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Upcoming South Florida Events

A curated calendar of South Florida's premier cultural, culinary, music, and lifestyle experiences.

Upcoming South Florida Events

Curated calendar of South Florida's premier cultural, culinary, and lifestyle experiences
MAY16-Sep 27

Balloon Museum: POP AIR, Art Is Inflatable

Mana Wynwood Convention Center

Art & Culture

Balloon Museum brings POP AIR, Art Is Inflatable to Mana Wynwood with large-scale inflatable installations, immersive rooms and interactive contemporary art. The Miami run continues through September 27, 2026.

JUN26-Dec 18

Friday Date Night Under the Stars

Schnebly Redland's Winery & Brewery

Dining

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.

JUN30-Nov 24

Full Moon Yoga with Papa Guru

InterContinental Miami

Art & Culture

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.

JUL19-Dec 27

Pinecrest Gardens Farmers Market

Pinecrest Gardens

Dining

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.

JUL26-Nov 29

Progressive Art Brunch

Multiple galleries in Little Haiti and Little River

Art & Culture

Contemporary galleries across Little Haiti, Little River and the Performing Arts District open their doors for a self-guided afternoon of exhibitions and neighborhood exploration. The recurring program takes place Sundays, July 26, October 4 and November 29, allowing visitors to move among participating venues at their own pace.

AUG1-Sep 30

Miami Spice Restaurant Months

Participating restaurants across Greater Miami and Miami Beach

Dining

The 25th edition of Miami Spice brings specially priced three-course lunch, brunch and dinner menus to more than 300 participating restaurants, with Miami Spice Reserve experiences newly added for 2026.

AUG6-Oct 31

Bugtopia

Zoo Miami

Art & Culture

Giant animatronic insects bring a comic-book-style adventure to Zoo Miami with larger-than-life displays, photo stations and hands-on learning activities. The limited-time walk-through experience is included with zoo admission and runs through October 31.

AUG7-Nov 1

The Vintage Mart

Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition Inc.

Art & Culture

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.

AUG8-Dec 12

Free Family Fun Day

HistoryMiami Museum

Art & Culture

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.

AUG15-Dec 31

America250: Celebrating American Innovation

Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science

Art & Culture

A museum-wide poster exhibition at Frost Science highlights 250 American innovators, researchers and changemakers across marine science, human health, aeronautics, paleontology and astronomy, with an America250 Passport route through the museum.

AUG15-Mar 26

Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer

Scottish Rite Temple

Music

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.

AUG20-Apr 15

Lincoln Road Art Walk

Lincoln Road Shopping District

Art & Culture

Galleries, artist meet-and-greets and public sculpture turn Lincoln Road into a self-guided evening of art and cultural programming. The free event returns Thursday, August 20, and continues every third Thursday in conjunction with the City of Miami Beach Culture Crawl. Participating spaces include Oolite Arts, FIU Miami Beach Urban Studios, Avant Gallery, LUMAS, LIK Gallery, Romero Britto, KUSH Fine Art, Galleria Ca d Oro, IRIS Galerie and Alex Turco.

AUG21-Sep 25

El Jardin After Hours Loop x RumbaTours

El Jardin Inn Miami

Shopping

A weekly Friday vintage night market and guided RumbaTours city ride bring curated vendors, cocktails and Little Havana atmosphere to El Jardin Inn Miami through September 25, 2026.

AUG23-Jun 20

Women's Empowerment Market

the goodtime hotel

Shopping

Women-owned businesses, local makers and community activations gather every two weeks on Sunday at the goodtime hotel's Pink Palms setting, with fashion, jewelry, wellness, beauty, home decor, artisanal goods, a mirror affirmation activation, VIP swag bag option and food and beverage discounts.

AUG28-Dec 27

Pool Party at the goodtime hotel

Strawberry Moon

Music

A recurring Friday, Saturday and Sunday rooftop pool party at Strawberry Moon in the goodtime hotel, with DJs, swimming, drinks and upscale daytime energy for guests 21 and over.

AUG29-Oct 24

Twilight at Patch: Full Moon Forest Bath

Patch of Heaven Sanctuary

Art & Culture

Experience a guided forest bathing walk beneath the light of the full moon at Patch of Heaven Sanctuary. Held within a 124-year-old forest, this twilight gathering invites participants to step away from city noise and into a quiet, sensory-focused evening in nature. The series includes August 29, September 26, and October 24 sessions from 7:00 PM to 9:30 PM.

SEP3-27

International Hispanic Theater Festival of Miami

Multiple venues in Miami

Art & Culture

Teatro Avante marks the 40th International Hispanic Theater Festival of Miami with contemporary and classic Spanish-language productions from Latin America, Spain and the U.S. Hispanic community at venues including Westchester Cultural Arts Center, Koubek Center and Adrienne Arsht Center.

SEP3-Oct 4

South Florida Cultural Consortium

Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami

Art & Culture

A group exhibition at MOCA North Miami highlights contemporary artists from across South Florida, with works in ceramics, textiles, photography, film and installation. The exhibition is part of MOCA’s 30th anniversary programming and runs through October 4, 2026.

SEP6-Dec 27

Sunday Vintage Market on Flagler

100 & 200 Blocks of E. Flagler St.

Art & Culture

A weekly vintage market brings retro fashion, collectibles, handmade goods and independent vendors to Flagler Street every Sunday from noon to 6 p.m.

SEP9-Oct 13

Telling Overtown Stories, Saying Their Names

Miami International Airport

Art & Culture

Historic Overtown's people, landmarks and cultural legacy are presented through three interactive mural installations at Miami International Airport's Connecting Communities Wall. The exhibition uses visual art, oral histories and QR-enabled storytelling to connect travelers with Overtown history through October 13.

SEP12-Mar 13

Wynwood Art Walk

Various locations throughout Wynwood

Art & Culture

A monthly second-Saturday art walk across Wynwood galleries, museums, restaurants and creative spaces, with exhibitions, public art, shopping, dining and nightlife programming presented by the Wynwood Business Improvement District.

SEP14-Dec 31

Drag Shows at The Palace

Palace Bar & Restaurant

Dining

The Palace keeps Ocean Drive animated with daily drag programming, including dinner shows, midweek lunch performances and weekend brunch seatings. The recurring calendar runs through December 31 with showtimes varying by day.

SEP16-Nov 15

Harvest Festival

The Berry Farm

Festival

The Berry Farm's Harvest Festival brings pumpkin patches, a five-acre corn maze, hayrides, sunflower fields, seasonal food and countryside photo settings to Homestead. The annual fall program runs from September 16 through November 15, 2026, with extended evening hours on select October and November dates.

SEP16-Dec 30

InterContinental Miami Weekly Paws Patio

InterContinental Miami

Entertainment

InterContinental Miami's Weekly Paws Patio turns the hotel's Bayside Terrace into a free Wednesday social hour for dogs and their owners. Water bowls are available for pets, while adults can purchase drinks including Dirty Dog Martinis and Mutt Mules.

SEP18-Oct 19

La Mano Hispana

Milander Center for Arts & Entertainment

Art & Culture

The annual La Mano Hispana exhibition returns for Hispanic Heritage Month, bringing together visual art focused on tradition, identity and contemporary Hispanic life, with a free opening-night celebration.

SEP20-Nov 1

The Horrorland

Jungle Island

Art & Culture

Jungle Island becomes a sprawling Halloween scream park with haunted houses, scare zones, live circus-inspired entertainment, themed food and cocktails, music, games and photo settings on select nights through November 1.

SEP24-26

Ultimate Wellness Conference at Faena Forum

Faena Forum - Faena Miami Beach

Art & Culture

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.

SEP25-26

An Evening with Take 6: The Henry Mancini Institute Orchestra

UM Gusman Concert Hall

Music

Take 6 pairs gospel, jazz, R&B and pop harmony with the Henry Mancini Institute Orchestra for two Frost Music Live performances in Coral Gables.

SEP25

MOCAFEST

Museum of Contemporary Art, North Miami

Art & Culture

MOCA North Miami marks its 30th anniversary with interactive art activities, live performances, community wellness resources and programming that connects Teen Art Force participants and alumni.

SEP25-Nov 27

Viernes Culturales

Along 8th Street in Little Havana

Art & Culture

Little Havana's monthly Cultural Fridays bring live music, dance, neighborhood art, galleries, food and a free evening history walk to Calle Ocho on the last Friday of each month.

SEP26

Aespa

Kaseya Center

Music

K-pop group aespa brings its 2026-27 LIVE TOUR, SYNK: Complexity, to Kaseya Center on September 26, with a large-scale arena production built around the group’s futuristic pop and electronic performance language.

SEP26-Dec 26

Green Market on Flagler

200 Block on Flagler

Dining

A weekly outdoor market brings fresh food, plants, flowers, specialty products and small local vendors to the redesigned Flagler Street corridor every Saturday. The free, pet-friendly program is designed to support downtown walkability and activate the pedestrian street during the day.

SEP26-Nov 1

Sounds of Screams Amusement Park

Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition Inc.

Seasonal

Four haunted houses, roaming scare zones, carnival rides, a midway, music, food and drinks transform the Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition into a large-scale seasonal amusement park from September 26 through November 1.

SEP26-Oct 10

The Underline Market

The Underline

Dining

Fresh produce, prepared foods and artisan goods bring local vendors together beneath The Underline in Brickell every Saturday through October 10. The market pairs neighborhood shopping with easy Metrorail access, bicycle racks and nearby parking at Brickell City Centre and Mary Brickell Village.

SEP27

A. CHAL

ZeyZey Miami

Music

Alternative R&B, atmospheric hip-hop and Peruvian cumbia converge in the evolving sound of singer, songwriter and producer A.CHAL at ZeyZey in Little Haiti. The Peruvian-born artist performs Sunday, September 27, bringing a catalog shaped by his upbringing between Peru, Queens and Massachusetts alongside newer music that reconnects more directly with his cultural roots.

SEP27

Brews & Bites: The Ultimate Coffee & Chocolate Expo

2417 N Miami Ave

Dining

Luxury Events Atelier presents a festival-style tasting event focused on specialty coffee, craft chocolate and desserts, with exhibitor stations, live demonstrations and VIP pairings.

SEP27

Miami Beach Cancer Walk

Altos Del Mar Park

Health & Wellness

A North Beach fundraiser and community walk supports people affected by cancer, beginning at Altos Del Mar Park and following the beach and boardwalk area between 76th and 88th streets.

SEP27

Silvana Estrada

Miami Beach Bandshell

Music

Silvana Estrada's expressive vocals and Venezuelan cuatro bring Latin American folk, indie and jazz into an intimate open-air concert at the Miami Beach Bandshell. The performance takes place Sunday, September 27, presented by Rhythm Foundation and Escala Sonora as part of her Suaves Lluvias 2026 Tour.

SEP29-Oct 4

Buena Vista Social Club

Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County

Art & Culture

A stage production inspired by Cuba's Buena Vista Social Club opens the 2026 to 2027 Broadway in Miami season at the Arsht Center, blending live music, memory and theatrical storytelling in the Ziff Ballet Opera House.

OCT1-16

Celebrate ORGULLO

Various Locations throughout Greater Miami and Miami Beach

Art & Culture

Celebrate ORGULLO returns for its 16th edition on select dates from October 1 through 16, presenting art, music, food and community gatherings across Greater Miami and Miami Beach during Hispanic Heritage Month.

OCT3

Wild Fork Meat & Seafood Festival

Zoo Miami

Dining

Premium meats, seafood, wine, beer and Zoo Miami programming come together for an evening culinary festival with chef demonstrations, animal encounters, a Kids Zone and VIP tasting options.

OCT4

Country Club: Open-Air Festival

Wynwood Marketplace

Music

Country Club: Open-Air Festival brings contemporary country hits, line dancing, themed production, food trucks and bars to Wynwood Marketplace for a Sunday afternoon and evening program.

OCT9-12

GALA Film Festival

Various locations in Doral

Art & Culture

A pop-up film festival in Doral gathers independent filmmakers, digital creators and industry guests for screenings, filmmaker Q&As, panels, mixers, pitch sessions and awards from October 9 through 12, 2026.

OCT9-18

Oktoberfest Miami

German American Social Club

Dining

The German American Social Club's annual Oktoberfest Miami returns across two October weekends with imported German beer, traditional food, Bavarian music, dancing and family programming.

OCT10

Pumpkin Spice Artisan Market

Miami Ironside

Art & Culture

More than 45 local vendors gather at Miami Ironside for a seasonal indoor artisan market featuring handmade jewelry, ceramics, candles, skincare, clothing, art, home goods and baked items. The program also includes mini pumpkin painting, a fall wreath-making bar and seasonal drinks.

OCT10

Sabor Fest

Main Street, Miami Lakes

Dining

Hispanic music, food, art and traditions come together on Main Street in Miami Lakes for an outdoor community celebration presented by the Town of Miami Lakes. The evening highlights live entertainment, local vendors, handcrafted goods and work by Hispanic artists and makers.

OCT10

STAMPED x Jerk X Jollof: Miami Carnival Poolside

Arlo Wynwood

Music

STAMPED and Jerk x Jollof bring Miami Carnival energy to Arlo Wynwood’s rooftop pool deck with Afrobeats, Amapiano, dancehall, hip-hop and global rhythms.

OCT11

Bethel Music 2026 Tour

The Fillmore Miami Beach at The Jackie Gleason Theater

Music

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.

OCT11

Miami Carnival Parade and Concert

Miami-Dade County Fairgrounds

Music

Miami Carnival Parade and Concert closes the 2026 Miami Carnival celebration with masquerade bands, Caribbean music, island cuisine, cultural programming and live entertainment at Miami-Dade County Fairgrounds.

OCT11

WellNXT Miami at the Dolphins

Hard Rock Stadium

Health & Wellness

WellNXT Miami at the Dolphins pairs a wellness village with premium game-day seating as the Dolphins host the Bengals. The program includes fitness classes, recovery experiences, healthy food and beverage tastings, mental wellness programming, brand activations and expert-led conversations before kickoff.

OCT13-17

Miami Fashion Week

Various locations throughout Miami and Miami Beach

Art & Culture

Miami Fashion Week returns October 13 through 17 with runway shows, fashion presentations, designer popups, parties, panel discussions, workshops and luxury lifestyle programming across Greater Miami and Miami Beach.

OCT16-17

III Points Festival

Mana Wynwood

Music

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.

OCT16-18

Redland International Orchid Festival

Fruit & Spice Park

Art & Culture

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

OCT21-24

South Beach Seafood Festival

South Beach

Dining

South Beach Seafood Festival returns to Miami Beach with seated chef dinners, beachside tastings, culinary competitions, cocktails, live entertainment and chef-driven seafood programming across four days.

OCT24

Miami Got Sole

Mana Wynwood

Art & Culture

A large collector marketplace brings sneakers, trading cards, vintage clothing, streetwear and luxury goods to Mana Wynwood, with vendors, drops and special programming.

OCT30-Nov 1

Hocus Pocus

Factory Town

Music

Factory Town transforms for Halloween weekend as more than 100 electronic artists perform across five interconnected stages, with house, techno, drum and bass and international touring acts across three nights.

NOV6-8

Time to Drive Car & Watch Festival

Mana Wynwood Convention Center

Art & Culture

The inaugural Time to Drive Car & Watch Festival brings collectible cars, fine watches, panel conversations, live automotive art, hospitality and luxury exchange programming to Mana Wynwood, with an opening track day at The Concours Club.

NOV8

South Florida Seafood Festival

The Wynwood Marketplace

Dining

Seafood dishes from more than 15 pop-ups fill Wynwood Marketplace alongside live cooking demonstrations, cocktails and entertainment. The festival takes place Sunday, November 8, marking its 13th year and second edition at the Wynwood venue.

NOV10-12

Adobe MAX 2026

Miami Beach Convention Center

Art & Culture

Adobe MAX brings designers, photographers, illustrators, video creators and digital artists to Miami Beach for keynote programming, hands-on labs and sessions centered on creative tools, 3D workflows, generative AI and design practice.

NOV13-15

Miami Short Film Festival

Multiple venues in Miami and Miami Beach

Art & Culture

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.

NOV15

Festival del Platano

Juan Pablo Duarte Park

Dining

A community festival in Little Santo Domingo fills Juan Pablo Duarte Park with food, music and art centered on the many ways platanos shape culinary and cultural traditions, including local cooks, live bands, dance performances, art, small businesses and family programming.

NOV15-22

Miami Book Fair

Miami Dade College - Wolfson Campus

Art & Culture

The 43rd annual Miami Book Fair brings author conversations, multilingual programming, street fair browsing, live entertainment and family activities to Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus in Downtown Miami.

NOV15

Miami Food Festival

Miccosukee Casino & Resort

Dining

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

NOV30-Dec 6

AfriKin Art Fair

Scott Galvin Community Center

Art & Culture

AfriKin Art Fair returns during Miami Art Week with contemporary African and diasporic perspectives, curated exhibitions, installations, live performances and public dialogue at Maison AfriKin in North Miami.

DEC1-6

Art Miami

The Art Miami Pavilion

Art & Culture

Art Miami returns to its waterfront pavilion at 1 Herald Plaza during Miami Art Week, drawing collectors, advisors, curators and galleries for a major presentation of 20th and 21st century works.

DEC1-6

Design Miami

Miami Beach Convention Center District

Art & Culture

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.

DEC1-5

NADA Miami

Ice Palace Studios

Art & Culture

NADA Miami brings emerging galleries, artist-run spaces and nonprofits to Ice Palace Studios for five days of contemporary art programming during Miami Art Week.

DEC2-6

Untitled Art

Ocean Drive and 12th Street

Art & Culture

Untitled Art returns to the sands of South Beach with international contemporary galleries, artist-run spaces and nonprofit exhibitors in an independent fair format.

DEC4-6

Art Basel Miami Beach

Miami Beach Convention Center

Art & Culture

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.

DEC5

Afrikin Fashion Week Workshop

Scott Galvin Community Center

Art & Culture

An in-depth Miami Art Week fashion styling workshop gives attendees direct access to designers working across contemporary African and diasporic style, sustainability, heritage techniques and modern fashion business.

DEC6

African Fashion Week: REGENESIS Crafting the Future

Scott Galvin Community Center

Art & Culture

<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>

FEB25-28

South Beach Wine & Food Festival

Various locations throughout South Beach

Dining

The Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One returns February 25 through 28, 2027, bringing chef dinners, tastings, late-night parties, wine seminars and beachfront food programming back to Greater Miami and Miami Beach.