Amateur and pro sports teams hold a variety of championship games and events in Greater Miami and the Beaches. From major annual events like the Orange Bowl college football game to first-time events, you’ll find plenty of sports action in Miami.

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JANUARY

Discover Orange Bowl Football Game
2012 Dates Coming Soon!
Two of the top-ranked football teams in the country will compete for the Orange Bowl title. Game time is 8 p.m.
Sun Life Stadium
2269 NW 199th St.
Miami Gardens
305/341-4700
www.orangebowl.org

ING Miami Marathon and Half Marathon
2012 Dates Coming Soon!
A 26.2 mile marathon and 13.1 mile run through Miami and Miami Beach.The marathon draws more than 15,000 people for the event. The course starts at American Airlines Arena, follows the most beautiful parts of Miami and Beaches for amazing panoramic views and ends at Bayfront Park, where the awards ceremony will take place. Visit the web site for complete registration information.
AmericanAirlines Arena
601 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami
305/278-8668
www.ingmiamimarathon.com


FEBRUARY

No championship sporting events are currently scheduled.

MARCH

Grand Prix of Miami
2012 Dates Coming Soon!
Homestead-Miami Speedway serves as host to the GRAND-AM Rolex Sports Car Series' "Grand Prix of Miami" weekend—with the Daytona Prototypes and Grand Touring classes. The "Grand Prix of Miami" takes center stage on the 2.3-mile road course as Race 2 of the 2011 GRAND-AM campaign.
Homestead-Miami Speedway
1 Speedway Blvd.
Homestead
866/409-7223
www.TheChampionshipTrack.com

World Golf Championships - Cadillac Championship at Doral
2012 Dates Coming Soon!
This annual tournament features top golfers on the PGA Tour as they tackle the famed Blue Monster course.
Doral Golf Resort & Spa
4400 NW 87th Ave.
Doral
305/513-4653
www.worldgolfchampionships.com

Sony Ericsson Open
2012 Dates Coming Soon!
Features the world's top-ranked men and women professional tennis players. The event is an elite Tennis Masters Series event on the ATP circuit and top-tier event on the WTA Tour.
Tennis Center at Crandon Park
7300 Crandon Blvd.
Key Biscayne
305/446-2200
www.sonyericssonopen.com

Yamaha Contender Miami Billfish Tournament
2012 Dates Coming Soon!
Fishing tournament with daily dockside activities including live entertainment, auctions and more. Event is free and open to the public. Entry fee for competing anglers.
Miami Beach Marina
300 Alton Rd.
Miami Beach
305/598-2525
www.miamibillfish.com

APRIL

2011 Board Up! Miami - NIKE Swim Miami
2012 Dates Coming Soon!
Two big water events in one location: swimmers will compete in their choice of three open water swims in the NIKE Swim Miami; Board Up! Miami is Miami's premiere wakeboard music festival. For registration and complete information, visit the web site.
Miami Marine Stadium
3601 Rickenbacker Causeway
Key Biscayne
305/273-1129
www.miamisportsinternational.com

Miami Beach Polo World Cup
2012 Dates Coming Soon!
This three-day international polo tournament brings eight teams from around the world to compete for La Martina Trophy as part of the Miami Beach Polo World Cup. Events include a player presentation/press conference, polo games Friday through Sunday, and social gatherings.
On the beach between 20th and 22nd Streets,
Miami Beach
305/538-3809, ext. 22
www.miamipolo.com

Miami Super Boat Grand Prix
2012 Dates Coming Soon!
This race is part of the Super Boat International / APBA Offshore National race circuit. Powerboats in all classes will compete making several laps on the rectangular race course off Miami Beach. Race Course: from the Clock Tower to 57th Street. There is excellent viewing from the beach which is free to the public or by boat. The race starts at 1 p.m. on April 19. Viewing of the race boats is at Bicentennial Park on April 17 and 18.
Race Location: Offshore from Miami Beach.
Pit Location: Bicentennial Park, Downtown Miami
305/296-6166
www.superboat.com

Grove SLAM!
2012 Dates Coming Soon!
Miami's "funnest" fishing tournament. Daily dock parties, Miss Hotfish Bikini Contest, tournament shirts and more.
Monty’s Coconut Grove
2550 South Bayshore Dr.
Coconut Grove
305/461-2700
www.groveslam.com

Beach Soccer Worldwide Miami Cup
4/29/11 - 5/1/11
The magic of beach soccer comes to Miami´s South Beach with The Beach Soccer Worldwide Miami Cup immediately following the Miami Beach Polo. A temporary stadium set between 20th and 22nd streets will host the thrilling action of this electric sport, and soccer fans will have the chance of enjoying the most spectacular version of ¨the beautiful game¨ on the pristine sands of Miami Beach.
On the beach between 20th and 22nd Streets, Miami Beach
www.beachsoccer.com

MAY

No championship sporting events are currently scheduled.

JUNE

Sunny Isles Offshore Powerboat Challenge Weekend
2011 Dates Coming Soon!
Join us for the return of this exciting event, bringing powerboat race teams and fans from all over the U.S. to Sunny Isles Beach for this action-packed weekend.
Haulover Beach Park
10800 Collins Ave.
Sunny Isles Beach
305/792-1706
www.offshoresuperseries.com/default.cfm

JULY

International Judo Federation World Cup
7/1/11 - 7/2/11
The IJF World Cup is the definitive event of the year. Athletes of all skill levels can earn maximum points. The event will be pure excitement for judo fans and families alike.
Doral Golf Resort & Spa, a Marriott Resort
4400 NW 87th Ave.
Doral
www.judoworldcupmiami.com

AUGUST

No championship sporting events are currently scheduled.

SEPTEMBER

Publix Escape to Miami Triathlon
9/25/11
The Publix Escape to Miami Triathlon Weekend boasts one of the most unique and challenging courses in Florida. The race starts on "Escape Island" in Miami's Biscayne Bay. The triathlon features a Swim Course (.9 Mile/ 1.4 KM); Bike Course (24.8 Mile/ 40 KM); and Run Course (6.2 Mile/ 10 KM). The contest finishes at Margaret Pace Park located at Northeast 20th Street Miami, FL 33132.
www.escapetomiamitriathlon.com

OCTOBER

Miccosukee Championship
10/9/11 - 10/16/11
Twenty top up-and-coming PGA stars compete in this tournament, which is part of the Nationwide Tour.
Miccosukee Golf & Country Club
6401 Kendale Lakes Dr.
Kendall
305/382-3930, ext. 201
www.miccosukeechampionship.com

Ironman 70.3 Miami
10/30/11
Marathon featuring a 1.2 mile swim, 13.1 mile run and 56 mile bike ride. Regular individual and team relay entries for the inaugural Ironman 70.3 Miami have been sold out. Official Hotels: Hyatt Regency Miami and InterContinental Miami. Visit the web site for details.
Various locations throughout Miami Dade County.
www.ironmanmiami.com

NOVEMBER

Ford Championship Weekend - NASCAR
11/18/11 - 11/20/11
For the 10th consecutive year, Homestead-Miami Speedway will host NASCAR during Ford Championship Weekend. South Florida again will be the site where NASCAR crowns its Champions in all three of its top national divisions—the Sprint Cup, Nationwide and Camping World Truck Series. Among those racing for Miami glory will be Jimmie Johnson; four-time Champion Jeff Gordon, Denny Hamlin, Dale Earnhardt Jr., Mark Martin, Carl Edwards, Tony Stewart and South Florida’s own Juan Pablo Montoya.
Homestead-Miami Speedway
1 Speedway Blvd.
Homestead
866/409-7223
www.homesteadmiamispeedway.com

DECEMBER

No championship sporting events are currently scheduled.

The Miami-Dade Sports Commission promotes youth, amateur and professional sports in Miami-Dade County, and works to secure sports events that will generate economic impact for the community. The Miami-Dade Sports Commission is also a proud partner of the United States Olympic Committee’s Community Partner program, and is only one of ten to be recognized as such.