The Miami Heat play their 2026–27 home slate at Kaseya Center in downtown Miami, and this is the complete game-by-game home schedule – every opponent, date, and tip-off time in one place. Bookmark it: we keep it current for the full season so you always know when the Heat are back downtown.
The home season opens October 21 against the Minnesota Timberwolves and closes with the home finale on April 11 against the Orlando Magic. In between, Miami hosts 40 regular-season games at Kaseya Center – plus three preseason tune-ups in October – with marquee downtown nights against the Lakers, Celtics, Knicks, Warriors, and Nuggets.
Going to a game? Skip the downtown parking scramble and the post-game rideshare surge – see car service to Kaseya Center and our Miami Heat game-day transportation for door-to-door chauffeured service on game night.
Miami Heat 2026–27 Home Schedule at Kaseya Center
All games are at Kaseya Center, 601 Biscayne Boulevard, downtown Miami. Times are Eastern (ET) and set by the NBA – always confirm your game before booking travel, as dates and tip-off times can change.
Preseason (October 2026)
| Date | Opponent | Tip-Off (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 8 | New Orleans Pelicans | 7:30 PM |
| Oct 10 | Minnesota Timberwolves | 8:00 PM |
| Oct 14 | Brooklyn Nets | 7:30 PM |
October 2026
| Date | Opponent | Tip-Off (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 21 | Minnesota Timberwolves – Home Opener | 7:30 PM |
| Oct 23 | Detroit Pistons | 8:00 PM |
| Oct 26 | Dallas Mavericks | 7:30 PM |
| Oct 30 | Indiana Pacers – Home Opener | 8:00 PM |
November 2026
| Date | Opponent | Tip-Off (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 13 | Cleveland Cavaliers – Emirates NBA Cup | 8:00 PM |
| Nov 14 | Detroit Pistons | 8:00 PM |
| Nov 16 | Houston Rockets | 7:30 PM |
| Nov 18 | Milwaukee Bucks | 7:00 PM |
| Nov 22 | Oklahoma City Thunder | 6:00 PM |
December 2026
| Date | Opponent | Tip-Off (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 1 | Atlanta Hawks | 7:30 PM |
| Dec 3 | Washington Wizards | 7:30 PM |
| Dec 12 | New York Knicks | 8:30 PM |
| Dec 18 | LA Clippers | 7:00 PM |
| Dec 20 | Sacramento Kings | 6:00 PM |
| Dec 21 | Chicago Bulls | 7:30 PM |
| Dec 23 | Chicago Bulls | 7:30 PM |
| Dec 27 | Charlotte Hornets | 6:00 PM |
January 2027
| Date | Opponent | Tip-Off (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 5 | Memphis Grizzlies | 7:30 PM |
| Jan 10 | New Orleans Pelicans | 6:00 PM |
| Jan 12 | Brooklyn Nets | 7:30 PM |
| Jan 17 | Golden State Warriors | 6:00 PM |
| Jan 19 | Portland Trail Blazers | 7:30 PM |
| Jan 23 | Atlanta Hawks | 8:00 PM |
| Jan 30 | Philadelphia 76ers | 12:30 PM |
February 2027
| Date | Opponent | Tip-Off (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 2 | Charlotte Hornets | 7:30 PM |
| Feb 4 | Milwaukee Bucks | 7:30 PM |
| Feb 14 | Brooklyn Nets | 1:00 PM |
| Feb 15 | San Antonio Spurs | 5:00 PM |
March 2027
| Date | Opponent | Tip-Off (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 2 | Toronto Raptors | 7:30 PM |
| Mar 3 | Toronto Raptors | 7:30 PM |
| Mar 6 | Indiana Pacers | 3:00 PM |
| Mar 8 | Phoenix Suns | 7:30 PM |
| Mar 10 | Orlando Magic | 7:00 PM |
| Mar 21 | Denver Nuggets | 6:00 PM |
| Mar 23 | Los Angeles Lakers | 8:00 PM |
| Mar 25 | Utah Jazz | 7:30 PM |
| Mar 27 | Boston Celtics | 8:00 PM |
April 2027
| Date | Opponent | Tip-Off (ET) |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 8 | Philadelphia 76ers | 7:00 PM |
| Apr 9 | Washington Wizards | 8:00 PM |
| Apr 11 | Orlando Magic – Home Finale | 6:00 PM |
How Many Home Games Do the Miami Heat Play?
- 40 regular-season home games at Kaseya Center in 2026–27 (plus 3 home preseason games in October).
- Home opener: October 21 vs. Minnesota Timberwolves.
- Home finale: April 11 vs. Orlando Magic.
- Busiest home stretches: December (8 games) and March (9 games).
- Emirates NBA Cup group games at home: Oct 30 vs. Indiana and Nov 13 vs. Cleveland.
Getting to Kaseya Center on Game Night
Kaseya Center sits right on the downtown Miami waterfront, which makes it easy to reach – and a nightmare to park at. Event-night rates in the surrounding garages and lots typically run $30–$60 and sell out fast, and once the final buzzer sounds, you are merging onto Biscayne Boulevard with 20,000 other fans while rideshare prices surge.
A private chauffeur skips all of it: a fixed rate booked in advance, a driver waiting exactly where you need them, and zero parking. We handle round-trip service from any hotel or home in Brickell, Miami Beach, Coral Gables, or anywhere across South Florida. See the full breakdown on our Kaseya Center car service page, or go straight to Miami Heat transportation page.
Ready to lock in your ride? Request a reservation and we’ll confirm your fixed rate and pickup details.
Miami Heat Home Schedule FAQ
When does the 2026–27 Miami Heat home season start?
The Heat’s regular-season home opener is October 21, 2026 against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Kaseya Center. Three home preseason games come first, on October 8, 10, and 14.
How many home games do the Miami Heat play at Kaseya Center?
Miami hosts 40 regular-season home games at Kaseya Center in 2026–27, plus 3 home preseason games in October. The busiest home months are December (8 games) and March (9 games).
Where do the Miami Heat play?
The Miami Heat play at Kaseya Center, located at 601 Biscayne Boulevard in downtown Miami, directly on the waterfront and served by the free Metromover.
What is the best way to get to a Miami Heat game without parking?
Downtown garages near Kaseya Center fill up and charge premium event-night rates, and rideshare surges the moment a game ends. A private chauffeur is the simplest option: a fixed rate, door-to-door pickup, and no parking. See our Kaseya Center car service page for details.
When is the Miami Heat home finale?
The 2026–27 regular-season home finale is April 11, 2027 against the Orlando Magic at Kaseya Center.
Do the Heat host Emirates NBA Cup games at home?
Yes. Miami’s home NBA Cup group-stage games are October 30 vs. the Indiana Pacers and November 13 vs. the Cleveland Cavaliers. Additional knockout-round games depend on how the Heat advance.
