The time has come to send out your calendar invites, rename the group chat to something cute like “Basel Babes,” and start planning for the whirlwind ahead. Miami Art Week arrives on December 1, beckoning crowds to every corner of the city to partake in the international art fairs, museum shows, music festivals, culinary pop-ups, outdoor installations, wellness events and brand activations that have all been designed to platform and celebrate the arts.
For one glorious week, locals get to dress up and gallivant around town with the thrilling knowledge that their city is currently the epicenter of the art world. For visitors, Miami is a sun-soaked paradise to peruse and purchase art while exploring the amazing restaurants and neighborhoods that make the city so special. Whichever category you fall into, the best time to start prepping your Art Basel events schedule was yesterday—so let’s get to it.
We’ve combed literally hundreds of event listings, IG posts, and press releases to sort out all the stuff worth braving Miami traffic for this Art Week, and highlighted important details, including how to RSVP (crucial!). Below, find all our picks for the very best Miami Art Week activities to add to your calendar right now. And if you’re looking for more information on the best Art Week satellite fairs, we break it down in a separate story here.
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