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NFL game day

Kansas City Chiefs at Miami Dolphins

Sunday, September 27, 2026 · 1:00 PM EDT · Hard Rock Stadium

Game-window forecast84°F at kickoff · 1% precipitation risk · 4 mph wind
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At a glance

The essentials

DateSunday, September 27
Kickoff1:00 PM EDT
StadiumHard Rock Stadium
LocationMiami, FL
Plan the day

A practical game-day timeline

Use this as a planning framework around the scheduled kickoff. Venue gate times, security procedures and tailgating rules can differ, so verify those details before you travel.

Pregame / tailgate planning10:00 AMA useful starting point for pregame plans; verify venue-specific tailgating rules.
Suggested arrival window11:30 AMA planning target, not an official gate-opening time. Allow more time for parking and security.
Kickoff1:00 PMScheduled local kickoff time.
Expected finish window4:15 PMApproximate only; NFL game length varies.
Conditions

Weather through the game

Updated 23 days ago

Hot conditions could make heat and hydration the main game-day concern. Rain risk is low.

Tailgate / pregame10:00 AM81°FFeels 87°F · 0% rain · 7 mph wind
Arrival window11:30 AM81°FFeels 89°F · 1% rain · 5 mph wind
Kickoff1:00 PM84°FFeels 94°F · 1% rain · 4 mph wind
Late game4:00 PM84°FFeels 90°F · 1% rain · 6 mph wind

Forecast is tied to the scheduled game window and will be refreshed as kickoff approaches.

Dress for the full game

What to wear

Hot conditions could make heat and hydration the main game-day concern. Rain risk is low.

Light breathable clothingSun protectionWater for pregame

These are weather-driven planning suggestions, not venue rules. Check the latest stadium policy and forecast before leaving.

Venue & trip

Get oriented before you go

Hard Rock Stadium

347 Don Shula Drive, Miami, FL, 33056

Stadium guideDirections
Travel to the game

Planning the trip from Kansas City to Miami

Suggested outboundSep 26
Suggested returnSep 28
Approx. market distance1,245 mi
FlightsMCI → MIASearch flights for the game dates Check flights → HotelsSep 26 – Sep 28Search Expedia stays around Miami Find hotels →
Things to doTurn the game into a weekend trip→
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Kansas City ChiefsSee upcoming Chiefs games→ Miami DolphinsSee upcoming Dolphins games→
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