Registered youth academies and national selections in age categories U10, U12, U14 and U16. Registration is handled by the official MICFootball organisation.

Is it free to attend as a spectator?

Yes — match access is free. The opening and closing galas may require a separate ticket.

What's the closest airport?

Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) — 15 minutes by car from Cap Cana.

Where should teams and families stay?

Inside Cap Cana for shortest commute, or in Bávaro / Uvero Alto for more all-inclusive options. Pre-book at least 8 weeks ahead.

What can families do between matches?

Cap Cana beaches (Juanillo, Api Beach), Scape Park, Saona Island day trips, buggy & ATV tours, catamaran cruises and private yacht charters from Cap Cana marina.

Punta Cana Events

MICFootball Punta Cana 2026

World-class youth football tournament at Cap Cana Sports City — June 24–29, 2026

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Overview

MICFootball Punta Cana 2026 brings hundreds of youth football academies and national selections to The Fields at Cap Cana Sports City from June 24 to 29, 2026. Born as a spin-off of the legendary MIC tournament held every Easter in Costa Brava, Spain, the Punta Cana edition has become the Caribbean's flagship youth football event — combining six days of high-level competition with the Dominican Republic's beaches, resorts and excursions. Teams from Europe, the Americas and the Caribbean compete in age categories from U10 to U16 on FIFA-grade pitches, scouted by clubs and federations from around the world.

When

June 24–29, 2026 — opening ceremony June 24 evening, group stage June 25–27, knockout rounds June 28–29, finals June 29 afternoon.

Where

The Fields, Cap Cana Sports City, Cap Cana, Punta Cana, Dominican Republic — a multi-pitch FIFA-standard complex inside the gated Cap Cana resort community, 15 minutes south of Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ).

What to expect

●300+ youth teams across U10, U12, U14 and U16 categories.
●International participation from Spain, USA, Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, Argentina, Canada, France, England, Germany, Italy and the Dominican Republic.
●FIFA-grade natural and hybrid pitches at Cap Cana Sports City.
●Opening ceremony, fair-play awards and closing gala.
●Family fan zones with food trucks, kids' activities and live DJs.
●Scouts from European and MLS academies in attendance.

Tips for visitors

✦Book hotels in Cap Cana, Bávaro or Uvero Alto at least 8 weeks in advance — the tournament fills the east coast.
✦Pre-book a private airport transfer from PUJ to your hotel — taxi queues spike during arrival waves.
✦Pack reef-safe sunscreen, light kit and a refillable bottle; June pitch temps hit 32 °C / 90 °F.
✦Plan one rest day mid-week for Saona Island or a buggy adventure — players love it.
✦Tickets to watch matches are free for spectators; bring ID for stadium access.