August is closing out with a stacked weekend that leans loud, messy, and beautifully eclectic. Punk kids, goth nights, sweaty DJ marathons, and drag chaos are all colliding before Labor Day, and it feels like the city’s ready to go all in before September slows nothing down. Between late-night shows, intimate gigs, and riotous performances across Gramps, ZeyZey, and Bar Nancy, the energy is unmistakably bold, unpredictable, and relentlessly creative. And for those looking for an extra treat, we’re giving away two tickets to Bandalos Chinos at the Miami Beach Bandshell on September 18.
As always, if you’re planning something worth discovering, send it our way—this city moves fast, but its stories deserve to be told. Submit your event details here to be considered for our upcoming guide.
FRI, AUG 29
— Southern Charm: Mijita in Miami at Gramps features support by standout South Florida acts Trust Nobody, LAH, and MMW.
— ZeyZey Presents: Uncle Waffles.
— 16 Years Of Un_Mute W/ Ricardo Villalobos at The Yards at Amelia.
— Gagafest: Mayhem at The Manor Ft. Aquaria brings together drag, dance, and live music in a production that feels as communal as it does theatrical. Built around choreography from a former tour dancer, the show expands with performances by South Florida favorites FKA Twink, Kat Wilderness, and Sting Dion, alongside DJs Aural Fixationz, Aqua, and Miss Purple Shampoo. With more than 300 artists involved and a cast-led afterparty.
— Under The Disco Ball Ft. FS Green at ZeyZey: An Amsterdam-born DJ weaves a steamy fusion of electronic, Afrobeat, dancehall, and house as he spins into the night.
— Mad Fridays / Frisky Radio Party at Mad Radio Miami with DJ sets by Wild Dark, Rob Keith, and Birds in Paradise.
— Flesh Friday at The Well is a celebration for queer women, blending music, performance, and social energy. The night features a rotating lineup of talented female DJs, with LA’s own @djpnasty_ recently taking the stage, and a roster of captivating performers including @belladonna.pole_, @ambershilo, @cookiee.ok, @starlequinn_, @jadethehealer, and @jaydahclair delivering pole, gogo, and live entertainment. Guests enjoy hookah, an outdoor patio, interactive games, and a curated vendor experience. VIPs can reserve exclusive sections with bottle specials on Tito’s, Jameson, Hennessy, and Casamigos Blanco. The space is designed to remain safe and respectful, with attentive security and a focus on etiquette for performers.
SAT, AUG 30
— Mold! (Album Release Show), Ben Katzman (Homecoming Show), Palomino Blond, Dime at Gramps.
— Steamy Lit Pop-Up & Silent Book Club at White Rose Coffee.
— The Kitchen Club with a DJ Tribute Sets to The Sisters Of Mercy at Bar Nancy.
— LIVE AT SWEAT: Midnight Coup & V!vid.
— Play Nice with Jose Matos, Francula, Gatito, Ricasso, and Grant Grosky at Gramps.
— 3D Disco Ft. Abraham, Mendy, Aabel, Hakuna + Isaac David at ZeyZey.
— Uforia: A High Energy Dance Experience at Supernatural Haus with sets by OWANI, TIGRE11, STEREO CAT, SPECIAL GUEST!
SUN, AUG 31
— Labor Day Roller Disco at Miami Beach Bandshell.
— watts, Remote Control, Ai Death Calculator, Barricade, and D.I.CE. at American Legion Post 92.
— Miami Girls Rock Camp Youth Open Mic at Gramps Children, teens, and young adults bravely take the stage to share music, poetry, and performance, while family, friends, and the audience join in the fun, singing along, dancing, drawing, blowing bubbles, and celebrating creativity together.
— My Friend Misty at Floyd featuring Sinopoli (DJ), Maccabi, Sister System, and Jovigibs.
— Club Mayhem: Concert Afterparty Hosted By Aquaria at Supernatural Haus.
— ZeyZey Presents: Cherub at ZeyZey.
— Under The Disco Ball Ft. Mood II Swing + Fiin at ZeyZey.
— Vinyl & Wine Ft. Grapecrush + Music by Dr. Muusica at ZeyZey.