Miami Approves Supertall Tower as World Baseball Classic and Spring Events Draw Crowds
Miami, FL – March 10, 2026 – A 95-story tower wins approval as global baseball games and major March festivals bring new energy downtown.
Miami’s skyline, sports scene and spring calendar are all making headlines this week.
95-Story Tower Cleared for Downtown
City leaders have approved One Bayfront Plaza, a 95-story mixed-use tower planned for 100 South Biscayne Boulevard. The long-anticipated project includes hundreds of residential units along with office and retail space, adding new density to the heart of downtown.
The approval marks a major step forward for one of the tallest proposed buildings on the East Coast. Supporters say it will energize the urban core and attract investment, while critics continue to watch how traffic and infrastructure demands will be managed.
World Baseball Classic Takes Over Miami
Miami is also in the global spotlight as the 2026 World Baseball Classic continues pool play in South Florida. LoanDepot Park is hosting international matchups through mid-March, with later rounds set to return to the city.
The tournament, running through March 17, is expected to boost tourism and hospitality businesses across Miami-Dade. Hotels, restaurants and local vendors are already seeing an uptick as fans from around the world gather for the games.
Trooper-Involved Shooting on Dolphin Expressway
In public safety news, authorities are investigating a weekend shooting on the Dolphin Expressway in northwest Miami-Dade. A Florida Highway Patrol trooper shot a woman early Saturday after officials said she attacked him with a knife during an encounter on the highway.
The woman was transported for medical treatment. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is reviewing the incident, which temporarily disrupted traffic in the area.
Festival Season Ramps Up
Looking ahead, Miami’s busy March event season continues to build. The Miami Open begins March 17 at Hard Rock Stadium, and Ultra Music Festival returns to Bayfront Park March 27–29. City officials are coordinating traffic, transit and security plans as crowds are expected to swell later this month.
With development decisions, international sports and large-scale events converging, Miami heads deeper into March with momentum on multiple fronts.
Sources
https://buttondown.com/groundbreak_austin/archive/miami-development-updates-monday-march-09-2026/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2026_World_Baseball_Classic
https://www.local10.com/video/news/local/2026/03/08/local-10-news-6-am/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2026_Miami_Open
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ultra_Music_Festival