The weekend has finally arrived and we thought we’d share with you a few amazing things going on in Miami that you don’t want to miss out on. To be fair, there’s always something going on here in the city, but the question is what are the highlights when it comes to Friday through Sunday? Read on for a rundown of the best things to do this weekend.
And if you’re looking for more inspiration, check out the best art exhibits in Miami, rooftops to soak up the sun and the views, and breathtaking parks and gardens for a stroll through nature.
1. Explore this immersive new experience dedicated to Leo Messi’s triumphs
This weekend, grab your friends and family (or anyone else in your life that’s a huge Messi fan) for a visit to the newly-opened Messi Experience: A Dream Come True! Journey through the life and career of the soccer legend in nine themed zones that include everything from interactive games to a recreation of the Argentina Winners’ bus. You can even converse with Messi using advanced AI! Get tickets to The Messi Experience here.
2. Have a meal at Miami’s Michelin-starred restaurants
The city’s culinary scene is hotter than ever. The Michelin dining guide recently announced its award winners for this year, with multiple Miami restaurants making the cut. Of them, three restaurants earned stars for the very first time! See all the restaurants featured on the 2024 Michelin Guide here. For more budget friendly options, the Michelin Guide recommends these affordable options.
3. Take your next movie night to the rooftop!
If you’re thinking of watching a movie this weekend, go for the one with the skyline as your backdrop! At Rooftop Cinema Club, you’ll get to take in the views, play games and grab drinks and snacks before cozying up in your chair to watch your movie. Browse all the cult classics and recent releases in their stacked lineup of screenings here.
4. Get into the tequila spirit at The Wharf FTL
It’s Tequila Time at The Wharf Fort Lauderdale this Saturday, April 27! Get ready to sip, savor and salsa at the ultimate tequila fest. There will be an extensive lineup of over 100 tequilas on special, a mixology competition, taco eating contest, tequila-infused treats, salsa music and more. The drinks start flowing at 3 p.m.
5. Indulge in a sizzling Paella Night
On Friday, April 26th, join La Terrazza Rooftop for an evening of paella and indulge in the flavors of Spain while overlooking scenic Coral Gables. They will serve classic tapas including Croquetas de Bacalao, Boquerones, Seared Chorizo and Iberico Paleta followed by the main attraction: a mouthwatering Paella Valenciana. The dining experience includes specialty sangrias throughout the night, live music and a Cinco Jotas carving station.
6. Start filling your calendar with spring fun this May
We may be in April now, but May is just a week away which means we better get to making plans! From the return of the Hyundai Air & Sea Show to F1 races, find all the best things to do next month in Miami here.
7. Be wowed by this world-famous LEGO® art exhibit
The Art of Brick is an amazing exhibit you have to see to believe. It has impressed 10 million fans worldwide and Miami gets the chance to be stunned by over 100 brick sculptures made from tiny LEGO® pieces by artist Nathan Sawaya. From April 7th to May 7th, visitors can write their favorite childhood building memories on the ‘memory wall’ in honor of LEGO® creator Ole Kirk Kristiansen’s birthday this weekend. Find tickets to The Art of the Brick: An Exhibition of LEGO® Art here.
8. Catch a free concert as part of the Ocean Drive Promenade Music Series
Head to Ocean Drive this Sunday to catch three-time Grammy nominee Melton Mustafa Jr. as part of the Ocean Drive Promenade Music Series, a free concert series presented by the Ocean Drive Association. You’ll want to pack a picnic blanket or lawn chair to stake our your seat on the lawn. The show takes place in Lummus Park between 14th Street and 14th Place and begins at 5 p.m.
9. Plan your next Disney vacation with new discounted tickets only offered to residents
Hold on to your mouse ears because Walt Disney World is offering Florida residents the option to visit all four parks for as low as $59 a day! The tickets are valid now through September 28. Read more.
10. Soak up the sun at these hotel pools with day passes
Nothing beats relaxing in a breezy cabana or wading in a pool with a fresh cocktail in hand. So why not add a splash of excitement to your weekend by lounging away at a hotel pool that offers day passes? Find out which hotels you can lounge at by the water without having to spend the night here.
11. Check out Florida’s newest and only dueling water coaster
Everyone has at least one memory of splashing around at Rapids Water Park, but this is your sign to create new ones this weekend! The Riviera Beach park has opened its newest attraction, Mega Mayhem, which is said to be the longest dueling coaster of its kind and the only one in Florida! Read all about it here.
12. De-stress with adorable puppy yoga and bubbly
Turns out the perfect event does exist! Yogis and dog lovers alike can enjoy 45 minutes of flow yoga, followed by cuddle time and bottomless mimosas (or a non-alcoholic alternative). If this doesn’t sound pawsitively perfect, capture the fun with a Polaroid photo you can also take home. Get tickets to Puppy Yoga & Bubbly here.
13. Check out these great free things to do in the city
We all know Miami is expensive, so it’s always great to find free activities around the city whenever possible. That’s why we put together a guide of fun things to do that costs absolutely nothing. Well, except for parking. You can find it here and your wallet can thank us later!
14. Fill up on Sunday brunch
It is the weekend, after all. There’s no better time to put on your brunch best and head on out to try the best eggs benedict, mimosas and avocado toast Miami has to offer at one of these amazing brunch spots.
And if you want to make the trip up to Fort Lauderdale, we’ve gathered a list of spots offering brunch and bottomless drinks that definitely won’t disappoint while you’re there.
15. Turn up the heat at this steamy cabaret show
Spice up your weekend with a visit to Nocturna’s Sin City, where an unforgettable night of provocative burlesque, mesmerizing aerial performances, soul-stirring live vocals and delicious cocktails await. Set in Savage Labs Wynwood, take a journey into your deepest fantasies at Nocturna: Sin City by getting tickets here!
16. Enjoy a sultry evening at NaughtyAirOtic
Over in Fort Lauderdale, AirOtic Soireé is a cirque-style burlesque show that brings stunning aerial acrobats together to wow its audience with a performance they surely won’t forget. Grab a cocktail and let your inhibitions run wild with all the extravagant costumes and seductive choreography. Secure your tickets to AirOtic Soirée today!
So there you have it — all the best things to do this weekend, and there’s something for everyone here. Now that you know where and when to go, head out there and make it the best weekend yet!