The Best Events at Miami Art Week 2026
To help you navigate Miami Art Week's packed schedule, we created this guide featuring the top fairs, exclusive exhibitions, and immersive installations you absolutely cannot miss.
And in case you did not know, the city's booming cultural scene was truly ignited 36 years ago by the launch of Art Miami, which remains our longest-running contemporary art fair. At Miami Living, we know that balancing a relentless schedule of VIP previews and gallery hops requires a strategic approach, so we have handpicked the defining events of the season just for you.
Top Fairs & Ongoing Exhibitions
Ken Hayden, Art Miami + CONTEXT Art Miami.
Dates: December 1–6, 2026 (VIP Previews: December 1)
Location: One Herald Plaza, Downtown Miami
Miami's longest-running contemporary and modern art fair returns for its 36th edition on the waterfront. This cornerstone event features over 140 galleries from 25 countries, presenting 20th- and 21st-century works spanning modern masters, Post-War icons, and contemporary media. A highlight this year is the presentation of the Art Miami Lifetime Visionary Award to artist Shepard Fairey, accompanied by a curated showcase in the VIP Lounge.
Ken Hayden, Art Miami + CONTEXT Art Miami.
Dates: December 1–6, 2026 (VIP Previews: December 1)
Location: One Herald Plaza, Downtown Miami
Situated alongside and connected to Art Miami, CONTEXT provides a complementary platform focused on emerging and mid-career artists. Featuring more than 50 international galleries, the fair highlights innovative contemporary practices and special projects. Notably, Shepard Fairey will perform an exclusive DJ set during the opening night on December 1.
Aqua Art Miami
Dates: December 2–6, 2026 (VIP Preview: December 2)
Celebrating its 20th anniversary, Aqua Art Miami transforms an intimate South Beach hotel into a vibrant hub for emerging and mid-career talent. Exhibition spaces open directly onto a central courtyard, fostering a relaxed, discovery-driven environment. To mark the milestone, Shepard Fairey will unveil a large-scale exterior mural and perform a DJ set during the VIP Preview.
Andrea Mora, AMOarts
Dates: Ongoing
Location: 1101 NW 23rd St, Miami
This Allapattah destination specializes in large-scale, immersive installations. A must-visit during Art Week, Superblue offers Blue Sea Sky, an ethereal exploration of light, color, and perception by renowned artist James Turrell, providing a striking departure from traditional gallery viewing.
Michael Malyszk (provided to Frost Science)
Dates: October 10, 2026 – April 11, 2027
Location: 1101 Biscayne Blvd, Miami
For a family-friendly cultural experience, Frost Science presents The Science Behind Pixar. This interactive exhibition explores the intersection of art, technology, and storytelling through more than 50 hands-on elements, offering insights into the creation of beloved animated films like Toy Story and The Incredibles.
Exclusive Previews & Activations
Bert Stern - Marilyn Monroe Nude on a Bed
Dates: November 15, 2026 – August 2027 (VIP Reception: November 30)
Location: 2200 NW 24th Ave, Miami
Following a successful New York run, The Life Force: Portraits from the Amparo & Manuel Foundation debuts in Miami. This exhibition features 45 works spanning varied mediums, examining the complexities of the human body, intimacy, and resilience through a diverse selection of thought-provoking pieces. A special VIP reception takes place on November 30.
Digital rendering of Christopher Joshua Benton’s A Lore Supreme on Faena Beach
Dates: November 30, 2026 (Invite Only)
Presented by Chase Sapphire Reserve, Faena Art offers an exclusive preview of its Art Week commissions. Highlights include Christopher Joshua Benton’s A Lore Supreme, a 27-foot mirrored disco ball on the beach, and Marinella Senatore’s immersive light installation An Expanded Baroque Crown inside the Faena Cathedral.
W Miami
Dates: December 5, 2026 (12 PM – 4 PM)
Location: 485 Brickell Ave, Miami
During its signature Brickell Brunch Sessions at TULUM Rooftop Bar & Restaurant, W Miami hosts a live art activation. Chilean artist Nicolás Rojas Leon will transform a Solgaard suitcase into a one-of-a-kind artwork via spray-painting, accompanied by live music from DJ Charlie Woods.
Liv Miami Beach
Dates: December 3–6, 2026
Location: Fontainebleau Miami Beach, 4441 Collins Ave, Miami Beach
LIV Miami Beach anchors the weekend's nightlife with a formidable DJ lineup. The energy peaks with UK electronic duo Prospa on Thursday and the groove-heavy tech house of PAWSA on Friday, providing a high-octane conclusion to days spent exploring galleries.