Maurice A. Ferré Park

Planning a Matchday Visit to the Bayfront Lawns

For South Florida supporters, Maurice A. Ferré Park is one of the few downtown spaces big enough to host a crowd while still feeling like a park. Formerly known as Museum Park, it was renamed in honour of Maurice Ferré, the long-serving Miami mayor. The open lawns facing Biscayne Bay are what make it work for big-screen viewing, and they are also why conditions here can change quickly. Planning ahead makes the difference between a great afternoon and an uncomfortable one.

Getting there

The park sits on Biscayne Boulevard between the arena district and the Venetian Causeway approach, so driving on a busy event day usually means slow traffic and limited parking. Public transit is often the easier choice. The free Metromover runs through downtown with a stop close to the museums, and Metrorail connects to the Metromover at Government Center. If you are coming from Brickell or the Arts & Entertainment District, walking or cycling along the boulevard is also realistic.

What to bring

• Sun and heat protection: shade is limited on the open lawn, and Miami afternoons are hot for much of the year. Bring a hat, sunscreen and water if the event allows it.
• Rain plan: summer storms often roll in during the afternoon. A light poncho is more practical than an umbrella in a crowd.
• Check the rules first: organised fan festivals usually set their own policies on bags, chairs, coolers and re-entry, so read the official event page before you leave home.

Making a day of it

Because the park is bordered by Pérez Art Museum Miami and the Frost Museum of Science, it is easy to turn a match into a full outing, especially with family. Arriving early also tends to get you a better spot near the screen. Many fans head to the bayfront walkway after the final whistle while the crowds thin out.

For kickoff times and fixtures worth watching on a big screen, see our Match Center. For more ideas on where to watch with other supporters around the city, browse the Fan Zone guides.