Miami Art Week 2025: Your Essential Guide to the Fairs, Exhibits, and Chaos

Context and Art Miami. Photo courtesy Art Miami

 

BY J. SCOTT ORR November 26, 2025

MIAMI BEACH – The art world makes its annual southern pilgrimage December 2-7, transforming Miami into a pop cosmopolis where billion-dollar gallery dealings and guerrilla street art occupy the same tropical latitude, where museum-quality installations share oxygen with 20-foot bubblegum-pink inflatables, where the carefully constructed hierarchies of the art world melt away faster than the most carefully applied sunscreen. 

This is Miami Art Week 2025: cultural summit, market barometer, and unrepentant bacchanal rolled into seven days of creative delirium. Art Basel Miami Beach still sets the gravitational center—281 galleries from 43 countries converging on the Miami Beach Convention Center. From there the story sprawls across the causeway into Wynwood's spray-painted alleys, onto the beach with Scope and UNTITLED, into hotel lobbies transformed into impromptu galleries, and through warehouse spaces where the line between opening reception and afterparty is blurred if not erased completely.

The economic indicators tell one story: high-net-worth individuals (as the wealthy elite are now called) spend an average of $439,000 annually on art, with women collectors outpacing men by 46%. Digital art has surged to third place in collector spending. Gen Z allocates 26% of their wealth to art. The Art Basel and UBS Global Collecting Survey confirms what Miami proves every December—the market adapts, diversifies, and keeps moving, even through trade fragmentation and economic uncertainty.

The event opens just a week after record breaking auctions at Christie’s, Sotheby’s and Philips in New York, with more than $1.5 billion in art changing hands including a $236 million Gistav Klimt, a record for a piece of modern art, and a $55 million Frida Kahlo that broke the record for a work by a woman artist at auction.

But the week's actual texture is far more complex and inclusive than spending trends might suggest. You’ve got collectors in designer linen swilling champagne and negotiating seven-figure deals between Tiësto sets at LIV. Aerosol artists battling at the Museum of Graffiti while Modelo flows and TATS Cru talks business. Black Coffee commandeering the historic Downtown Courthouse for Space Basel. Street artists RETNA and El Mac reuniting after 12 years for their first collaborative mural at Wynwood Walls, where Jessica Goldman Srebnick's "ONLY HUMAN" exhibition asks what remains uniquely human in the age of AI. 

Over a dozen major fairs anchor the fine art proceedings—SCOPE celebrating its 24th edition, NADA at Ice Palace Studios championing young galleries, UNTITLED bringing 100+ galleries from 29 countries to the sand, Pinta spotlighting Latin American art—each offering distinct entry points into the sprawling global art ecosystem. But the week belongs equally to the off-program insurgents: emerging artists staging pop-ups, DJs transforming Factory Town into fractal chaos until sunrise, David LaChapelle unveiling nine world premieres at VISU Contemporary, Philippe Katerine's inflatable "Mr. Pink" hovering over Lincoln Road.

The boundaries dissolve here. Between collectors arriving by helicopter and muralists by U-Haul. Between champagne-soaked Basel vernissages and Wynwood's raw creative energy. Between what the art market anoints and what actually matters. For seven days, Miami becomes the proving ground where reputations are minted, careers launched, and the very definition of contemporary art is contested. It’s exhausting, essential, and utterly without precedent in its ability to compress the entire contemporary art world into a single space and time.

Here’s what’s happening:

FAIRS

Art Basel Miami Beach. Photo courtesy Art Basel

Art Basel Miami Beach

Art Basel Miami Beach remains the 800-pound gorilla, occupying the Miami Beach Convention Center December 3-7. Private viewings begin Wednesday morning, with public admission starting Friday. Over the years, Basel has evolved from scrappy upstart to institutional behemoth—love it or hate it, you can't ignore it. This year's edition continues the fair's tradition of blue-chip galleries presenting museum-quality works to collectors who are known to arrive by helicopter.

Dates: December 5-7; VIP previews December 3-4 (by invitation only)

Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach

Website: artbasel.com/miami-beach 

 

Art Miami

Art Miami celebrates its legacy as Miami’s original and longest-running contemporary and modern art fair, offering works from both established and emerging artists.

Dates: December 2-7; VIP preview December 2 (by invitation only)

Location: One Herald Plaza (NE 14th Street & Biscayne Bay), Miami

Website: artmiami.com

 

CONTEXT Art Miami

CONTEXT Art Miami is dedicated to the development and reinforcement of emerging and mid-career artists.

Dates: December 2-7, VIP preview December 2 (by invitation only)

Location:  One Herald Plaza, NE 14th Street & Biscayne Bay, Miami

Website: contextartmiami.com

 

Design Miami 

Celebrating its 20th year, Design Miami is the global forum for collectible design, bringing together galleries, collectors, and design enthusiasts.

Dates: December 3-7, VIP preview December 2 (by invitation only)

Location: Convention Center Drive & 19th Street, Miami Beach

Website: designmiami.com

 

Untitled Art

Guided by a mission to support the wider art ecosystem, Untitled Art offers an inclusive platform for discovering contemporary art that prioritizes collaboration within each aspect of the fair. Over 100 galleries from 29 countries make this one of the more internationally diverse offerings. This year's Nest sector, guest-curated by Jonny Tanna with Harlesden High Street, expands to 36 exhibitors, focusing on POC-run spaces and emerging talent. 

Dates: December 3-7, VIP preview December 2 (by invitation only)

Location: Ocean Drive & 12th Street (on the beach), Miami Beach

Website: untitledartfairs.com

 

SCOPE on the beach in Miami Beach. Photo courtesy SCOPE

SCOPE Miami Beach 

In its 24th year, SCOPE features over 90 galleries from 18+ countries, including newcomers from Tehran, Chania, and Livingston, Montana. The New Contemporary platform continues its focus on large-scale installations and interdisciplinary programming. Director Hayley River Smith describes it as "more than an art fair; rather, it's a living ecosystem where discovery and dialogue take center stage." 

Dates: December 3-7, VIP preview December 2 (by invitation only)

Location: 801 Ocean Drive (between 8th & 10th Street), Miami Beach

Website: scope-art.com

 

NADA Miami (New Art Dealers Alliance) 

The New Art Dealers Alliance is the definitive non-profit organization dedicated to the cultivation, support, and advancement of new voices in contemporary art. The show features young galleries, younger artists, and the people who believe in them before anyone else does.

Dates: December 2-6, VIP preview December 2 (by invitation only)

Location: Ice Palace Studios, 1400 North Miami Avenue, Miami 

Website: newartdealers.org

 

Aqua Art Miami 

Aqua Art Miami transforms the Aqua Hotel into a temporary gallery space featuring a roster of well-respected international galleries showcasing fresh artists' works in intimate exhibition rooms that open into the beautiful courtyard of this classic South Beach hotel.

Dates: December 3-7, VIP preview December 3 (by invitation only)

Location: The Aqua Hotel, 1530 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach

Website: aquaartmiami.com

Aqua Art Miami. Photo courtesy Aqua

Red Dot Miami and Spectrum Miami 

Sister fairs Red Dot Miami and Spectrum Miami feature highly collectible works from across the U.S. and around the world. The Discoveries Collection showcases pieces under $5,000.

Dates: December 3-7, VIP preview December 3, 6-9 pm (by invitation only)

Location: Mana Wynwood, 2217 NW 5th Avenue, Miami 

Website: redwoodartgroup.com

 

Pinta Miami 

The only fair specializing in Latin American art during Miami Art Week, Pinta Miami focuses on positioning Ibero and Latin American art in its most diverse expressions.

Dates: December 4-7

Location: The Hangar in Coconut Grove (3385 Pan American Drive), Miami

Website: pinta.art

 

INK Miami Art Fair

Set in a lush open-air courtyard, INK is the premier fair for works on paper, attracting a dedicated audience of museum curators and serious collectors.

Dates: December 3-7

Location: Suites of Dorchester, 1850 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach

Website: inkartfair.com

 

Satellite Art Fair 

Dates: December 4-7

Location: Geneva Hotel, 1520 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach

Website: satellite-show

 

AfriKin Art Fair 

A cross-disciplinary exhibition celebrating contemporary African art and culture.

Dates: All week

Location: Scott Galvin Community Center, 1600 NE 126th Street, North Miami

Website: afrikin.org

 

photoMIAMI and Arte NXT Pop-Up Show 

photoMIAMI is the only photography-focused fair during the week.

Dates: December 5-7, VIP preview December 4

Location: The Miami Art Week Gallery, 2300 N. Miami Avenue, Wynwood), Miami

 

STREET ART

The sun sets over the Wynwood neighborhood of Miami. Photo courtesy Wynwood Walls

 

Wynwood Walls Museum: ONLY HUMAN

Dates: All week

Location: 2516 NW 2nd Avenue, Wynwood, Miami Website: thewynwoodwalls.com

At the forefront of contemporary urban art, Wynwood Walls Museum stands as the world's premier outdoor street art destination—a vibrant epicenter for creative expression and cultural dialogue. Curated by Jessica Goldman Srebnick, the iconic museum continues to elevate and redefine the street art genre with an evolving collection of murals and sculptures by more than 120 artists representing over 25 countries.

ONLY HUMAN explores what remains uniquely human in an age experiencing rapid technological growth, celebrating lived experiences, global perspectives, and the boundless imagination that connects us all. The exhibition debuts murals and productions by renowned artists Cryptik, Joe Iurato, Miss Birdy, Persue, SETH, and Risk. One highlight: for the first time in 12 years, Los Angeles-based street art legends RETNA and El Mac reunite to debut a joint mural as well as collaborative canvases. The theme extends into the Goldman Global Arts Gallery, showcasing new works from acclaimed artists Hebru Brantley, Simon Berger, Martin Watson, and Sandra Chevrier.

 

Daily Programming Schedule

Friday, November 28, 12 pm Retail Activation – Open to the Public, a special retail experience featuring exclusive product drops and artist-designed merchandise. Joe Iurato, Persue, and Quake will be in attendance for an artist meet-and-greet and signing.

 

Saturday, November 29

Street Sessions – Open To The Public

Watch-and-learn “Street Sessions,” featuring instruction from the new class of Wynwood Walls artists. 

11 am: Quake

12 pm: Joe Iurato

1 pm: Persue

2 pm: Miss Birdy

3 pm: El Mac x RETNA

 

Sunday, November 30

Painting With the Artists 

11 am: Quake – Graffiti Tagging Session

12 pm: Joe Iurato – Narrative Stencil Session

1 pm: Persue – Neo/Graffiti Session

2 pm: Miss Birdy – Figurative/Fantasy Session

3 pm: Risk  – Abstract Session

 

Museum of Graffiti 

Dates: All week 

Location: 276 NW 26th Street, Wynwood, Miami

Website: museumofgraffiti.com

 

The world’s first museum dedicated to graffiti celebrates its 6th anniversary with two major exhibitions opening December 3rd. Origins traces graffiti's evolution from 1970s New York streets to legitimate art form, featuring rare original paintings by United Graffiti Artists (UGA) members PHASE2, FLINT 707, SNAKE 1, and COCO144 that haven't been seen since their 1973 debut. El Tiguere is a solo exhibition by JonOne (John Andrew Perello), who graduated from Harlem train yards to Parisian galleries, including a live painting performance in the museum’s new working studio. Pixação: Acts of Rebellion will include the works of Cripta Djan, Eneri, and LIXOMANIA!.zé, highlighting their distinct styles from different generations within the same sub-genre.

 

Daily Programming Schedule

 

Wednesday, December 3

11 am: First 100 guests to enter through Art of Hip Hop receive a special gift from Zig-Zag

12 pm: JonOne special performance, Rust-O Battle: KSRA v SUCH

1 pm: Modelo Drop of the Day with Shawn & Quake, Bun B's free Trill Burgers in partnership with Monster Energy

3 pm: Truist presents a Talk on the Business of Graffiti with TATS Cru

4 pm: Live recording of the award-winning podcast Drink Champs

 

Thursday, December 4

11 am: "Breakfast in Brazil" Blackbook session with the world's top Pixadors Cripta Djan, Eneri, and LIXOMANIA!.ze. Live screen printing by Dadewear. FREE Rust-O blackbooks!

12 pm: Rust-O Battle: Lala vs. Dodo

1 pm: Modelo Drop of the Day featuring JonOne's exclusive Rust-O Art Week Spray Can

2 pm: Shark Art with Daymond John and Superfriends

4 pm: Art Talk with JonOne

 

Friday, December 5

11 am: DJ Set by Sounds of Reality

12 pm: Rust-O Battle: IBER vs. FEMUR

1 pm: Modelo Drop of the Day of Doze Green's first book

3 pm: ALL CAPS Live Open Call to artists seeking round-trip flights, accommodations, and fees to paint at the premier mural festival of The Netherlands

 

Saturday, December 6

11 am-2 pm: Museum of Graffiti Book Fair featuring Blade, Kurt Boone, Shiro, Doze Green, Grey, Mint and Serf

 

The Arlo Hotel Wynwood Photo courtesy Arlo Wynwood.

Arlo Wynwood

Dates: All Week

Location: 217 NW Miami Court, Wynwood, Miami

 

Arlo Wynwood has scheduled a week of events around art, wellness and community, showcasing works by multidisciplinary artist François Piacente, digital illustrator Reyna Noriega, pop artist Greg Mike and more alongside an immersive Art Access takeover and more than 250 works displayed throughout the hotel.

 

Daily Programming Schedule

 

Thursday, December 4 

7 pm: The Mindful Mixer Storytelling, thought-provoking discussions, and hands-on workshops blending art, live music, and cozy networking vibes.

 

Friday, December 5

 3-11 pm: Jesse Perez Presents: Have A Nice Day Nine hours of continuous daytime house music from world-renowned DJs curated by Mr Nice Guy Records.

 

Saturday, December 6

ART ACCESS by Twenty6North Productions, Revel Art and Sirak Studios

8-9 am: Art Run Club x MAD POP 8 a.m. to noon - Reset Social: Yoga & Wellness Circuit 

9 am-noon: Coffee & Beats with Greg Mike x MAD POP

1-6 pm: Women's Empowerment Art Show 

1-6 pm: Custom Nail Art 1 p.m. & 3 p.m. Paint & Sip 

2-4 pm: PRAZZLE Arts Panel: Women in Art, Women in the World 

4 pm: FAME ICON Magazine Unveiling All Day: T-Shirt Screen Printing

5-11:30 pm: ART ACCESS Arlo After Dark ft. BMDP & Flagrant Drvms

 

Sunday, December 7

3-11 pm: Sunset celebration of Africa's global influence on music featuring live Amapiano and Afrobeats by AYA & Friends. 

 

PUBLIC ART AND ACTIVATIONS

 

VISU Contemporary 

Presents Vanishing Act, a landmark exhibition by David LaChapelle featuring over 30 photographs including nine world premieres (Nov 29-Jan 31, 2026). The show includes the debut of "Will the World End in Fire, Will the World End in Ice" (2025) and new additions to his "Negative Currency" series.

Dates: December 5, 6-9 pm (free)
Location: 2160 Park Avenue, Miami Beach

 

Miami Design District 

Programming includes Katie Stout's Gargantua's Thumb (the 10th annual Design Commission), Walking On Air (2025-2026 rehang of the Craig Robins Collection's 1,700+ works), and The Prelude curated by Rashid Johnson, featuring works from the Berkowitz Contemporary Foundation.

 

Cartier opens Panthére Into the Wild, an immersive exhibition following the Maison's panther emblem through its legacy.

 

Lincoln Road features 14 monumental installations including Philippe Katerine's "Mr. Pink Takes Flight" (five bubblegum-pink inflatables, 12-20 feet tall), Oscar Esteban Martinez's "La Herencia Viva" (winning sculpture from Lincoln Road BID's inaugural Call to Artists program), Rubem Robierb's interactive "Dream Machine" and "Empower Flower," and new large-scale bronzes by Gillie and Marc.

 

LVMH The Studio Miami, a fifth-year pop-up gallery featuring Cruise Bogle, Glenneisha Darkins, Kieche Francis, Cem Hasimi, Canal Cheong Jagerroos, William Kennedy, Clarence Ruth, Dr. Mimi Adu-Serwaah, David Schwartz, Oscar Ukonu, and Tom Waugh. Panel discussions, pro-bono legal clinic for creatives, and BMI closing reception.

Dates: December 3-7
Location: Miami Design District

 

Prune Nourry: "Reflection"

Major French artist's first permanent US installation. Massive sculpture surrounded by Raymond Jungles landscaping, commissioned by Witkoff's ultra-luxury development. Collectors include Angelina Jolie and Jennifer Lawrence.

Dates: All week

Location: Ocean Terrace Park, Miami Beach

 

KEF!: Morris Lapidus Tribute Installation

New installation honoring the Art Deco architect who designed the Fontainebleau and Lincoln Road. Partnership with Morris Lapidus Foundation and Sobe Sky Development fulfills Lapidus's unfinished vision for Lincoln Road's East End.

Dates: All week

Location: Preview at BitBasel/Sagamore Hotel; 1671 Collins Ave, Miami Beach

 

Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami

MOCA's Miami Art Week Reception celebrates their fall exhibitions: Hiba Schahbaz: The Garden, a showcase of 15 years of lush, multi-substrate paintings inspired by Sufi mysticism, global myths, the feminist gaze, and fantastical worlds of sea, land, and sky; Diana Eusebio: Field of Dreams, the artist’s first museum show that recreates home and draws on natural dyes, family stories, and indigenous plants to bridge personal history, cultural memory, and the global legacy of tradition and trade; and Magnus Sodamin: Gateway (between the sun and moon), as part of MOCA's Art on The Plaza series, a site-specific installation part of an ongoing series by the artist titled Reflections of Florida Wild.

Date: All week

Location: Joan Lehman Building, 770 NE 125 Street, Miami

Website: www.mocanomi.org

 

Borderline at The Goodtime Hotel

Collaborative exhibition featuring 11 South Florida artists exploring painting, photography, sculpture, and ceramics. Presented by The Goodtime Hotel with Queue Gallery, Supermarket Gallery, and Miami Art Society. Live music, entertainment, passed bites, and complimentary drinks.

Date: All week 

Location: 601 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach

 

Christo and Jeanne-Claude Exhibition 

38 limited-edition works by Christo and Jeanne-Claude—many photographed by Wolfgang Volz. Curated by owner Lesley Goldwasser.

Date: All week

Location: The Betsy Gallery, 1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach

 

WHERE TO PARTY

 

Factory Town nightclub. Photo courtesy Factory Town

Factory Basel 2025

Five days, five stages, music until sunrise. Tiësto, Solomun, Richie Hawtin, Skepta, Cloonee, Circoloco, and more curate their own immersive worlds across the venue. Wednesday features Tiësto's first-ever back-to-back set with Kettama. Friday brings Solomun Presents Diynamic full-venue takeover. Saturday sees Circoloco's iconic Ibiza brand take command. Sunday closes with elrow’s vibrant carnival chaos along with SACRO by Mëstiza, Mason Collective presenting Muson, and Revival’s beats.

Dates: December 3-7 

Location: Factory Town, 4800 NW 37th Avenue, Miami

 

E11EVEN Miami Art Week

Miami's famed 24/7 ultraclub returns with its signature Art of Nightlife programming featuring Ty Dolla $ign (December 3), 50 Cent (December 4, E11EVEN Golf Classic After Party), Diplo (December 5), Marshmello (December 6), and CamelPhat (December 7). Known for theatrical production, top-tier talent, and celebrity sightings including Usher, Drake, Nicki Minaj, and more. 

Dates: December 3-7 

Location: 29 NE 11th Street, Miami

 

LIV Miami Basel Week

Four-night lineup where art and music collide. TBA special guest (December 3), Tiësto (December 4), Black Coffee (December 5), John Summit (December 6). 

Dates: December 3-6 

Location: LIV Miami, 4441 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach

LIV Miami. Photo courtesy Liv Miami

unKommon Art Week

Three nights of world-class music and immersive culture. Thursday features Hugel and special guests (5 pm-3 am), Friday brings Tiësto and Joezi (8 pm-3 am), Saturday closes with Rampa. 

Dates: December 4-6 

Location: Little River Studios, 300 NE 71st Street, Miami

 

NYLON House Presented by e.l.f. Cosmetics

Invitation-only celebration returns to Miami Beach dedicated to art, sound, and culture. Known for attracting stylish celebrity guests including Hailey Bieber, Camila Cabello, Alix Earle, Janelle Monáe, and more. Past editions featured live performances by Ludacris and DJ sets by Hugel and Rampa. 

Date: December 5 

Location: Miami Beach (specific venue TBA)

 

RESISTANCE Miami Art Week Season 3 culminates during Art Week with The Martinez Brothers. Underground techno gets louder. 

Date: December 6 

Location: M2 Miami, 1235 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach

 

Selva Brickell

Brickell's newest nightlife destination makes a bold Art Basel debut with a four-day DJ series featuring Grossomodo, Josh Baker, Obskur & Omar+, and Nic Fanciulli. Sleek, modern backdrop for late-night revelry with VIP tables available and a no-general-admission policy. 

Dates: December 4-7 

Location: Selva, 800 Brickell Avenue, directly above Amazónico Miami.

 

Ocean Drive's Art of the Party

One of the week's most exciting music-driven gatherings headlined by dynamic electronic duo Sofi Tukker at Harbour Club. Blends Miami's iconic nightlife energy with cutting-edge sound and stylish ambiance. 

Date: December 2 

Location: Harbour Club, Miami

 

EVERYTHING ELSE

 

Tribeca Festival at Art Basel Miami

Fourth annual showcase presented by Google Gemini. Friday brings Latin Grammy-nominated Monsieur Periné, Saturday features instrumental duo Hermanos Gutiérrez. Includes Google Gemini Photobooth and exclusive Tribeca/ESPN sneak preview of Latino sports films (by invitation).

Dates: December 5-6, 2025
Location: Miami Beach Bandshell, 7275 Collins Ave, Miami Beach
Website: tribecafilm.com/miami

 

Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM)

PAMM celebrates Miami Art Week with Art Bashment, a high-energy celebration infused with the sounds and spirit of the Caribbean. The evening begins with an opening set by Silent Addy, setting the tone for a night of rhythm and revelry. Expect a reggae all-star line-up curated by Rohan Marley and legendary band Inner Circle, along with a live band and some unforgettable performances by special guests Ky-mani Marley, Zion Marley, and many more soon to be announced. Dance under the stars or explore PAMM’s galleries including its newest exhibition, Woody De Othello: coming forth by day

Date: December 4, 8-11:00 pm

Location: 1103 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami

Website: www.pamm.org

 

Lavazza Calendar Experience

A photo exhibition of street-style images by Alex Webb from the 2026 Lavazza Calendar, with interactive recreations of iconic shots, and a coffee bar.
Dates: December 4-6
Location: Luxury Living, 50 NE 39th St., Miami Design District
Francesca Lavazza, and Alex Webb join Vincenzo de Bellis of Art Basel for a conversation about art, photography, and the brand’s creative legacy. Conversation followed by an aperitif.

Date: December 3
Location: Art Basel Auditorium

 

Everyday People Miami—Art Week Edition

High-energy dance floor takeover with DJ mOma, DJ Puffy, Silent Addy, Sounds of Reality, Jumbee, DJ Judy, and Milhouse. Connection, culture, and pure joy.

Date: December 6, 8 pm
Location: Wynwood Marketplace, 2250 NW 2nd Avenue, Miami

 

Perfume-Making with Tijon at The Gates Hotel South Beach

Interactive 30-minute fragrance lab where guests craft personalized 55ml bottled perfumes and receive exclusive gifts from Tijon's Miami Collection. Book online or at hotel concierge.

Dates: Every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, 11 am-6 pm (free)
Location: 2360 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach

 

Paws and Palettes at Hotel Continental

Artist Danny O'Connor "re-paw-duces" pet photos poolside. Bring your pet pics, enjoy bites and cocktails from Divebar.

Date: December 2, 10 am-2 pm and 4-9 pm (free)
Location: 4000 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach

 

Driven by Art: Live Car Sculpture by Hira Majeed at Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club

Multidisciplinary artist Hira Majeed live paints "Serenity," a life-size Cadillac F1 car sculpture on the hotel's front porch. Crafted from clay and resin, bridging motorsport, design, and contemporary art.

Date: December 2 at noon (free)
Location: 3925 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach

 

An Afternoon of Art at Hotel Continental

Danny O'Connor paints live by the pool, reimagining scenes from "The Summer of 1948." Poolside refreshments from Divebar.

Date: December 3, 1-5 pm (free)
Location: 4000 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach

 

ByHaze Sound Healing & Film Experience at The Gates Hotel South Beach

Collaboration with NFTCLT and Vibes After Dark. Multisensory mix of sound healing, art, and film inspired by ByHaze's upcoming Clovis Lane album.

Dates: December 5 and December 7, 7:30-10 pm (free)
Location: 2360 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach

 

NADJEA Pop-Up Shop at The Gates Hotel South Beach

Poolside pop-up featuring resort wear, art, and beauty collections from Miami designers and makers.

Dates: December 5-6, 11 am-5 pm (free, 21+)
Location: 2360 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach

 

Beauty & Wellness Day at The Gates Hotel South Beach

Guided yoga, meditation, sound bowl sessions, live music, wellness activations, and exclusive offers for local educators.

Date: December 6, 11 am-5 pm ($15)
Location: 2360 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach

EDEN at The Gates Hotel South Beach

Immersive celebration blending art, music, and connection. Artists and Collectors Brunch featuring works by Tuan Jones and Detroit-based Bandy Lee. Collaboration with HOMME & Palette.

Date: December 7, noon-7 pm (free)
Location: 2360 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach

 

Art Café with Ocisly Ceramics at SoFi Coffee

Intimate art café experience in South of Fifth where up to 12 guests sculpt, paint, or collage. Tickets at ocislyceramics.com

Date: Every Sunday, noon-2:30 pm ($35)
Location: 344 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach

 

Delilah Miami Surprise Celebrity Performances

Elegant modern supper club channeling the Roaring '20s unveils surprise celebrity performances throughout the week, concluding with Sunday Jazz Night—a Miami tradition inspired by its iconic LA counterpart.

Dates: All week

Location: 301 Brickell Key Drive, Brickell, Miami 

 

ART ACCESS at Arlo Wynwood

All-day immersive takeover transforming the boutique art hotel into a vibrant fusion of creativity, sound, and design. Curated with Twenty6North Productions, Revel Art, and Sirak Studios. Unfolds from ground-floor restaurant to rooftop lounge.

Date: December 6 (free)
Location: 2217 NW Miami Court, Wynwood, Miami

 

Live Jazz at The Betsy Hotel

The Betsy Hotel runs its jazz series at The Piano Bar throughout the week,. All performances free and open to public.

Date: December 1-7
Location: 1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach

 

Ungated Connections

Bitcoin collector community night.

Date: December 3, 5-9 pm
Location: The Gates Hotel South Beach, 2360 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach

 

Art Deco Fashion Show featuring NADJEA Swimwear

Date: December 5, 1-5 pm
Location: The Gates Hotel South Beach, 2360 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach

 

Casa Neos MM Beach Club x Shellona St. Tropez

Exclusive collaboration marking Shellona St. Tropez's first-ever U.S. appearance. Friday features Adriatique alongside Shellona's artistic director John Bellone; Saturday brings PAWSA; Sunday closes with Marco Carola. French Riviera sophistication meets Miami's "Sunset Rituals."
Dates: December 5-7

Location: 40 SW North River Drive, Miami

 

Mila Miami x Philippe Carteau
Visionary artist and designer Philippe Carteau (Philip Karto) presents reimagined luxury handbags merging high fashion with bold artistic expression throughout MILA Miami's second and third floors, debuting a limited-edition MILA Miami collection.
Dates: During Art Basel
Location: 800 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach

 

Mila Miami Art Week DJ Lineup
Exceptional DJ lineup at MILA Lounge featuring Miguelle & Tons (12/2), ANOTR (12/3), Dixon (12/4), Desiree (12/5), Valeron (12/6), and Kimonos (12/7).
Dates: December 2-7

Location: MILA Lounge, 800 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach

 

Claudie Art Week Programming
Riviera Dining Group concept partners with Bartoux Gallery to showcase Anna Master's works in the Main Dining Room and Frédéric Pinet's photography in Private Dining Room. Exclusive cocktail reception December 1st for MM Members. Signature cocktail inspired by Master's art.
Dates: During Miami Art Week
Location: 1101 Brickell Avenue, S-113, Miami

 

PRACTICAL INTEL

 

Most fairs follow similar patterns: VIP/press previews on opening days, then public hours running roughly 11 am-7 pm (or later) through the week, closing earlier on Sunday. Budget for tickets, comfortable shoes, sunscreen, and the psychological fortitude to witness extreme wealth distribution in real time.