When did Hard Rock Stadium open and what was its original name?
Hard Rock Stadium opened on the 16th of August 1987 as Joe Robbie Stadium. Team founder Joe Robbie built the facility entirely with private money to replace the Orange Bowl.
Questions about Hard Rock Stadium
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Who owns Hard Rock Stadium and when did they acquire it?
Stephen M. Ross acquired 95% of the stadium by February 2008. He later partnered with Jimmy Buffett to rename the venue Land Shark Stadium on the 8th of May 2009 before selling naming rights to Hard Rock Cafe International in 2016.
How many Super Bowls have been hosted at Hard Rock Stadium?
Six Super Bowls have been hosted at Hard Rock Stadium including XXIII, XXIX, XXXIII, XLI, XLIV, and LIV. The most recent event occurred on the 2nd of February 2020 featuring the Kansas City Chiefs defeating the San Francisco 49ers.
What major sports teams play home games at Hard Rock Stadium?
The Miami Dolphins NFL team and the Miami Hurricanes college football team play their home games at Hard Rock Stadium. The Florida Marlins baseball team played there from 1993 until moving to LoanDepot Park in 2012.
Which famous musicians performed concerts at Hard Rock Stadium between 1988 and 2024?
Rod Stewart headlined a concert on the 3rd of July 1988 while Paul McCartney drew over 95,000 attendees in April 1990. Taylor Swift completed three Eras Tour shows totaling 183,000 attendees across October 18-20, 2024.