Featured Events in Miami-Dade County in May, 2025 (June Updated)

Narratives in Focus is a photography exhibition featuring a diverse range of artists from the Caribbean, United States Latin America, and Africa. This presentation delves into nuanced expressions of individual and collective identities, prompting viewers to critically engage with themes of race, gender, and culture. The works exhibited emphasize the power of photography as a medium to investigate personal histories, cultural identities, and social dynamics. Through diverse visual languages, the artists highlight issues of memory, migration, and the interplay between tradition and modernity. Themes of survival, resistance, and empowerment are prevalent, reflecting the artists’ commitment to addressing and redefining notions of home, land, and community. By presenting a variety of perspectives and experiences, Narratives in Focus encourages viewers to reconsider their perceptions and biases. It not only underscores the importance of representation, but also invites contemplation on the intricate connections between the past and present, the personal and collective, and the local and global. Through powerful imagery and thought-provoking content, this exhibition challenges and deepens our understanding of identity in today’s world. Presented artists are Widline Cadet, Sarah Charlesworth, River Claure, Camila Falquez, Anna Bella Geiger, Njaimeh Njie, Athi-Patra Ruga, and Mary Sibande.

Cecilia Vicuña is a poet and artist who grew up in the Chilean commune of La Florida, in the Maipo Valley. Born to a family of artists and intellectuals, Vicuña grew up hearing about the persecution and incarceration of individuals who struggled for social justice in the wake of increasingly conservative government agendas. While attending the Slade School of Fine Art in London on a British Council Award in 1972–73, a coup d’état led by General Augusto Pinochet, commander-in-chief of the Chilean army, ushered in a seventeen-year military dictatorship. This led Vicuña to remain in London on a self-imposed exile, where she exhibited her work at the Institute of Contemporary Arts and published her first book, Saborami (1973). At the time, she was largely focused on political activism directed against fascism and human rights violations in Chile and other countries.

The Bass Museum of Art announces a new exhibition as part of the 2024-2025 fall season, Ulla von Brandenburg: In Dialogue, on view September 4, 2024 through July 6, 2025. Ulla von Brandenburg, the German-born artist based in Paris, engages with idiosyncratic moments and overlooked figures from the histories of art and culture. Her exhibitions and projects draw a wide range of subjects, including occultism, psychoanalysis, modernist architecture and Hollywood cinema, into contemporary contexts. Ulla von Brandenburg: In Dialogue is a presentation of von Brandenburg’s work paired with The Bass’s recently acquired ceramic mural by the Lebanese-American artist Etel Adnan (1925–2021). A leading figure in contemporary Arab American visual art and literature, Adnan created rich, geometric fields of color in her paintings and drawings, some translated into large-scale murals and tapestries that reflect the artist’s enduring interest in architecture and the built environment. Comparatively, von Brandenburg’s multifaceted practice combines film, textiles, drawings, watercolors and sound into immersive exhibition scenarios where the different art forms harmonize into a cohesive whole (or Gesamtkunstwerk). Ulla von Brandenburg: In Dialogue explores this cross-generational engagement with geometric abstraction—its interplay of circles, squares and triangles—evident in both Adnan’s mural and von Brandenburg’s practice, and staged alongside the rich history of the Ukrainian-born French artist Sonia Delaunay. Here, Adnan’s lyrical abstract mural (Untitled, 2023), at 14 × 21 feet, serves as both a protagonist and theatrical backdrop in von Brandenburg’s exhibition scenography. The works interweave through the language of abstraction and the artists’ shared interests in the social and spatial environment.

One Becomes Many explores the enduring legacies that transcend generations in the works of ten Black Brazilian artists. Through traditional motifs, geometric abstractions, and a deep reverence for Brazilian culture, these artists offer glimpses into a world where resilience is not merely a trait but a sacred inheritance. Central to the exhibition is candomblé—the Afro-Brazilian religion that draws on traditions of West African ethnic groups such as the Yoruba, Fon, and Bantu, as well as some aspects Roman Catholicism. Inspired by ritual practices, these artists pay homage to deities and ancestral spirits, exuding divine potency and wisdom in their works. The reimagined symbolic imagery from candomblé serves as a visual testament to the strength of a people who have endured, persisted, and thrived.

Born in Miami to Cuban parents, artist José Parlá (b. 1973, Miami; lives in New York) was raised between mainland United States and Puerto Rico. Influenced by his proximity to Caribbean and Latin American countries, he developed an interest in diverse cultural traits, including Cuban music, hip hop, reggae, calligraphy, dance, and urban architecture and its decay, all of which would become recurring themes in his work. Consistent with his blended culture, Parlá is interested in hybrid forms of abstraction. Through a unique mark-making process, grounded in movement and bodily gestures, Parlá produces a painterly stream of consciousness characterized by addition, erasure, and layering. His physical and textural artistic process challenges conventional visual culture. Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) is honored to be hosting Parlá’s first solo museum exhibition in his hometown. Featuring a new series of never-before-seen works and a site-specific mural, José Parlá: Homecoming will ultimately mirror the artist’s studio. An elaborate, two-part exhibition will allow visitors to observe Parlá’s dance-like technique in real time as he paints a site-specific mural for the first iteration of the exhibition. The second iteration will see the museum gallery transformed and converted into Parlá’s studio—a room full of paint-covered tables, a lively Cuban-inspired record collection, and decades of Parla’s archival memorabilia. In 2021, Parlá contracted a life-threatening case of COVID-19—he was hospitalized and endured a four-month coma during which he suffered a stroke and significant brain bleeding. A radical departure from the traditional use of space in a museum, this presentation not only represents a homecoming to Miami, but also marks a return to himself and his practice after this experience. Celebrating the spirit of resilience and returning to one’s roots, José Parlá: Homecoming is a testament to the profound connections among personal history, art, and creative expression. In addition to the completed mural and studio re-creation, the exhibition will also feature a number of recent works Parlá created upon his return to painting. The result is a process-focused exhibition highlighting an expressionistic painter who conscientiously engages with issues relating to Cuban and broader diasporic identity.

One hundred years after his birth, Gyula Kosice: Intergalactic celebrates the career of the Argentine artist Gyula Kosice (b. 1924, Košice, Czechoslovakia; d. 2016, Buenos Aires, Argentina), an experimental artist, sculptor, poet, and theorist. Co-founder of Arturo (1944) and Madí (1946), two constructive art groups that were centered in the Río de la Plata region between Uruguay and Argentina, he was also a prominent figure in the international avant-garde after 1945. His practice introduced original artistic ideas, such as interactive sculptures, which questioned the relationship between the art object and the spectator and experimented with a wide range of materials, many of which had never been used in art before. Like Julio Le Parc and Carlos Cruz-Diez, he incorporated light and motion yet, was one of the first to incorporate water in his works. Intergalactic focuses on his experimental production, in which motion was a constant and essential feature. It includes works that he created between 1950 and 1980, such as acrylic sculptures, kinetic reliefs, and drops of water, most of which incorporated lights and were activated by aerators and motors. The exhibition features Gyula Kosice’s most ambitious work, The Hydrospatial City (1946–2004), an experiential installation comprised of architectural prototypes that speculate on the possibility of human settlement beyond Earth brought on by socioeconomic inequality, environmental degradation, and astronomical population growth. As an alternative, he proposed a city of semi-open, modular habitats suspended 5000 feet above the ground and powered by oxygen and hydrogen harnessed from water vapor in the clouds.

Inspired by the murals of Carl Abrahams lining the departures lounge of Kingston Jamaica’s Norman Manley International Airport, Hurvin Anderson presents a new, sixteen-panel, monumental painting in his first solo show at Pérez Art Museum Miami. Mining the space between abstraction and representation in painting, Anderson creates art that is at once steeped in history but also acutely contemporary. Born in Birmingham, England to Jamaican parents of the Windrush Generation, a graduate of the Royal College of Art in London, Anderson’s paintings are grounded in the universal spaces and visual archive of the landscape tradition so much a part of the history of modern western art. Yet, as is demonstrated here, he is also an explorer of what those histories mean in the African diaspora and, more specifically, within the cultural and social traditions of the Caribbean. In 2022, Anderson participated in the Kingston Biennial. While working on that project, he traveled to and from Jamaica through Miami; coming face-to-face with the two murals Abrahams painted on Jamaican history for the airport in 1985. During this time, Abrahams’s murals began resonating with Anderson in a different way. Reflecting on the importance of Jamaican history, and the rich history of the Caribbean as a whole, Anderson began working on ideas for this show while taking these trips. Thinking of what these historical murals mean for immigration, but also as a point of entry and departure for tourism, Anderson developed this new sixteen-panel painting.

The panther is the state animal of Florida, the last big cat surviving east of the Mississippi River, and an icon of the Florida Wildlife Corridor. A subspecies of the puma, the panther was driven to extinction throughout its range in the eastern United States, except for a small remnant population that persisted in Florida’s Everglades. Panther numbers had dwindled to fewer than 20 individuals by the 1980s, but conservation efforts have helped the population rebound to nearly 200 today. The biggest obstacle to the panther’s continued recovery is access to enough of its historic territory throughout Florida and adjoining states.

Cuban-born Agustín Fernández (1928–2006) was a modern master, incorporating a non-dualistic visual language of figuration and abstraction. Juxtaposing anatomical images with subdued coloration, Fernández is an artist difficult to position within the color-saturated Cuban canon. His ambiguous forms are evocative of flesh and eros, represented through a monochromatic palette. Resonating with the broader modernist movement, Fernández’s work explores themes of exile, separation, and abandonment. Self-identifying as a “painter of the brush,” Fernández was also an undisputed master of drawing. A first-rate draftsman, his works include depictions of ripped and folded paper, pins, hooks, belts, lines, and spikes. His aesthetic in both painting and drawing revolves around these iconographic elements, reflecting a world of aggression and conflict, physical pain, and metaphysical contemplation. Fernández examines these themes through a psychological lens.

This exhibition is presented in three chapters, each showcasing a single video work by a different artist: Cao Fei, Cécile B. Evans, and Guerreiro do Divino Amor. Visitors are encouraged to return to experience the works individually. Each video takes viewers on a journey through alternate realities where the boundaries between the real, the virtual, and the imagined blur. Collectively, the works examine how constructed worlds—whether simulated, cultural, or mythological—shape our understanding of identity, space, and power.

Explore how swimwear has evolved from practical attire to cultural statement in a new exhibition at HistoryMiami Museum. Waves of Style: Swimwear Through the Decades, on view from May 10 through October 5, traces the transformation of swim fashion through historic garments and interactive displays. Guests can explore the societal influences that have shaped perceptions of swimwear while also participating in hands-on activities, including the opportunity to design their own swimwear concepts. The exhibition brings together an impressive collaboration of partners, including Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau, PARAISO Miami Swim Week, Patsy West, Miami Dade College's Wolfson Archives, Keni Valenti, University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame and Museum, and contemporary swimwear brands such as NADJEA, Kené Kaya, Liliana Montoya Swim, SHAN and Chromat.

Language and Image: Conceptual and Performance-based Photography from the Jorge M. Pérez Collection brings together more than 100 works by over 50 international artists. In line with our mission and vision—one that is shared by our patrons’ passion for collecting—the artists come from all over the planet but artists from Latin America and the African diaspora play a significant role. Celebrated artists who have made innovative works of art for decades, such as Marina Abramović, Thomas Ruff, Cindy Sherman, and Thomas Struth are featured alongside artists like Jonathas de Andrade, María Magdalena Campos-Pons, Ana Mendieta, and Vik Muniz, among others who have been presented at the museum frequently in the past.

Tickets will be delivered to dual enrollment graduates *only* at their respective high school, the week of May 19th. There are no electronic tickets. Last day to buy tickets is May 4th at 11:30 p.m. There will be NO tickets available the day of the event. THERE IS NO PICKUP AT WILL CALL. PLEASE DISREGARD THAT MESSAGE THAT IS AUTOMATED FROM EVENTBRITE. Information Source: Doral College | eventbrite

Pre-sale Ticket Sale Ends Today. Earn up to 18 CLE credits in a single day, including ethics and technology required credits.* ALL PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE LAW LIBRARY AT THE DADE COUNTY COURTHOUSE. Attend courses on Understanding the Amendments to the Rules of Civil Procedure, Winning in Motion Calendar, Dealing with Difficult Opposing Counsel, Effective Voir Dire, What Judges Want Trial Lawyers to Know, Use of Technology in Court, Artificial Intelligence & ChatGPT Issues, Making a Winning Oral Argument, Discovery: Advice from the Bench, Judicial Ethics, Professionalism, Mental Health, and a View from the Bench on Overlooked Motion Practice Tips. Tickets are available from several dollars per CLE hour, which includes the judicial cocktail reception. Attend Florida's largest judicial reception and CLE conference. Friday, May 9 The Miracle Theatre, 280 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, FL 33134 Bonus Morning Session begins at 8 AM Main Event begins at 9 AM J udicial Cocktail Reception follows the conclusion of the program All proceeds from the program benefit the Law Library at the Dade County Courthouse. **TICKETS ARE LIMITED BY THE VENUE AND WILL NOT BE SOLD AT THE DOOR. RSVP NOW TO ENSURE ADMISSION TO THE LARGEST JUDICIAL EVENT OF ITS KIND IN FLORIDA.** * CLE application pending. The program includes lite breakfast snacks in the morning and beverages during the day. Meals are on your own. Feel free to bring any food of your choice, order in, or take a break to sample one of the dozens of neighboring, award-winning restaurants. Information Source: Law Library at the Dade County Courthouse | eventbrite

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Experience the electrifying Rauw Alejandro - Cosa Nuestra World Tour in Miami at the prestigious Kaseya Center on May 30, 2025. Immerse yourself in the captivating performance of Latin music sensation Rauw Alejandro as he takes the stage at 601 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL, 33132. Don't miss this unforgettable evening filled with pulsating beats and infectious energy. Get your tickets now and be part of this unforgettable musical journey.

On May 29, join us at the Mondrian South Beach for a night of fashion, music and some incredible food. This event will feature stunning swimwear trends on the runway, live music, and a mix of clothing and accessory vendors to name a few, bringing the heat. Information Source: Chez Les Mannequins | eventbrite

The Fashion Life Tour (TFL) announces our official Miami Edition 2025 Tour stop to be held on Friday, May 30th at The Sagamore Hotel in Miami Beach. TFL will be joined by celebrity designers, entertainers and special guests during the upscale fashion event that will feature over 12 brands, including emerging designers, models, performing artists and world-traveled professionals as they showcase their talents during the TFL fashion show. Networking opportunities! Come out to support small businesses & some of the fashion industry's most talented designers, performers & models from all over the globe during TFL’s ’25 Tour stop during Miami edition. Led by CEO Kiara Belen, ANTM Alumni and modeling coach, TFL was established in 2019 to provide support and opportunities for emerging designers, artists and models to expand their branding platforms locally and throughout the international market. Date: Friday May 30th 2025 Red Carpet: 7:00pm - Miami Break News Show Time : 8:00pm- Hosted by Kiara Belen Performances by *Joy Orleans *Taylor Fangmann *Revenenze Location: Sagamore Hotel 1671 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139 Featured Activities will include ... * Fashion Designer Showcases *Performances * National/International Press, Red Carpet Interviews * Celebrity/VIP Guests * Vendors * Gift Bags, aka “Swag Bags” (VIP) ... and much, much more! Important information: Vendors, sponsors and designers please submit a ticket for consideration. Media: Please email thefashionlifetour@gmail.com with media credentials or information. Information Source: The Fashion Life Tour | eventbrite

Renowned pianist Richard Clayderman will captivate audiences at the James L Knight Center in Miami on May 3, 2025. Known for his romantic piano melodies, Clayderman's performance promises an enchanting evening for music enthusiasts. The James L Knight Center, located at 400 SE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL, 33131, provides an intimate setting for attendees to immerse themselves in the magical music of this world-class artist. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the timeless elegance of Richard Clayderman live in concert.

Experience the powerful and uplifting worship of Barak at the Dios Fuerte Tour in Miami. Taking place at the Kaseya Center on May 9, 2025, this event promises an unforgettable evening filled with soul-stirring music and heartfelt praise. Join fellow believers at 601 Biscayne Blvd, FL, 33132, for a spiritual journey like no other. Mark your calendars and prepare to be moved by the inspiring melodies and messages of Barak - Dios Fuerte Tour.

Rubén Blades will be performing at the Fotografías Tour in Miami at the Kaseya Center on May 15, 2025. The concert will take place at 601 Biscayne Blvd, FL, 33132. Don't miss this opportunity to experience the legendary artist live in concert at this iconic venue. Get ready to be captivated by Rubén Blades' timeless music and unforgettable performance. Mark your calendars for a night filled with passion, rhythm, and soulful melodies that will leave you wanting more. Secure your tickets now for a truly memorable evening with Rubén Blades at the Fotografías Tour in Miami.

Experience the magic of DUKI WORLD TOUR as it arrives in Miami at the prestigious Kaseya Center on May 17, 2025. Immerse yourself in a night of unforgettable music and entertainment at this iconic venue located at 601 Biscayne Blvd, FL, 33132. Don't miss the chance to witness this incredible event in one of the most vibrant cities in the world.

The CHOPIN for ALL: SEASON of WINNERS. Don’t miss the final concert of the season with the triumphant return of William Ge, 5th Prize Winner of the 11th National Chopin Piano Competition. William first graced our stages back in 2023. Now he returns as a top prize winner! This series celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the National Chopin Piano Competition, bringing audiences the extraordinary artistry of its laureates. About William Ge William Ge, 17, studies at Phillips Academy Andover and the New England Conservatory Preparatory School under Jonathan Bass and Dang Thai Son. He has performed with the Philadelphia Orchestra, the Boston Pops, and the Frost Chopin Festival Chamber Orchestra. He has participated in the Morningside Music Bridge Programandfestivals such as the Frost Chopin Academy, Art of the Piano Festival, and the Cliburn Junior Festival. A four-year Chopin Foundation Scholarship recipient, William is also a winner of the MTNA National Senior Piano Competition and the Jacob Flier International Piano Competition. Ticket Information Admission is free, and seating is general admission, available on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration is recommended to secure your seat.Chopin Foundation members can request reserved seating by contacting admin@chopin.org or calling 305-868-0624. Granada Church (Coral Gables) Nestled in the picturesque city of Coral Gables, Granada Church is known for its historic charm and serene ambiance. Its intimate setting and outstanding acoustics make it a perfect venue for enjoying the timeless music of Chopin. Parking: Complimentary parking, including accessible spaces, is available in the church’s lot, with additional street parking nearby. All artists, dates, and programs are subject to change without notice. Information Source: Chopin Foundation of the United States | eventbrite

The highly anticipated CENTRAL CEE event is set to take place in Miami Beach at the prestigious LIV Nightclub Miami. Mark your calendars for May 23, 2025, and head to 4441 Collins Ave, FL, 33140 for a night to remember. This exclusive event promises to showcase top talent in the music industry and provide an unforgettable experience for attendees. Make sure not to miss out on this exciting opportunity to be a part of CENTRAL CEE in the vibrant city of Miami Beach.

Welcome to the Family & Friends Field Day! Come join us for a fun-filled day at the Betty T. Ferguson Recreational Complex ! This event is all about spending quality time with your loved ones while enjoying various outdoor activities. Get ready to participate in exciting games, challenges, and competitions that will bring out your competitive spirit and create lasting memories with your family and friends. From relay races to sack races, there will be something for everyone to enjoy. So grab your loved ones and join us for a day of laughter, friendly competition, and bonding. Don't miss out on this opportunity to make new memories and strengthen the bonds with your family and friends. We can't wait to see you there! Information Source: Shakevia's Sickle Cell Anemia Foundation Incorporated | eventbrite

Join us for the most epic Miami Swimweek Event, Miss Vizcaya Swimwear 2025 ! It is an amazing runway show featuring Vizcaya Swimwear's new collection along with over 20 models competiting for the chance to become Miss Vizcaya Swimwear 2025 and the brand ambassador for the year! Music provided by DJ Jina and DJ Jorge Molina. Full bar available. Doors open at 5pm, the event start at 6:30pm Information Source: Vizcaya Swimwear | eventbrite

Kick off your Swim Fit weekend with a high-energy fitness and wellness experience led by certified coach and wellness motivator Rachel Joy. This 45-minute movement session is designed to awaken your body, elevate your mood, and align your mindset—all set to a custom-curated Miami playlist. Expect a dynamic blend of functional movement, bodyweight training, and intentional breathing. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast or just here for the sweat and vibes, Rachel’s radiant energy will leave you feeling strong, centered, and completely recharged. Post-Workout Perks After class, stay for our Wellness + Hydration Lounge—a relaxed networking session to refuel, reset, and connect with fellow participants Swim Fit is part of the official Miami Swim Week Wellness Program, created to inspire movement, mindfulness, and meaningful connection. What’s Included:Hydration by Kopu WaterSunscreen essentials by Australian GoldWellness Frequency TestingMiami Swim Week Gift BagsFloor mats providedComplimentary ticket to the Miami Swim Week After Party (6/01 · 11 PM)Plus, more wellness partners to be announced soon! Information Source: Miami Swim Week® -The Shows | eventbrite

FlipSide Miami | Presented by Dade County (FL) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated Join us Saturday, May 31st, for “FlipSide Miami” For an unforgettable evening of music, dance, art, and comedy. FlipSide Miami showcases the talent of politicians, business executives, educators, and maybe even your next-door neighbor who have hidden talents. One of South Florida’s highly anticipated social and entertainment events, FlipSide Miami, elevates the vibe with added attractions and event features like an after-party waterside soirée where tropical vibes meet elegant sophistication with the sounds of the Deep Fried Funk Band. Make it a date night, a girlfriend's night, or just take a moment to treat yourself! FlipSide Miami is just "for you," and we are honored to be returning to The Lou Rawls Center for the Performing Arts on the campus of Florida Memorial University! This signature event will raise scholarship funds for college-bound students, Florida Memorial University students, and programmatic initiatives while giving you the night of your life. --- Saturday, May 31, 2025 Lou Rawls Center for the Performing Arts 15800 NW 42nd Avenue, Miami Gardens, FL 33054 - --------- Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to witness Miami's best talent. Please mark your calendars and join us for FlipSide Miami! We can't wait to see you there. Information Source: Dade County (FL) Chapter, The Links Incorporated | eventbrite

For its 2024 Contemporary Arts Program Exhibition, Vizcaya presents Pastiche, featuring site-specific work by Miami-based artist Lauren Shapiro. The exhibition explores the enduring legacy of Vizcaya’s artistic advisor, Paul Chalfin (1874 – 1959), whose 150th anniversary we celebrate this year. Interpreting Vizcaya’s architecture, history, and environment through this lens, Shapiro will debut a series of sculptures in response to three spaces decorated by Chalfin: the Breakfast Room, Enclosed Loggia, and Reception Room.