Miami will cordon off parts of Biscayne Bay for the 2026 World Cup

The Coast Guard plans to create a temporary security zone in Biscayne Bay for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and Fan Fest events. This means boats will be prohibited from anchoring or entering certain areas unless authorized by the Captain of the Port Miami.

Large-scale international events often bring temporary security measures, but this one affects a major waterway in a dense urban area. The Coast Guard is defining who can access the water and where, which can disrupt local boat traffic and businesses that rely on bay access. It sets a precedent for how future major events in Miami might restrict public access to navigable waters.