Hard Rock Stadium
Iconic VenueFootball Stadium / Concert Venue / Sports Complex
Location: Miami Gardens, Florida | Capacity: 65,326
NFL Stadium
Event Venue
Expert Tip: Hard Rock Stadium is one of the most versatile sports and entertainment venues in the United States, hosting events from NFL games to international soccer matches and major concerts.
Stadium Features
1Home of Miami Dolphins
The Hard Rock Stadium has been the Dolphins' home since 1987.
The stadium hosts all Miami Dolphins home games.
2Retractable Roof
The stadium features a retractable roof completed in 2016.
This allows events to continue during Florida's frequent rain showers.
3Multi-Purpose Venue
Hard Rock Stadium hosts the Miami Open tennis tournament.
It also serves as a venue for international soccer matches.
4Concert Capacity
The stadium can accommodate 75,000+ for concerts.
It has hosted major artists like Beyoncé and The Rolling Stones.
5Super Bowl Host
Hard Rock Stadium has hosted 6 Super Bowls.
It will host Super Bowl LIX in 2025.
Expert Tip: The stadium underwent a $500 million renovation between 2015-2020, adding modern amenities while preserving its iconic status.
Historical Events
1Super Bowl XXIII (1989)
This was the first Super Bowl hosted at the stadium.
The game featured Joe Montana's famous game-winning drive.
22003 Orange Bowl
The stadium hosted the BCS National Championship game.
Miami Hurricanes lost to Ohio State in double overtime.
32010 Pro Bowl
First Pro Bowl held outside Hawaii in 30 years.
The AFC defeated the NFC 41-34.
Key Facts
1Naming Rights
Hard Rock International acquired naming rights in 2016.
Previous names included Joe Robbie Stadium and Sun Life Stadium.
2Field Surface
The stadium uses Bermuda grass playing surface.
It's maintained to NFL and FIFA standards.
3Parking Capacity
Over 25,000 parking spaces available.
Includes premium parking and RV accommodations.
4Club Seats
10,000+ premium club seats available.
Includes access to exclusive lounges and amenities.
Expert Tip: The stadium's design incorporates South Florida's tropical climate, with open-air concourses and palm tree landscaping throughout the property.