Miami is about to turn into international baseball central, with loanDepot Park hosting Pool D of the World Baseball Classic, the knockout rounds and the championship game on March 17. Expect a surge of visiting fans in national team jerseys, packed stands and busier than usual streets and hotels over the next two weeks, as local businesses and transit agencies gear up for the extra traffic.
The World Baseball Classic is back in Miami! Here are some things you should know. ⚾️ @WBCBaseball
— Miami PD (@MiamiPD) March 6, 2026
loanDepot Park To Host Pool D And The Final
According to AP News, the 2026 World Baseball Classic runs through early March and wraps up in Miami, with the championship game locked in for March 17 at loanDepot Park. Pool play outside Tokyo starts March 6, and Miami is set to handle Pool D in the opening round before stepping into the spotlight again for the quarterfinals and the tournament’s final weekend.
Who Is In Miami’s Pool And What To Watch
Pool D at loanDepot Park will feature the Dominican Republic, Israel, the Netherlands, Nicaragua and Venezuela, per MLB.com. The group pits heavyweights like the Dominican Republic and Venezuela against underdog rosters that can crash the party in a short tournament, so the March 11 showdown between the Dominican Republic and Venezuela, along with other key matchups, figures to be a major tone setter.
Transit, Parking And What To Expect
Local tourism officials are warning that parking near the ballpark will be tight and urge fans to show up early or hop on public transit. Miami & Beaches notes that there will be a World Baseball Classic Transportation Hub at Government Center and recommends using Metrorail, Metromover or Tri-Rail connections to get to the games. The city and event partners are lining up shuttle service and Brightline connections for visitors, but drivers should still brace for heavy congestion around loanDepot Park on game days.
TV, Tickets And What To Know Inside The Park
The FOX Sports family is slated to carry games across FOX, FS1, FS2, the FOX Sports App and Tubi, with FOX scheduled to televise seven games including the championship on March 17, according to the official broadcast release. Single game tickets for Miami’s full slate, from Pool D contests to quarterfinals, semifinals and the title game, are on sale through the tournament’s ticket portal, and prices tend to peak on weekend nights. Fans are encouraged to check the organizers’ release for the complete schedule and viewing details.
Safety And City Guidance
Local officials and the Miami Police Department are reminding visitors to plan ahead and use some common sense amid the crowds. The department shared quick event tips on its X account and noted that the account is not monitored around the clock, so anyone facing an emergency should call 911. The department’s notice is embedded above and available on X for full details.
