Yahoo Sports Want a ticket for Copa America final at Hard Rock Stadium? Be ready to pay $1,600 or more
If you were thinking of buying tickets for the Copa America final game Sunday night at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, be ready to shell out big bucks.
As of Thursday morning, the cheapest tickets listed on TicketMaster were in the $1,800 range for 300-level end zone seats and the most expensive were $5,000-plus. The cheapest seats listed on secondary marketplaces VividSeats and StubHub started at $1,600.
Defending champion Argentina, led by captain and Inter Miami star Lionel Messi, will play Colombia, which advanced with a 1-0 semifinal win over Uruguay Wednesday night despite playing the second half with 10 men after the expulsion of Daniel Munoz. Colombia is unbeaten in 28 games in a row, the longest streak in international men’s soccer. The team’s last loss was in 2022, to Argentina.
Ticket prices spiked as soon as Argentina qualified with its semifinal win over Canada. This is likely the last Copa America game of Messi’s career, so that drives ticket prices. Also, Colombian singer songwriter Shakira is performing at halftime.
“Argentina versus Colombia in the Copa America final in Miami, that’s as good as it gets,” said Univision analyst Alejandro Berry. “You look at the ticket prices. That is the Messi effect. Everyone wants to get a look at Messi in a Copa America final, especially to close out what has been a magical story with him winning Copa America and the World Cup and then maybe winning Copa America again. That would be a fantastic way to say goodbye to the national team.”
According to Vivid Seats data, site traffic to the Copa America Final page spiked 225 percent after Argentina defeated Canada 2-0 to advance. The Copa America final is also the hottest sports ticket at Hard Rock Stadium in 2024. Demand for the game rose 17 percent overnight after Colombia secured a spot and is up 211 percent compared to the 2016 Copa America final between Argentina and Chile. Fans are traveling more than 730 miles on average, to catch Argentina and Columbia in Miami on Sunday.
Vivid Seats’ Fan Forecast, proprietary data of crowd projections, also projected Argentina will have 73 percent of the fans in the stadium.
TickPick, another online ticket marketplace, reported the “get-in” price for the Copa America Final at the start of the tournament was $533 and after Argentina secured its spot Tuesday, the “get-in” price hit $1,293 (143 percent more expensive). Following Colombia’s win over Uruguay Wednesday night, the “get-in” price jumped to $2,117 – a 64 percent increase overnight.
TickPick notes that the average purchase price of this year’s final is $1,250 – 182 percent more expensive than the average purchase price of the 2016 Copa America Final ($442), which was held at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey.
With the final taking place at Hard Rock Stadium, home of the Miami Dolphins, TickPick data shows that the total cost to attend every single Dolphins home game this upcoming season is $1,111, which is 47 percent less expensive than the current “get-in” of the Copa final ($2,117).
When is the Copa America Final?
Sunday at 8 p.m. at Hard Rock Stadium
How to Get Tickets to the Copa America Final?
Tickets are available at TicketMaster, VividSeats, StubHub, Seat Geek and other secondary marketplaces.
How to Watch the Copa America Final?
The final will be broadcast in English on FOX and in Spanish on Univision.
Copa America South Florida Watch Parties:
If you can’t get to the stadium and want to watch with other soccer fans, here are some options…
▪ Fanzone Albiceleste AFA: The House of Futbol (Bayside Marketplace, 401 Biscayne Blvd. Miami)
Argentine soccer pop up experience. Open daily through Sunday, July 14th from 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m, this pop-up offers an immersive celebration tailored to devoted fans of Argentina soccer. This museum invites guests to embark on a journey into the rich history of Argentina football through captivating exhibitions, including a fan zone, lively football-themed games and activities, and more. To purchase tickets, please visit Albiceleste Museum Ticketing Site. Fanzone Albiceleste activations are located on the second floor (museum) with an outdoor area (music and activities) on the ground floor.
▪ Tamias Official Fan Zone for CONMEBOL Copa América 2024 at Wynwood Marketplace, (2250 NW 2nd Ave. Miami) Tamias and CONMEBOL teamed up with SWARM and Wynwood Marketplace to present the official Copa America USA 2024 Fan Zone, which includes big screens, fan activations, concerts, and food. The event is free for fans for the championship game watch party July 14th.
▪ Fontainebleau Miami Beach (4441 Collins Ave., Miami Beach)
Catch the Copa America final at a poolside watch party on Sunday from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. at the iconic Fontainebleau Miami Beach. The hotel’s Arkadia Day Club transforms into the ultimate viewing destination for adults 21 and over. Cheer alongside fellow fans, decked out in your team’s colors, and enjoy the game on a big screen. Cabana and daybed packages are available for groups, or opt for general admission which includes a complimentary beer with additional food and drinks for purchase. Tickets start at $25. Call (305) 338-2000 for information or check the website. https://www.fontainebleau.com/miamibeach/event-calendar/copa-america-poolside-watch-party/
▪ Eden Roc Hotel (4525 Collins Ave. Miami Beach)
Copa América Final Viewing Party on the big screen outdoors at Ocean Social & Aquatica Pool from 7-11 p.m. Two Viewing Venues:
Ocean Social - Reserve your seats in the oceanfront outdoor (covered) restaurant. Take in the cool salty ocean breeze with beer and food.
Aquatica - Our lower level pool with large backyard. Watch the game on the big screens with sound on the turf, under the garden lights and stars. With plenty of seating, bring the entire family. Garden games available.
Admission is free and attendees of all ages are welcome. All food and drink will be available for purchase. Must be 21+ to consume alcohol. We kindly request a complimentary RSVP.
▪ Manolo’s Restaurant (7300 Collins Ave., Miami Beach)
Argentine bakery/restaurant is always a favorite gathering spot for fans of La Albiceleste.
▪ Novecento CityPlace, Doral, (8300 NW 36th St.)
Argentinean restaurant Novecento will host watch party. Reservations for the watch parties are strongly suggested and can be made on OpenTable or by calling 786.871.4935.
▪ Fritz and Franz Bierhaus (60 Merrick Way, Coral Gables) One of South Florida’s legendary soccer watching venues just got a new lease, and that’s great news for fans, who can watch all the Copa America matches while sampling beers and loading up on hot pretzels, schnitzels and bratwurst.
▪ Pilo’s Tequila Garden (158 Northwest 24th St. Wynwood)
Colombian watch party with drink specials. Reserve your spot now by dialing 305-204-1452. Must be 21-over.
▪ La Matriarca Colombian restaurant (2255 NW 87 Ave. Doral)
Popular Colombian restaurant hosting a watch party for the final, including many drink specials. Go to lamatriarca.com for more information.
▪ Le Chick (310 NW 24 St., Wynwood) Watch all matches through July 14 in a weather-proof lounge, enjoy $5 beers and $7 shots, wood fired wings. Participate in free match day brackets with the chance to win prizes. Table reservations are highly recommended. Please email reservations@lechickmiami.com to book your table in advance. Dress Code: Favorite Team Gear.
▪ The Clevelander, (1020 Ocean Dr., Miami Beach)
With its partnership with KRÜ, The Clevelander is the Official Parties of Leo Messi & Kun Aguero. The popular Miami Beach venue has been showing all Copa games. For details and schedule, www.clevelander.com/weekly-special-events/events
▪ Lowe’s home improvement store (850 NE 167 St, North Miami Beach)
If you have been watching Copa America on TV, surely you have seen the Lowe’s commercials featuring Lionel Messi. The store recently partnered with Messi, Inter Miami and Copa America and will host a watch party for the final. Festivities include a Meet-and-Greet with retired Argentine star Maxi Rodriguez from 7:05 – 7:40 p.m., followed by a Q&A with Rodriguez and announcer Luis Omar Tapia from 7:40 – 7:55 p.m.. Also, food trucks, kids games, photo booth, face painting.
▪ Veza Sur brewery (55 NW 25 St, Wynwood)
Colombian-American brewery hosting a watch party with drink specials.
▪ The Brightside, Miami. (1721 SW 22nd St., Miami)
A favorite spot for USA fans, but with the red, white, and blue bounced in the group stage, it’s still a good spot to watch soccer.
▪ Biscayne Bay Brewing Co. (100 NE First Ave, 3rd floor, Miami)
Catch all the Copa America action at Biscayne Bay Brewing. This locally-owned brewery located in the heart of Downtown Miami will be showing the Copa America final on their flat-screen TVs surrounding the wrap-around bar and on their massive projector screen. During the games fanatics can enjoy unbeatable specials, including $50 beer towers and $5 beers! Pair your beer with their juicy burgers, tequeños, Margherita flatbread, 1/2 lb bucket of fries and more!Savor their 6-core beers, all $5 during games.
▪ Batch Gastropub Miami (30 SW 12th St, Miami)
Reservation Link: https://www.batchgastropub.com/reservations/ Catch the most highly anticipated Copa America and Euro 2024 games at Batch Gastropub in Brickell! Enjoy game day specials, including 5 for $30 mix-and-match 16oz beer buckets, $5 Bud Light drafts, and $5 Barn Burner shots. Savor delicious food offerings such as crispy calamari, truffle fries, and signature Batch wings. Indulge in hearty mains like the Batch burger, short rib birria quesadilla, baby back ribs, and more.
▪ Cathedral Soccer (2728 Northeast 2nd Ave., Miami)
Good spot for soccer fans of all nations.
▪ Amara at Paraiso (3101 NE 7th Ave, Miami)
Join us for the ultimate Copa America soccer viewing parties through July 14th. Catch all the action live on our TV with sound during game times. Enjoy a Monopolio bucket of 5 beers for $25 or a refreshing Fernet & Coke for $12. Enjoy delicious bites like Yucca Tots with Huancaina and Vinaigrette, Provoleta with Tostones, and Bolon a Verde. Don’t miss out on this perfect blend of soccer, great food, and refreshing drinks. More information: https://amaraatparaiso.com/copa-america-viewing/
▪ Grails Restaurant & Bar (2800 North Miami Avenue Miami) This popular Wynwood spot offers ice-cold beers, food, 70+ HD TVs and a passionate Copa America 2024 community.
▪ Julia & Henry’s (200 E. Flagler St., Miami)
Watch parties with food and drink specials.
▪ Hooters (Locations in Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, Miami, Doral, Hialeah, Pembroke Pines, Sunrise, Weston, Bradenton, Ft. Myers, Naples, Sarasota) Visit your neighborhood Hooters during the Copa America tournament and catch the soccer action while enjoying world famous Hooters wings and other favorite menu items. Enjoy $15 Michelob Ultra pitchers (the beer Lionel Messi promotes) during all live Copa matches.
▪ Miami Beach Bandshell (7275 Collins Ave., Miami Beach)
The Rhythm Foundation proudly presents a free screening of the final match of the Copa America 2024 on July 14.
Other Copa-related events...
▪ Aventura Mall Mastercard Copa America Week-long Fan Fest (Aventura Mall)
Interactive installations include a circular soccer turf, kicking challenges, country jersey displays, a 3D soccer ball photo op, and a soccer obstacle course.
Located near Bloomingdale’s in the Lower Level, this partnership between MasterCard and Aventura Mall creates the ultimate destination for Copa America enthusiasts of all ages.
(If you would like your restaurant/bar to be added to our Copa America Watch Party list, please email mkaufman@miamiherald.com)
