September arrives, and Miami is quietly electric. Warehouses, dive bars, and hidden stages hum with punk riffs, post-punk tension, and goth atmospheres. Experimental performances twist the familiar into something raw and immediate, while collectives transform spaces into strange, magnetic worlds. This weekend, you can feel the city's pulse in every corner, in every improvisation, in every risk someone dares to take on a stage.
Gor those looking for an extra treat, we’re giving away two tickets to Bandalos Chinos at the Miami Beach Bandshell on September 18.
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FRI, SEP 05
— De La Rose at Miami Beach Bandshell.
— Lemon City Trio, Delusion Bay, Yellow Shoots (ft. Electric Kif) at Shirley’s Theater inside Gramps.
— Under The Disco Ball Ft. Phantoms at ZeyZey where guests can enjoy handcrafted seasonal cocktails, natural wines, and seed-oil-free tacos from a celebrated local taquería.
— 90's Techno Warehouse Rave with DJ Saliva, ULTRATHEM, SOMEONE, ALEJO, SILVERDEER, and MILA GAMA at a Secret Location in Miami 👻 brings together a lineup moving through acid, ambient, electro, and techno. It's shaped as an intentional safe space for women and non-conforming individuals, emphasizing inclusivity and authenticity over spectacle. Organized by *67, it reflects the raw spirit of 90s rave culture while pushing forward the city’s electronic community.
— Fantasy Friday Ft. Maykel, Fka Twink + Sting Dion at SUPERNATURAL HAUS.
SAT, SEP 06
— Annette and Rudi Rada: Photographing Mid-Century South Florida and the Caribbean at HistoryMiami Museum delves into the photographic work of the husband-and-wife duo whose nearly three-decade-long collaboration profoundly shaped the visual narrative of South Florida and the Caribbean during the mid-20th century. Their images chronicle Miami's transformation from a post-war city to a tropical metropolis, capturing the rise of distinctive regional architectural styles and offering nuanced perspectives on mid-century life. The exhibition explores their impactful portrayals of Miami’s modern, tropical vernacular, ethnographic studies of indigenous communities, and the cultural dynamics of the Caribbean and South America. Dr. Victor Deupi, curator and University of Miami professor, provides insights into the exhibition, offering a closer look at some of the featured works.
— Club XCX at Gramps features DJ Miss Purple Shampoo blasting the best of Charli XCX, Billie Eilish, Slayyyter, Troye Sivan, Kim Petras, Chappell Roan, Shygirl, Addison Rae, The Dare, Lady Gaga, Kesha, Lorde, Tinashe, Ariana Grande, and more. Presented by What the Dance, a San Francisco collective known for inclusive and boundary-pushing parties, the event emphasizes community, self-expression, and a celebration of pop, hyperpop, and dance culture.
— Frankenslam! SoFlo Ridas vs. Brandentucky Bombers at Miami Springs Recreation Center. Attendees can explore a vendor village featuring local artisans and spooky treats, while bleachers and VIP track-side seating put them up close to the roller derby action. The event welcomes families, offering free admission for kids under 10, and provides free on-site parking.
— (RE)CHARGE to (RE)NEW at DORCAM Pop-Up Space presents an immersive exhibition curated by Marcelo Llobell and co-curator Sofia Aviles, featuring artists in residence selected by Panal 361 at El Granero at Chateau d’Ancón. The showcase brings together 16 artists, including Valeria Yamamoto and Marina Gonella, whose work explores photography, sculpture, screen printing, painting, mixed media, and experimental forms that challenge traditional artistic boundaries. Following the acclaimed Preview, the VIP Vernissage welcomes distinguished guests such as representatives from the Argentinian Consulate, local Mayors, and South Florida district commissioners. The exhibition invites visitors to engage in an interactive, almost physical experience of memory and reflection, encouraging them to reach, recall, reflect, and re-experience the past in the present, becoming active participants in the artistic process.
— Equinox Booking Presents Lethal Injection, Barricade, St. Clovis, Ballpark, and The Ashies at Kelly’s Pub
— Fang Club Presents Otaku Gothica: Anime After Dark at Stache Drinking Den fuses gothic and anime aesthetics with live performances by Theatre des Vampyres, Sin Silva, and SkyWalker, while DJs FreZno, Danny Bled, DJ Maus, and Salem Moon spin goth, darkwave, and techno sets. Attendees can explore vendors, enjoy food and drinks, and participate in a Best Dressed Contest and raffle. Cosplay and alternative fashion are encouraged.
— Juanabe at Bar Nancy
— Ile Aiye at Inffinito Brazilian Film Festival at Miami Beach Bandshell
— School of Rock End of Season Summer Show at Gramps features student bands from the Performance Program, including the Adult Program, showcasing their musical talents. The lineup offers a diverse mix of genres, with sets such as 90s rock, alt rock, and glam rock, reflecting the students' hard work and dedication throughout the season. The event provides a platform for students to perform live, celebrating their musical achievements. Admission is free, allowing the community to enjoy the performances and support the young musicians.
— Zeyzey And Alegria Present: Midnight Magic at ZeyZey.
— Gozadera Social Club with Lotus Collective at Hoy Como Ayer.
— Saturnsarii All Night at Supernatural at Supernatural Haus.
SUN, SEP 07
— Harvest Full Moon Celebration at Muse Studio guides participants through an immersive evening of movement, music, and meditation designed to realign mind, body, and spirit. The experience features sound bowl meditation with Crystal the Breathwork Guide, an energy-cleansing yoga flow led by Jenice, and live soulful performances by Manu Magick. Attendees can also explore free-flow activations that foster connection, reflection, and personal renewal, creating a serene yet engaging atmosphere under the full moon.
— STASIS activated by Egyptian Helicopter, I Am Your Knife, Camnut, and Nightly Closure in Miami presents a special activation of the installation originally housed at __tunnel. The event features live performances by the artists, centering on Richard Moreno’s immersive work with a hand-built canoe suspended upside down as a massive sound amplifier and a gallery floor transformed into raw earth. Visitors lie on mats to experience sound as a tactile, atmospheric force, engaging with the installation’s ritualistic and communal energy.
— Equinox presents Flowers for Emily, My Precious Solitude, Sana, and See You Next at Kelly's Pub.
— SCHOOL OF ROCK END OF SEASON SUMMER SHOW at Gramps.
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