes Copa del Sol, a community-driven soccer festival taking place June 5–7 on the beach between 9th and 10th Street in Miami Beach.
Produced in partnership with Street Soccer USA and official registration platform Plei, the event will feature youth, women’s, corporate, and open division tournaments alongside influencer matches, cultural celebrations, and a Parade of Teams.
Community and commercial partners supporting the event include Telemundo 51, Hard Rock, University of Miami, Coca-Cola, and Florida Power & Light, reflecting a broad collaboration across sports, culture, media, and community engagement throughout South Florida.
Designed to showcase the power of soccer to unite communities across generations and backgrounds, Copa del Sol will serve as an early kickoff to Miami’s FIFA World Cup 2026™ summer programming while celebrating the region’s unique multicultural identity and passion for the game.
Tournament registration and event information are available at: https://copadelsol.plei.
June 5–7
Location: Between 9th and 10th Street on the sand, in Miami Beach
June 5
10:00 AM – 4:00 PM – Youth Cup
4:00 PM– 8:30 PM — Opening Parade Ceremony & Adult Opening Matches -Women, Corporate, Creators and Influencers Open Cup
June 6
9:00 AM – 8:00 PM — Youth, Women, Corporate and Open Cup Competitions plus Legend & Influencer Matches
June 7
9:00 AM– 5:30 PM — Elimination Rounds, Cup Finals and Awards Ceremony
ART, CULTURE & COMMUNITY ACTIVATIONS
Art and culture will also take center stage through REEFLINE’s “Big Goals” installation from June 14–28, located between 11th and 12th Street in Miami Beach.
Created in collaboration with REEFLINE and renowned curator and creative director Ximena Caminos, the immersive beachfront public art experience will explore the global language of soccer through contemporary art, creativity, sustainability, and community engagement along Miami Beach’s iconic Ocean Drive corridor.
As part of the experience, commercial partner Uber will help enhance the beachfront fan environment through curated hospitality moments and beachside experiences designed to complement Miami’s broader tournament celebrations.
“As the world arrives in Miami, we want every neighborhood, 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 soul of South Florida — soccer, music, food, art, and culture all coming together 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 d
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