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Ultra Music Festival Miami

Ultra Music Festival is a three-day electronic music festival held every March at Bayfront Park in downtown Miami, Florida. It is run by Event Entertainment Group, Inc. and has been going since 1999. The next edition is Friday to Sunday, March 26-28, 2027, with the Phase 1 lineup out and GA and VIP tickets on sale.

DatesMar 26–28, 2027Confirmed[7,15,18]
Countdown—
Ticketsfrom $479.16On sale now
LivestreamYouTube (UMF TV) and ultramusicfestival.com2026
What's new
  • Phase 1 lineup for 2027 was announced October 14, 2026, and tickets are on sale.
  • Phase 1 includes Calvin Harris, Martin Garrix, Armin van Buuren, Steve Aoki and Dom Dolla, plus a world debut of Marshmello B2B Subtronics.
  • U.S. debuts listed so far: Boris Brejcha B2B Eric Prydz presents CIREZD, Nico Moreno B2B Novah, and Sara Landry Divine Intervention.
  • On April 23, 2026, the Miami City Commission approved a long-term agreement with Ultra, in successive terms totaling up to 20 years.
  • The 2026 edition powered the Cove stage with zero-emission batteries, a first for a major U.S. festival stage.

Watch Ultra Music Festival Miami

Yes, Ultra Miami streams. The broadcast is called ULTRALIVE and runs on the UMF TV YouTube channel and at ultramusicfestival.com. In 2025 it covered 4 stages across the 3 days, and full sets from 2026 were posted on UMF TV in September. Expect the same setup for 2027, but check the schedule once it is published.

2026YouTube (UMF TV) and ultramusicfestival.com
ULTRALIVE ran March 27-29 as a multi-channel broadcast from Bayfront Park, with a daily stream schedule posted on the day.[1,2]
2025YouTube (UMF TV) and ultramusicfestival.com · 4 stages
ULTRALIVE streamed from 4 stages across all 3 days, March 28-30, starting at 4:00 PM ET on day 1.[3,4]
2022ULTRALIVE (presented by Algorand)
Ultra announced an ULTRALIVE stream for the 2022 festival in a March 21, 2022 news post.[5]
2016ULTRA LIVE, presented by UMF TV
ULTRA LIVE broadcast from a custom-built outdoor setup, produced by NOMOBO and powered by 7UP.[6]

Expected: an ULTRALIVE stream during the festival weekend of March 26-28, 2027; it has not been announced yet. In 2025 and 2026 the stream announcement came about two days before opening day.

Latest

  1. Ultra Miami 2027 Phase 1 lineup announced; tickets on sale.[7]
  2. 2027 tickets announced to go on sale Tuesday, October 13.[7]
  3. Waitlist for Tier 2 tickets closed at 6:00pm ET.[7]
  4. Public Waitlist for Ultra Miami 2027 opened at 9AM ET; the 2026 aftermovie "SYNCHRONICITY" was released the same day.[7]
  5. Ultra Miami 2026 live sets published on the UMF TV YouTube channel.[7]

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Tickets

Two ticket types are on sale for 2027: 3-day GA at $479.16 (Tier 3) and 3-day VIP at $2,396.03 (Tier 2), both all-inclusive before tax and shipping. All sales are final and tickets are not refundable once gates open.

GA from$479.16GA 3-Day Ticket (Tier 3)
VIP from$2,396.03VIP 3-Day Ticket (Tier 2)
Range$479.16–$2,396.032 pass types, all-in incl. fees[7,13,14]
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GA 3-Day Ticket (Tier 3)
3 days of festival access; one wristband for the full weekend; premium restroom facilities throughout the venue. Ages 18+ only.
$479.16 USD[13]
VIP 3-Day Ticket (Tier 2)
Expedited entry through separate VIP entrances; dedicated restrooms and bars in the VIP Village; access to the elevated Main VIP deck with views of the Ultra Main Stage; access to elevated viewing areas at other stages. VIP is 21+ only.
$2,396.03 USD[13]

Past prices

2025General Admission $399.95 + fees[8,9]
unspecified $449[10]
VIP $1,499.95 + fees[8]
20243-day GA $349.95 + fees[11]
3-day VIP $1,499.95 + fees[11]
2023unspecified $399.95[12]
Premium GA $749.95[12]
VIP $1,499.95[12]

Face-value prices as reported at the time, from the linked sources. Not adjusted for inflation.

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Lineup

Phase 1 has 24 listed acts, headed by Calvin Harris, Martin Garrix, Armin van Buuren and Marshmello B2B Subtronics. Several sets are debuts, including Alison Wonderland B2B Tiffany Day (festival debut) and Miss Monique presents Biorhythm (U.S. festival debut).

Calvin HarrisMartin GarrixMarshmello B2B SubtronicsArmin van BuurenSteve AokiDom DollaAfrojackAdam Beyer

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Stages

The Ultra Main Stage anchors the site, with the Live, UMF Radio, Oasis and Cove stages and the Carl Cox Megastructure (RESISTANCE) alongside it. The Oasis stage sits in the middle of the Eco Village.

Ultra Main StageFestival's main stage, with an elevated Main VIP deck.
Live StageRuns on the local grid instead of generators.
UMF Radio StageAlso powered from the local grid.
Oasis StageCenters the Eco Village, with shade, lounge areas and live art.
Cove StageBattery-powered in 2026 with zero onsite carbon emissions.
Carl Cox Megastructure (RESISTANCE)Home of Carl Cox & Friends since 2004.

Plan your trip

Bayfront Park is in downtown Miami, with Metromover stopping outside and no parking on site. There is no camping, so book a hotel nearby; official room blocks go through Crewfare.

  • Metromover is free in Downtown Miami and Brickell and stops right outside the venue.
  • Brightline and Tri-Rail both end at MiamiCentral, a short walk from Bayfront Park; Tri-Rail runs special late trains after each day.
  • No parking at the festival site, but Downtown Miami has many lots and garages nearby.
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  • Brightline runs from Orlando, West Palm Beach, Boca Raton, Fort Lauderdale and Aventura into MiamiCentral; Bayfront Park is about a mile's walk from there.[16]
  • Tri-Rail has 19 stations across South Florida with weekend fares of $5 roundtrip, ending at MiamiCentral Station in Downtown Miami, a short walk from Bayfront Park. Special late trains depart after each day of the festival. Schedules at www.tri-rail.com.[16]
  • Metrorail is a 25-mile dual-track system across Miami-Dade County that connects to the Metromover; some stations have parking garages.[16]
  • Metromover is a free service in Downtown Miami and Brickell. Metrorail riders connect via Government Center Station, which drops off right outside the venue.[16]
  • There is no parking at the festival site; Downtown Miami has many parking lots and garages nearby. Limited accessible parking spots are available first come, first served with a valid state-issued disabled persons placard, permit or plate.[16,17]
  • Popular rideshare services are available across Miami-Dade County. An Accessible Passenger Loading Zone is at the corner of Biscayne Blvd & Chopin Plaza, in front of the Intercontinental Hotel; drivers must present a valid handicap placard or plates.[16,17]
  • Bayfront Park sits on the water in Downtown Miami at 301 N. Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132. The Metromover stops right outside.[18]

Aftermovies and photos

Editions and history

Ultra started on the sands of Miami Beach in 1999, later moved to Virginia Key, and has been at Bayfront Park for recent editions.

2018Mar 23–25, 201820th anniversary edition, held during Miami Music Week.[31]
2017Mar 24–26, 2017
Sasha & Digweed, Black Coffee, Joseph Capriati, Marco Carola, The Martinez Brothers
Nineteenth annual edition. RESISTANCE made its Megastructure debut on March 24 and 25 at the Carl Cox Megastructure, with Sasha and Digweed's first US performance together as a duo since 2010. A RESISTANCE closing party ran March 26 at 11Rooftop.[32,33,34]
2016Mar 18–20, 2016Eighteenth anniversary edition. Carl Cox & Friends took over the Megastructure on March 18 and 19 as his only US festival appearances of the year.[32,35]
2015Mar 27–29, 2015Seventeenth anniversary edition. The RESISTANCE concept made its North American debut at the festival with the Afterburner stage design powered by Arcadia Spectacular.[36,37]
Timeline (10)
  1. The Miami City Commission approved a long-term agreement totaling up to 20 years, extending a partnership built over three decades. Ultra also powered the Cove stage with zero-emission batteries, a first for a major US festival stage.[7,38]
  2. Twelve artists became Founding Members of the Mission: Home Alliance.[29]
  3. Event Entertainment Group entered a Revocable License Agreement with the Bayfront Park Management Trust dated June 27, 2022.[14]
  4. After the Virginia Key edition, Ultra voluntarily terminated its City of Miami license and announced it would seek a new permanent South Florida home.[39]
  5. The festival marked its 20th anniversary at Bayfront Park, accompanied by the #20yearsofultra documentary series.[31]
  6. Carl Cox was announced as RESISTANCE's global ambassador in February 2016. Ultra Music Festival was recently voted the world's #1 Festival by DJ Mag.[32,33]
  7. The RESISTANCE concept debuted in North America at Ultra Miami.[37]
  8. The feature-length documentary CAN U FEEL IT premiered at Ultra Music Festival Miami 2012 and was later shown in over 500 US theaters.[36]
  9. The inaugural Ultra Music Festival took place on the sands of Miami Beach. Rabbit in the Moon performed at that first festival.[32,40]
  10. The ULTRA brand was founded in Miami by Russell Faibisch, who began producing electronic music events in South Florida.[32]

FAQ

When is Ultra Miami 2027?

March 26–28, 2027 (Friday–Sunday) at Bayfront Park, Miami. Gates are Friday 4:00 pm–midnight, Saturday 12:00 pm–midnight, Sunday 12:00 pm–10:00 pm.

How much are Ultra Miami 2027 tickets?

GA 3-Day is $479.16 USD (Tier 3) and VIP 3-Day is $2,396.03 USD (Tier 2), all-inclusive before tax and shipping at checkout.

Can I camp at Ultra?

No. There is no camping or overnight stay, and no re-entry once inside.

How old do I need to be?

GA is 18+, VIP is 21+, and buying alcohol requires 21+ with ID.

Is there parking at the festival?

No parking at the site, but Downtown Miami has nearby lots and garages. Metromover stops right outside the venue.

Can I bring a backpack?

No. Only clear bags up to 13”x17”, a one-gallon clear zip-top bag, a small clutch, a fanny pack, or a hydration pack that is not a backpack.

Are refunds available?

No. Tickets are not refundable and all sales are final, except as expressly provided in the ticketing terms.

Where is the festival held long-term?

Bayfront Park in Downtown Miami. The Miami City Commission approved an agreement of up to 20 years in April 2026.

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