About Chase Stadium
Chase Stadium sits in Fort Lauderdale’s Lockhart neighbourhood — a 21,550-seat soccer-specific venue where Inter Miami CF plays in Major League Soccer and where Lionel Messi made one of the most extraordinary career moves in football history. Since Messi’s arrival in July 2023, this modest South Florida stadium has become one of the most talked-about venues in world sports.
Inter Miami has called Chase Stadium home since the club’s inaugural MLS season in 2020. David Beckham’s ownership group built the stadium as a temporary venue — a functional, intimate ground designed to house the team while a permanent stadium was constructed in Miami proper. The $60 million project, designed by MANICA Architecture, sits at the centre of a 131-acre training complex that includes 50 full-size pitches and a 25,000-square-foot performance centre.
The stadium was originally named Inter Miami CF Stadium, then DRV PNK Stadium (2021–2023), and became Chase Stadium in 2024. Despite its modest size by MLS standards, the Messi effect has made every match a sellout and pushed secondary market ticket prices into the stratosphere. The atmosphere on match nights — palm trees, pink neon, South Florida humidity, and the world’s greatest player on the pitch — is unlike anything else in American soccer.
Inter Miami plans to move to the 25,000-seat Miami Freedom Park near Miami International Airport for the 2026 season. Chase Stadium will continue as the club’s training headquarters, but its brief run as Messi’s American home has already earned it a place in MLS history.
Getting to Chase Stadium
Public Transit
Chase Stadium has limited transit access. The best approach is Brightline rail to Fort Lauderdale station, then rideshare to the stadium.
→ Via Brightline: The Fort Lauderdale station is 3 miles southeast of the stadium. Brightline runs between Miami Central and Fort Lauderdale every 30–60 minutes (15-minute ride, $12–$18). From the station, take Uber or Lyft for $8–$12.
→ Via Broward County Transit: Route 36 runs along NW 12th Avenue near the stadium. Service is infrequent on match nights — transit is not the primary option here.
Most fans drive or take rideshare. South Florida’s car-centric layout makes public transit impractical for most visitors.
Driving + Parking
The stadium address is 1350 NW 55th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309. I-95 and the Florida Turnpike are the primary approaches.
→ From Miami (~30 mi): I-95 North to NW 36th Street, west to NW 12th Avenue. About 35–50 minutes depending on traffic.
→ From West Palm Beach (~45 mi): I-95 South to Commercial Boulevard, west to NW 12th Avenue. About 50 minutes.
→ From Fort Lauderdale Beach (~6 mi): Sunrise Boulevard west to NW 12th Avenue, north to the stadium. About 15 minutes.
The complex offers approximately 6,000 parking spaces in surface lots at $25 for general parking and $40–$60 for premium. Lots open 2 hours before kickoff. Traffic on I-95 is heavy before and after matches — allow extra time.
Rideshare
Uber and Lyft are the default for many fans. The designated drop-off zone is on NW 55th Street near the main entrance. From Fort Lauderdale hotels, expect $10–$15. From Miami Beach, $30–$45. Post-match surge pricing is significant — walk to NW 12th Avenue and wait 10 minutes for rates to settle.
From the Airport
→ Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International (FLL): 5 miles south of the stadium, about 10–15 minutes by car. Major hub for Spirit, JetBlue, and Southwest with extensive domestic and Caribbean service. Rideshare runs $12–$18.
→ Miami International (MIA): 25 miles south, about 30–40 minutes by car. Larger international hub served by American Airlines and most global carriers. Rideshare runs $35–$55.
History of Chase Stadium
Chase Stadium was built to give Inter Miami CF a home from day one. David Beckham’s ownership group secured a franchise in 2018 after years of negotiations, but the permanent stadium site in Miami faced zoning delays. Rather than wait, the club built a temporary venue on the 131-acre Lockhart complex in Fort Lauderdale — designed by MANICA Architecture at a cost of approximately $60 million.
First Match (March 14, 2020): Inter Miami was scheduled to host their first match at home, but the COVID-19 pandemic shut down MLS. The first match with fans was on April 18, 2021, a 3–2 loss to the LA Galaxy.
Messi’s Debut (July 21, 2023): Lionel Messi came off the bench in the 54th minute of a Leagues Cup match against Cruz Azul and scored a stoppage-time free kick to win the match 2–1. The moment went viral worldwide, and Chase Stadium became the most famous small venue in American soccer overnight. Messi went on to lead Inter Miami to the 2023 Leagues Cup title.
2024 Supporters’ Shield: With Messi, Luis Suárez, Sergio Busquets, and Jordi Alba on the roster, Inter Miami won the 2024 Supporters’ Shield with a record 74 points — the best regular-season record in MLS history.
Naming Rights History: The stadium was originally Inter Miami CF Stadium (2020), became DRV PNK Stadium in 2021, and took the Chase Stadium name in 2024 after JPMorgan Chase purchased the rights.
From temporary venue to Messi’s American home, Chase Stadium was never meant to be a destination — but the arrival of the greatest player in football history turned a modest Fort Lauderdale ground into one of the most extraordinary chapters in MLS history.
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Fun Facts
Lionel Messi's Inter Miami debut on July 21, 2023, transformed Chase Stadium from an anonymous MLS venue into one of the most in-demand tickets in world football — the club sold out every remaining home match within hours of the announcement, and secondary market prices exceeded $1,000 per seat.
Chase Stadium sits at the centre of a 131-acre complex that includes 50 full-size training pitches, a 25,000-square-foot performance centre, and a technology hub — making it one of the largest dedicated soccer training campuses in the world.
The stadium was originally built for David Beckham's ownership group at a cost of approximately $60 million — a fraction of what most MLS clubs spend — because Inter Miami planned from the start to move to a permanent venue in Miami proper.
Stadium Location
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the seating capacity of Chase Stadium?
- Chase Stadium seats 21,550 for MLS matches. The venue was designed as a temporary home for Inter Miami CF, with the club planning to move to the larger Miami Freedom Park for the 2026 MLS season.
- Where is Chase Stadium located?
- Chase Stadium is at 1350 NW 55th Street in Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33309. It sits within the Inter Miami CF training complex in the Lockhart area, approximately 3 miles from downtown Fort Lauderdale and 30 miles north of downtown Miami.
- How do I get to Chase Stadium by public transit?
- Broward County Transit Route 36 stops near the stadium on NW 12th Avenue. The Brightline train runs between Miami and Fort Lauderdale (15 minutes), with the Fort Lauderdale station about 3 miles from the stadium. Rideshare from the Brightline station costs $8–$12.
- Is there parking at Chase Stadium?
- The stadium complex offers approximately 6,000 parking spaces in surface lots. General parking is $25 on match days, with premium lots at $40–$60. Lots open 2 hours before kickoff. The complex is surrounded by large surface parking areas.
- When did Lionel Messi join Inter Miami?
- Lionel Messi made his Inter Miami debut on July 21, 2023, coming off the bench in a Leagues Cup match against Cruz Azul. He scored a free kick in stoppage time to win the match 2–1. Messi's arrival transformed the club, as Inter Miami went on to win the 2023 Leagues Cup and the 2024 Supporters' Shield.
- Is Inter Miami moving to a new stadium?
- Yes. Inter Miami is building Miami Freedom Park, a 25,000-seat soccer-specific stadium on the former Melreese golf course site near Miami International Airport. The club plans to move there for the 2026 MLS season. Chase Stadium will remain as the training facility.
- How far is the airport from Chase Stadium?
- Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) is just 5 miles south of the stadium, about 10–15 minutes by car. Miami International Airport (MIA) is 25 miles south, about 30–40 minutes. Rideshare from FLL runs $12–$18.
Last updated: 2026-03-05
