Tennis’ top talent returns to South Florida, as the Miami Open hits the Hard Rock Stadium on March 15–29, 2026.
The Miami Open is more than just a tennis tournament. It’s a 15-day global sports and lifestyle event that drew a record-breaking 405,448 fans last year.
Yes, it’s in Miami Gardens, but here’s why Palm Beach and West Palm Beach residents should pay attention.
🎾 The World’s Best Players — Close to Home
The Miami Open is one of just nine ATP Masters 1000 events and a WTA 1000 tournament, meaning it attracts the biggest names in tennis outside of the Grand Slams.
The 2026 field includes:
- Eight past Miami Open champions
- 16 Major champions
- Seven former World No. 1 players
- Carlos Alcaraz, Jannik Sinner, Aryna Sabalenka, and Iga Swiatek
- 27 American players, including Coco Gauff and Taylor Fritz
Qualifying rounds begin March 15–17, 2026, with main draw action starting March 17. The women’s final takes place March 28, 2026, followed by the men’s championship on March 29, 2026.
If you follow tennis, this is one of the biggest stops of the year.
🌴 It’s Not Just Tennis — It’s a Festival
The Miami Open campus transforms Hard Rock Stadium into a full experience.
Expect:
- Miami’s top restaurants (including Omakai Sushi, Novecento, Kiki on the River, and more)
- Elevated food and beverage programs
- Art installations and murals throughout the grounds
- Live music and DJs
- Luxury lounges and hospitality spaces
It’s polished. It’s high-energy. It’s very Miami.
This works just as well for:
✔️ Girls’ night
✔️ Date night
✔️ Client entertainment
✔️ A family day trip
🏙 The Palm Beach Connection
There’s also a Palm Beach connection, as Stephen Ross, the developer behind major West Palm Beach projects through Related Ross, acquired a 45% ownership stake in the Miami Open. Ross already owns Hard Rock Stadium, the Miami Dolphins, and the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix.
South Florida’s sports ecosystem continues to grow and Palm Beach and West Palm Beach are part of that broader momentum.
🚗 Worth the Drive
It’s about an hour south, but when you factor in:
- World-class tennis
- Global energy
- Elevated dining
- Night-session atmosphere
It’s worth planning a day (or evening) around it. Sometimes, the best weekend plan in Palm Beach or West Palm Beach starts with a short drive south.
Tickets are on sale now at MiamiOpen.com.
