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It’s that time of year again: Art Basel and Miami Art Week are back to officially light up the 305. From December 1–7, crowds gather to enjoy world-class art fairs, exhibits, pop-ups, activations, and of course, epic parties and Instagramable moments. Whether you’re ready to embrace your inner art enthusiast or just soak up the energy, warm weather and chaos (traffic included) — Eventnoire’s inside guide has you covered for Art Basel and Miami Art Week 2025. Pack your swim suit and your patience and check out all the events and exhibits you need to know, below:
Events & Activations
Art Week at The Shelborne
Dec 1–7, 2025 | 1801 Collins Ave, Miami Beach
Shelborne’s Miami Art Week series features Pilar Zeta’s “The Observer Effect” Beach Installation as the artistic centerpiece at 18th Street. Guests can recharge with daily wellness hours, enjoy Casa Bosques bookshop pop-ups and creative talks, and wind down each evening at The Bar with Sound Sessions — showcasing DJs like Todd Terje, TEED, and singer Justine Skye. The week closes with Leon Bridges’ Jump Judy party, plus daily Golden Hour socials by the pool with complimentary bites and music. More information can be found at: shelborne.com/happenings.
McDonald’s x Arte Haus
Dec 3–7 | Various Locations
McDonald’s partners with Arte Haus to transform a space into Unc’s Arte Haus — a vibrant, immersive showcase of emerging Black artistry and culture throughout Art Basel week. Guests can expect art-filled dinners, energetic brunches, late-night parties, and menu remixes from top chefs, all infused with McDonald’s creative flair. Featured experiences include the Las’ Lap VIP Opener hosted by Chef Kwame (Dec. 3), Family Dinner & Roast featuring comedians Deon Cole, Teccara Williams, Lance Woods, and Comedian CP (Dec. 5). Backyard Brunch with Jeezy, Justine Skye, and FAMU’s Marching 100, with McDonald’s menu items remixed by celebrity Chef Kwame, Chef Kimmy Kreations, and Chef Nancie Greene (Dec. 6). Plus, the late-night Snack Wrap Let-Out at Wynwood Marketplace (Dec. 6) brings a taste of art, music, and flavor with nostalgic performances by Case and Yung Joc.
Airbnb x Art Basel Miami Beach
Dec 3–7 | Various Locations
Airbnb and Art Basel are collaborating to provide curated “insider” experiences — guests join fair director Bridget Finn for a VIP pre-opening tour, enjoy panel conversations and creative workshops with top talents like Kelly Wearstler, and get private museum access with Jack Pierson. Airbnb is also offering distinctive, design-forward accommodations and access to the city’s hottest events, ensuring travelers can immerse themselves in Miami’s art, culture, and hospitality. More information can be found here.
Bison at Basel (Howard University)
Dec 3–7 | Multiple Venues
Howard University’s Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts returns for its fourth consecutive Miami Art Week — presenting five days of panels, exhibitions, salons, and mentoring programs for emerging Black artists, students, and alumni. Key programming features an HBCU social, exclusive collector’s wine salon, student art previews, IDEAS Salon (innovation, design, art, and equity), chat & chew luncheons, morning panels, art tours of Historic Overtown, book signings, alumni exhibit, and closing night “Basel After Dark” house party. Howard students showcase and sell original artwork, participate in professional development, and celebrate their impact on the global creative landscape. For more information, visit: events.howard.edu/event/2025-bison-at-basel
Delta Air Lines x American Express: The Artscape Lounge at Untitled Art
Dec 3–7 | Untitled Art, 1200 Ocean Dr
A beachfront oasis with complimentary bites and beverages curated by five-time James Beard Award–winning chef, Michael Solomonov. Art collaborations from Untitled Art galleries enhance the space, with exclusive perks for Delta SkyMiles® Amex Card Members and access available to Untitled Art ticket holders/VIPs. Guests can experience global F&B offerings and create a personalized “Art Atlas”, celebrating leading art destinations Delta flies to. For more information, visit here.
REVOLT Art Fair and House Party
Dec 4–6 | Ice Palace Studios, 1400 N Miami Ave
REVOLT Art Fair’s theme: Dual Currency—Defiance by Design. This exhibit showcases over 50 Black artists present work through immersive physical displays and digital spotlights. Highlights include art tours, panels, private viewings, and a closing party that fuses commerce, creativity, and community with REVOLT HOUSE on Saturday night. The event places Black artists at the center of cultural and economic value, forging new narratives in art and marketplace innovation. For more information, visit: https://www.revolt.tv/interactive/artfair
Kickstarter x SCOPE Art Show Panels
Dec 4–5, 2025 | 3–5 PM, SCOPE Art Show, 801 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach
Kickstarter joins forces with SCOPE for two days of dynamic panel talks featuring artists, curators, musicians, and innovators. Key sessions tackle alternative art funding, the future of creative independence, and collaboration across music and visual arts. Notable panelists include Hebru Brantley, Cool & Dre, Everette Taylor, and moderators like Brandon Stosuy. Panel topics include the role of patrons and platforms, community building in the arts, and bridging connections between local and digital creative networks. These events offer deep insights and networking for Miami Art Week’s visionaries and emerging talent.
Saint & Citizen – Saint Week
Dec 4–6, 2025 | Rubell Museum, 1100 NW 23rd St
Saint & Citizen bring a full-spectrum takeover to Miami Art Week with boundary-breaking art and music. Expect headline sets by Kaytranada and Clipse, immersive talks with creative leaders like LaQuan Smith and Prince Gyasi, and vibrant daytime programming in Café Citizen. This three-day series is built for connection, creativity, and community, all in signature Miami style. For more information, visit: www.saintandcitizen.com.
Basel B.A.E – Black Art Experience
Dec 5, 8 PM–1 AM | The Urban Overtown, 1000 NW 2nd Ave
Basel B.A.E. (Black Art Experience), now in its ninth year, transforms The Urban into a celebration of contemporary Black creativity — presented by Socialxchange and sponsored by Art of Black Miami, Overtown CRA, and Maker’s Mark. The evening spotlights emerging and established artists in painting, photography, sculpture, fashion, and mixed media. Guests mingle with artists, enjoy interactive installations, live painting, a Maker’s Mark cocktail bar, creative headshots, and browse art for sale. DJ sets, food, hookah, and VIP bottle service guarantee a vibrant, high-energy night for the Miami art community. For more information, check out @socialxchangemiami on Instagram.
Complex Family Style Food Festival Miami
Dec 6, 2025 | 12 PM–8 PM | 110 NE 36th St
Celebrate the Miami debut of the Family Style Food Festival, as it brings a bold fusion of food, fashion, and art to the heart of Miami. Artistic Director Nina Chanel Abney creates an immersive visual world for the event, blending her signature colorful style into large-scale installations, exclusive merch, and custom on-site art. Expect collabs between top streetwear brands and nearly 30 must-try restaurants from Miami’s vibrant scene, plus hip-hop DJs, family-friendly hangs, and cool surprises throughout the day. It’s a fresh, communal feast where contemporary art, culinary icons, and street culture all share the spotlight. For more information, visit: www.familystylefest.com.
Motion: Archive and Performance as Preservation
Dec 6, 2025 | 2–6 PM | Legion Park, 6447 NE 7th Ave
Presented by VIS World and backed by Project Backboard, this activation brings art and basketball together on Najja Moon’s mural court. Expect a shooting contest inspired by the mural’s geometry, limited-edition print giveaways, and a pop-up by the Black Women’s Basketball Museum. The show highlights archival works from Ashley Teamer, Charlyn Griffith Oro, Jeannine Kayembe Oro, Najja Moon, and Naima Green—centering Black women’s legacy in basketball through art, storytelling, and play. All are welcome to experience movement, memory, and the intersections of sport and culture. For more information, check out @bwbbmuseum on Instagram.
NFL Artist Replay: Football x Art Takeover
Dec 6–7 | Wynwood & Miami Design District
The NFL returns to Miami Art Week with an expanded gallery showcase curated by Kendall Hurns, featuring artists Calvin Clausell Jr., Kayla Mahaffey, McFlyy, Sentrock, and Sydnie & Haylie Jimenez — plus original works debuting from Bengals cornerback Marco Wilson and NFL Legend Martellus Bennett. Fans can explore artwork, join panel discussions with NFL creators, and shop limited-edition merch in the Starter Maker’s Studio. Weekend programming includes “The Creative Playbook” panel on athlete creativity (Dec 6) and a Miami Dolphins watch party celebration (Dec 7). For more information and to RSVP, head to: www.nfl.com/causes/artist-replay/events
Everyday People Miami
Dec 6, 2025 | 8 PM | Wynwood Marketplace, 2250 NW 2nd Ave
Everyone’s favorite party series takes over Wynwood for Art Week — serving up 90s R&B, global grooves, and a vibrant celebration of the Black diaspora. Founded by Saada Ahmed, Chef Roblé Ali, and DJ Moma, Everyday People brings music by Moma & Friends and hosts Gitoo, Ruthless Rudi, Shernita, and Maine. For more information, check out @everydayppl on Instagram.
Black Coffee at Miami-Dade County Courthouse Steps
Dec 6, 2025 | 5–11 PM, Miami-Dade County Courthouse, 73 W Flagler St
Space Miami’s annual Space Basel series brings Grammy-winning DJ Black Coffee for a one-night, open-air takeover at the historic courthouse. Expect soulful, high-energy sets from the global dance music icon, with immersive Art Week vibes and an unforgettable downtown backdrop. Secure your spot on the Space Miami event page.
Geico Heritage Fire Presented by Visit Lauderdale
Dec 7 | 1:45 PM–4:30 PM (VIP: 1:00 PM) | Pier Sixty-Six, Fort Lauderdale
Heritage Fire makes its South Florida debut with an all-inclusive, open-air culinary celebration featuring top chefs grilling heritage-breed proteins over live fire, along with heirloom vegetables, beverage pairings, live entertainment, and a “Best Bite of the Day” vote to crown the Heritage Hero champion. The event highlights community, sustainability, and locally sourced ingredients, bringing a nationally beloved tour to Fort Lauderdale for the first time. VIP and GA tickets include unlimited tastings. For additional details, visit www.heritagefiretour.com.
STAMPED: AYA x Friends – Miami Art Base
Dec 7 | 3 PM–11 PM | 2217 NW Miami Ct & Higher Ground (Arlo Wynwood)
STAMPED: AYA and Friends is a rooftop event closing Art Week with eight hours of Afrobeats, Amapiano, and African-inspired music, featuring influential DJs and creators. Set against Miami’s sunset skyline, guests experience vibrant energy, creative performances, and a celebration of Africa’s global influence on art, style, and sound. For more information, check out @stampedtheparty on Instagram.
Art Fairs & Exhibits
Untitled Art Miami Beach
Dec 3–7 | 1200 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach
A fair for innovative, independent galleries highlighting adventurous programming and new voices.
Faena Art: LIBRARY OF US by Es Devlin
Dec 2-7 (5PM–8PM) | 3201 Collins Ave
British artist Es Devlin debuts a 50-foot revolving library and luminous reading room that transforms Faena Beach and Cathedral for Miami Art Week, celebrating a decade of Faena Art in Miami Beach. Interactive experiences powered by Ray-Ban Meta.
SCOPE Art Show
Dec 2–7 | 801 Ocean Dr
A top showcase for emerging artists and progressive galleries, featuring dynamic panel discussions and cultural crossovers.
Red Dot Miami & Spectrum Miami
Dec 3–7 | Mana Wynwood, 2217 NW 5th Ave
These companion fairs present curated contemporary art from international galleries, with original works and direct collector engagement.
$25 Dollar Art Show
Dec 3–6 | Toe Jam Backlot, 150 NW 21st St
Grassroots creativity takes center stage; all original works are $25 and 36 square inches or less.
Wynwood Mural Festival
Nov 22–Dec 3 | Wynwood
Miami’s annual street art extravaganza features live mural painting, and artist-led tours for a colorful overview of Wynwood’s creative pulse.
The Margulies Collection at the Warehouse
Dec 1–6 | 3591 NW 27th St
A trio of museum-caliber exhibitions—Pop Art, Records of the Past, and Abstract Expressionism—anchor Wynwood’s fine arts community.
Gary Nader Art Centre: From Picasso to Botero
Dec 1–7 | NAMLA, 62 NE 27th St
Curated by Gary Nader, this show brings together transformative works by Picasso and Botero, highlighting their impacts on modern art.
Museum of Graffiti: Origins & El Tiguere
Dec 3–6 | 276 NW 26th St
Celebrating the museum’s sixth anniversary, this landmark exhibition spotlights graffiti’s roots with rare UGA paintings and JonOne’s solo show, plus live painting and interactive events.
Wynwood Walls: ONLY HUMAN
Nov 24–Dec 1 | 2516 NW 2nd Ave
A new curatorial theme explores humanity’s essence in a tech-driven world, with works from Persue, Miss Birdy, Joe Iurato, Cryptik, Seth Globepainter, and others.
Arte NXT
Dec 2–7 | Miami Art Week Gallery, 2300 N Miami Ave
Showcasing digital, immersive, and cross-disciplinary art from established and emerging creators.
photoMIAMI
Dec 2–7 | Miami Art Week Gallery, 2300 N Miami Ave
A festival dedicated to fine-art photography, featuring global artists redefining the medium.
THE OPEN INVITATIONAL
Dec 2–5 (12–7 PM); Dec 6 (12–5 PM) | 3930 NE 2nd Ave, Suite 202
A fair dedicated to progressive art studios and artists with disabilities, challenging outdated hierarchies and expanding the art world’s reach.
THE PRELUDE CURATED BY RASHID JOHNSON
Dec 2–Early 2026 (10 AM–6 PM) | 151 NE 41st St, Suite 133
A meditation on space and transition, this show gathers Johnson’s Surrender series with works from BCF’s collection by Moore, Giacometti, Twombly, and more.
JEFFREY DEITCH: THAT WAS THEN, THIS IS NOW
Dec 2–Jan 2, 2026 | 119 NE 41st St
25 artists blend references from pop, cinema, fashion, and digital culture, defining new art world directions.
URS FISCHER’S PURPLE DRYWALL WITH CHICKEN ROTATION
Permanent | 3841 NE 2nd Ave, Miami FL 33137
This permanent installation by Fischer layers humor, absurdity, and everyday beauty in a playful, textural mural.
SLAWN × OPAKE: The Art of Hip Hop
Dec 3–31 (VIP Opening Dec 4) | The Art of Hip Hop, Wynwood
Large-scale paintings explore redemption, chaos, and identity, alongside DJ sets and interactive programming.
BLU SCARPA: DREAM COURTS
Dec 4 | 56 NE 40th St
Blu Scarpa’s boutique is reimagined as a surreal, tennis-inspired sculpture-scape in collaboration with François Piacente and Asaad Morales.
LVMH The Studio Miami
Dec 3–7 (10 AM–6 PM) | 140 NE 39th St, 3rd Floor
A five-day gallery pop-up featuring contemporary expressions, panel discussions, and luxury creativity.
Volcan de mi Tierra x ARCA: Colección I
Dec 3–7 | ARCA Gallery, Wynwood
Debut of hand-carved marble tequila vessels, plus exclusive tastings that merge design, craft, and luxury.
Miami Design District 10th Annual Commission: Gargantua’s Thumb by Katie Stout
Dec 2025–Spring 2026 | Miami Design District
A fantastical cast of sculptural furniture displayed neighborhood-wide, with an interactive carousel at the heart.
The Craig Robins Collection: Walking on Air
Dec 1 | DACRA HQ, 3841 NE 2nd Ave
A conceptual and figurative exhibition centered on Richard Tuttle, with works from Baldessari, Duchamp, contemporary artists, and recent acquisitions.
Art Basel Miami Beach
Dec 5–7 | Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr
North America’s leading contemporary art fair featuring more than 280 galleries from over 40 countries, with works by thousands of artists ranging from emerging to blue-chip icons.
Cartier: Panthére Into the Wild Exhibit & New Regional Flagship
Exhibit: Dec 5–7 (11AM–9PM) | 23 NE 41st St
Flagship: Permanent | 147 NE 39th St
This immersive exhibit explores the Maison’s panther legacy while the flagship blends Miami-inspired architecture with Cartier luxury.