Get ready Miamians: Miami Art Week is set to return and with it, Art Basel is gearing up for its exciting annual art fair. On top of all the pop-ups, galleries, installations and art fairs, the city is also stacked with parties. After all, partying is what we do best. So whether you have a ticket to the art-filled extravaganza or not, you can still have a blast on a late-night dance floor or a breezy sunrise by the beach. Here’s a list of parties happening this year during Art Week:
1. Art With Me
Taking over Virginia Key Beach Park ahead of Art Basel is the Tulum-imported Art With Me. The electronic music and art festival brings together jaw-dropping installations, top-tier international musicians, craft and organic food vendors, children’s activities and a comprehensive wellness program. Spanning for three days, performers include Underworld, French duo Polo & Pan, Lee Burridge pres. All Day I Dream, LP Giobbi and many more.
When: December 8 – 10
Where: 4020 Virginia Beach Dr, Miami, FL 33149
2. LIV
As usual, LIV has tons of performances in store, but for Art Week there’s a hefty lineup of live performances by Sofi Tukker, Tïesto, John Summit, Kaytranada and Rampa. DJ Khaled will close out the Basel festivities with a special edition of LIV on Sunday.
When: December 6 – 10
Where: 4441 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140
3. MAXIM’s Art Basel Party at Hyde Beach
MAXIM is celebrating its November/December issue release with an epic annual party going down at Hyde Beach. The star-studded poolside soirée will feature a performance by special guest James Hype and a live art collaboration (artist soon to be named).
When: Saturday, December 9
Where: 1701 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
4. E11EVEN Miami: “The Art of Nightlife”
E11EVEN Miami is known for presenting up-close-and-personal performances by some of the biggest names in music and Art Week will be no different! The club will be kicking off its series of events with Cedric Gervais and Diplo, before continuing the party throughout the weekend with Snoop Dogg, deadmau5 and a soon-to-be-announced artist.
When: December 6 – December 10
Where: 301 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132
5. elrow: Basel Week
Party purveyors elrow are bringing their newest immersive experience to the city’s Factory Town. Themed “Dance with the Serpent,” the sunse-to-sunrise psychedelic party will visually explore the parallels between animal and human, the physical and metaphysical, and the dark and bright. Collaborating with legendary street artist NYCHOS, the lineup includes Andrea Oliva, Bastian Bux, Claptone, Fatboy Slim and others.
When: December 7 – 8
Where: 4800 NW 37th Ave, Miami, FL 33142
6. Sexy Fish: “Art of the Sea”
For some partying with a side of cuisine, one of the city’s most exciting hotspots is joining in on the festivities with an After Dark DJ Lineup, featuring sounds by Jay Sebag, Zakes Bantwini, Hugel and Claptone. During the day and evening, dine on Chef Director Bjoern Weissgerber’s diverse menu inspired by the seas of Asia, among artworks by world-renowned artist Damien Hirst and bespoke fish lamps by internationally-acclaimed Frank Gehry.
When: December 6 – December 9
Where: 1001 S Miami Ave, Miami, FL 33130
7. Hurry Up Slowly: Off The Canvas
Vintage Culture, Calussa and Doozie are coming together for Hurry Up Slowly! The event will transform Wynwood’s Toejam Backlot into the ultimate Art Week playground.
When: Wednesday, December 6
Where: 150 NW 21st St, Miami, FL 33127
8. The Pool at Strawberry Moon Basel Edition
The Pool at Strawberry Moon is bringing renowned DJs to the stage this Art Week for vibrant pool parties featuring Andrea Oliva, Arodes, Kimonos, Augusto Yepes, Purple and Gustavo Ibarra on Friday; while Claptone hits the stage on Saturday as part of the hotel’s Soleil Saturdays series, presented by Tequila Casa del Sol.
When: December 8 – December 9
Where: 601 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
9. Marion Miami
For those seeking a unique dining escapade, Marion invites guests to partake in its transformation into an immersive art and entertainment enclave this Miami Art Week. Artists Franck Brill and Manuel Angarita will team up to craft imaginative works of art in real-time as guests indulge in Marion’s indulgent Asian-inspired cuisine. Then visual artist Mark Rios (“Mr. Drippings”) will debut a special live art exhibit by painting a surprise celebrity guest. During these events, guests can anticipate an escalation of excitement and energy as the lights dim, the music turns up and the ambiance turns into a lively party scene.
When: December 7 – December 9
Where: 1111 SW First Ave, Miami, FL, 33130
10. Circoloco Miami
As part of Factory Basel Week, this Ibiza-style party is taking over Factory Town with two stages running from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. Dance into the night while artists Anotr, Benji B, Carlita, Chloe Caillet, Konstantin, Leafar Legov, Maceo Plex, Rampa, Peggy Gou, Seth Troxler and more spin tunes.
When: Saturday, December 9
Where: 4800 NW 37th Ave, Miami, FL 33142