Miami transforms into a creative wonderland during Art Basel week, where world-class art mingles with unforgettable experiences across the city. From exclusive director-led tours and immersive installations to wellness activations and late-night celebrations, here’s your essential guide to navigating the most exciting events happening December 2-7.
Inside Art Basel: Exclusive Director’s Preview
The VIP tour of all VIP tours, Airbnb Experiences invites enthusiasts to join Art Basel Miami Beach director Bridget Finn on an immersive morning journey through paintings, sculptures, and visual projections in the ambitious Meridians sector, all before the fair opens to the masses. In true Art Basel fashion, the tour ends with a champagne toast in the exclusive Collectors Lounge.
Thursday, December 4 and Friday, December 5, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
The event will take place at 1901 Convention Ctr Dr., Miami Beach. For more information, visit the event website.
“Plant Pulses” at Design Miami
Clink to Maison Perrier-Jouët’s newest collaboration as designer Marcin Rusak debuts “Plant Pulses,” a new Polish-inspired installation at Design Miami that will translate the hidden signals of plants into sound and light. Join the bubbly conversation with Rusak and creative director Axelle de Buffévent.
Wednesday, December 3 at noon;
The event will take place at 1901 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach. For more information, visit the event website.
Keep Walking Staircase Project at Moxy Miami South Beach
Moxy Miami South Beach’s iconic staircases will transform into a property-wide installation clad in mural-style works from a celebrated gang of graffiti artists who will infuse an extra dose of street art into the hotel’s signature spirit. Speaking of spirits, grab a welcome drink on the first-floor lobby, courtesy of Johnnie Walker, before getting lost in the total transformation that spans the south side all the way to the rooftop, where artists will customize large-scale Johnnie Walker sculptures as a DJ spins the tunes overlooking the Miami skyline. Then, there’s more art to explore (and hopefully, another scotch pour) before the project reaches completion.
Friday, December 5 from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Moxy Miami South Beach is located at 915 Washington Ave, Miami Beach. For more information, visit their official website.
The Wellness Oasis
If you’re looking for a mantra before the madness, how about “before you enter, recenter?” Kick off the week with a full-blown wellness workshop at Reserve Miami Seaplane that merges mindfulness, self-care, movement, and community. Conversations and activations invite guests to connect, sweat, flow, revive, heal, and recover—and then refuel with Playa Bowls and Garden Butcher. This year’s lineup includes Lindsay Lohan, Sloane Stephens, Noah Lyles, Dan Buettner, BLOND:ISH, Dr. Becky Kennedy, Lauren London, Ferg, Peter Tunney, and others.
Tuesday, December 2, and Wednesday, December 3 from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
The Wellness Oasis is located at 1000 MacArthur Cswy, Miami, FL. For more information, visit their official website.
Tour Jack Pierson’s New Solo Show with the Artist
Step inside artist Jack Pierson’s shoes at The Bass. Explore the ‘80s queer social and nightlife scene through “The Miami Years,” and learn all about its impact on Jack. Then, stroll to Art Basel with your included VIP pass, another perk from Airbnb Experiences.
Friday, December 5, and Saturday, December 6, from 10 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
The Bass Art Museum is located at 2100 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL. For more information, visit their official website.
NYLON House Presented by e.l.f. Cosmetics
If you don’t know, now you know: NYLON House Presented by e.l.f. Cosmetics is making its return to Miami Beach. Open to NYLON members and select tastemakers who are all about that triple threat—art, music, and culture—this year’s see-and-be-seen rendition features a set by Swiss EDM duo Adriatique, plus other surprise performances, along with a unique Rivian installation and a photo moment (and a free gift card!) from Marshalls.
Friday, December 5 at 9 p.m.; location to be released prior to event day
Untitled Art Fair: The Artscape Lounge
This year’s ultimate art-infused foodie lounge is an oceanfront oasis tucked inside Untitled Art Fair. The Artscape Lounge, curated by Delta Air Lines and American Express, invites James Beard Award-winning chef Michael Solomonov (AVIV) to curate a tasty spread while guests kick back, refuel, and view art from featured Delta destinations. Walk-ins welcome, but they’re limited to Untitled VIP passholders and certain Amex and Delta cardmembers.
Wednesday, December 3 through Saturday, December 6, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday, December 7, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
WE ARE ONA at Andaz Miami Beach
The convergence of art and food is as appetizing as it sounds, especially with José Andrés Group, curator Luca Pronzato, and designer Sabine Marcelis at the helm. WE ARE ONA’s immersive culinary installation will transform Aguasal at Andaz Miami Beach into a sensorial and sculptural playground showcasing surfaces by SolidNature and lighting by Bocci lighting, complemented by the restaurant’s signature Mediterranean-meets-Miami fare, with specialty House of Suntory cocktails to pair.
Monday, December 1 through Thursday, December 4, from 12:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Andaz Miami Beach is located at 4041 Collins Ave, Miami Beach. For more information, visit their official website.
“DANGEROUS” Happy Hour with The Tracy Piper at Moxy Miami Wynwood
In the mood for a mischievous mingle? Tracy Piper’s new solo show, “DANGEROUS” at Moxy Wynwood, will have the very vibe you seek. Known for bringing an energy as loud as her color palette, the San Francisco-based artist’s new collection straddles the line of flirtatious rebellion. Defying the traditional gallery experience, Piper invites you—if you dare—to join her frisky fête laced with bites and a boozy brightness you won’t find at any other Miami Art Week happy hour.
Friday, December 5, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Moxy Miami Wynwood is located at 255 NW 25th St., Wynwood. For more information, visit their official website.
IKEA Open House
According to IKEA, the world needs more open play. Act like a kid again at IKEA Open House Miami, a vibrant launchpad for its new global collection, GREJSIMOJS, which backs infusing play into your everyday. Photos, grub, and surprises await around every corner. The event is open to the public; no RSVP necessary.
Saturday, December 6 from 2 p.m. to 9 p.m.
The open house is located at 1108 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach. For more information, visit the event website.
Mana Fashion Pop-Up
Schmooze and peruse more than two dozen brands at a three-day sustainable marketplace celebrating all things Miami fashion. Expand your already glowing network at a slew of wellness sessions, interactive readings, fireside chats, and of course, hands-on arts experiences.
Thursday, December 4 through Saturday, December 6, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.;
The pop-up will be at Mana Wynwood Convention Center, located at 318 NW 23rd St., Wynwood. For more information, visit the event website.