Don’t Miss a Moment: A Curated Guide to Miami Art Week’s Special Events and Programs
- rcastro05
- Nov 9
- 6 min read
From December 1-7, Miami once again transforms into a citywide canvas during Art Week. Across Miami Beach, Brickell, Wynwood and beyond, creativity spills from galleries to rooftops, promenades and supper clubs. Here’s your curated look at the week’s must-see moments.
MIAMI BEACH
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20
Opening Reception of borderline at The Goodtime Hotel | 601 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139
Found Photo Teen on the Phone in the Bathtub with rollers by Leah Mendez
The Goodtime Hotel, in collaboration with Queue Gallery, Supermarket Gallery and Miami Art Society, debuts borderline—a collaborative exhibition featuring 11 South Florida artists exploring the intersections of painting, photography, sculpture, and ceramics. The opening reception on Thursday, November 20, from 7–11 p.m., invites guests to “linger in the in-between” with live music, entertainment, passed bites, and complimentary drinks from The Restaurant at The Goodtime Hotel.
DECEMBER 1-7
Live Performances at The Betsy Hotel | 1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
During Miami Art Week, The Betsy Hotel continues its legacy as a cultural hub with a weeklong lineup of free public performances at The Piano Bar, featuring acclaimed local musicians including David Attelan, Angel Perez, Leonard Reina and Brian Murphy.
Perfume-Making with Tijon at The Gates Hotel South Beach | 2360 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139
Tijon Pop-Up Cart
Every Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., The Gates Hotel South Beach teams up with luxury perfumery Tijon for an interactive 30-minute fragrance lab, where guests can craft personalized 55 ml bottled perfumes guided by experts and take home exclusive gifts from Tijon’s Miami Collection. Guests can book online HERE or directly at the hotel concierge.
Public Art on Lincoln Road | Lincoln Road, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Mr. Pink Takes Flight by Philippe Katerine_Renderings by Sarah Delbos
Miami Beach’s iconic open-air promenade becomes an outdoor gallery during Art Week 2025, showcasing 14 large-scale installations by artists such as Philippe Katerine, Gillie and Marc, Rubem Robierb and Oscar Esteban Martinez, turning Lincoln Road into a dynamic cultural experience accessible to all.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2
Paws and Palettes at Hotel Continental | 4000 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33140
Hotel Continental and artist Danny O’Connor host Paws and Palettes on Tuesday, December 2, a free poolside art event where guests can bring pet photos for O’Connor to “re-paw-duce” during sessions from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 4-9 p.m., complemented by bites and chilled cocktails from Divebar.
Driven by Art: Live Car Sculpture by Hiraa Majed at Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club | 3925 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33140
Cadillac F1 Art Sculpture_Photo Credit: Hira Majeed
Starting on Tuesday, December 2 at noon, multidisciplinary artist Hira Majeed will live paint “Serenity,” a life-size Cadillac F1 car sculpture on-site on Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club’s front porch overlooking Collins Ave. Crafted primarily from clay and resin, the sculpture bridges motorsport, design and contemporary art while reflecting the tranquility and focus that inspire both driving and creation. The installation celebrates the Cadillac Hotel & Beach Club’s legacy as a Miami Beach icon and offers a moment of stillness amid the energy of Miami Art Week.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3
An Afternoon of Art at Hotel Continental | 4000 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33140
The Summer of 1948 by Danny O'Connor_Credit: Hotel Continental
Hotel Continental and Danny O’Connor present An Afternoon of Art on Wednesday, December 3, from 1-5 p.m., where O’Connor paints live by the pool, reimagining scenes from his piece “The Summer of 1948” as guests enjoy poolside refreshments from Divebar.
Ungated Connections at The Gates Hotel South Beach | 2360 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139
On Wednesday, December 3, from 5-9 p.m., The Gates Hotel South Beach presents Ungated Connections, an evening for Bitcoin collectors featuring the debut of a BTC art collection, crypto meetups, and educational panels on digital art and blockchain innovation. To learn more about all of The Gates’ Miami Art Week events, visit HERE.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4
Christo and Jeanne-Claude Exhibition at The Betsy Hotel | 1440 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Surrounded Islands, Biscayne Bay, Greater Miami, Florida, 1980-83_Photo By Wolfgang Volz2
The Betsy Hotel’s Exhibitions Program, curated by owner Lesley Goldwasser, presents 38 limited-edition works by Christo and Jeanne-Claude—many photographed by Wolfgang Volz—in The Betsy Gallery. A free public opening takes place on Thursday, December 4, at 10 p.m.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 5
Art Deco Fashion Show and More at The Gates Hotel South Beach | 2360 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139
The Gates Hotel South Beach and luxury brand NADJEA celebrate Miami’s art deco heritage with The Art Deco Fashion Show on Friday, December 5, from 1–5 p.m., highlighted by a 4 p.m. runway featuring Gustavo Granados models, NADJEA’s latest collection, and a live DJ set by Rick Sancho. To register or purchase tickets, click HERE.
ByHaze Headshot
That evening, and again on Sunday, December 7, from 7:30-10 p.m., a collaboration with NFTCLT and Vibes After Dark invites guests into a multisensory mix of sound healing, art and film inspired by ByHaze’s upcoming Clovis Lane album. To register for December 5, click HERE. To register for December 7, click HERE.
Art Deco Fashion Show Pop-Up Shop
On December 5 and 6, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., NADJEA also hosts two days of poolside pop-up shops featuring resort wear, art and beauty collections from Miami designers and makers. The pop-up is free and open to the public for ages 21 and older. To register for either day, click HERE.
Vanishing Act Opening Reception at VISU Contemporary | 2160 Park Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139
Behold by David LaChapelle
VISU Contemporary unveils Vanishing Act by photographer David LaChapelle, on view November 29, 2025, through January 31, 2026. The exhibition features more than 30 works—including nine world premieres—that examine beauty, crisis and spirituality in a transforming world. The free public grand opening with LaChapelle will be held on Friday, December 5, 2025, from 6-9 p.m.
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6
Beauty and Wellness Day at The Gates Hotel South Beach | 2360 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139
BeautyXWellness_Photo Credit: Nadjea
The Gates Hotel South Beach and NADJEA present Beauty & Wellness Day on Saturday, December 6, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., with guided yoga, meditation and sound bowl sessions, plus live music, wellness activations and exclusive offers for local educators. To learn more or purchase a $15 ticket, click HERE.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7
EDEN at The Gates Hotel South Beach | 2360 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33139
Illusions of Luxury by Tuan Jones
On Sunday, December 7, from noon to 7 p.m., in collaboration with HOMME & Palette by artist Tuan Jones, The Gates Hotel South Beach hosts EDEN, an immersive celebration blending art, music and connection with an Artists and Collectors Brunch and featured works by Jones and Detroit-based Bandy Lee. To learn more about all of The Gates’ Miami Art Week events and purchase tickets, visit HERE.
Art Café with Ocisly Ceramics at SoFi Coffee | 344 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
SoFi Coffee Interior
Every Sunday from noon to 2:30 p.m., SoFi Coffee, a cozy, community-focused café in Miami Beach’s South of Fifth neighborhood, partners with Ocisly Ceramics to host an intimate art café experience, where up to 12 guests can sculpt, paint or collage for $35 per session. Tickets can be purchased for $35 at ocislyceramics.com.
BRICKELL
Surprise Celebrity Performances at Delilah Miami | 301 Brickell Key Drive, Miami, FL 33101
Delilah Miami's Indoor Dining Room
Delilah Miami, an elegant modern supper club, channels the allure of the Roaring ’20s with refined cuisine by Chef Mitchell Hesse, inventive cocktails, and award-winning design (it was recognized with a Restaurant & Bar Design Award). During Art Week, the venue known for its signature entertainment will unveil a lineup of surprise celebrity performances, concluding with Sunday Jazz Night, a soulful Miami tradition inspired by its iconic Los Angeles counterpart.
WYNWOOD
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 6
ART ACCESS at Arlo Wynwood | 2217 NW Miami Court, Miami, FL 33127
Arlo Wynwood's Exteriors Mural
Arlo Wynwood amplifies the energy of Miami Art Week with the debut of ART ACCESS on Saturday, December 6, an all-day immersive takeover that transforms the boutique art hotel into a vibrant fusion of creativity, sound and design. Curated in partnership with Twenty6North Productions, Revel Art and Sirak Studios, the experience unfolds throughout Arlo’s lively spaces, from the ground-floor restaurant to the rooftop lounge, offering guests a seamless, multisensory journey through art and rhythm.