Two Weeks of Tennis: The 2026 Miami Open in Miami Gardens

Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens

Each spring, the Miami Open transforms Miami Gardens into a global tennis crossroads—two weeks of top-tier tennis in the heart of Miami’s spring season. The 2026 Miami Open presented by Itaú is scheduled for March 15–29, bringing men’s and women’s competition to Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens.

Qualifying play opens the tournament, followed by a packed main-draw stretch where a single day can move from early-round upsets on the outer courts to prime-time matchups under the lights. 

The 2026 edition also introduces a notable calendar shift: Stadium Court will open early this year with a Tuesday night session on March 17, designated as Women’s Empowerment Day. Stadium gates will open at 6 p.m., with play set to begin at 7 p.m., and the session will feature two WTA matches—an early highlight for anyone who prefers the atmosphere of an evening crowd.

Hard Rock Stadium’s tournament layout is one of the Miami Open’s defining advantages. The site functions as a tennis campus, with show courts and practice courts spread across the property. The tournament’s Stadium Court—built within the stadium complex—anchors the experience with a large-scale, high-energy setting that still keeps sightlines tight enough to feel close to the action.

Guests can plan around single-session reserved seats on Stadium Court, opt for a grounds-focused day built around outer-court access, or commit to the tournament’s multi-session and duration packages for repeated visits across both weeks. For a more elevated day on site, premium hospitality options—including club-style experiences such as the Ace Lounge, a private, climate-controlled space available with select tickets—bring an extra layer of ease between matches.

For planning purposes, it’s worth treating the Miami Open like a two-part visit: pick one day built around Stadium Court for the big-ticket matchups, then schedule another visit that’s focused on roaming—watching practice sessions and catching doubles. 

Make a day—or a weekend—of it by pairing tennis with the neighborhoods that define Miami’s style. Start with a morning café stop and a slow stroll through the Miami Design District, then head north to Miami Gardens for an afternoon session. If you’re staying overnight, keep the second day lighter: a beach morning, a long lunch, and a flexible evening plan for dining, music, and late-night energy—before you reset for another round of tennis.