Miami Art Week 2025: The Ultimate Guide

Each December, Greater Miami & Miami Beach transforms into a citywide celebration of creativity, as Miami Art Week returns with world-renowned fairs, public art, gallery exhibitions, hotel activations and culinary experiences. From December 1-7, visitors can explore a vibrant mix of contemporary art, immersive installations and cultural programming across neighborhoods from South Beach to Wynwood.

At the center of the action is Art Basel Miami Beach at the Miami Beach Convention Center, but the energy extends far beyond the fairgrounds, with dozens of museums, hotels and organizations presenting their own signature programming. Whether you’re seeking the power of monumental public works, intimate artist-driven activations, world-class dining or art-filled hotel stays, The Dana Agency’s 2025 guide highlights every client activation, exhibition and event you need to experience during this unforgettable week.

Things to See & Do

The Goodtime Hotel, 601 Washington Ave., Miami Beach

On View: November 21 through December 8
Opening Reception: Thursday, November 20, from 7-11 p.m.

The Goodtime Hotel presents borderline, a collaborative exhibition with Queue Gallery, Supermarket Gallery and Miami Art Society featuring 11 South Florida artists. The show invites viewers to “linger in the in-between,” exploring themes of transition and transformation through never-before-seen works by emerging and established talents.

Leah Mendez’s “Found Photo Teen on the Phone in the Bathtub with Rollers” (2025), oil on canvas, 24 x 36 in.; courtesy The Goodtime Hotel

“Vanishing Act” by David LaChapelle at VISU Contemporary

VISU Contemporary, 2160 Park Ave., Miami Beach

On View: November 29 through January 31
Opening Reception: Friday, December 5, from 6-9 p.m.

VISU Contemporary presents a landmark exhibition by world-renowned photographer David LaChapelle with more than 30 significant works, including nine world premieres. This collection explores spirituality, environmental fragility and the shifting nature of beauty, presented through LaChapelle’s unmistakable, highly saturated visual language.

David LaChapelle’s “Megan,” 8 x 10; courtesy VISU Contemporary

Lincoln Road’s 2025 Public Art Series

Lincoln Road, Miami Beach

On View: Through 2026

During Miami Art Week, Lincoln Road will debut 14 monumental public installations. Highlights include Philippe Katerine’s bright-pink “Mr. Pink Takes Flight” inflatable sculptures, Gillie and Marc’s beloved animal-human hybrid bronzes, and Oscar Esteban Martinez’s “La Herencia Viva,” honoring cultural tradition and memory. Visitors can stroll the iconic promenade and experience an open-air exhibition that blends playfulness, reflection and large-scale visual storytelling.

Philippe Katerine’s “Mr. Pink Takes Flight”; courtesy Lincoln Road

Lina Cerrone Gallery, 2239 NW Second Ave., Miami, FL 33137

On View: Through 2026

Artist Receptions: November 30 & December 2, 4 & 6 at 6 p.m.

Lina Cerrone Gallery, an international contemporary art gallery in Wynwood, is celebrating its second anniversary with multiple exhibitions, including Mystic Roots by Colombian artist Juliana Plexxo, whose work went to the moon; Quantum Painting by French artist Véronique Barrillot, the pioneer of quantum painting; Oh What Beautiful Flowers by local emerging talent Patrick Penkwitt; and Resonance by graffiti street artist Cedric Bouteiller. To RSVP to the events, email lc@linacerronegallery.com.

Juliana Plexxo’s “Mystic Roots”; courtesy Lina Cerrone Gallery

Art Exhibition with Hira Majeed at Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club

Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club, 3925 Collins Ave., Miami Beach

On View: December 1-7
Opening Reception: Thursday, December 4, from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club transforms into a contemplative gallery featuring emotionally charged works by multidisciplinary artist Hira Majeed that explore love, loss and transformation. Starting December 2, at noon, the hotel will also host a live painting activation by Majeed, where the artist will transform a life-size Cadillac F1 sculpture with color-shift paint that changes with the light, symbolizing stillness and focus in motion.

Hira Majeed’s “Shibui”; courtesy Cadillac Hotel

Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club, 3925 Collins Ave., Miami Beach

On View: November 17 through December 20

Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club presents “Wish You Were Here,” a vibrant installation by Miami-based Chilean-Israeli artist Denise Treizman. The work debuts as part of the City of Miami Beach’s No Vacancy public art program during Miami Art Week. Constructed from pool noodles, duct tape and zip ties woven through aluminum wires within a monumental wooden frame, Treizman’s 14-by-10-foot ceiling-to-floor installation blurs the line between tapestry and sculpture, embodying the artist’s signature approach of weaving, assemblage and reuse to create joyous monuments from humble materials.

Denise Treizman’s “Wish You Were Here”; courtesy Cadillac Hotel

Art Week Exhibitions & Permanent Collections at The Betsy

The Betsy – South Beach, 1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach

On View: Through 2026
Opening Reception: Thursday, December 4, from 8-11 p.m.

The Betsy unveils an exclusive exhibition featuring 38 limited-edition works by Christo and Jeanne-Claude captured by acclaimed photographer Wolfgang Volz. The Betsy will also showcase a collaboration with Ilon Art Gallery with portraits by Annie Leibovitz, David LaChapelle, Larry Fink, Bob Gruen and more, as well as two emblematic works by David Godlis. Additional works by Steve Dozier, Ira Wagner, Laura Paresky Gould, Tamary Kudita, Lianne Jedeikin Goldsmith, Dahlia Dreszer and Anastasia Samoylova, along with a solo show by Ray Tenori, affirm the hotel’s status as a cultural institution.

Christo and Jeanne-Claude’s “Surrounded Islands,” Biscayne Bay, Miami, 1980-83; photo by Wolfgang Volz

Chromasthesia: A Multisensory Art Journey at The Gates Hotel

The Gates Hotel South Beach, 360 Collins Ave., Miami Beach

On View: December 1-7

With Chromasthesia, The Gates Hotel (in partnership with NFTCLT) becomes a multisensory playground, blending cutting-edge visuals, sound and technology. Toronto-based multimedia artist LOTUS(9) anchors the activation with signature “Chromasthesia” artwork displayed on MetaSill’s AI-integrated digital frames, which transform blockchain art in real time. One Love Art DAO artists Marlon Pruz, Superama and YuZapata join collaborators like ByHaze, Vibes After Dark, Tuan Jones of HOMME & Palette, Bandy Lee, Rio Sirah, Morazul, Victoria Citro and Punk Me Tender for a week of parties, wellness experiences, networking hours and more.

LOTUS(9)’s “Chromasthesia”; courtesy The Gates Hotel South Beach

AI Junk Mail at MAD Arts

MAD Arts, 481 S. Federal Highway, Dania Beach

On View: Through December 7

MAD Arts introduces “The Junk Machine,” a surreal, interactive installation by conceptual artist ClownVamp. The bright pink robotic sculpture generates whimsical AI-generated “junk mail,” inviting viewers to reflect on digital overload and algorithmic absurdity. Combining humor and critique, the work encourages audiences to consider the role of artificial intelligence in shaping contemporary visual culture.

ClownVamp’s “The Junk Machine”; courtesy MAD Arts

Piper & Skye at Mana Fashion Art Basel Edition Pop-Up

Mana Wynwood Convention Center, 2217 NW Fifth Ave., Miami

On View: December 4-6
VIP Reception: Wednesday, December 3

Responsible luxury accessories brand Piper & Skye joins the Mana Fashion Art Basel Edition Pop‑Up, a gallery-style marketplace with more than 25 brands, installations and activations that unite fashion, art and sustainability. Founded by Joanna MacDonald, the brand blends refined design with a commitment to people and planet, resulting in handbags made from ethically sourced materials like invasive Florida python, wild American alligator and Amazonian pirarucu. 

Special Events & Programming

Longest Running Jazz Series at The Betsy

The Piano Bar at The Betsy – South Beach, 1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach

Date: December 1-7

The Betsy – South Beach celebrates its role as an incubator of the arts with a robust schedule of live performances at The Piano Bar from David Attelan, Tal Cohen with Catalina Londoño, Leonard Reina, Brian Murphy and more. Adjacent to the bar, guests can enjoy dinner or drinks at LT South Beach, Chef Laurent Tourondel’s casually elegant restaurant, which pairs its globally inspired menu with nightly live jazz and one of the best people-watching terraces on Ocean Drive.

Photo by Rey Lopez

Surprise Performances at Delilah Miami

Delilah Miami, 301 Brickell Key Drive, Miami

Date: December 1-7

Delilah Miami, known for its world-class entertainment, will host a weeklong program of surprise celebrity performances during Art Week. Guests can enjoy technique-driven dishes by Chef Mitchell Hesse while taking in the show in interiors highlighted by blush, teal and gold tones. After a packed schedule of events, Delilah’s Sunday Jazz Night offers a slower, more soulful finale with live music in an intimate setting.

Bespoke Fragrance Crafting with Tijon at The Gates Hotel

The Gates Hotel South Beach, 2360 Collins Ave., Miami Beach

Date: Every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

At The Gates Hotel South Beach, luxury perfumery Tijon invites guests to design their own signature scent during 30-minute beginner-friendly sessions. Participants blend high-quality oils under the guidance of fragrance experts to craft, name and bottle a personal perfume with base, middle and top notes. Each $99 experience includes a 55 ml custom fragrance and a gift bag featuring items from Tijon’s Miami Collection with packaging art by Ramsés Mejía.

Paws & Palettes with Danny O at Hotel Continental

Hotel Continental, 4000 Collins Ave., Miami Beach

Date: Tuesday, December 2, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4-9 p.m.

Paws & Palettes at Hotel Continental turns the pool deck into a pet-themed creative studio with artist Danny O’Connor. Guests are invited to bring photos of their pets for O’Connor to “re-paw-duce” as sketches on special hotel stationery while they lounge by the MiMo-inspired pool. With chilled drinks and bites from Divebar and Mixer, the free event offers a lighthearted way to experience O’Connor’s nostalgic, leisure-inspired art in real time.

Pup Portraits by Danny O’Connor; courtesy Hotel Continental

An Afternoon of Art with Danny O at Hotel Continental

Hotel Continental, 4000 Collins Ave., Miami Beach

Date: Wednesday, December 3, from 1-5 p.m.

An Afternoon of Art at Hotel Continental features live poolside painting by Danny O’Connor as he expands on his lobby work “The Summer of 1948.” He will extract vignettes and characters, including longboarder “Commander Good Times” and surfer “JoJo Toscano,” and reinterpret them on a larger canvas by the pool. Guests can watch the painting evolve, enjoy drinks and snacks from Divebar and experience the hotel’s nostalgic, midcentury-inspired atmosphere.

Danny O’Connor’s “The Summer of 1948”; courtesy Hotel Continental

Ungated Connections at The Gates Hotel

The Gates Hotel South Beach, 2360 Collins Ave., Miami Beach

Date: Wednesday, December 3, from 5-10 p.m.

Ungated Connections at The Gates Hotel South Beach brings together Bitcoin art collectors, digital artists and Web3 innovators for a night centered on digital asset art. The program includes the unveiling of a BTC art collection, a Bison at Basel exhibition preview with Howard University, an “Ordinals 101” session with One Love Art DAO and Gamma, live painting by Victoria Citro, and the unveiling of a large-scale piece by Elekktra.

Photo by Robert Young for The Gates Hotel

Listen To Your Heart: One Love Art DAO Exhibition at The Gates Hotel

The Gates Hotel South Beach, 2360 Collins Ave., Miami Beach

Date: Thursday, December 4, from 3-9 p.m.

The Gates Hotel South Beach and One Love Art DAO present Listen To Your Heart, an immersive showcase that unites global artists through projection mapping, murals and mixed-media works. Featured artists include Marlon Pruz, Emmy-winning Superama and Colombian artist YuZapata. A mural reveal will take place at 3 p.m. with the featured artists, followed by a 4 p.m. artist meet and greet at the Lobby Bar and a guided gallery tour at 5 p.m. The evening culminates in the One Love Art DAO happy hour from 7-10 p.m. 

YuZapata’s “Listen To Your Heart”; courtesy The Gates Hotel

Art Deco Fashion Show Pop-Up Shops with NADJEA Swimwear at The Gates Hotel

The Gates Hotel South Beach, 2360 Collins Ave., Miami Beach

Date: Friday, December 5 & Saturday, December 6, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Gates Hotel South Beach and local luxury swimwear brand NADJEA host a two-day pop-up shopping experience as part of the annual Art Deco Fashion Show. The event features resortwear designers, artists and lifestyle brands offering statement pieces, accessories and beauty products that reflect Miami’s creative energy. Free and open to guests 21 and older, the pop-ups provide a relaxed poolside setting for browsing, shopping and mingling.

Art Deco Fashion Show by NADJEA Swimwear at The Gates Hotel

The Gates Hotel South Beach, 2360 Collins Ave., Miami Beach

Date: Friday, December 5, from 1-5 p.m. (Runway at 4 p.m.)

The Art Deco Fashion Show at The Gates Hotel South Beach, hosted by NADJEA, celebrates Miami’s architectural heritage with a rooftop runway event. Models from Gustavo Granados showcase a new swimwear collection that channels the city’s golden era through color, shape and movement, accompanied by a DJ set from Rick Sancho. Admission is free with optional upgrades starting at $20, which include signature cocktails and added perks.

Artist Talk with Anastasia Samoylova at The Betsy

The Betsy – South Beach, 1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach

Date: Friday, December 5, at 3 p.m. 

At The Betsy – South Beach’s underground B Bar Gallery, photographer Anastasia Samoylova presents Atlantic Coast, a series that retraces Bernice Abbott’s 1954 journey along the Eastern Seaboard. In this talk, hosted in partnership with Aperture, Samoylova discusses themes of dislocation, environmental change and the American dream. The conversation invites viewers to consider what it means to be American today through a nuanced visual and historical lens.

Photo by Anastasia Samoylova

Clique “Peace of New York” Curated Dinner Featuring Ja Rule at The Gates

The Gates Hotel South Beach, 2360 Collins Ave., Miami Beach

Date: Friday, December 5, from 7-10 p.m.

Peace of New York, an immersive Clique Dinner experience hosted by New York-born creative Julius Antwi, brings a multicourse menu with wine pairings curated by Chef Pierre Serrão to The Gates Hotel South Beach. Guests will enjoy an Amber & Opal open bar from 8-10 p.m. (with a special appearance by co-founder Ja Rule), a digital art showcase from Web3 studio Black Is Beautiful, and a live performance by Nali. Tickets include a chef meet and greet, curated gift bags, and access to a community-forward evening supported by Sommsation, EatOkra and Katini Skin. 

Clovis Lane Presented by Vibes After Dark and NFTCLT at The Gates Hotel

The Gates Hotel South Beach, 2360 Collins Ave., Miami Beach

Date: Friday, December 5 & Sunday, December 7, from 7:30-10 p.m.Clovis Lane transforms The Gates Hotel South Beach into a restorative space co-created by singer-songwriter ByHaze, NFTCLT and Vibes After Dark. Guests experience sound-healing meditations, wellness beauty bars and a performance art and film program inspired by ByHaze’s upcoming album and Camp Clarity initiative, which focuses on healing for artist communities. Known for his affirmation-driven content and R&B projects, ByHaze invites attendees to slow down and reconnect with their inner calm amid the week’s buzz.

ART ACCESS at Arlo Wynwood

Arlo Wynwood, 2217 NW Miami Court, Miami

Date: Saturday, December 6, from 9 a.m. to midnight

ART ACCESS brings a full-day takeover of Arlo Wynwood, curated with Twenty6North Productions, Revel Art and Sirak Studios. The day begins with Coffee & Beats at Wyn Wyn, then shifts to Afro House Happy Hour & Sunset Sessions with DJs like Flagrant Drvms, BMDP and Dana Lu in the Higher Ground Courtyard. Inside, the Higher Ground Nostalgia Lounge, curated with GWAK Productions and François Piacente, reimagines ’90s culture through sculpture, miniature worlds, arcade visuals and an Action Figure Selfie Station.

Beauty & Wellness Day with NADJEA Swimwear at The Gates Hotel

The Gates Hotel South Beach, 2360 Collins Ave., Miami Beach

Date: Saturday, December 6, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Beauty & Wellness Day at The Gates Hotel South Beach, presented with NADJEA, offers a restorative lineup that includes yoga, Pilates, meditation and sound bowl sessions. Guests can explore beauty and wellness activations, enjoy live music and take in poolside views while connecting with like-minded attendees. With gift bags, networking opportunities and special offers for local educators, the event serves as a mindful counterpoint to the week’s high energy.

Writer Talk with Dr. Deborah Willis at The Betsy

The Betsy – South Beach, 1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach

Date: Saturday, December 6, at 3 p.m.

Dr. Deborah Willis, author of Reflections in Black: A History of Black Photographers: 1840 to the Present, visits The Betsy – South Beach for a writer talk. Joined by photographer Cornelius Tulloch and writer Joan Morgan, she discusses how the works featured in the book reshape understandings of American history. The discussion highlights the power of Black photography to reframe narratives and broaden the cultural record.

The Flower Party at Novotel Miami Brickell

Novotel Miami Brickell, 1500 SW First Ave., Miami

Date: Saturday, December 6, from 8 p.m. to midnight

The Flower Party at Novotel Miami Brickell’s Vista Rooftop Bar & Lounge transforms the space into a floral-themed celebration with live R&B and soul performances. DJ sets blend ’90s and 2000s classics with contemporary tracks while guests enjoy curated cocktails, sponsor activations and an avant-garde floral fashion presentation. With panoramic views of Biscayne Bay and complimentary espresso martinis for hotel guests, the event offers a festive, bloom-filled escape above the city.

EDEN Paradise Day Party and Art Exhibition at The Gates Hotel
The Gates Hotel South Beach, 2360 Collins Ave., Miami Beach

Date: Sunday, December 7, from noon to 7 p.m.

EDEN at The Gates Hotel South Beach, presented by HOMME & Palette by artist Tuan Jones, reimagines the property as an immersive paradise where art, music and wellness intersect. The event opens with an Artists and Collectors Brunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., then flows into an afternoon of curated experiences and exhibition viewing. Works by Jones and Detroit-based artist Bandy Lee, whose practice merges pop culture, streetwear and Web3 aesthetics, remain on view through December 15.

Tuan Jones’ “Illusions of Luxury”; courtesy The Gates Hotel

The Art of Connection with Ocisly Ceramics at SoFi Coffee

SoFi Coffee, 344 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach

Date: Sunday, December 7, from noon to 2:30 p.m.

Every Sunday, SoFi Coffee partners with Ocisly Ceramics for a small-group creative workshop. Guests can choose to sculpt with air-dry clay, paint on canvas or build collages and mixed-media pieces such as vision boards in a relaxed studio-style setting. Sessions are capped at 12 participants and cost $35, offering an intimate way to connect and create just steps from the ocean.

Where to Stay

Balfour Miami Beach

350 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach

Located in South of Fifth, Balfour Miami Beach is an 82-room boutique hotel that blends historic charm with modern comforts. Originally opened in 1940 as The Lord Balfour Hotel and designed by architect Anton Skislewicz, the property spans two art deco-style buildings connected by a lush courtyard. Hardwood and herringbone floors, Lavazza coffee stations, a rooftop deck, a plunge pool and the on-site SoFi Coffee position Balfour as a stylish, neighborhood-driven stay during Art Week.

The Betsy – South Beach

1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach

MICHELIN One Key recipient The Betsy – South Beach is a family-owned hotel that serves as a cultural anchor on the quieter end of Ocean Drive. The property features permanent and rotating exhibitions curated by co-owner Lesley Goldwasser, along with signature installations like “The Betsy Orb” and “The Betsy Poetry Rail” that celebrate Miami’s cultural history. Its Arts & Community Engagement Program extends beyond visual art to include live jazz nine times a week, classical music pop-ups, and an artist residency that has hosted more than 1,000 creatives.

Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club

3925 Collins Ave., Miami Beach

Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club, Autograph Collection is a 357-room oceanfront resort along Miami Beach’s Beachwalk, originally designed in 1940 by Roy F. France and reimagined in 2018 by Bill Rooney Studio. As a returning participant in No Vacancy, Miami Beach, Cadillac will host Denise Treizman’s “Wish You Were Here” tapestry. It will also debut an immersive installation by artist Hira Majeed, who will be painting “Serenity” on a life-size Cadillac F1 car sculpture. With two pools, preserved art deco details, direct beach access and on-site venues like Bungalow Beach Bar & Grill and Donna Mare Italian Chophouse, the hotel offers a full Art Week lifestyle experience.

The Gates Hotel South Beach

2360 Collins Ave., Miami Beach

Built on the foundation of the 1954 Motel Ankara, The Gates Hotel South Beach combines historic exterior architecture with a reconstructed, contemporary interior. The property is a hub for digital and blockchain art thanks to its One Love Art DAO Digital Gallery, developed with NFTCLT and powered by MetaSill’s AI-enabled displays and the country’s first crypto vending machine. Rotating digital works, open calls, event-aligned exhibitions, and guest rooms featuring coastal photography by Jorge de la Torriente make The Gates a natural fit for art-forward travelers.

The Goodtime Hotel, Miami Beach, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

601 Washington Ave., Miami Beach

The Goodtime Hotel, Miami Beach is a seven-story, 266-room boutique property conceived as a collection of intimate, transportive spaces. Artwork curated by Tappan Collective appears throughout the lobby, restaurant, corridors, rooms and library, with pieces by artists such as Marleigh Culver, Ethan Caflisch, Gabrielle Teschner, Michael DeSutter and Annelie Vandendael. The 30,000-square-foot pool club, a vintage-inspired library, a Nikkei-driven restaurant and a dedicated beach area create an escapist South Beach retreat that feels tailor-made for Art Week.

Hotel Continental Miami Beach|

4000 Collins Ave., Miami Beach

Hotel Continental, a Tapestry Collection by Hilton property, is a newly renovated boutique lifestyle hotel in Mid-Beach that channels Miami’s midcentury charm. The 100-room property features a MiMo-inspired pool; the vintage-style Mixer lounge; Divebar lounge, featuring a self-pour beverage wall; and Piola pizzeria. Art by Danny O’Connor, Pedro Sena and T.S. Harris pays homage to the golden era of American leisure and the fleeting magic of summer.

Photo by Victoria Grodski

The Elser Hotel Miami

398 NE Fifth St., Miami

The Elser Hotel is a 49-story luxury tower in Downtown Miami offering 646 residential-style accommodations with balconies, floor-to-ceiling windows, full kitchens and in-unit washer-dryers. Inspired by the city’s culture and design, the property showcases colorful, Latin American-influenced artwork and custom pieces, including optical paintings by Paul Amundarain, urban art by Andrew Antonaccio and murals by Jeffrey Noble. A 19,000-square-foot rooftop deck with a resort-style pool and LED screen, plus an expansive hot tub and a two-level gym, makes it a complete home base for exploring during Art Week.

Arlo Wynwood

2217 NW Miami Court, Miami

Opened in 2022 as Wynwood’s first hotel, Arlo Wynwood is a 217-room property that mirrors the neighborhood’s bold, curated aesthetic. Reflective of its neighborhood, the hotel houses more than 250 artworks across common spaces and guest areas. The exterior features works by Hoxxoh and MILAGROS Collective; the yoga deck showcases a plexiglass mural by Ari Robinson; and the ART Wynwood rooftop has a mural by ThankYouX. Other artists featured throughout the hotel include Alain Castoriano, Coruna Luna, Jessica Poundstone, Joe Geis, Lauren Williams, Matthias Lupri, Ryan Coleman and Tom Abbiss. The hotel also partnered with artist Brooke Einbender to design each of its elevators with 3D decals that reflect the intersection of art and technology.

Novotel Miami Brickell

1500 SW First Ave., Miami

Novotel Miami Brickell offers 275 colorful, contemporary rooms and suites in a central location near the financial district, shopping, dining and nightlife. The hotel’s design blends modern lines with tropical details, creating welcoming spaces for work and play. A climate-controlled rooftop pool with skyline views, fitness center, more than 5,000 square feet of meeting space and on-site dining concepts like Vista Rooftop Bar & Lounge and UVA round out the experience.

Where to Eat

Uchiko Miami Beach

1759 Purdy Ave., Suite 102, Miami Beach

From James Beard Award-winning Chef Tyson Cole, Uchiko presents a nontraditional approach to Japanese cuisine with a focus on smoke and char. The menu features a robust “from the hearth” section centered on yakitori grill preparations, plus imaginative small plates, pristine nigiri, and daily specials built on freshly flown-in fish and premium beef. A beverage list with Japanese whiskies, sake, beer and seasonal cocktails completes the dining experience.

Bungalow Beach Bar & Grill

Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club, 3925 Collins Ave., Miami Beach

Bungalow Beach Bar & Grill at Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club is one of the few true beachfront dining venues in Miami Beach, open to both hotel guests and the public. By day, visitors can refuel with fresh juices, coffee, and a light menu of raw bar items and coastal bites. In the evening, an extensive lineup of rosé, wine and cocktails creates a laid-back setting for post-fair unwinding with the ocean as a backdrop.

Divebar

Hotel Continental, 4000 Collins Ave., Miami Beach

Divebar at Hotel Continental offers a modern twist on cocktail culture in a retro-chic setting. Its self-pour beverage wall, powered by RFID technology, lets guests sample wines, craft beers and batched cocktails by the ounce and build their own tasting experiences. The playful design and interactive format make it an easygoing stop between exhibitions or after a long day of art hopping.

Donna Mare Italian Chophouse

Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club, 3925 Collins Ave., Miami Beach

Donna Mare Italian Chophouse at Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club brings the soul of Italy to Miami Beach with a menu that balances heritage and modern flair. Chef Luigi Iannuario showcases house-made pasta, wood-fired pizza, expertly aged steaks and seafood that evokes coastal Italy with a Miami twist. A central olive tree, lush green banquettes, warm wood accents and golden velvet drapes create a Mediterranean-inspired space suited to both intimate dinners and festive gatherings.

Photo by Cristian Gonzalez

Donatella Restaurant

Donatella Boutique Hotel, 1350 Collins Ave., Miami Beach

Donatella Restaurant channels la dolce vita through a menu that marries Italian authenticity with coastal sophistication. Daily house-made pasta, crudo, antipasti, and dishes like coal-seared branzino and crispy bone-in veal cutlet anchor the culinary experience. Signature cocktails such as the Mona Lisa and zero-proof creations like Donatella’s Affair, alongside private dining and curated experiences, make it a glamorous choice for Art Week celebrations.

Dining Along Lincoln Road

Lincoln Road, Miami Beach

Lincoln Road’s culinary lineup offers options from upscale to casual in the heart of Miami Beach. Highlights include MILA, which blends Mediterranean and Japanese influences with rooftop views; Oro, serving modern Latin-inspired dishes; New York-style pies at Joe’s Pizza; Cuban favorites at Havana 1957; Mexican flavors at Oh! Mexico Restaurant & Tequileria; and handmade Roman-style pasta at Osteria Da Fortunata.

LT South Beach

The Betsy – South Beach, 1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach

LT South Beach at The Betsy – South Beach is a casually elegant New American restaurant from chef Laurent Tourondel. The menu draws on French, Asian and Latin influences, featuring hand-selected USDA Prime or certified Black Angus steaks, fresh-caught seafood and thoughtful vegetarian options. An outdoor terrace ideal for people-watching and a light-filled dining room adjacent to nightly live jazz make it a standout Art Week dining destination.

J’Adore Miami Beach

1060 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach

J’Adore Miami Beach is a glamorous dinner cabaret and supper club that fuses Parisian elegance, Vegas showmanship and South Beach flair. Guests enjoy Latin-inspired cuisine from Chef Aleric Constantin and theatrical cocktails by Beverage Director Omar Miro while watching live vocals, burlesque, aerial acts and fire dancing. During Art Week, Saturday night expands into two special seatings, delivering an unforgettable blend of dining and performance that is bold and unapologetically Miami.

Delilah Miami

301 Brickell Key Drive, Miami

Delilah Miami brings the glamour of a Roaring ’20s supper club into the present with light pink, teal and gold interiors and bespoke caricatures by artist Blue Logan. Chef Mitchell Hesse’s menu infuses Latin flavors into Delilah staples while the bar serves creative cocktails. For Art Week, the venue plans a weeklong lineup of surprise celebrity performances plus its signature Sunday Jazz Night, offering a soulful way to close out the festivities.

ADRIFT Mare

Hotel AKA Brickell, 1395 Brickell Ave., 25th Floor, Miami

ADRIFT Mare, on the 25th floor of Hotel AKA Brickell, is a Mediterranean-inspired restaurant from Michelin-starred “Gypsy Chef” David Myers. The menu draws on the French Riviera, Balearic Islands, Italy, the Levant and Greek Isles with grilled meats, fresh seafood and vibrant vegetable dishes. Panoramic Biscayne Bay views, intimate dining areas, and cocktails by Moe Aljaff and Juliette Larrouy make it a destination for Art Week dinners and weekday happy hours.

Vista Rooftop Bar & Lounge

Novotel Miami Brickell, 1500 SW First Ave., Miami

Vista Rooftop Bar & Lounge at Novotel Miami Brickell offers panoramic views of Biscayne Bay and the city skyline from a retro-inspired pool deck. Guests can sip signature cocktails and enjoy smoky snacks and fresh bites from the open-top barbecue while relaxing on plush lounge seating. With extended hours, weekday happy hour and weekend brunch, Vista provides a versatile setting for Art Week meetups, sunset hangs and late-night conversations.

UVA Restaurant & Bar

Novotel Miami Brickell, 1500 SW First Ave., Miami

UVA Restaurant & Bar, located just off Novotel Miami Brickell’s lobby, blends local and international flavors with tropical touches in an airy dining room. The menu spans salads, sandwiches, shareable appetizers and mains with vegan and gluten-free options, accommodating a range of tastes and dietary needs. Open daily for breakfast, all-day dining, weekend brunch and weekday happy hour, UVA is an easy, central option for Brickell-based Art Week guests.

Da Angelino Cucina Italiana

3015 Grand Ave., Coconut Grove

Da Angelino Cucina Italiana in Coconut Grove is the latest project from Graspa Group and Ariete Hospitality Group, offering a modern spin on classic Italian cuisine. Florence-born Chef Angelin Kometa leads a menu of house-made pasta, seafood and meats paired with a thoughtful wine list that draws heavily from Italy. Crisp white tablecloths, warm terra-cotta and sage tones, and a garden-style patio create an inviting setting that balances Italian charm with Miami’s cosmopolitan energy.

Teatro at the Adrienne Arsht Center

Ziff Ballet Opera House, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami

Teatro at the Adrienne Arsht Center’s Ziff Ballet Opera House offers a pre-show dining experience in a theatrical, red-toned room. Executive Chef Jose Danger curates a prix-fixe New American menu with European and Latin influences. A selection of sides, à la carte dishes, craft cocktails and an extensive wine list turn it into a destination even beyond performance nights.

Verde at PAMM

Pérez Art Museum Miami, 1103 Biscayne Blvd., Miami

Verde at Pérez Art Museum Miami pairs sweeping Biscayne Bay views with a locally inspired, seasonal menu by Chef Valeri Fuentes of Constellation Culinary Group. Guests can dine indoors or on the covered terrace framed by cascading greenery and sculpture garden vistas. Thursday happy hours feature specially priced bites and drinks with live programming on the waterfront, making it a scenic, art-adjacent stop during Art Week.

Photo by Daniel Azoulay Photography

ART Wynwood 

Arlo Wynwood, 2217 NW Miami Court, Miami

ART Wynwood is Arlo Wynwood’s rooftop pool bar and event space known for DJ-fueled parties and creative cocktails. Guests can enjoy culturally diverse dishes and drinks poolside or at the bar, plus Lucky Hour specials that include beer, wine, rosé, and a cheeky pizza-and-beer combo. A 76-foot heated pool and rentable cabanas make it a lively place to recharge between fairs or extend the night under the stars.

Uchi Miami

252 NW 25th St., Miami

Uchi brings Chef Tyson Cole’s acclaimed nontraditional take on Japanese cuisine to Wynwood with a menu that includes hot and cool tastings, sushi and sashimi, makimono, yakimono, tempura, and a seasonal omakase, plus a first-of-its-kind lunch service with prix-fixe options, lunch-only specials and $5 cocktails. In the evening, guests can also order Uchi at Home sushi boxes, turning omakase into a curated takeout experience.

R House Wynwood

2727 NW Second Ave., Miami

R House Wynwood, known for its art-filled atmosphere, high-energy shows and a menu by Executive Chef Rocco Carulli, presents a lineup of Art Week events. On December 4, “Drink & Draw” is a spin on life-drawing with a live model, guided sketch rounds by artist Daniel Bracho, and hosts Osmany Caballero and drag star London Adour. December 5 brings “Werk of Art,” a celebration of drag with avant-garde performances and a runway for the most creative guest looks. The weekend rounds out with “Basel Babes Drag Brunch” on Saturday, December 6, and Sunday, December 7, an Art Week twist on the world-famous Drag Brunch with runway moments, immersive performances and bold, fashion-forward artistry.

Arlo Wynwood, 2217 NW Miami Court, Miami

Wyn Wyn, Arlo Wynwood’s signature ground-floor restaurant, offers a menu designed for sharing that draws from Latin and Asian flavors. Open daily from morning through late night, it serves bites that cater to a wide range of cravings. With live jazz on Friday nights and a social, art-minded atmosphere, it feels like a natural extension of the neighborhood’s creative energy.

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