Fort Lauderdale & Las Olas
$$$Mid-rangeClosest city base to Lauderhill
- Hotels downtown and along Las Olas Boulevard, with the beach 10 minutes east
- About 15–20 minutes' drive to Central Broward Park
- Close to Fort Lauderdale airport (FLL)
Miami · Lauderhill
Where to stay for Miami Carnival 2027
Sun, Oct 10, 2027Starts in 334 days
Usually the Sunday of Columbus Day weekend.
Miami Broward Carnival: J'Ouvert, mas bands and a Sunday parade and concert at Central Broward Park in Lauderhill over Columbus Day weekend. Here's where to stay, with live prices for your dates.
Where to stay
Pick your base for Miami Carnival
All the main events moved to Broward County in 2026, so Fort Lauderdale and Plantation are the closest bases. Downtown Miami and Miami Beach suit a longer Miami trip, but it's about an hour's drive to the park.
Plantation
$$$BudgetChain hotels near the venue
- Chain and extended-stay hotels off Broward Boulevard and I-595
- About 15 minutes' drive to Central Broward Park
- You'll want a car or rideshare
Downtown & Brickell
$$$Mid-rangeCity base
- High-rise hotels and apartments
- Check the carnival venue each year before you book
- Great restaurants and bars
Miami Beach
$$$PremiumBeach and nightlife
- Beachfront hotels and South Beach nightlife
- Further from the carnival grounds
- Pricier on event weekends
Showing stays near Central Broward Park & Broward County Stadium, Lauderhill
Prices are live for your dates and guests. Tap a pin to see the stay on the booking site.
Plan your nights
Miami Carnival at a glance
Book the full stretch and you won't miss a thing.
SatOct 2
Junior Carnival
Children's mas bands and steel bands on the Saturday a week before. It was free in 2026.
FriOct 8
Carnival Friday fête
A Friday night fête starts the main weekend.
SatOct 9
Official J'Ouvert
Paint, powder and music from about 7am to 3pm at Central Broward Park, with 20 or more J'Ouvert bands.
SunOct 10
Parade of Bands & concert
Mas bands cross the judging stage, then a live concert follows into the night.
MonOct 11
Columbus Day
A US federal holiday and the usual day to travel home.
The Miami-Broward One Carnival Host Committee publishes schedules, tickets and changes on miamicarnival.org.
Getting there & around
- Central Broward Park is at 3700 NW 11th Place, Lauderhill, about 20 minutes by car from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) and 35 to 45 minutes from Miami International (MIA).
- Check the official site for parking and shuttles close to the date. Older shuttle notes there refer to the old Miami-Dade fairgrounds.
- Broward County Transit buses serve the area, which saves queuing to park.
- Gates and the parade have run late in recent years, so carry water and allow extra time.
- Expect heavy rideshare demand and long waits when the concert ends at night.
Booking tips
Book refundable, switch later
Lock in a free-cancellation stay now while there's choice, then keep an eye out for something better.
Compare the total price
Festival rates, cleaning fees and minimum stays add up. Compare the total for your nights, not the nightly rate.
Check AC, water and parking
Ask rental hosts about AC in the bedrooms, backup water and secure parking before you book.
Stay near what you'll do most
Roads close and taxis surge on the big days. Being close to the main events saves hours.
Lock in a refundable stay for Miami Carnival
Columbus Day weekend is busy across Broward, and the organisers' partner hotel rates usually close in September, so book early. Free-cancellation options let you book now and change your mind later.
FAQ
Miami Carnival: your questions
When is Miami Carnival 2027?
The Parade of Bands and concert are on the Sunday of Columbus Day weekend, with Official J'Ouvert on the Saturday. Junior Carnival is usually the Saturday before. The next one is Sun, Oct 10, 2027.
Where is Miami Carnival held?
Since 2026 every major event has been in Broward County. J'Ouvert and the Sunday parade are at Central Broward Park & Broward County Stadium in Lauderhill. Until 2025 the Sunday parade was at the Miami-Dade County Fair & Expo Center, so check the venue for your year.
What time and where is J'Ouvert?
Official J'Ouvert is on the Saturday of Columbus Day weekend, from about 7am to 3pm at Central Broward Park in Lauderhill. It needs its own ticket, separate from the Sunday parade.
How do I buy Miami Broward Carnival tickets?
Tickets are sold through the official partner linked from miamicarnival.org. In 2026 parade-only tickets started at about $39 and parade and concert at about $66, and prices rise closer to the date. To play mas you register with a band, and a band package may not include event entry.
Is there parking or a shuttle?
Check miamicarnival.org and Broward County Transit close to the date. Older shuttle details on the official site refer to the Miami-Dade fairgrounds, not Lauderhill.
Is Miami Carnival cancelled?
No. The festival went ahead in October 2026 and the organisers have published dates for the next one.
Is Miami Carnival the same as Miami Broward Carnival?
Yes. They're names for one festival, run by the Miami-Broward One Carnival Host Committee after separate Miami and Broward carnivals merged. It has no link to Carnival Cruise Line or to Carnaval Miami on Calle Ocho.
Where should I stay for Miami Carnival?
Fort Lauderdale and Plantation are 10 to 20 minutes from the Lauderhill venue and close to FLL. Downtown Miami, Brickell and Miami Beach are about an hour away by car. That works for a Miami holiday, but makes J'Ouvert's early start harder.
