From genre-bending album releases and cult film screenings to tactile sculpture workshops, poetry scavenger hunts, and sake-fueled omakase dinners, every corner of the city is pulsing with curiosity and intention. It’s a mosaic of local culture shaped by the artists, collectives, and communities who keep things moving forward. It’s Miami doing what it does best: moving between creative chaos and intentional gathering, between rowdy and intimate.
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THU, JUL 17
— Raven and the Dark Shadows at Miami Beach Bandshell
— Nerd Nite Miami at Gramps
— Sweet Caroline Karaoke Bar 7th Anniversary Party with a 2-Hour Open Bar for all guests from 9 pm to 11 pm.
— Poetry Social at Chimba Miami by Miami Poetry Club blends open-mic poetry, group writing activities, and community-driven games like themed trivia, creating a social atmosphere with a literary twist.
— Pablo Picasso Inspired Wine Charm Making at Ironside brings creativity and connection together as guests design six beaded wine charms inspired by Picasso’s playful style. All crafting materials are provided, while a curated selection of food and wines is available for purchase throughout the evening.
FRI, JUL 18
— Tactile Sculpture Workshop at Oolite Arts is led by sculptor Karen Starosta‑Gilinski and is open to all skill levels. Participants will work with air-dry clay and learn basic techniques like pinching, coiling, and slab building. The session encourages creativity through touch, using add-ins like wire, stones, rhinestones, and tiles. The day includes a warm-up, short prompts to spark ideas, a demo, and time to share work with the group.
— Juke, Apostoli Floyd & Girl Blues at Gramps
— Tribute to Sumo x Luca Vive at Klandestino. Expect a full set of classics from one of Argentina’s most beloved cult bands. Happy Hour runs from 7 to 9 PM.
— Dime FL Tour Kickoff Show at American Legion Post 92 features Smelter, Lethal Sidearm, Newly Opposed, and Mindstate, all repping Florida’s underground scene.
— Celestial Bodies by Manuela Gjoka at Laundromat Art Space is a photographic series exploring the body as a cosmic fragment rather than a mere material form. This exhibition transforms skin into a vacuum, blurring boundaries between human and universe, evoking themes of memory, matter, and myth. Each image invites reflection on the interconnectedness of existence, portraying the body as stardust remembering itself—part of the vast cosmic fabric.
SAT, JUL 19
— Silk Screen Monoprint Workshop at Oolite Arts blends the spontaneity of monoprinting with the layered textures of screen printing, guided by artist Jacoub Reyes. Participants will explore the expressive potential of water-soluble crayons and screen printing inks, creating one-of-a-kind prints by drawing directly onto mesh screens. The session emphasizes layering, stenciling, and the interplay of color and texture, encouraging experimentation and personal expression. All materials are provided, and the workshop is suitable for all skill levels.
— Bleeth “Marionette” Album Release with Mold!, NGY and Palomino Blond at Bar Nancy
— HM Toast to the Classics: Where the Boys Are at HistoryMiami Museum Where the Boys Are is a sun-soaked coming-of-age comedy that follows four college friends from Penmore University as they head south searching for sunshine, adventure, and maybe even a little romance. The film, which helped define a generation, is set against the backdrop of Fort Lauderdale, capturing the essence of spring break during that era. The event includes a pre-film discussion led by fashion historian Cece Feinberg, who will delve into 1960s fashion trends and the societal impact of swimwear during this period.
— El Laberinto del Coco at Miami Beach Bandshell
— Downtown Summer Block Party – Over Under 5‑Year Anniversary at Over Under features a giant crocodile water slide, dunk tank, mechanical shark rides, carnival games, and local vendors. Music programming is curated by OverUnder and Perreo Del Futuro, offering a mix of electro, dance, baile funk, hip-hop, and jersey club genres. The event is free with RSVP; however, tickets will be sold for select activities, including rides and games.
— Pineapple Pilates at Ball & Chain Jamie Carpio leads a free Pilates class. Bring your own mat and stay after for a complimentary mocktail by VERSE.
— Espresso & Beats: ESC at River House Wine & Bar
— Photo Tour: Miami Perspectives with Laura Paresky Gould at Apple Aventura invites participants to explore Miami’s hidden geometry—its shapes, colors, and shadows—through minimalist photography on iPhone. The session blends in-store instruction on framing and composition with a guided outdoor exploration designed to reveal fresh perspectives on the urban landscape. Devices are provided, and sign-language interpretation ensures accessibility.
— Thorn 2 Year Anniversary Party: LABUBU Tattoo Pop-Up at Thorn. Expect DJ sets by Kaos, Jayy Cruzin, and Lupreme, a pop-up gallery from 3 to 7PM courtesy of @popupgallery.fl, and coffee-fueled antics from No Signal Coffee Bar. But the real headliner? A Labubu-exclusive tattoo pop-up from 2 to 8PM with flash designs, piercings, and tooth gems by Jonathan Wu—no humans allowed. It’s a birthday party, a group chat meltdown, and a Miami fever dream all rolled into one.
— Emo Sin Summers at The Club
— Sweat Records & Black Miami‑Dade: Overtown’s Panama Francis. The night includes a history talk led by Black Miami‑Dade founder Nadege Green, film clips, a curated vinyl soundtrack, and a sliding‑scale ticket model.
— Tutifruti Screenprinting Workshop at Blu Dot
— Poetry Scavenger Hunt Activation is part of the Playfully Yours experience, which includes yoga sessions, local vendors, painting activities, daiquiris, and other poetic surprises. Hosted by Heartspace Collective Miami and SLS Lux Brickell, the event features a special pop-up poetry scavenger hunt activation by MPC.
SUN, JUL 20
— Lebanese Japanese Sake Omakase at Shōjō’s Dojo. The evening features a six-course menu crafted by Chef Jessa of Black Cat Tavern, each dish thoughtfully paired with six sakes from the renowned Shichi Hon Yari lineup by Tomita Shuzo. The tasting experience will be guided by Haidar, a certified sake sommelier, ensuring an immersive culinary journey.
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