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No Vacancy, Miami Beach 2026

Nov 12, 2026 – Dec 19, 2026 · 12 Miami Beach hotels

Nov 12 to Dec 19 across 12 participating hotels. Hours vary by location. Image: official program artwork from the City of Miami Beach.

Site-specific installations by local artists across 12 Miami Beach hotels. Venues and hours vary by hotel; see the official page for each location.

Jewelry in the Grove: An I Want Her Shoes Outing

Nov 15, 2026 · The Hangar at Regatta Harbour

IWHS group visit only. The show is open Sunday, November 15, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET.

An I Want Her Shoes Club group visit to the Coconut Grove Jewelry & Watch Show, hosted by Anna Anisin. Our group meets Sunday, November 15, from noon to 2 p.m. ET. Approved Club members RSVP in the Club to join the group. The show also requires its own ticket from the organizer, and members find ticket instructions in the Club. The exact meeting point and welcome details will be shared with the group before the day. The show itself runs November 13 to 15 and is organized by U.S. Antique Shows.

Meet the Makers: An I Want Her Shoes COUTURE Outing

Nov 22, 2026 · The Hangar at Regatta Harbour

IWHS group visit only. The show is open Sunday, November 22, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET.

An I Want Her Shoes Club group visit to COUTURE Coconut Grove, hosted by Anna Anisin, to meet the makers of contemporary fine jewelry and discover their latest collections. Our group meets Sunday, November 22, from noon to 2 p.m. ET. Approved Club members RSVP in the Club to join the group. Show admission is separate and comes from the organizer; members find ticket instructions in the Club. Final meeting point and welcome details will be shared before the visit. The show itself runs November 20 to 22 and is organized by COUTURE (Emerald).

LACMA's Digital Art Conversations: Perspectives Collide

Nov 30, 2026 · The Miami Beach EDITION

Mon Nov 30, 1 to 4 p.m. ET. Free; register on Luma. Image courtesy of LACMA's Digital Leaders (via Luma).

An afternoon of conversations hosted by LACMA's Digital Leaders, bringing artists, curators, collectors and cultural leaders together on traditional and digital art, technology and collecting. Speakers to be announced. Free with registration on Luma.

Miami Art Week

Nov 30, 2026 – Dec 6, 2026 · Miami, FL

The week the city becomes a gallery. Fairs, satellite shows and collector dinners across Miami Beach, Wynwood and the Design District, dense, social and best approached with a short list rather than a full map.

A Lore Supreme: Christopher Joshua Benton

Dec 1, 2026 – Dec 6, 2026 · Faena Beach, Miami Beach

Daily, noon to 9 PM. Image: official project preview from Faena Art.

A monumental mirrored disco-ball sculpture on the sand, celebrating Miami music and diasporic cultural exchange as a place to gather. Open daily noon to 9 PM, Dec 1 to 6.

An Expanded Baroque Crown: Marinella Senatore

Dec 1, 2026 – Dec 6, 2026 · Faena Cathedral, Faena Miami Beach

Dec 1 to 6. Hours to be confirmed by the organizer. Image: official project preview from Faena Art.

A temporary architecture of light inspired by Southern Italian public celebrations, built around community participation, with special programming alongside O, Miami. Hours to be confirmed by the organizer.

BUILT Miami Design Week: Patterns in Design

Dec 1, 2026 – Dec 6, 2026 · BUILT Studios, Little River

Open daily December 1–6, 9 a.m.–9 p.m. Free general program; all ages. KALI opening December 4, 6 p.m.; Patterns in Design drawing workshop December 5, 11 a.m. (RSVP); Analog vs Digital December 6, 11 a.m. Confirm workshop availability and booking requirements with BUILT.

Step inside BUILT’s intimate Little River working design studio for furniture, materials, art and workshops. Free general program; all ages.

Miami MoCAAD Soul Basel 2026

Dec 1, 2026 · The Urban

Miami MoCAAD celebrates African-diaspora art, technology and Overtown culture with music, food and a virtual-reality exhibition focused on Afrodescendant women in Cuban art. Complimentary with RSVP; donations are encouraged. This event overlaps IWHS's December 1 The Shoe Is the Art salon.

NADA Miami 2026

Dec 1, 2026 – Dec 5, 2026 · Ice Palace Studios

Public hours: Dec 1, 4 to 7 PM (earlier hours are a private VIP preview); Dec 2 to 4, 11 AM to 7 PM; Dec 5, 11 AM to 6 PM. Image: organizer archive photograph from the New Art Dealers Alliance.

Independent galleries and emerging artists at Ice Palace Studios. Public hours: Dec 1, 4 to 7 PM; Dec 2 to 4, 11 AM to 7 PM; Dec 5, 11 AM to 6 PM.

Art Basel Tech Mixer

Dec 2, 2026 · IWHS HQ

Hosted at IWHS HQ. Exact address shared through organizer registration. Event cover image via Luma.

Join the Art Basel Tech Mixer at IWHS HQ in Wynwood for a midweek Art Week networking gathering hosted by Crazy Startup Guy and unofficials.club. Free to request a place, with host approval required. Register through the organizers on Luma; the exact address is shared through registration.

BitBasel: The Next Renaissance

Dec 2, 2026 – Dec 5, 2026 · The Sagamore South Beach

Dec 2 to 5, with a varying daily program; confirm individual session times with the organizer. Saturday brunch time to be announced. Jamaica Basel entry Dec 5 from 3 p.m.

A four-day hotel program bringing together exhibitions, art and technology conversations, and cultural gatherings. The Friday–Saturday Weekend Pass includes BitBasel Day and the .ART Awards, Saturday's 25th Annual Sagamore Brunch with food, and Jamaica Basel. The brunch's exact time is still to be confirmed; this listing does not reserve an IWHS group place. The Weekend Pass is $119 through November 11 and $169 from November 12. Jamaica-only admission is $45 through November 11 and $65 from November 12, with entry on December 5 from 3 p.m.; it does not include brunch. All Access is $499 through November 11 and $699 from November 12. Confirm checkout fees with the organizer.

Design Miami 2026

Dec 2, 2026 – Dec 6, 2026 · Miami Beach, Convention Center Drive & 19th Street

Public hours: Dec 2, 1 to 7 PM; Dec 3 to 5, 11 AM to 7 PM; Dec 6, 11 AM to 6 PM. The Dec 1 preview is invitation only. Image: official fair artwork from Design Miami.

A considered look at collectible design, craftsmanship and the cultural stories held in beautiful objects. Public days Dec 2 to 6: Dec 2, 1 to 7 PM; Dec 3 to 5, 11 AM to 7 PM; Dec 6, 11 AM to 6 PM.

Fridge Art Fair: The Immaculate Collection Art/Fashion Party

Dec 2, 2026 · Habitat Hyett

Party: Wed Dec 2, 6 to 9 p.m. ET. The Immaculate Collection exhibition is open to the public Nov 30 to Dec 6, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., at the same venue. Party admission and RSVP requirements: confirm with organizer. Image courtesy of Fridge Art Fair; 2026 campaign artwork.

An evening party at Habitat Hyett on Lincoln Road for Fridge Art Fair's Immaculate Collection, part of this year's Gianni • Madonna • Coconuts theme: a nod to 1980s and 90s Miami, when art, fashion, music and nightlife collided. This listing is the December 2 party only, not the full multi-venue fair. Party admission and RSVP requirements: confirm with organizer.

HUGEL: Palm Tree Basel Week

Dec 2, 2026 – Dec 3, 2026 · Palm Tree Club Miami

21+ only. Doors at 7 p.m.; event ends at midnight. Ticketed entry guaranteed until 8 p.m.; later entry subject to capacity and door discretion.

A waterfront dance-floor stop for Basel Week, with HUGEL at Palm Tree Club Miami. The evening is part of Palm Tree Club and e.l.f.’s Basel Week programming, presented by XRP. Doors open at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, December 2; the official listing runs until midnight. Guests must be 21 or older. Ticketed entry is guaranteed until 8 p.m.; after that, admission is subject to the door’s discretion and venue capacity. The booking page currently shows a bottle-service table package; confirm general-admission ticket options and pricing directly with the organizer before making plans.

NUA-ARTE Miami: Contemporary African Art & Nulu Movement

Dec 2, 2026 – Dec 3, 2026 · aAO (Against All Odds)

Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 7 p.m. to midnight at aAO (Against All Odds), 4204 NW 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33127. Ages 16+; wristbands for guests under 21. RSVP with the organizer; admission charges and IWHS group arrangements remain unconfirmed.

Curated by Anané Vega alongside African liaison and partner Nilton Viana, NUA-ARTE brings contemporary African art, music with Louie Vega and Anané, an opening set by DJ Wasabi, and Chef Robyn Almodovar’s tasting menu inspired by Cape Verdean and Angolan dishes.

The Bass Dialogues: Pedro & Juana

Dec 2, 2026 · The Bass

Doors 10:00 AM, talk 10:30 AM, ends 11:30 AM. Complimentary with RSVP; limited capacity, first come, first served. Image: official event source image from The Bass.

An intimate morning with Mexico City design studio Pedro y Juana and curator Philippe Vergne, exploring the furnishings, textures and subtropical ideas behind the studio’s immersive installation.

Untitled Art, Miami Beach 2026

Dec 2, 2026 – Dec 6, 2026 · Ocean Drive & 12th Street, on the beach

Public days Dec 2 to 6. Hours per the organizer. The Dec 1 preview is VIP and press only. Image: organizer archive photograph from Untitled Art.

Contemporary art fair in a tent on the sand at Ocean Drive and 12th Street. Public days Dec 2 to 6; the Dec 1 preview is for VIP and press. Hours per the organizer.

Art Basel Creator Economy Executive Cocktail Party

Dec 3, 2026 · Miami; address shared with approved guests

RockWater and Manatt bring together 50 founders, creators, executives and investors for a rooftop cocktail gathering. Free to request a place, with host approval required. Registering gives the hosts and sponsors permission to send sales and marketing outreach.

Baker’s Brunch: Open Studios + Cafecito

Dec 3, 2026 · Bakehouse Art Complex

9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Free; RSVP strongly encouraged.

Start the morning with cafecito, Caribbean-inspired breakfast and a wander through working artist studios. This year’s Baker’s Brunch celebrates the fifth anniversary of Villa Albertine’s residency program, in partnership with the Consulate General of France in Miami, with Caribbean artist activations in Bakehouse’s garden and greenspace. Arthur Francietta will present a drawing performance and installation. Simone Lagrand will lead a tea ceremony and poetry performance in French Creole and English, inviting guests to share herbal tea and recite excerpts from writing she produced in Miami. Choreographer and dancer Léna Blou, from Guadeloupe, will also present a performance. The artist community and activations will be present throughout the morning; the organizer recommends arriving earlier to help avoid Miami Art Week traffic. Free admission; RSVP strongly encouraged.

I ❤️ Jewish Girls x Miami Art Basel

Dec 3, 2026 · Miami Beach (exact venue shared after registration)

Thu Dec 3, 7 to 11 p.m. ET. Standard $90 standing; VIP $180 with reserved runway seat, priority entry and gift bag. Registration open, no host approval. The organizer shares the exact Miami Beach venue after registration.

A runway evening celebrating Jewish designers, models and artists during Miami Art Week, with live art, a red carpet and a designer market. Standard admission is standing room; the VIP option includes a reserved runway seat, priority entry and a gift bag. The exact Miami Beach venue is disclosed after registration. A separate $555 donor ticket is offered. Confirm checkout fees with the organizer.

The Bass Dialogues: Johnston Marklee with Tom Healy

Dec 3, 2026 · The Bass

December 3, 2026, 10 to 11:30 a.m. ET. Doors open at 10 a.m.; conversation begins at 10:30 a.m. Complimentary with RSVP; limited capacity, first come, first served.

Architects Sharon Johnston and Mark Lee discuss their design for The Bass’s next chapter with poet and museum trustee Tom Healy.

303 Studio Special Reception Presented by One Love Art

Dec 4, 2026 · Celia’s Kitchen and Social Bar

December 4, 2026, 6 to 9 p.m. ET. Free; host approval required. Request approval on Luma.

Colombian artists YuZapata and Judasaca present new work made during their 303 Studio Residency at the YVE Hotel, with complimentary drinks.

Art Basel Miami Beach 2026

Dec 4, 2026 – Dec 6, 2026 · Miami Beach Convention Center

Public days Dec 4 to 6, 11 AM to 6 PM daily. Image: archive fair photograph from Art Basel.

The anchor fair of Miami Art Week. Public days Dec 4 to 6, 11 AM to 6 PM daily; Dec 2 and 3 are invitation-only previews.

The Bass Dialogues: Amalia Pica

Dec 4, 2026 · The Bass

Doors 10:00 AM, talk 10:30 AM, ends 11:30 AM. Complimentary with RSVP; limited capacity, first come, first served. Image: official event source portrait from The Bass.

Artist Amalia Pica joins curator Jasa McKenzie for a conversation about Lecturas Posibles, an interactive installation shaped by imagination, language and shared authorship.

The Ethereal Runway Show & Brand Activations

Dec 4, 2026 · Flow Wynwood

Fri Dec 4, 6 to 10 p.m. ET. General admission from $40; VIP $100. Host approval required; one person per ticket, no plus-ones. Image courtesy of The Ethereal (via Luma).

A Friday night of couture on the runway, live art and brand activations from The Ethereal at Flow Wynwood. Tickets start at $40 for general admission, with VIP available. Host approval is required, and each ticket admits one person with no plus-ones.

Art Basel Retreat with The Ethereal

Dec 5, 2026 · Flow Wynwood

A Pilates, beauty and lifestyle gathering with creator networking at Flow Wynwood. The organizer describes this as an invitation- and approval-only experience for creators, models, influencers and wellness enthusiasts. Request approval before making plans; the listing shows a $50 ticket.

MÄFO Dress Brunch Miami: Art Basel Edition

Dec 5, 2026 · Miami; exact venue TBA, shared after registration

Brunch Seat: $100. MÄFO Seat: $400 for brunch and one dress. Legacy Pair: $750 for two seats and two dresses. Host Table: $2,250 for six seats and six dresses. An optional $100 donation is separate from ticket purchases. Pre-order your dress by November 20 for delivery to Miami. Organizer reviews registrations; check ticket-specific requirements. Image courtesy of KiBONEN.

A 50-woman gathering during Miami Art Week, bringing fashion and intergenerational connection to the table. The Art of Becoming panel is moderated by Shameka Pierce of the Sisterhood Wellness Circle. The program includes a curated brunch with a complimentary drink, a MÄFO styling session and pop-up, an Innata Beauty pop-up and gift bag, and roundtable introductions.

Peggy Gou in the Sand

Dec 5, 2026 · On the beach at 17th & Collins, by National Hotel

Saturday, December 5, 2026. Doors open at 3 p.m.; event ends at 11 p.m. ET. Peggy Gou’s set time is to be announced. VIP table inquiries: tables@peggyinthesand.com.

Peggy Gou brings a beach dance-floor moment to Miami Art Week, on the sand at 17th & Collins by National Hotel. Presented by The Originals & Lets Go Presents. 21+. Paid event; general-admission pricing and on-sale details to be announced. The official site offers presale signup; VIP table packages are available separately through DICE.

Inside the Club: Style, Connection & What's Next

Nov 19, 2026 · Live webinar

Join Anna for a live, founder-led look inside the I Want Her Shoes Club: why she built it, what members can do today, what's coming next, and how women can help shape the community together. Open to members and non-members, with time for Q&A.

The Shoe Is the Art

Dec 1, 2026 · Venue to be announced

An intimate Miami Art Week salon by I Want Her Shoes. Bring one meaningful pair of shoes and transform it into wearable art with removable, reversible adornments at a curated materials bar, with cocktails, elevated bites, portraits and a collective reveal. Limited to 50 guests; Club members receive priority consideration.