10 April 30 - MAy 6, 2026 miaminewtimes.com | browardpalmbeach.com NEW TIMES | MUSIC | CAFE | CULTURE | NIGHT+DAY | NEWS | LETTERS | CONTENTS | 10 MONTH XX–MONTH XX, 2008 miaminewtimes.com MIAMI NEW TIMES | MUSIC | CAFE | FILM | ART | STAGE | NIGHT+DAY | METRO | RIPTIDE | LETTERS | CONTENTS | of Allie and Noah, both from different worlds, who share a lifetime of love despite the forces that threaten to pull them apart. With music and lyrics by multiplatinum singer-songwriter Ingrid Michaelson, di- rection by Michael Greif (Dear Evan Han- sen, Rent) and Schele Williams, and a script written by Bekah Brunstetter of NBC’s This Is Us, the musical was a runaway success. The cast recording debuted at No. 1 on the Top Broadway chart, with breakout single “My Days” surpassing 9 million streams on Spotify alone. The Arsht’s production also has a Miami connection: Ken Wulf Clark, raised in Homestead and a graduate of Coral Reef Senior High School and the Uni- versity of Miami, plays Middle Noah. Bring a date (and some tissues). 7:30 p.m. at the Adrienne Arsht Center, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami; 305-949-6722. Tickets cost $35 to $176 via arshtcenter.org. CAROLINE VAL WED 5/6 ▼ HOLLYWOOD SYNCHRONICITY His given name is Gordon Sumner, but to most of the world, he’s simply Sting. The 17- time Grammy Award-winner and Rock & Roll Hall of Famer brings his Sting 3.0 Tour to Hard Rock Live Wednesday night, accompanied by virtuoso guitarist and longtime collaborator Dominic Miller and dynamic drummer Chris Maas. The intimate show will pull from every corner of his remarkable catalog, from his days fronting The Police to his prolific solo discography. The South Florida date is a rescheduled show originally set for November 2025, when Sting postponed due to illness. 8 p.m. at Hard Rock Live, 1 Seminole Wy., Hollywood; 954-797-5531; casino.hardrock.com. Tickets cost $475 to $2,605 via ticketmaster.com. CAROLINE VAL [email protected] Sting: Wednesday Photo by Carter B. Smith Goals Where to stay in Miami for the World Cup. BY JESSE SCOTT I f you thought Miami was busy enough, just wait until the world’s biggest sporting event lands in town. The FIFA World Cup will trans- form South Florida into a global block party, with matches at Hard Rock Stadium, watch parties across the city, and fans pouring in from every nook of the planet. If you’re planning to be here (or staycation), where you stay matters as much as where you watch. From over-the-top luxury suites to rooftop watch parties overlooking Bayfront Park, Miami hotels are rolling out curated packages with tick- ets, transfers, and perks, or creating mini fan zones with giant screens and themed cocktails. Book quickly: Here are the 10 best Miami ho- tels to stay in for the World Cup. For Eco-Luxe Superfans: 1 Hotel South Beach If you’re rolling deep - and by deep, we mean a full squad of fútbol diehards - 1 Hotel South Beach is playing in a different league. Its World’s Game package is built for groups who want VIP everything: club-level match tickets, ocean-view suites, and a stack of perks that reads like a fan- tasy draft. We’re talking comped dinners, spa treatments, cabanas, and a five-figure food and beverage credit. 2341 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; 305-604-1000; 1hotels.com. For Recovery Mode Between Matches: Carillon Miami Wellness Resort For travelers who want to feel good before, dur- ing, and after match day, Carillon is the best place to hit the reset button. Its Champion’s Get- away package leans into performance and re- covery with cryotherapy, high-tech wellness treatments, and personal training sessions. There’s also a family-focused package with game-day goodies and global-inspired break- fasts. Here, you can go hard at a watch party, then spend the next morning in a zero-gravity lounger pretending you’re in preseason training. 6801 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; 866-800-3858; carillonhotel.com. For Efficiency: Embassy Suites by Hilton Miami International Airport This airport-adjacent option is all about conve- nience — quick access to flights, the stadium, and cruise ports — with no-frills, solid amenities. Matches will screen at Grill 305, and the Olym- pic-size pool is a clutch bonus for decompress- ing. It’s a smart pick for travelers looking to bounce around the city while keeping things streamlined during a chaotic couple of weeks. 3974 NW S. River Dr., Miami; 305-634-5000; hil- ton.com. For Cultural Immersion: El Jardin Inn If you want your World Cup experience to feel like Miami (not just Miami Beach!), El Jardin Inn delivers. Its central location puts you within strik- ing distance of many local landmarks. During the tournament, nearby Calle Ocho turns into a full- blown cultural celebration with guaranteed street parties, packed bars, and fans from every- where watching matches together. 1568 SW Sev- enth St., Miami; eljardininn.com. For Rooftop Watch Parties: The Elser Hotel & Residences Downtown Miami is ground zero for this year’s FIFA Fan Fest, and The Elser will sit you in the front row. Overlook- ing Bayfront Park, the property is hosting rooftop viewing parties with 16-foot LED screens, a massive poolside “Jumbotron,” and themed cocktails honoring competing nations. There’s even a ro- tating global menu to match. 398 NE Fifth St., Mi- ami; 786-472-1000; theelserhotel.com. For Chill Beachfront Balance: Hilton Cabana Miami Beach Resort Tucked along Millionaire’s Row, this Mid-Beach property offers a quieter counterpoint to South Beach madness. But don’t mistake chill for bor- ing. The resort is leaning into the party atmo- sphere with themed menus, jersey-clad staff, and live match broadcasts on its terrace and in- side Allison Restaurant. 6261 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; 305-864-6261; hilton.com. For Being in the Center of It All: InterContinental Miami If proximity is power, InterContinental Miami is a top seed. Steps from Bayfront Park, AKA the Fan Fest headquarters, this downtown icon puts you right in the thick of it. Expect watch parties at Toro Toro, themed cocktails, and even a rooftop “Sky- Lawn Shoot the Shot” activation where guests can kick a ball around between matches. 100 Cho- pin Plz., Miami; 305-577-100; icmiamihotel.com. For Stylish Budget-Friendly Fun: Moxy South Beach Moxy is proof that you don’t need a sky-high rate to have a great stay during the World Cup. Its Summer of Soccer VIP package includes wel- come margaritas, breakfast credit, a cabana, and food-and-beverage perks at its rooftop restau- rant, Serena. The property’s design leans colorful and playful, with multiple social spaces that make it easy to meet fellow fans. 915 Washington Ave., Miami Beach; 305-600-4292; marriott.com. For a Strategic Stay Outside the Madness: The Diplomat Beach Resort Technically just north of Miami, in Hollywood, The Diplomat is a savvy move for anyone who wants easier logistics on match days. You’re about 30 minutes from Hard Rock Stadium with- out the same congestion — a huge win when traffic starts acting up. Back at the resort, a re- freshed dining lineup and the adults-only Veran- dah Social Club offer a polished place to recharge. Pro tip: Effective May 2026, this spot’s transformation to a Signia by Hilton will be com- plete. 3555 S. Ocean Dr., Hollywood; 954-602- 6000; diplomatresort.com. For Ultra-Luxury Splurges: The Setai, Miami Beach If budget is no object, The Setai offers one of the most over-the-top World Cup packages in the country. Think a multi-bedroom oceanfront suite, private jet travel, caviar service, and curated din- ing experiences, all designed for hosting your own match-day gatherings in style. It’s priced accordingly (we’re talking six figures), but for those who want to treat the tournament like a once-in-a-lifetime celebration, it doesn’t get much bigger than this. 2001 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; 305-720-2125; thesetaihotel.com. [email protected] 1 Hotel South Beach’s World’s Game package courts soccer super fans. 1 Hotel South Beach photo THE FIFA WORLD CUP WILL TRANSFORM SOUTH FLORIDA INTO A GLOBAL BLOCK PARTY. ▼ Culture Culture
