Belle and Sebastian will celebrate their 30th anniversary at the Arsht with a performance of If You’re Feeling Sinister in its entirety, along with songs from across the band’s career. The group, which currently includes seven members, released their most recent album, Late Developers , in 2023. This concert will mark Belle and Sebastian’s first appearance in Miami in more than a decade and was named one of the most anticipated tours of 2026. Belle and Sebastian recorded the

When you have been creating art for 13 years, you have found an enormous number of inspirations. A rising sun. Sailboats. Palm Trees. Beautiful buildings. A peacock. But what if you had an opportunity to pull all of those concepts together into one piece of art – a ribbon that will go around the necks of 18,500 runners in the 2026 Life Time Miami Marathon & Half presented by FP Movement . That was the immediate thought of Miami-based artist Courtney Einhorn after she was sele

Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs announces the 2026 State of the County and State of the Arts addresses, new construction solicitation for Joseph Caleb Auditorium, multiple grant deadlines, a major PortMiami public art call, the 2026 Golden Ticket Arts Guide, a cultural grants workshop, and a guest services job opening.

The Callaway Sisters will bring their signature blend of Broadway classics and vocal harmony to the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center on Friday, January 23, at 8 p.m. with Broadway the Calla-way, part of the City of Aventura’s 2025–2026 Broadway Concert Series. Tony-nominated sisters Liz Callaway and Ann Hampton Callaway are known for performances that move seamlessly between musical theater, jazz, and the American Songbook. The program features songs from well-known Broadway

The Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science has announced its January 2026 programming, featuring a mix of exhibitions, family-focused events, music-driven experiences, and community initiatives. All activities take place at the museum’s downtown Miami campus unless otherwise noted. A major highlight continues to be Leonardo da Vinci – 500 Years of Genius , now on view through April 5, 2026. The exhibition offers an in-depth look at Leonardo da Vinci’s life and work thro

Miami-Dade County is accepting applications for two major artist opportunities through the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, including a large-scale public art commission at PortMiami and the return of its Artist Access Grant Program. Through its Art in Public Places Program, the county is requesting qualifications from professional visual artists based in the United States to create new artworks for the renovated and expanded Terminal G at PortMiami, develop

Miami Living brings you the following upcoming concerts and live performances happening from January 11 through January 18 in Miami and nearby South Florida. Al Di Meola January 15 Al Di Meola is an acclaimed jazz fusion guitarist recognized for his technical precision and work with Return to Forever, as well as a long solo career that blends jazz, Latin, and world music influences. He has earned multiple Grammy Awards and international recognition. Purchase Tickets In the En

Classic rock legends Burton Cummings and Randy Bachman have announced a U.S. headline concert in South Florida as part of The Guess Who’s 2026 Takin’ It Back Tour. The show will take place on March 1 2026 at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida. Tickets are available here. The March 1 concert marks a rare reunion moment for longtime fans, following the band’s recent announcement of a celebratory tour after reclaiming the rights to their name. The Florida ap

Miami Design District announces an exhibition by artist Zak Ové, including a special first look event with the artist presenting his project “Jouvert.”

VISU Contemporary presents Vanishing Act , an exhibition by internationally acclaimed photographer David LaChapelle , on view now through January 31, 2026, in Miami Beach. The exhibition brings together more than 30 significant works from across LaChapelle’s four-decade career, including the world premiere of nine new photographs. Curated by VISU Contemporary founder Bruce Halpryn, Vanishing Act explores the accelerating pace of modern life and the tension between beauty and

The Miami International Piano Festival Academy (MIPFA) is holding its fourth annual winter residency in Miami Beach from January 6 through January 12, 2026, bringing together emerging pianists from around the world and internationally recognized faculty for an immersive week of study, performance, and public engagement. Supported by funding from the City of Miami Beach and hosted in partnership with the Cadet Hotel, the Academy welcomes up to 22 advanced piano students for a

Stand-up comedian Tom Cotter takes the stage at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center on Friday, January 9, at 8 p.m., as part of the Aventura Comedy Series presented by the City of Aventura. The performance features Cotter’s fast-paced humor and sharp observational style, built on decades of national and international touring. Cotter is widely known for his appearance on NBC’s America’s Got Talent, where he became the first comedian to reach the finals. His career predates th

The Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center opens its 2026 performance season on January 17 with a concert by Canadian jazz vocalist and pianist Laila Biali, who will present Joni Mitchell & The Canadian Songbook at 8 p.m. The program centers on reinterpretations of Joni Mitchell’s work alongside songs by influential Canadian songwriters who helped shape the country’s musical identity. Biali’s performance draws on her reputation for expressive vocals and piano-driven storytelling

In 2024, the global art market hit an estimated $57.5 billion (€49.5 billion) in sales, according to the Art Basel and UBS Art Market Report 2025 , underscoring art’s significance as an asset class. Art is traditionally associated with noble motivations and heritage. However, the art market, with its high value per unit transactions, subjective and/or manipulated valuations, and relative opacity, can be exploited as a tool for criminal investment and money laundering, particu

The Bass Museum of Art in Miami Beach has released its winter 2026 schedule, featuring new exhibitions, public programs, family workshops, teen opportunities, and special events including the annual Bass Ball gala and South Beach Jazz Festival’s Society Jazz Night.

Miami Design District will offer guided public art tours in January 2026, highlighting key artworks and installations across the neighborhood, with registration available online.

Although there are no early 2026 performances scheduled in Miami, Miami Living Magazine  is proud to celebrate the extraordinary talent of pianist Yuja Wang  and share her full 2026 tour schedule. Born in Beijing in 1987, pianist Yuja Wang  demonstrated exceptional talent from an early age, beginning piano lessons at six and later studying at the Beijing Conservatory before relocating to Canada. By the age of 15, she won the Aspen Music Festival concerto competition, marking

Meet Oliver Latta, also know as Extraweg , the master 3D artist and creative director. Based in Berlin, Extraweg opened his creative studio after huge success after posting some of his work in his Instagram account. From that moment, Extraweg has become an international force in 3D animation and design. His provocative work often showcases humans and unusual body parts in integrate motion -- often displayed in pink hues. Some find his work amusing while others find it distur

Miami-Dade County’s Department of Cultural Affairs has opened new grant cycles, artist calls, workshops, jobs and free marketing opportunities for artists, cultural organizations and small businesses through 2026.

New World Symphony returns to the Adrienne Arsht Center on Saturday, January 10, with an orchestral program centered on jazz-infused American classics, extending the energy of the holiday season into the new year. The evening features Rhapsody in Blue, reimagined through a collaboration between the orchestra and the Marcus Roberts Jazz Trio. Performed with full symphonic forces, George Gershwin’s iconic work is reshaped through improvisation, blending classical structure with

Take a break from the beach and indulge yourself in the vibrant art scene of Miami. From contemporary art to historic artifacts, Miami's museums have something to offer for everyone. Here are some of our favorites: Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) Type: Contemporary art museum Address: 1103 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132 Phone: (305) 375-3000 Website PAMM is a contemporary art museum located in downtown Miami. The museum features works by both local and international artists,

The Bass Museum of Art in Miami Beach announces an expanded Art Pop-Up at The Shop, a new café partnership with Unique Catering Design, major exhibitions by Lawrence Lek and Jack Pierson, upcoming winter art camps for children, and a South Beach Jazz Festival concert and VIP reception.

The world’s most iconic music festival returns to The Hangar at Regatta Grove this February, as Montreux Jazz Festival Miami  once again transforms the shores of The Magic City into a playground of sound, soul, and creative energy. Hailed as “the Rolls Royce of music festivals,” Montreux Jazz Festival has long stood as a beacon of musical excellence. Adi Oasis Its Miami edition, now entering its third year, infuses that legacy with a distinctly tropical flair — blending the s

YoungArts will host its annual YoungArts Miami Gala on Saturday, January 10, 2026, at the Rubell Museum, marking the conclusion of National YoungArts Week and bringing together leaders from the arts, business, and philanthropic communities for an evening centered on artistic excellence and long-term support for emerging talent. The gala is expected to welcome nearly 300 artists, cultural leaders, philanthropists, and community figures. The evening will feature performances

Every January, the quiet mountain towns of Park City and Salt Lake City transform into the beating heart of independent cinema—and in 2026, the Sundance Film Festival is gearing up for one of its most meaningful years yet. The nonprofit Sundance Institute has unveiled a vibrant lineup of 90 feature films and seven episodic projects, a sweeping global mix of bold storytelling and fresh voices. In total, 105 projects—plus the already announced Park City Legacy program—will shap

The Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs announced The Vasari Project at 25, an exhibition and archival celebration highlighting a quarter-century of visual art documentation in Miami-Dade County. The project is on view through December 18, 2025, at the Miami-Dade Public Library System’s Special Collections and Archives at 101 West Flagler Street in downtown Miami. The Vasari Project, initiated in 2000 by a trio of cultural leaders including art librarian Margar

VISU Contemporary will present Vanishing Act, a major exhibition by internationally acclaimed photographer David LaChapelle , on view from November 29, 2025, through January 31, 2026, in Miami Beach. The exhibition brings together more than 30 significant works from across LaChapelle’s four-decade career, including the world premiere of nine new photographs. Curated by VISU Contemporary founder Bruce Halpryn, Vanishing Act explores the accelerating pace of modern life and th

Pérez Art Museum Miami has selected two works by artist Daniel Ochoa for its permanent collection as part of the 2025 SCOPE Art Show PAMM Prize. The acquisition follows SCOPE Art Show, held in Miami Beach from December 2 to 7, and marks the third year of the museum’s partnership with the fair. Installation view of Quiet Hours at SCOPE Art Show, featuring Daniel Ochoa, Inside Your Body, There is a Light That Never Goes Out (2025) and Biophoton (2025). Courtesy of the artist an

Dance NOW! Miami presented Program I on Friday, December 19, 2025, at the Sanctuary of the Arts in Coral Gables, marking the company’s winter season with a program that brought together contemporary ballet, modern dance, and historical repertory. The evening centered on Winter’s Breath, a ballet set to Antonio Vivaldi’s music as reimagined by composer Max Richter. Created in 2015 by Dance NOW! Miami co-artistic directors Hannah Baumgarten and Diego Salterini, the work explo

Miami’s holiday season offers so much. That’s why we created this special guide—to help you make the most of it. Inside, you’ll find festive events, must-try places to eat, and plenty more, all curated especially for the holidays. Enjoy, and share it with friends and family. Holiday Spirit & Santa / Light Shows Miami embraces the season with warm-weather holiday magic, offering visits with Santa, immersive light installations, and festive displays set against tropical backdro

As Miami welcomes 2026, these local favorites and cultural destinations will be open New Year's Day , offering residents and visitors opportunities to explore botanical gardens, enjoy festive celebrations, and savor diverse dining experiences throughout the day. FAIRCHILD TROPICAL BOTANIC GARDEN: EXPLORE 83 ACRES OF TROPICAL BEAUTY Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden will be open New Year's Day, offering visitors the opportunity to explore 83 acres of rare tropical plants, s

The City of Miami Gardens has launched its first citywide public art initiative with the unveiling of a large-scale mural honoring former Florida State Senator and longtime resident Oscar Braynon II. The project debuted this month at Rolling Oaks Park during LOUD Week, marking a new chapter in the city’s cultural development. Led by Miami Gardens Councilwoman Linda Julien, the initiative was developed in collaboration with Love of Urban Design (LOUD) and coincided with the

Her Majesty Queen Sofía of Spain will travel to Miami on January 28, 2026, to present the Sophia Awards for Excellence during a formal gala at the Pérez Art Museum Miami, marking a major international cultural event in South Florida. The awards, organized by the Queen Sofía Spanish Institute , recognize individuals and institutions that have made lasting contributions to the cultural, artistic, diplomatic, and humanitarian connections between the Spanish-speaking world and

Miami City Ballet is preparing to welcome audiences this December with the return of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker, accompanied by a special conversation with Principal Dancers Nathalia Arja and Samantha Hope Galler that explores ballet, mental health, and life inside one of the country’s leading dance companies. The discussion, hosted by Ari Bliss on the Growth, Grace, Gratitude Podcast, offers a behind-the-scenes look at the personal journeys of two principal ballerin

The South Beach Jazz Festival, presented by local non-profit Power Access, celebrates its 10th anniversary  January 8–11, 2026 , with a lineup worthy of its milestone year. The four-day festival will feature Grammy Award-winning and internationally acclaimed artists, and local legends performing throughout Miami Beach at venues including Faena Theater, The Bass Museum of Art, Collins Park, Lincoln Road, and the Miami Beach Bandshell. Free and ticketed performances. Leading th

In 1954, during a period of personal upheaval, Pablo Picasso created a small but significant group of paintings portraying his youngest children, Claude and Paloma. Painted in Vallauris shortly after his separation from Françoise Gilot, the works reflect an intimate moment in the artist’s life, shaped by distance, reunion, and emotional transition. One of these paintings, The Two Children, dated May 14, 1954, is now being shown publicly after decades in private custody at the

Miami-Dade County’s Art in Public Places program has opened major 2025 calls for artists for landmark public art commissions at Miami International Airport and the North Bay Village Hall and Safety Complex, with combined budgets exceeding $6 million.

Miami Design District announces a new AMI Paris kids collection feature, lunch service at Le Specialità, a curated holiday gift guide, and key 2026 cultural events including SOBEWFF, Miami Concours, and a public art tour.

Miami Design District has announced a new collaboration with creative platform Edglrd to bring fresh cultural programming and experiences to the neighborhood.

In April 2005, The Simpsons featured an episode where Marge, embarrassed by her hometown’s reputation for being uneducated and uncultured, invites a world-famous architect to design a new concert hall for the city. The architect, Frank Gehry (playing himself), crumples Marge’s letter in frustration and throws it to the ground. Looking down, the creased paper inspires him, and the episode cuts to a model of a concert hall that copies the shape of the crumpled letter. By buildi

Centered on the theme “Celebrating Air, Land & Sea,” Art Deco Weekend  returns to Miami Beach January 9-11, marking its 49th year honoring the city’s most storied style. The beloved festival invites visitors to step inside history with guided tours of landmark art deco hotels, homes and cultural icons that have doubled as stars in Hollywood films and pop culture for over a century. Credit: Provided by the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau www.miamiandmiamibeach.com .

Kickstarter partnered with SCOPE Art Show during Art Basel Miami Beach to present a two-day panel series that examined creative independence, alternative funding models, and the intersection of art, music, and community. The discussions took place December 4–5 at SCOPE’s Ocean Drive location and drew artists, curators, musicians, and cultural leaders into focused conversations on how creative ecosystems are evolving. Across both days, the panels featured Miami-based voices al

The Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science presents a full slate of December programming, combining extended holiday hours, immersive exhibitions, seasonal events, and family-focused experiences at its downtown Miami campus. Extended Holiday Hours and Seasonal Programming Frost Science extends museum hours throughout the holiday season, offering additional time to explore exhibitions and special activations. Guests can also experience holiday-themed building light shows

The Bass wrapped Miami Art Week with a well-attended opening reception that brought together members, artists, VIP passholders, and creatives for an evening of contemporary art. Exhibiting artists Sarah Crowner and Lawrence Lek were joined by Board Chairman George Lindemann and President Diane Lieberman, as guests explored the galleries with music and refreshments. Miami Art Week Recap at The Bass Photography by World Red Eye. Images courtesy of The Bass, Miami Beach. View Ar

During Miami Art Week, Arlo Wynwood emerged as one of the neighborhood’s most dynamic cultural hubs. The hotel hosted ART ACCESS, a full-property takeover that transformed the space into an all-day destination for art, music and community, welcoming both seasoned collectors and curious passersby into a multi-sensory experience. As the first hotel to open in Wynwood, Arlo has long positioned itself at the intersection of hospitality and creativity. ART ACCESS brought that eth

South Florida Symphony Orchestra (SFSO), under the direction of Music Director Maestra Sebrina María Alfonso, ushered in the holiday season with its cherished annual performances of Handel’s Messiah (Part I) and Holiday Pops, presented on December 6 at The Parker in Fort Lauderdale and December 7 at Barry University’s Shepard & Ruth K. Broad Performing Arts Center in Miami Shores. At the Barry University performance, the afternoon began with a pre-concert talk with Dr. Alan

The Tribeca Festival returned to Art Basel Miami Beach for its fourth annual edition, presenting two nights of live performances at the Miami Beach Bandshell on December 5–6. The program, presented by Google Gemini, brought together new voices in music and storytelling during one of the city’s most active cultural weeks. The 2025 lineup highlighted emerging artists shaping contemporary culture. On December 5, the Bogotá-based, Latin Grammy–nominated group Monsieur Periné per

The Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club, Autograph Collection hosted the opening reception for multidisciplinary artist Hira Majeed during Miami Art Week, debuting an exhibition that remained open to the public through Dec. 7. Guests were given an intimate first look at the collection, with Majeed present to discuss the themes, influences, and processes behind her work. During the event, Majeed unveiled “Serenity,” a life-size Cadillac F1 car sculpture painted on-site using color-shi

The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center opens the new year with a varied January schedule highlighting magic, comedy, classical music, and theatrical tributes. The venue will present a full month of programming designed for a wide range of audiences. The season begins on January 3 with Magic & Mayhem – LIVE! Witness The Impossible! by Cirque Journey Entertainment. The show features interactive illusions led by Dizzy the Trickster, known for The Illusionists on Broadway, alongside

'Mostly Baroque' will launch a three-concert classical music festival from February 26 to March 1, 2026, at the Carnival Studio Theater inside the Adrienne Arsht Center. The South Florida ensemble specializes in historically informed performances of Baroque composers such as Bach, Handel, Telemann, and Vivaldi. The group emphasizes the intimate scale and sound of a Baroque orchestra, using period instruments or precise reproductions. Baroque bows, gut strings, and historicall