Faena Theater Brings Latin Jazz and Halloween to Miami Beach
Faena Theater’s fall calendar pairs live jazz with late-night Halloween programming in Miami Beach. Sammy Figueroa and Aymée Nuviola perform on October 21 as part of the ninth annual Faena Jazz Series, followed by Memento Mori, a theatrical Halloween party on October 31. The concert season continues through June 2027.
Curated and produced by Rachel Faro, the Faena Jazz Series scheduled British vocalist Emma Smith for its October 4 opening. The remaining program spans Latin jazz, Caribbean traditions, Brazilian music and Argentine tango, with performances by Bebel Gilberto, VARI and the Pablo Ziegler Jazz Tango Trio among the season’s bookings.
Sammy Figueroa and Aymée Nuviola Perform October 21
Percussionist Sammy Figueroa and Cuban vocalist Aymée Nuviola bring A Celebration of Latin Jazz to the theater on Wednesday, October 21, at 8 p.m. Their collaboration centers on Afro-Cuban rhythms and jazz improvisation, combining Figueroa’s percussion with Nuviola’s vocal repertoire.
Tickets start at $80, and the performance is open to guests of all ages. Check-in begins 45 minutes before showtime. You can purchase tickets through Faena’s official event page.
The 2026–2027 Jazz Calendar
Following the October performances, the announced schedule includes:
Date | Performance |
November 25, 2026 | Reginald Policard Quintet featuring Jean Caze |
December 9, 2026 | Etienne Charles presents A Creole Christmas |
January 14, 2027 | Bebel Gilberto, presented with the South Beach Jazz Festival; two performances |
February 24, 2027 | Nicole Zuraitis |
March 3, 2027 | Danielle Angrand featuring Shelly Berg |
April 7, 2027 | VARI, also known as Varijashree Venugopal |
May 12, 2027 | Pablo Ziegler Jazz Tango Trio |
June 16, 2027 | Nicole Henry |
Bebel Gilberto’s January engagement requires separate tickets through the South Beach Jazz Festival and is excluded from the jazz season pass.
Memento Mori on Halloween Night
On Saturday, October 31, Memento Mori begins at 11 p.m. inside Faena Theater. Faena describes the event as a combination of theatrical performance and late-night dancing.
General admission provides entry to a standing party; seating and beverages are not included. Groups can reserve VIP seating, with options including front-of-stage sofas and side banquettes. Purchase general admission tickets or consult Faena’s Halloween event page for table reservations.
The property’s Halloween programming also extends to Los Fuegos by Francis Mallmann, Pao by Paul Qui and El Secreto Omakase for dinner, along with music and cocktails at The Living Room and Tree of Life. These venues have separate reservations and spending requirements where applicable.
Faena Miami Beach is located at 3201 Collins Avenue. For jazz group reservations and series information, contact Faena Theater Sales at 786-559-6016.