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Missing the World Cup?
We all are. (Especially you, Tartan Army!) Luckily, Miami is one of the best cities to nurse your soccer withdrawals. After all, we’re the home of the Herons. Inter Miami CF. The GOAT, Lionel Messi. Our city’s even built a brand-new stadium befitting our hometown hero, offering the chance to see a world-class team play right in our backyard several times a month from now through November.
An added bonus? Much like Marlins Park, Nu Stadium has introduced theme and group nights so fans can rep their heritage, get some freebies, and enjoy fun activations. Here’s what’s on the football club’s special event calendar this season.
July 22: Colombian Heritage Night/South Florida Networking Night
Inter Miami’s game against the Chicago Fire is expected to include a “celebration of the rich Colombian culture,” according to the soccer club. That same night, a pre-game networking event and on-site activations will spotlight local businesses, with special discounted ticket offers available. ticketmaster.com.
August 1, October 10: Youth Fútbol Night
The stadium’s second Youth Fútbol Night of the season takes place on August 1, during the match against Columbus Crew, featuring giveaways and a youth clinic led by Inter Miami CF Academy coaches in the Baptist Health Fan Zone. The season’s final edition is on October 10, when Inter Miami faces off against D.C. United.
August 22: Brazilian Heritage Night/Inter Miami CF Foundation Night
Details are still forthcoming on Brazilian Heritage Night activations during Inter Miami’s match against Toronto FC, but that same night, fans will find activations, giveaways, and merchandise as part of Inter Miami CF Foundation Night, in partnership with UNICEF. The initiative supports access to education for children across Latin America and the Caribbean. ticketmaster.com.
August 29: Puerto Rican Heritage/Back to School Night/A1R Water Takeover
This is a busy night at Nu Stadium. The venue will celebrate Boricua pride as Inter Miami competes against CF Montréal. Parents will also have a chance to get kids excited about going back to school with special discounted ticket offers and moments spotlighting local students and educators. In addition, the night’s A1R Water Takeover will feature a fan zone, an appearance from a “freestyle soccer performer,” face painting, custom water-themed tattoos (sure, why not?), and giveaways. ticketmaster.com.
September 5: Cuban Heritage Night/Adidas Takeover
Info on Cuban Heritage Night activations is still pending, but Inter Miami’s match against Atlanta United FC also lines up with the Nu Stadium’s Adidas Takeover, when fans can pick up exclusive Adidas merch at the venue’s Official Team Store. ticketmaster.com.
September 12: Healthcare Heroes/Childhood Cancer Awareness Night
Inter Miami’s match against Nashville SC celebrates some of the most vital members of our community: frontline healthcare workers. If that’s you, you’ll find discounted ticket offers and special recognition on this important Group Night presented by Baptist Health. ticketmaster.com.
September 20: Hispanic Heritage Night
If Inter Miami’s lineup of Heritage Nights hasn’t gotten to your home country or region yet (patience, please: more are coming), you might find a reason to celebrate on Hispanic Heritage Night. Featuring in-game performances and community activations during Inter Miami’s match against San Diego FC, this celebration is presented by Modelo. ticketmaster.com.
October 10: Stronger in Pink Night
For many fans, soccer matches are serious business. But Inter Miami’s face-off against D.C. United is a great reminder that some things are more important than sports. For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the home team is teaming up with Audi to raise awareness of prevention and treatment on Stronger in Pink Night, and 10,000 fans will take home a bucket hat as a souvenir. ticketmaster.com.
October 14: College Night
College students and alumni: Represent your alma mater at Inter Miami’s College Night. Wear your Orange and Blue, Orange and Green, Garnet and Gold, or Blue and Gold as you watch Inter Miami take on New York City FC and enjoy fan experiences designed for students. ticketmaster.com.
October 28: Women in Sports Night/Unified Night
This Group Night, celebrating women working across the sports industry, also spotlights Inter Miami’s Special Olympics Unified Team, now in its sixth year. Enjoy giveaways and an interactive Fan Zone during Inter Miami’s match against FC Cincinnati. ticketmaster.com.
November 7: Argentinian Heritage/Fan Appreciation Night
The home team’s season closer against Charlotte FC features giveaways, including a co-branded Inter Miami and Royal Caribbean hat. If you happen to be an Argentine who loves cruises, this theme night is custom-made just for you. ticketmaster.com.
Inter Miami Theme and Group Nights. At Nu Stadium, 1000 Stadium Dr., Miami; nustadium.com. Ticket costs vary via ticketmaster.com.
