Summer is now in full swing as the humidity keeps pressing down on us and the rainy season keeps bringing up crazy storms to our shores. But don’t let that get you down because there’s still plenty to check out in Miami this July! Make it a month to remember with these incredible plans:
With over 50,000 sq. ft. of immersive installations by world-renowned artists, there’s so much to explore at Superblue. This unique experiential art center invites visitors to journey through a reflective mirror, experience what it’s like to walk among the clouds, light up a room with their heartbeat and more!
You can’t trust your eyes at Wynwood’s Paradox Museum, where you might find yourself hanging upside down, disappearing into the walls or seemingly cut in two! Fun for kids and adults alike, this is a world where nothing makes sense and everything feels real. See which visual trickeries you’ll run into (that also make for great photo ops) when you grab tickets to Paradox Museum.
If you already know The Berry Farm for its line dancing nights, you’ll want to add this new summer series to your plans: Salsa Nights! The open-air event features two dance floors, with line dancing music alongside salsa, bachata, reggaeton, merengue and Latin throwbacks. It runs every Saturday from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., with barbecue and Beat Culture Brewery on site.
No July in Miami is complete without an Independence Day sky show! Every year, the holiday lights up our night skies with blue and red, from downtown Miami to Homestead — and we’ve rounded up some of the most dazzling firework displays across Bayfront Park, Lummus Park, Tropical Park and more, below.
Bayfront Park is throwing an epic, free block party for the 4th of July to ring in America’s 250th anniversary! With a stacked lineup of artists like Ja Rule, Ashanti, The Fray and Shaggy, in addition to midnight fireworks and a drone show over Biscayne Bay, this Independence Day will be one for the history books.
You can experience an absolutely magical summer here in Miami, thanks to the amazing spaces the city has to offer! Fever Originals is bringing its wildly popular Candlelight concert series to beautiful venues like Scottish Rite Temple for the season. With plenty of genres and musical themes to choose from, there’s bound to be a concert that’s perfect for you:
- July 10: Candlelight: Tribute to Maná
- July 10: Candlelight: Tribute to The Beatles
- July 18: Candlelight: Tribute to Juan Gabriel on Strings
- July 24: Candlelight: Featuring Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & More
- July 24: Candlelight: Coldplay vs. Imagine Dragons
- July 25: Candlelight: The Best of Frank Sinatra & Nat King Cole
We’re lucky to live near countless coastal small towns and natural wonders, whether you’re planning to take a short day trip or a long vacation. We’ve rounded up the beach town destinations in Florida for a day (or a few days) of exploration and fun.
For a memorable July escape, head north to Castle Otttis: a 50-foot, 7-million-pound castle in St. Augustine, built between 1984 and 1988 by Ottis Sadler and Rusty Ickes to resemble an 11th-century Irish abbey. The privately-owned site is occasionally open for tours by appointment and is frequently used for intimate weddings. Learn all about it below.
And one of our favorite things to do in the summer is setting up trips to Florida’s natural springs. We’ve put together a list of great springs to visit around the state, so grab your floaties and get ready to dive right in!
Leave the kids at home for this one! Miami’s Museum of Sex, a 32,000 square-foot hub near Wynwood, delves into the diverse facets of human sexuality through thought-provoking art, science and history. Explore fascinating exhibitions like F*CK Art 2026: Nature & Artifice and the wildly popular Super Funland: Journey into the Erotic Carnival.
As the FIFA World Cup continues its run in Miami, the city’s legendary nightlife, sports bars and open-air venues have transformed into epic viewing parties. From catching the matches on the waterfront through giant screens to drinking from collectible cleat glasses, the entire city is pulsing with fútbol fever this July.
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In celebration of the World Cup games in Miami, local transmedia artist dNASAb has kicked off the Betsy Orb’s newest projection program with a cinematic tribute to soccer titled “The Gooooaaaaal is Love.” Blending architectural projection, XR driven storytelling and large scale visual spectacle, the project creates a new kind of fan experience where the city, the crowd and the game itself become part of the film.
If you want to mix your Independence Day plans with something a little more active, celebrate at the Miami Beach Bandshell’s free 4th of July Roller Disco with All Skates Go To Heaven and DJs Kumi and Zac. Bring your own skates, blades or rent on site. Miami Beach residents get free rentals!
Dress up for a fun time at Florida Supercon
Florida’s largest pop culture convention is gearing up for its annual return to the city, consisting of multiple panels, meet-and-greets, exhibitors, artists, interactive activities and more! The epic three-day affair, running from July 10 to 12 at the Miami Beach Convention Center, is one for the (comic) books.
Don’t miss Shakira’s Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran Tour
The global pop icon is touching down in Miami for two back-to-back shows on July 1-2! As part of her latest world tour, Shakira will be lighting up the Kaseya Center with all her greatest hits and dance moves. You can expect her to play popular hits as well as tracks from her latest album, Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran.
If you’re looking for a culture-filled afternoon, carve out some time for the Freedom Tower — an iconic National Historic Landmark that served as Miami’s first skyscraper, the headquarters of its first newspaper and the legendary ‘El Refugio’ for Cuban exiles. Given its storied past, it’s the perfect spot to wander through exhibits that pulse with the city’s rich history. Each gallery is thoughtfully designed to reflect the building’s evolution from a center of information to a living archive of Miami’s diverse communities.
The special programming continues with family days and community events, so keep an eye on the Freedom Tower’s socials to stay up to date and book your tickets below!
If you’re spending time around the beach during World Cup final match days, the City of Miami Beach is running its complimentary water taxis from the Venetian Marina and Maurice Gibb Memorial Park with extended hours! The service and dedicated shuttles will operate throughout the day to connect fans to major hubs like the Miami Beach Bandshell.
When July in Miami turns up the heat, treat yourself to a rooftop pool day complete with sunshine and skyline views! Luckily for us, Miami is home to plenty of rooftop pools that can be visited with a day pass or a hotel room key, from the Kimpton EPIC to Moxy South Beach.
Don’t let these unmarked doors fool you… If you’re looking for exquisite drinks in a secretive hideout, why not check out the city’s speakeasies? From a dimly lit bar underneath a popular hotel to a Polynesian paradise serving up tropical concoctions and a lounge hidden behind a port-a-potty door, uncover Miami’s speakeasies here!
