Miami Homecoming 2022: Here’s what to know ahead of the Hurricanes’ big game

It might not seem possible, but Homecoming Weekend is just a few days away. The weekend of Nov. 4-6 will connect current University of Miami students with alumni on campus, as they celebrate the heritage of the university and cheer on the Hurricanes football team.

If you’re an alumnus planning to return to Miami for the first time in awhile, you probably have some questions about what campus life is like. We’re here to give you a guide to make the most out of your visit and make Homecoming 2022 a weekend you’ll never forget.

Who is Miami playing in the Homecoming game?

The Hurricanes football team will take on Florida State on Saturday, Nov. 5. Miami enters the weekend with a 4-4 record (2-2 in conference play), and is coming off a 14-12 four-overtime victory over Virginia on October. 29.

Florida State, meanwhile sports a 5-3 record (3-3 in conference play), and is fresh off a 41-16 victory over Georgia Tech last weekend.

The Hurricanes are coming off a season in which they finished 7-5 overall (5-3 conference play), but ended up withdrawing from the 2021 Sun Bowl due to COVID-19 issues.

The Hurricanes will clash with the Seminoles, who finished the 2021 season with a 5-7 overall record (4-4 conference play). But Florida State did get the better of Miami in last season’s matchup between the two schools, winning by a score of 31-28. Miami will be out for revenge over Homecoming weekend.

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How do I get tickets to Miami vs. Florida State?

Homecoming game tickets are currently sold out through the Hurricanes official website. But resale tickets can be found on websites such as StubHub and Vivid Seats, with prices starting at about $90.

Group and game suite tickets can also be purchased through the university for orders totaling more than 10 tickets. For more information, contact Kayla Blake at kayla.blake@miami.edu.

Where should I stay during Homecoming?

Well, it’s Miami, so you should have plenty of options. But we’ll help you narrow down your search.

The University of Miami’s Department of Travel Management has a collection of hotels that offer discounts. However, the discounts are only applicable to faculty, staff and students. So, if you’re a parent of a current student or staff member, you could be in luck here.

If you’re just looking for proximity to campus, Hotels.com has a list of options that are near Coral Gables. Take a look here.

Want to return to your alma mater in style? Travel + Leisure named Nobu Hotel Miami Beach one of its 100 Best Hotels in the World in 2022. The beachfront hotel includes “world-class amenities” such as “a beautiful 22,000-square-foot spa, three pools, a private marina, and luxurious penthouse-level villas.”

The Standard Spa, an adults-only Miami Beach hotel, was also recognized this year, but for a different list. Tripadvisor’s Top 25 Hotels in the U.S. included the waterfront location, calling it “a holistic hydrotherapy spa hotel with a minimalist design that provides a stylish yet intimate ambiance just blocks from the glitz of South Beach.” Read more about The Standard Spa here.

Another nearby accommodation option recently underwent a $50 million renovation. But the historic Mayfair House Hotel & Garden in Coconut Grove wasn’t renovated to fit in with the ever-changing neighborhood. Rather, its a nod to the area’s history, and it “pays tribute to everything that made the Grove special.” The renovations also include the MayFair Grill, which “features a wood oven on one side and an eight-food open fire grill on the other.” Read more about the Mayfair House Hotel & Garden here.

Read more of our coverage on South Florida hotels here.

What should I eat while I’m in Miami?

If you haven’t been back to Miami in awhile, you should check out something new in addition to your old haunts. Earlier in 2022, we asked Miami Herald readers what their favorite new restaurant was, and they responded with The Key Club. The upscale steak and seafood “clubstaurant” is perfect for a fancy night out, and the menu includes “dishes such as catch-of-the-day fish and steaks.” Read more about The Key Club (and other nominated restaurants) here.

Looking for a burger before or after Miami takes on Florida State during Homecoming weekend? You’re in luck, because Miami’s best burger (as voted on by readers) is right in Coral Gables. Clutch Burger’s menu boasts “13 different bugers, most featuring wagyu beef patties,” according to the restaurant’s online menu. Read more about Clutch Burger (and other nominees) here.

If sushi is more your thing, try and get a table at Naoe, which serves the best sushi in Florida according to one online outlet, and was the only restaurant in Miami to earn the Forbes Five-Star rating. Get your reservations early, as diners typically book their seats weeks in advance. Dinner costs $280 per person plus 20% gratuity and sales tax. Read more about Naoe here.

You can’t beat pizza, really. Whether you’re sitting down to eat or grabbing a slice on the go, it’s one of the most durable foods. And Miami has become a pizza town in the past few years. Take a look at four of our favorite pizza shops to grow out of the pandemic.

Want more dining recommendations? Take a look at guide on How to eat like a local in Miami.

Drinking in Miami? Here’s what to know

Oh, the places you’ll go when you’re thirsty in Miami. For the beer lovers out there, we’ve got an extensive list of breweries in the city to find your next favorite craft ale. If you’re willing to take a bit of a drive north, you can also check out Funky Buddha Brewery in Oakland Park, which one online outlet named the best brewery in Florida.

If you’re more of a wine drinker, you’re in luck. Esquire Magazine named the homey wine bear paradis books & bread one of the best bars in the United States earlier this year. The publication praised paradis ”for its affordability ... and its wine selection.”

Yelp also put together a list of 50 great spots to drink in Miami. At No. 1? An unassuming bar and bottle shop in Little Havana called Union Beer on Calle Ocho.