Miami's 2025 agenda is packed with major events, with cultural festivals, sports competitions, gastronomy and fashion on the agenda for each month.
One of the most anticipated events will be held from March 28 to 30, the famous Ultra Music Festival, which takes place almost every year in the city center. This is the big event for electronic music lovers, not only in Miami, but throughout the country and even transcends the international sphere. For this 2025, as usual, the attendance of thousands is projected, and the participation of renowned DJs of world popularity.
Another of the outstanding artistic experiences in the city of exile is the Art Basel Miami Beach, which will take place from December 3 to 8, and is regularly attended by artists, contemporary art enthusiasts, and collectors.
Art Deco Weekend is scheduled for January 18-20 and pays tribute to South Beach and its striking architectural style. There will be historical tours, exhibits and free activities for residents and tourists. Meanwhile, the South Beach Jazz Festival will be held from January 9-12, with performances by international artists and traditional jazz artists influenced by New Orleans and Brazilian culture.
In the sporting arena, the F1 Miami Grand Prix will take place from May 2 to 4, and in one of its most attractive events, scheduled to be held at the Miami International Autodrome at Hard Rock Stadium, it will also host cultural activities and culinary events.
However, before May we will be able to enjoy the Lifetime Miami Marathon on February 2, and from the 12th to the 16th of next month the Miami International Boat Show, which annually attracts more than 100 thousand attendees, consolidating itself for years as one of the favorite events in Florida, and especially in the city of Miami.
This month, the University of Miami will celebrate the Beaux Arts Festival with the participation of some 150 exhibitors, activities for all ages and live entertainment. The festival will take place from January 18 to 19.
Also in January, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables will host the International Chocolate Festival, taking place January 18-19, and attendees will be able to participate in cacao tastings, workshops, and events where they can learn about chocolate culture.
The South Beach Wine & Food Festival, sponsored by the School of Hospitality and Tourism Management at Florida International University (FIU), is scheduled for next month from February 20 to 23. Culinary creations are expected to take place on the beaches of Miami, with the presence of prestigious chefs such as Rachael Ray and Guy Fieri.
Throughout the year, tourists and residents will be able to enjoy many more events and festivals, from those already mentioned to the III Points Music Festival, the Miami Carnival, the Miami Book Fair, among many others.
List of events in Miami
Enero
- South Beach Jazz Festival (January 9-12): Free performances by international jazz artists at various locations around South Beach, covering styles such as Brazilian and New Orleans jazz.
- Art Deco Weekend (January 18-20): Free festival celebrating the Art Deco architectural style with exhibits, historical tours and cultural events in South Beach.
- Beaux Arts Festival (January 18 and 19): Miami's longest-running juried art festival, held on the University of Miami campus with over 150 exhibitors and live entertainment.
- International Chocolate Festival (January 18 and 19): Event at the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Coral Gables with tastings, workshops and exhibits on cocoa and chocolate production.
February
- Lifetime Miami Marathon (February 2): International race with thousands of participants who travel through iconic landscapes of Miami and its surroundings.
- Miami International Boat Show (February 12-16): International boat show showcasing luxury vessels and the latest in maritime technology, attracting over 100.000 visitors.
- South Beach Wine & Food Festival (February 20-23): Food festival featuring renowned chefs such as Rachael Ray and Guy Fieri. Held in South Beach, it supports Florida International University (FIU).
March
- Miami Carnival (March 1-9): Celebration that highlights Latin and Caribbean traditions with music, parades and typical cuisine.
- Calle Ocho Music Festival (March 9): Part of Carnaval Miami, this festival highlights Latin culture with musical performances and activities along Calle Ocho in Little Havana.
- Ultra Music Festival (March 28-30): Electronic music festival that brings together the best DJs in the world with light shows in downtown Miami.
- Miami Music Week (March 26-28): An event that transforms the city into an epicentre of electronic music with parties and performances in clubs and open-air stages.
- April
- Deering Seafood Festival (April 13): Food festival held at the Deering Estate featuring fresh seafood, entertainment and family activities.
- Miami Beach Pride (April 5-6): Festival celebrating diversity and the LGBTQ+ community with parades and concerts in Miami Beach.
- Swimming suite
- F1 Miami Grand Prix (May 2-4): Formula 1 race held at the Miami International Autodrome, inside the Hard Rock Stadium, combining motor racing with local culture and exclusive gastronomy.
- May June
- Miami swim week (May 28 to June 2): Swimwear Fashion Week with shows and exhibits at the Miami Beach Convention Center.
- June
- Wynwood Pride (date to be confirmed): LGBTQ+ festival with concerts, street art and parades in the Wynwood neighborhood.
- October
- III Points Music Festival (date to be confirmed): Music and art festival that brings together emerging and established artists in the Wynwood district, known for its urban art.
- South Beach Seafood Festival (date to be confirmed): Food event celebrating seafood with tastings and cooking demonstrations in South Beach.
- November
- Miami Beach Polo World Cup (date to be confirmed): International polo tournament held on the sands of South Beach, combining sport and glamour.
- Miami Book Fair (November 16-23): Literary fair that brings together more than 500 authors in readings, discussion panels and street fairs.
- December
- Art Basel Miami Beach (December 3-8): One of the largest contemporary art fairs in North America, attracting collectors and artists from around the world to Miami Beach.
