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Miami-Dade partners with U.S. to lure World’s Fair in 2035
By Miami Today
· June 24, 2026
· 3 min read
Miami has officially opened its wallet to lure the 2035 World’s Fair to south Miami-Dade County, with the U.S. as a partner and an assurance that nowhere else in the nation will compete for the billions in economic impact that a fair brings. Miami native Secretary of State Marco Rubio, tapped by Pre
Key takeaway Miami native Secretary of State Marco Rubio, tapped by President Trump to lure the fair, has assured county commission Chairman Anthony Rodriguez that the nation will use its expertise to win the bid for the global mega-event, Mr.
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Miami's bid to host the 2035 World's Fair could bring significant economic benefits to the area, with estimated impacts ranging from $15 billion to $40 billion. The potential for 50,000 to 100,000 construction jobs and 20,000 to 50,000 temporary jobs is substantial, and could have a lasting effect on the local economy. However, the costs of hosting the fair, including paying for the fair site and infrastructure, operating costs, and national pavilions, would also be borne by the county, and could run into billions of dollars. The fact that the U.S. has agreed not to support any other bids for the 2035 fair means that Miami has a unique opportunity to showcase itself on the global stage, and to attract visitors from across the world to its vibrant neighborhoods, such as Little Havana, Wynwood, and Miami Beach. The potential for long-term investment in the area's infrastructure, including transportation systems and public facilities, is also a significant consideration.
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Category: arts ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: Miami Today ·
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