Royal Palm South Beach has reopened following a more than $100 million transformation, bringing one of Miami Beach's best-known historic hotels back into service with redesigned accommodations, new dining venues, and restored architectural features. Located at 1545 Collins Avenue in the heart of the Art Deco District, the 1939 landmark returns as Marriott's first-ever Tribute Portfolio property after an extensive renovation. The reopening comes as South Beach continues to evo

From music and film to podcasting and purposeful storytelling, Malynda Hale has built a career defined by heart, creativity, and a genuine desire to connect with people. An award-winning actress, singer-songwriter, filmmaker, and founder of JMV Entertainment, she continues to use every creative medium to tell stories that inspire empathy and spark meaningful conversations. Following the theatrical release of Bull Street, in which she stars alongside Amy Madigan and Loretta De

South Florida jazz enthusiasts have two distinct live performances to add to their August calendars as community radio station WDNA 88.9FM hosts its monthly concert series in the station's Jazz Gallery at 2921 Coral Way in Miami. The August lineup features an international fusion of Afro-Cuban traditions alongside local modern jazz talent, expanding the venue's reputation for bringing diverse musical genres directly to the Coral Way arts corridor. Vincent Hsu The series opens

Family activities in Miami extend well beyond a day at the beach. Parents can introduce children to contemporary art, marine science and South Florida wildlife, then head outdoors to volunteer, paddle, bike or fly a kite. This guide focuses on experiences available throughout the year rather than one-time events, making it useful for both local families and visitors planning time with children. Photo: Francisco Rioseco/Unsplash Help Clean Miami's Shorelines A beach cleanup gi

There is a specific moment on a Saturday morning walk, in any city that pays attention to how people present themselves, when a stranger's eyes go straight to the dog's neck before they ever reach the owner's face. Not the leash. Not the outfit. The collar. Somewhere in the last few years, that small band of material stopped being an afterthought and started doing the same quiet work a good watch does: telling people, in about half a second, that someone here pays attention t

Long before omakase counters became a staple of our local nightlife, early pioneers were quietly introducing authentic Japanese flavors to our coastal city. Today, that rich culinary evolution shines brighter than ever. Nobu Miami Join us as we explore the absolute finest sushi bars and hidden dining rooms shaping our local dining scene right now. Elyu Omakase Bringing an exclusive culinary narrative to Coral Gables, Eiyu Omakase offers an intimate and luxurious dining adven

Miami Beach’s July music calendar is moving from strings and swing to Latin jazz and salsa as the South Beach Jazz Summer Series presents six free concerts at cultural landmarks across the city. The program opened July 16 at The Bass and continues through July 31, with four performances still ahead at Ocean Drive Promenade, Euclid Oval, Normandy Fountain, and the Art Deco Welcome Center. Photo: Jens Thekkeveettil/Unsplash Presented by Power Access in partnership with local cu

Miami Living's picks for sports events from July 22–29, featuring Miami Marlins, Inter Miami, Miami FC and more live sporting action in Miami. Photo/Pixabay Inter Miami CF Inter Miami CF vs. Chicago Fire FC — July 22 Purchase Tickets Inter Miami returns from the FIFA World Cup break with a major Eastern Conference matchup against Chicago. Lionel Messi's short turnaround from the World Cup final makes his availability a central storyline, while Robert Lewandowski could make hi

Miami will host one of the year's highest-profile chess events when WR Chess brings Team USA and Team Uzbekistan to Faena Miami Beach for a two-day international rapid and blitz competition on July 27 and 28. The event marks the American debut of WR Chess's head-to-head national team format, featuring 10 of the world's leading grandmasters in a series of matches designed for both live audiences and global streaming. The competition uses the classic Scheveningen format, with e

The first major institutional Baldessari survey in South Florida brings together nearly 40 works spanning five decades, drawn from the Craig Robins Collection August 20, 2026–May 9, 2027. Photo: Fundación Malba Archive Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) is pleased to present John Baldessari: The End of the Line, a major survey spanning five decades of work by one of the most influential figures in conceptual art, opening August 20, 2026. Drawn largely from the Craig Robins Collect

With the end of the FIFA World Cup around the corner, you're going to need something to fill all that time with! Here is everything Miami Film Festival is bringing to a screen near you for the rest of July and into August. For fans of documentaries, we have screenings covering the past and present of activist movements in Cuba and Puerto Rico. If you're looking for something more lighthearted, then check out The Devine Tragedy (don't let the title fool you). We also still ha

Vizcaya Museum and Gardens is extending its hours on select Fridays this summer with Vizcaya Summer Fridays, a program that gives visitors extra time to explore the property with music, live art and views of Biscayne Bay. On Summer Fridays, the Main House stays open until 7:30 p.m. and the gardens remain open until 8 p.m. The program is included with standard daytime general admission, allowing guests to spend the day at Vizcaya and stay into the evening. The series is built

Miami Living’s picks for performing arts from July 21–28, featuring live comedy, theater, musicals, drag performances and cultural entertainment across the Miami metro area. Speaking Tours Pour Minds Podcast: Still Sippin’ Tour — July 24 Purchase Tickets Drea Nicole and Lex P take their candid podcast conversations from the studio to the stage. The live show explores dating, friendships and everyday life through the hosts’ unfiltered humor and easy audience rapport. Comedy Ad

Miami Living brings you the following upcoming concerts and live performances happening from July 20–July 27, 2026 in Miami and nearby South Florida. Louis Tomlinson — July 24 Purchase Tickets Louis Tomlinson brings the How Did We Get Here? World Tour to Kaseya Center with special guest The Beaches. The former One Direction member’s solo catalog gives Friday night one of the weekend’s biggest arena performances. Lionel Richie and Earth, Wind & Fire — July 24 Purchase Tickets

Dutch design studio Vripack has launched Zero, a 70-meter all-electric sailing superyacht built in Harlingen, The Netherlands. Developed in collaboration with Dykstra Naval Architects, the vessel operates without a traditional engine and relies entirely on renewable energy. The yacht utilizes regenerative systems, including custom turbine propellers designed for hydro-generation. Additionally, 100 square meters of solar panels are integrated into the deck biminis to generat

A joint effort between American hotelier Ian Schrager and Marriott International, The Miami EDITION is a sophisticated modern luxury hotel located in the heart of Miami Beach. Click below to launch slideshow > Overview The Miami Beach EDITION is a restored mid-century hotel situated on 3.5 acres overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and just a 5 minute drive to Lincoln Road in South Beach. Upon entering, you are greeted by a glamorous and tropical-inspired luxurious lobby with orig

While most diners associate Italian cuisine solely with heavy sauces and long simmers, traditional coastal trattorias actually rely on remarkably light, acid-driven preparations that highlight the day's fresh catch. Photo: Casa Tua Today, that vibrant culinary heritage shines brighter than ever across our coastal city. Join us as we explore the absolute finest handmade pasta bars and hidden dining rooms shaping the best Miami Italian restaurants right now. Torno Subito Miami

Grotto Baths is opening a 7,500-square-foot social bathhouse in Miami's Wynwood neighborhood early this summer. Located at 325 NW 28th Street, the facility revives communal bathing traditions by offering a space dedicated to wellness, contrast therapy, and social connection. Co-founders Nathan Kaplan and Nick Anselmo developed the concept to address issues like digital overload and burnout. The facility provides an alternative to traditional nightlife, focusing on recovery an

Louis Vuitton has been named an Official Supplier and Branded Licensee of the FIFA World Cup 2026, introducing the official Trophy Trunk that will transport, protect and display football's most prestigious trophy throughout the tournament. The Trophy Trunk will make its first on-field appearance during the FIFA World Cup 2026 Final, when it will be carried onto the pitch by Louis Vuitton ambassadors alongside a FIFA legend. The ceremony continues a tradition that has been par

A new waterfront destination is coming into view at Currie Park. Breakwater Hospitality Group has been selected as the top-ranked proposer to design, build and operate Sea Salt Beach House as part of West Palm Beach’s $35 million redevelopment along the Intracoastal Waterway. The group will now enter contract negotiations with the city. Sea Salt Beach House is envisioned as an approximately 378-seat restaurant with indoor dining rooms, covered terraces and open-air seating ov