Arts & Business Council of Miami

Gables Gallery Night
2026-02-06 18:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York)
Coral Gables galleries and participating art venues open their doors on the first Friday of the month from 6 to 10 p.m. as part of Coral Gables Gallery Night. At this monthly event, attendees can enjoy live music and fine art while enjoying a night out in the City Beautiful.
Visitors are encouraged to use the city’s trolleys or Freebee on-demand vehicles to travel between galleries.

Thursdays at PAMM: Weekend Warm Up with Pressure Point
2026-02-05 20:00 - 23:00
Celebrate the art and sounds of the Caribbean with live music by Pressure Point on our waterfront terrace. Inside the museum, before the music begins, join us at 7pm for a special program bringing together Caribbean art, culture, and community. Presented through Pérez Art Museum Miami’s (PAMM) Green Family Foundation Caribbean Cultural Institute, the program features British-Trinidadian artist Zak Ové as part of the Scholl Lecture Series.

How to Break in a Glove
2026-02-05 14:30 - 2026-02-22 19:30
Presented by City Theatre and Adrienne Arsht Center by Chris Anthony Ferrer
Family isn’t always an easy fit.
In 1999 Miami, an 11-year-old boy clings to the fractured pieces of his Cuban-American family: an iron-willed grandfather, a devoted but weary grandmother, a father fighting for relevance and a mother torn between rebellion and responsibility. When a night of crisis unearths buried tensions, love and survival collide in a battle for connection, legacy and the desperate need to belong. As with a new baseball glove, they must break in their bonds, stretching, softening and learning to hold on before it’s too late.
Kick off opening night with a retro, Miami-inspired preshow party on Friday, February 6! Enjoy throwback DJ tunes, classic Cuban flavors available for purchase from the Cuban Guys and a can’t-miss photo moment.
Showings at 2:30pm and 7:30pm.

Classical Classics: The Monet of Music
2026-02-01 16:00 - 17:00
Ringing in the New Year with excitement, Dranoff 2 Piano Fusion welcomes piano duo sensation Genova & Dimitrov, arriving from Germany and making their first North American tour stop with us as they celebrate 30 years together!

In Pour Taste – A Comedy Wine Tasting Experience
2026-02-01 15:30 - 17:00, 2026-01-31 17:30 - 22:00, 2026-01-30 20:30 - 22:30
Join comedians Sweeney Preston and Ethan Cavanagh pair five wines with five hilarious stand-up sets only at the Moss Center. In this unique tasting experience that promises serves up equal parts laughter and libation.

Les Ballets Africains - "A Performance for the World"
2026-02-01 15:00 - 16:30
Experience the Moss Center debut of Les Ballets Africains, the world-renowned national dance company of the Republic of Guinea. Founded by celebrated Guinean choreographer Keita Fodeba, the company blends traditional African dance, music, rhythm, and storytelling into a vivid expression of cultural heritage. Get your tickets here.

Monica Bill Barnes & Company – Many Happy Returns
2026-01-24 17:00 - 2026-01-25 15:00
Join the Moss Center for a New York Times Critic’s Pick, this witty and heartfelt dance-theater piece explores memory, identity, and connection. Featuring Monica Bill Barnes and Robbie Saenz de Viteri, the production fuses movement and storytelling with humor and humanity.

Curious George – The Golden Meatball
2026-01-24 14:00 - 15:00
Everyone’s favorite monkey stars in a delightful family musical about friendship, fun, and the joy of cooking. This new adventure, based on the beloved PBS series, will have kids laughing and singing along.

The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra
2026-01-22 19:00 - 21:00
The most popular big band of all time returns with its timeless swing classics, including “In The Mood,” “Chattanooga Choo Choo,” and “Moonlight Serenade.” Enjoy this nostalgic evening of pure Americana.

Direct From Sweden – The Music Of ABBA
2026-01-18 19:00 - 20:30
Relive the magic of ABBA with this world-class tribute direct from Sweden. Featuring authentic costumes, impeccable vocals, and classic hits like “Mamma Mia,” “Waterloo,” and “Dancing Queen,” this concert will have audiences singing and dancing all night long.

Laila Biali Plays Joni Mitchell & The Canadian Songbook
2026-01-17 20:00 - 21:45
Multi-award-winning vocalist and pianist Laila Biali performs the music of Canada’s most beloved songwriters – from Leonard Cohen and Neil Young to k.d. lang and Sarah McLachlan – blending jazz, pop, and heartfelt storytelling.

Fruits of the Spirit – Opening Reception
2026-01-17 11:00 - 12:00
Experience Beth Bru’s first Miami solo show, exploring the nine virtues of Galatians 5:22–23, love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control, through bold, large-scale paintings and reflective visual storytelling. Join the artist for an exclusive first look, live music, and insights into her faith-driven practice.
Parking available for $5 with validation at the Miami-Dade Cultural Center Garage, located at 50 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33128.

Burlesque Magnifique
2026-01-16 20:00 - 2026-01-17 22:00
Step into a world of sparkling elegance, vintage flair, and irresistible tease with this ninety minute burlesque revue inspired by the golden era of cabaret. At the Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center in Cutler Bay, dazzling showgirls, captivating vocalists, and a live jazz band come together for a night filled with thrill, glamour, and pure entertainment.
10950 SW 211 Street, Cutler Bay, FL 33189

PAMM Art Storytime: Clay, Spirit, and Everyday Magic
2025-12-27 11:00 - 15:00
PAMM Art Storytime invites little ones and their families to explore how everyday objects can spark imagination and big feelings. Inspired by Woody De Othello’s coming forth by day, the program includes a read-along, hands-on sensory play, and a clay-inspired art activity. Free with RSVP; space is limited and pre-registration is required.

A Charlie Brown Christmas Concert
2025-12-22 17:00 - 19:30
Celebrate the holiday season with award-winning pianist Dr. Zachary Bartholomew and his trio in a joyful tribute to Vince Guaraldi’s timeless music. This interactive concert blends world-class jazz performance with stories about Guaraldi’s life and his beloved “A Charlie Brown Christmas” score, creating a festive experience for audiences of all ages.

Sensory Sunday @ HistoryMiami
2025-12-21 10:00 - 13:00
Sensory Sundays offer a welcoming, inclusive museum experience for families with children, teens, and young adults who are neurodiverse or have sensory or cognitive disabilities. Explore Tropical Dreams: A People’s History of South Florida through a touch tour, enjoy the galleries at your own pace, and spend time in the sensory-inclusive room and interactive building blocks area. Free with required registration; capacity is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Soulful Christmas: A Miami Holiday Concert
2025-12-19 19:30 - 2025-12-20 00:00
Get ready for a winter soirée, Miami style—journeying through decades of holiday music that shaped the season and soundtrack Black Christmas celebrations. Soulful Christmas delivers everything from smooth R&B renditions to soul-stirring gospel, creating an atmosphere of elegance and warmth, where memories & music harmonize with the hum of the soul.

Café con ópera
2025-12-16 12:00 - 13:00
Designed especially for senior audiences —but open to all— this series celebrates art in all its expressions: opera, classical music, poetry, sculpture, and more, in an intimate and accessible format.
Each gathering is a living canvas where musicians, singers, poets, and artists from The Opera Atelier come together in intimate performances that blend live music, words, and art. After the performance, the audience is invited to share a cup of coffee with the artists — a moment of warmth, conversation, and quiet inspiration.

'Twas the Night Before Christmas
2025-12-14 16:00 - 17:50
Enjoy everything you love about Seraphic Fire at Christmas in a new experience: timeless carols (“The First Noel,” “Joy to the World,” “Silent Night”) and a reading of the famed 1823 American poem, “A Visit from St. Nicholas”, which is known as ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas. Join Associate Conductor James K. Bass and Seraphic Fire for a program featuring Christmas classics, like “O Come All Ye Faithful” and “Jesus Christ the Apple Tree.”

Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida: The Nutcracker GALA EVENT
2025-12-11 19:30
Whether you are a long-time fan of The Nutcracker or experiencing it for the very first time, this 28th-anniversary performance promises to be a magical celebration you won’t want to miss. Be swept away by the enchanting world of dancing snowflakes, waltzing flowers, and the regal Sugar Plum Fairy — all brought to life through the exceptional artistry of Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida dancers and the visionary direction of Maestro Vladimir Issaev.
VIP Tickets are available for this celebration and will include a souvenir and drink voucher.

LOWE Presents: Bubbles & Brunch: Haas Brothers
2025-12-07 09:00 - 12:00
The Lowe Art Museum invites guests to an inspiring morning of art, conversation and community during Art Week. The event begins with a Prosecco brunch reception, followed by a lecture from the Haas Brothers titled The Immaterial in Material, which explores their imaginative approach to form, function and fantasy.
This program takes place Sunday, December 7 at the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami.
Twins Nikolai and Simon Haas founded the Haas Brothers in Los Angeles in 2010. Their practice spans design and contemporary art, blending playful fantasy with refined craftsmanship in mediums ranging from bronze and porcelain to beadwork and textiles. The duo’s work has been exhibited internationally and is held in prominent museum collections, celebrated for its fusion of humor, social commentary and boundary-pushing creativity.

The Nutcracker
2025-12-06 19:00 - 2025-12-07 16:30
Enjoy a little girl’s dreamlike journey to the magical Land of the Sweets with the Sugarplum Fairy, dazzling costume characters, and Tchaikovsky’s beautiful score. This stunning event will be the perfect highlight for the holiday season and features professional ballet dancers and students from Miami Youth Ballet.

The Main Event LOUD Week Miami Gardens
2025-12-06 18:00 - 21:00
Fashion Show, Art Activations, Vendors, and so much more!
Get ready for a powerful lineup of events that celebrate creativity, community, and culture. From immersive art installations and live painting to fashion shows, panel discussions, and networking mixers, LOUD Week is your all-access pass to the heartbeat of the urban creative movement. Join us in amplifying the voices and visions shaping tomorrow’s culture.

9th Annual Art Blues & Soul Festival
2025-12-06 15:00 - 21:00
Get ready for a day filled with amazing art, soulful music, and good vibes at our 9th Annual Art Blues & Soul Festival!

The 9th Annual Art Blues & Soul Festival“Class On The Grass” serves up R&B and soul performances with captivating visual art. Come celebrate culture, creativity, and the vibrant energy of this unforgettable event. Featuring Shirley Murdock, Glenn Jones, Me’lissa Morgan and Mass Production! Hosted by Chello and co-produced by Chico The Leo and his fun-filled Grown Folks Night Out!ight Out

9th Annual Art Blues & Soul Festival – “Class On The Grass”
2025-12-06 15:00 - 21:00
Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon of rhythm, art, and soul at the 9th Annual Art Blues & Soul Festival. This year’s theme, “Class on the Grass,” combines the best of R&B, soul, and visual art in a vibrant celebration of culture and creativity. Groove to live performances by Shirley Murdock, Glenn Jones, Meli’sa Morgan, and Mass Production, with Chello Davis as your host. The event is co-produced by Chico The Leo and his lively Grown Folks Night Out! This event promises music, art, and community like no other.

Artist Talk with Dr. Deborah Willis at The Betsy
2025-12-06 15:00 - 16:00
Dr. Deborah Willis’ Reflections in Black: A Reframing (Liveright, 2025) is an acclaimed collection of Black photography, redefining our understanding of American history. Dr. Willis will be in conversation with Cornelius Tulloch and Joan Morgan.

In The Gallery
This fall, Liveright celebrates the 25th anniversary of Dr. Deborah Willis’ Reflections in Black: A History of Black Photographers: A Reframing, 1840 to the Present—a landmark publication that forever changed how America sees itself. First released in 2000, Reflections in Black was the first single-volume history to center Black photographers as architects of the national image, reframing the visual narrative of family, identity, and freedom across two centuries.
Now, Willis, MacArthur Fellow, curator, and founder of NYU’s Center for Black Visual Culture, returns with Reflections in Black: A Reframing (pub: Nov 18). This breathtaking new edition juxtaposes photographs from the original volume with 130 new images by artists such as Carrie Mae Weems, Renee Cox, Allison Janae Hamilton, Andre D. Wagner, and Hank Willis Thomas. With a new foreword by Robin D. G. Kelley and a coda by Kalia Brooks, it re-examines the power of photography to reclaim history at a moment when archives, memory, and representation are under renewed pressure.
Hosted by The Betsy Hotel, Diaspora Vibe Cultural Arts Collective, and NYU’s Center for Black Visual Culture the afternoon will feature a small reception, a panel of guest speakers, and a signing with Dr. Willis.
In a year when questions of visibility and authorship dominate our cultural landscape, Reflections in Black: A Reframing, the 25th Anniversary edition feels more essential than ever—both a historical document and a living testament to the evolving language of Black photography.

About the Artist
Dr. Deborah Willis is a prominent American artist, curator, and scholar, currently a University Professor and Chair of the Department of Photography & Imaging at New York University (NYU). Her work focuses on African American photography, visual culture, and the history of Black people in America, with extensive publications and exhibitions on these subjects. Willis is also the director of NYU’s Center for Black Visual Culture and has received numerous honors, including a MacArthur Fellowship.

Film Screening & Panel Discussion—Full Set: A Celebration of Miami Nail Artistry
2025-12-06 14:30
Delve into the world of nail art with Full Set Project! Full Set Project explores the social and cultural impacts of the nail industry through a study of the artistry, entrepreneurship, and working conditions of nail techs while amplifying their voices.
Join for a special screening of Nail Tech: Portrait of an Artist (2025) followed by a discussion with filmmakers Dr. Jillian Hernandez, Dr. Elena Guzman, and Dr. Aracely García-González; and internationally renowned, Miami Florida-based nail artist Kro Vargas.

Artist Sharon Louden in Conversation with Dr. Amy Galpin
2025-12-06 11:00 - 12:00
Join in for a special opportunity to hear from artist Sharon Louden in the Knight Skylight Gallery at the Freedom Tower at 11:00 AM on December 6, 2025. Louden will be joined by Amy Galpin, Executive Director and Head Curator, Museum of Art and Design, Miami Dade College.
View Louden’s most recent commission, Windows of Freedom Tower, created in honor of the centennial of the Freedom Tower, a national historic landmark.
This reflective sculpture includes 101 sheets of aluminum and reimagines a room that was once a busy workroom for the Miami Daily News.
This event is free to attend with your Freedom Tower admission ticket.
