Upcoming South Florida Events

Bronze sculptures by Gillie and Marc bring public art to Lincoln Road, including The Wild Couch Party and the Paparazzi Dog and Paparazzi Rabbit works. The open-air exhibition is on view through July 31, 2026.

A passport-style food trail turns Wynwood restaurants into country stops, pairing global tasting items with a neighborhood-wide celebration timed to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Presented by the Wynwood Chamber of Commerce, the event runs through July with participating restaurants, passport stamps and optional collectible tasting packages.

Forty-eight oversized soccer balls turn Miami Beach parks and public spaces into a citywide World Cup tribute, with a photo-friendly scavenger game and country-by-country installations on view through July 19.

The Betsy presents a short summer terrace series of light opera, Broadway selections, and musical favorites with Miami Music Festival soloists in an informal Ocean Drive setting.

A recurring Friday evening at Schnebly Redland's Winery & Brewery pairs tropical-fruit wines, dinner at The Redlander Restaurant and live DJ sets in the winery's garden setting. The series runs Fridays from June 26 through December 18, 2026.

A monthly full moon gathering at InterContinental Miami combines yoga, cacao, sound meditation, live performances, DJ music and local wellness vendors. Upcoming dates run from June through November.

Bal Harbour Village presents 12 Pentagons, an immersive public art installation by British multidisciplinary artist and football designer Jon-Paul Wheatley that treats the soccer ball as sculpture, craft and cultural object during Miami's global sports summer.

A month-long Taste the Gables dining experience at Fontana highlights seasonal Italian-inspired dishes in The Biltmore Hotel's historic Coral Gables courtyard.

A recurring Wednesday evening pasta-making class at Wynwood's PASTA, led by head chef Luis Jose and built around hands-on dough work, shaping, dinner, a welcome cocktail, appetizer and dessert.

Swarm presents an open-air World Cup watch party series at Wynwood Marketplace for the tournament's final rounds, with giant screens, food vendors, match-day drinks and a fan-focused atmosphere.

HistoryMiami Museum and the Ah-Tah-Thi-Ki Museum present an exhibition of Seminole art, history and living tradition, with work by more than 25 Seminole artists. The exhibition remains on view through August 2, 2026.

Photographs by Carlos Munoz examine migration, identity and belonging through everyday scenes rooted in Redland migrant communities. The HistoryMiami Museum exhibition is on view Thursdays through Sundays through August 2, 2026.

Dennis Watkins brings an intimate close-up magic and mind-reading engagement to the Arsht Center for a limited July run, with select VIP card-table sessions after the show.

Fruit & Spice Park leads weekend mango tasting tours during peak season, with naturalists guiding guests through cultivars, flavor profiles, and the park's tropical groves.

Artist Izia Lindsay explores Caribbean identity through layered mixed-media compositions at Barry University's Institute of Immigration Studies Gallery. Presented by Diaspora Vibes Cultural Arts Incubator, the exhibition is free and open to the public through August 14.

Puerto Rican bomba y plena meet Afro-Cuban, jazz and global rhythms in a free North Beach Social concert at the Miami Beach Bandshell, presented with Rhythm Foundation and Escala Sonora.

The Bass joins Miami Beach Culture Crawl with complimentary admission and the Masisi Summer Residency, part of the citywide third-Thursday evening of art and cultural programming.

Museum of Miami hosts an after-hours civic connection evening with Miami Freedom Project for Democracy and We Met in Miami, pairing a museum scavenger hunt, happy hour and facilitated small-group conversations.

Chromeo closes the Rhythm of the Cup series with an electro-funk concert at the Miami Beach Bandshell, presented by GMP Live and Dayglo.

The City of Miami Beach, The Rhythm Foundation and the FIFA World Cup 2026 Miami Host Committee host a public Bronze Final watch party at the Sand Bowl behind the Miami Beach Bandshell. Doors open at 3 p.m. and the match begins at 5 p.m.

Listeso String Quartet reimagines Santana's Latin rock catalog in a candlelit chamber music setting at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral.

<p>A body-positive evening of music, fashion and cultural expression brings confidence and self-expression to the Little Haiti Cultural Complex.</p> <p><strong>Curve Fest Miami</strong> returns on Saturday, July 18, presenting a festival-style experience centered on plus-size visibility and empowerment. The event blends Caribbean and hip-hop music with live DJ sets, dance performances and carnival-inspired fashion, creating a lively atmosphere rooted in culture and style.</p> <p>The program includes curated performances, interactive photo moments and glam stations, along with a marketplace featuring Black-owned and size-inclusive brands. Multiple ticket options are offered, including general admission and VIP experiences with added amenities such as lounge access, swag and exclusive merchandise.</p> <p>Hosted at the Little Haiti Cultural Complex, Curve Fest Miami positions itself as both a social gathering and a platform for body positivity, using music, fashion and community engagement to highlight confidence, representation and cultural pride.</p>

Miami Beach brings the FIFA World Cup Final to the Sand Bowl for a public seaside watch party behind the Miami Beach Bandshell. Doors open at 1 p.m. and the final kicks off at 3 p.m.

Pinecrest Gardens' long-running Sunday market brings local produce, flowers, prepared foods, artisan vendors and a morning community yoga class to one of South Miami's most established garden settings.

International Ballet Festival of Miami programming brings a summer intensive session to the Miami Hispanic Cultural Arts Center, adding a focused dance entry to the July calendar.

A Miami Takeover weekend program of comedy, live music and visual art at the Miami Beach Bandshell.

The 18th annual Miami Takeover brings Go-Go music, spoken word, visual art, nightlife and community programming to Miami Beach venues over a four-day summer weekend connecting Washington, DC culture with South Beach.

The opening event for Miami Takeover Weekend brings music, comedy, DJ sets and visual culture to the Miami Beach Bandshell for guests 21 and over.

Reggaeton and electronic music converge at ZeyZey Miami for an 18-and-over dance event rooted in Latinx club culture, immersive production and DJ-driven nightlife.

Museum of Miami resident historian Dr. Paul George leads a sunset boat tour through Biscayne Bay, with narration on Stiltsville, Cape Florida Lighthouse, Key Biscayne and the city skyline.

Miami Beach Classical Music Festival musicians close their July Ocean Drive appearances with an outdoor festival finale in Lummus Park as part of the Ocean Drive Promenade Music Series.

The International Ballet Festival of Miami returns for its 31st season with principal dancers, contemporary companies, workshops, films and gala performances across Miami and Miami Beach.

Music, food, dancing and social activations bring a summer festival atmosphere to The Urban in Historic Overtown. Dear Summer Festival MIAMI takes place Saturday, August 1, presented by The Silent Majority LLC. The Miami edition marks the festival's first stop in the city and the third stop on its tour, bringing together DJs, food, outdoor bars and brand-style activations in a 21-and-over setting.

A Wynwood Marketplace celebration of Jamaica's 64th year of independence brings live music, Caribbean cuisine and cultural activations to an open-air setting in the heart of Wynwood.

A large-scale vintage shopping market brings curated fashion, accessories, designer pieces and upcycled style to the Miami-Dade County Fair and Exposition across recurring summer and fall weekends, with Sip N Shop programming, DJs, vendors and free on-site parking.

The Arsht Center hosts a free day of performances, workshops, meditation and interactive arts experiences centered on creativity, wellness and community expression.

A monthly second-Saturday program at HistoryMiami Museum offers free admission, guided highlight tours, creative activities and family-focused programming tied to Miami history and culture.

A hands-on Fruit & Spice Park workshop teaches guests how to turn tropical garden fruit into homemade jams and jellies during a compact summer preservation class.

The Collins Quartet performs candlelit string arrangements of Hans Zimmer scores at the Scottish Rite Temple, with music from Inception, The Lion King, The Dark Knight, Interstellar, Gladiator, Dune and Pirates of the Caribbean.

Principal dancers from international ballet companies close the 31st International Ballet Festival of Miami with a gala performance and cultural awards presentation.

A Miami Beach nightlife institution marks a century of late nights, jukebox music and dive-bar history with a block party on 14th Street, presented by the Washington Avenue BID.

A culinary and cultural gathering in North Miami featuring African and Afro-diasporic tastings, music, dance, art installations, and the Jollof Cook-Off.

Locust Projects hosts multidisciplinary artist Tania Candiani for an Artist Talks program tracing her research based practice across installation, performance, sound, material history and earlier work shown in Miami.

Island flavors and rhythms take over Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden for a daylong cultural celebration with live performances, culinary demonstrations, tropical fruit seminars, dance lessons, family activities and a curated open air market.

FilmGate Miami presents a free RSVP showcase of music videos and short-form visual storytelling, spotlighting Florida creators at the Miami Beach Bandshell.

Bruno Mars brings The Romantic Tour to Hard Rock Stadium for two Miami dates, pairing stadium scale pop and R&B showmanship with special guests Anderson .Paak as DJ Pee Wee and Raye.

A three-day gathering at Faena Forum explores holistic wellness, biotechnology and health innovation through expert-led sessions and immersive experiences, with programming around regenerative medicine, biohacking, neuroscience and integrative healing.

Grammy-nominated and Dove Award-winning collective Bethel Music brings its 2026 tour to The Fillmore Miami Beach for an evening of contemporary worship and live performance.

III Points returns to Mana Wynwood for its 13th edition, taking over five city blocks with hip-hop, electronica, rock, house, techno, experimental music, and more.

A three-day Redland gathering brings orchid growers, collectors, American Orchid Society judging, plant sales and educational programming to Fruit & Spice Park.

South Florida's original short film festival returns for its 25th edition with curated screenings, filmmaker conversations, special events and independent cinema across Miami and Miami Beach venues.

A full day of international cuisine, live performances and cultural traditions brings together flavors from more than 18 countries at Miccosukee Casino & Resort.

Design Miami returns during Miami Art Week with a global forum for collectible design, presenting furniture, lighting, objects, jewelry and textiles from leading and emerging galleries. The 2026 edition is scheduled for December 1 through 6.

North America's flagship contemporary art fair returns to the Miami Beach Convention Center with leading international galleries, collectors, museum figures and the broader Miami Art Week ecosystem of satellite fairs, design events and cultural programming.

<p>A runway presentation explores contemporary African fashion through themes of renewal, craftsmanship and future-focused design.</p> <p><strong>African Fashion Week - REGENESIS: Crafting the Future</strong> takes place on Sunday, December 6 at the Scott Galvin Community Center in North Miami. Presented annually by AfriKin, the event is part of the organization’s broader cultural programming and offers a themed fashion showcase that shifts each year.</p> <p>The 2026 edition centers on <em>REGENESIS</em>, examining what follows resistance through fashion rooted in reconstruction, cultural continuity and creative authorship. Designers present collections that combine heritage techniques with modern silhouettes, Afrofuturist perspectives and sustainability-driven approaches, positioning African and diasporic fashion as a source of innovation rather than response.</p> <p>Hosted at Maison AfriKin within the Scott Galvin Community Center, the event brings together designers, artists and audiences for a curated runway experience that frames fashion as both cultural expression and forward-looking practice. Proceeds support AfriKin Foundation’s nonprofit initiatives focused on arts education, artist support and community development.</p>