Miami Open & South Florida Sports Roundup: Alcaraz Headlines Exciting March Schedule

March promises a thrilling month of sports action in South Florida, headlined by the return of the Miami Open tennis tournament. Alongside the tennis excitement, fans can look forward to NHL and NBA games, as well as several PGA golf tournaments.

Miami Open Tennis: Alcaraz Leads the Charge

The 2026 Miami Open, held at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, will run from March 15 to March 29. World number one Carlos Alcaraz has confirmed his participation, setting the stage for a captivating tournament. The tournament will include players representing 34 countries.

The player field currently includes several top-ranked players, including Jannik Sinner, Novak Djokovic and Alexander Zverev. Jakub Mensik, the 2025 Miami Open Men’s Singles Champion, is also slated to compete.

NHL Action Returns to Sunrise

Hockey fans can anticipate the return of NHL action to Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise. The Florida Panthers will host the Detroit Red Wings on March 10, followed by a game against the Columbus Blue Jackets on March 12. Further matchups include games against the Seattle Kraken on March 24 and the Minnesota Wild on March 26. A key game to watch is the March 31st contest between the Ottawa Senators and the Florida Panthers.

Miami Heat Basketball Schedule

The Miami Heat will be busy at the Kaseya Center in Miami throughout March. Key matchups include games against the Brooklyn Nets on March 3 and 5, the Detroit Pistons on March 8, and the Washington Wizards on March 10. The Heat will also face the Milwaukee Bucks on March 12, the Orlando Magic on March 14, the Los Angeles Lakers on March 19, the San Antonio Spurs on March 23, and the Philadelphia 76ers on March 30.

PGA Golf Tournaments in Florida

Florida will host three PGA tournaments in March following the Cognizant tournament. These include:

• Arnold Palmer Invitational: March 5-8 at the Bay Hill Club and Lodge in Orlando.
• Players Championship (The Players): March 12-15 at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach.
• Valspar Championship: March 19-22 at Innisbrook Golf Resort (Copperhead course) near Tampa.

Additional golf events include Prestige Golf days at Boca Lago Golf and Country Club on March 2 and March 16, and the Natbank Golf Day at Indian Spring in Boynton Beach on March 5.

FAQ

When does the 2026 Miami Open start?

The qualifying round starts on March 15, 2026.

Where is the Miami Open held?

The Miami Open is held at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida.

Who is confirmed to play in the 2026 Miami Open?

Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic, and Jannik Sinner are confirmed to play.

South Florida is set to deliver a packed March of sporting excitement. From the elite competition of the Miami Open to the fast-paced action of the NHL and NBA, and the precision of PGA golf, there’s something for every sports enthusiast.