For most Miami residents, Gramps Wynwood is tied to unforgettable memories. The iconic institution has continued to serve music, pizza and nightlife lovers over the years. But it recently broke hearts this week when Owner Adam Gersten took to Instagram to announce the venue’s closure.
The post reads:
“After 13 years, hundreds of bands, thousands of events, hundreds of thousands of back and forth emails, Gramps in Wynwood is closing.”
“We’re not closing today. We’re not closing tomorrow. We’re not closing next week…our final week of operation will be the first week of January, 2026.”
Gersten emphasized that the decision was made on their own terms and that they are not being thrown out, adding, “All I have to do is thank you all for the support.”
First opening in 2012, the kitschy bar and live music venue hosted everything from local artists to drag nights, comedy shows, bingo, pop-up parties and more. Not your typical dive bar, its eclectic space features arcade machines and colorful murals, with multiple bars, an expansive patio and stages for a diverse lineup of performances.
It’s a sad goodbye for the iconic joint that continuously brought the community together. Locals flooded their Instagram post with comments such as “RIP to the best venue in the world,” “Truly nothing left for us in Wynwood anymore 😢” and the occasional “Nooooooooo.”
Gramps’ legacy will surely remain in the hearts of Miamians forever. In the days leading up to its closure, they encourage fans to not just relive their memories, but share them, whether through flyers, photos or stories at 13@gramps.com. You can also get your hands on a commemorative T-shirt on their website.
Their Key Biscayne location overlooking the water, Gramps Getaway, will remain open.
📍 176 NW 24th St, Miami, FL 33127