# Hard Rock Stadium - 2026 FIFA World Cup fan guide (Miami (Miami Gardens))

Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens hosts marquee matches including the third-place final.

- **Capacity:** ~65,000
- **FIFA name:** Miami Stadium

## How to get there
- No direct rail: take Brightline to Aventura station, then the free Game Day Express shuttle to the stadium.
- From MIA airport: ~30–40 min by car/rideshare.
- Parking must be pre-purchased (up to ~$200); expect rideshare surges after matches.

## Where to eat & drink nearby
- Aventura (near the Brightline hub)
- Wynwood (arts & nightlife)
- South Beach / Miami Beach (main fan area)

## Official Fan Festival
Reported at Bayfront Park (downtown Miami) - confirm closer in.

## Best times & tips
- Use Brightline + shuttle to skip parking chaos; arrive 2.5 hours early.
- Extreme June/July heat, humidity and afternoon thunderstorms - hydrate and pack rain gear.
- Clear-bag policy applies.

## Matches at this stadium
- Monday, June 15, 2026 - Saudi Arabia vs Uruguay
- Sunday, June 21, 2026 - Uruguay vs Cape Verde
- Wednesday, June 24, 2026 - Scotland vs Brazil
- Saturday, June 27, 2026 - Colombia vs Portugal
- Friday, July 3, 2026 - 1J vs 2H
- Saturday, July 11, 2026 - W93 vs W94
- Saturday, July 18, 2026 - L101 vs L102

Source: https://www.fwc26fanhub.com/stadium/hard-rock-stadium