Hard Rock Stadium

Hard Rock Stadium is South Florida's biggest outdoor venue, home to the Miami Dolphins and Miami Hurricanes football teams and host of the Orange Bowl, the Miami Open tennis tournament, the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix and stadium concerts. It sits in Miami Gardens, about 20 miles north of South Beach by road, so getting there and parking take some planning.

The live list of upcoming events is below this guide. Here is what to know before you go.

What events are held at Hard Rock Stadium?

The stadium hosts NFL and college football in the fall and winter, tennis and motor racing in spring, and big concert tours in between. Football capacity is roughly 65,000, and a canopy shades most seats.

• Miami Dolphins (NFL): home games from August preseason into January.
• Miami Hurricanes (college football): home games on fall Saturdays.
• Orange Bowl: a College Football Playoff semifinal on January 14, 2027. See our Orange Bowl guide.
• Miami Open: the tennis tournament, scheduled for March 14-28, 2027 (subject to change), with the stadium used as center court.
• F1 Miami Grand Prix: raced on a circuit around the stadium grounds each spring; the 2026 race weekend was May 1-3.
• Concerts and soccer: major tours and international matches. Browse Miami concerts and sports events.

How do you get to Hard Rock Stadium from Miami Beach?

Most visitors from Miami Beach drive or take a rideshare, which takes 35-45 minutes without traffic and often 60-90 minutes on event days. There is no train to the gate; the best car-free option is Brightline to Aventura plus a free event shuttle on selected days.

Parking at Hard Rock Stadium

For football games you must buy parking before game day; passes are not sold at or near the stadium. Lots close to the gates sell out first for big games, and prices vary by event, so buy parking when you buy tickets through the stadium or event's Ticketmaster page. Arrangements for tennis, F1 and concerts differ, so check each event's own parking page.

Clear bag policy, cashless and food

Hard Rock Stadium follows a clear bag policy: one clear bag up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches, or a small bag or fanny pack up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches. Diaper bags are allowed after a search, and you can bring a factory-sealed water bottle of 20 oz or less.

• Bag check near Gates 3, 5, 8 and 14 costs $12-$20, card only.
• The stadium is cashless: food, drinks and merchandise are paid by card or phone.
• Expect stadium food prices; eating before you leave the beach saves money.
• Afternoon games can be hot even in winter; sunscreen and water help.

Where to stay

For a single game, South Beach or downtown and Brickell work well if you build in travel time. Fans who want a short ride often stay in Aventura or Hollywood. Browse our Miami hotels.