Miami HEAT · Special game-night event
For one November night, the Miami HEAT are trading their usual look for Vice City. Here’s what’s confirmed about the GTA VI crossover at Kaseya Center, and what fans still need to wait for.
A Night in Vice City: Date, Time and Tickets
- Event
- A Night in Vice City
- Game
- Miami HEAT vs. Milwaukee Bucks
- Date
- Tip-off
- 7:00 p.m. Eastern
- Venue
- Kaseya Center, 601 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL 33132
- TV
- ESPN nationally; Local 10 in South Florida
- Tickets & updates
- Official HEAT Vice City event page
What Makes This HEAT Game Different?
This is an actual NBA regular-season game, not a separate gaming convention. But the HEAT and Rockstar Games are giving the November 18 matchup a makeover inspired by Vice City, the fictional Miami setting of Grand Theft Auto VI.
The team has confirmed three major pieces: a special court built for this one game, a completely reimagined uniform and unique game-night programming inside the arena. The partnership was announced October 2, after a large “Welcome to Vice City” sign lit up on Kaseya Center’s roof on October 1.
The timing is deliberate. The HEAT announced the event for the eve of the game’s planned November 19 release. Miami’s real waterfront arena will serve as the backdrop for a crossover between the city and its fictional video-game counterpart.
What’s Confirmed, and What’s Still a Surprise?
The one-night court and new uniform are confirmed, but the final designs and the full schedule of arena activations have not been detailed publicly. The team says it will share more information as the game approaches.
A Vice City collection from the HEAT’s Court Culture clothing line is already available through official HEAT Store channels. That’s separate from any possible game-night giveaways. No specific giveaway should be assumed unless the team announces one.
For updates, use the official Vice City event hub. It is the best place to check for the uniform reveal, new activities and ticket information.
Going to Kaseya Center? Know These Rules
- Have your mobile ticket ready. Kaseya Center uses mobile-only entry; screenshots and printouts are not accepted.
- Travel light. The venue generally permits only small bags no larger than 10 × 6 × 2 inches, with medical and infant-bag exceptions.
- Don’t count on garage space. The arena says its P2 garage has limited passes available on a first-come basis for individual games.
- Consider transit. Metrorail connects to Metromover at Government Center; the venue directs riders to the Park West stop for the walk to the arena.
- Check the latest details. Review the venue’s entry guide and directions and parking page before leaving.
The game is in downtown Miami, not at Hard Rock Stadium. If you’re driving, leave time for downtown traffic and the walk from your garage. For a broader look at the new basketball season, see our Miami HEAT home-opener preview.
Quick Questions About A Night in Vice City
When is A Night in Vice City? Wednesday, November 18, 2026, with tip-off scheduled for 7 p.m. Eastern.
Who are the HEAT playing? The Milwaukee Bucks.
Is this a GTA VI launch party or a basketball game? It’s a ticketed NBA game with a Vice City theme, special court, uniform and planned in-arena activations.
Will the game be on TV? Yes. The HEAT say ESPN will carry it nationally, with Local 10 airing it in South Florida.
Bottom line: November 18 is shaping up to be one of the HEAT’s most unusual home games of the season. The headline details are confirmed, but fans should check the official announcement for updates rather than relying on rumors about the uniforms or activities.
