Miami Art Week 2025

The City, the Chaos, and the Magic in Between

Every year in late fall, right as Miami’s skyline seems to stretch another inch into the clouds and Brickell slips further into its eternal state of “under construction,” something shifts in the air. The days are shorter. The weather is nothing short of spectacular.  Traffic may become a full-contact sport, yes — but the energy? Electric. Suddenly the cranes feel like set pieces, the honking becomes background percussion, and the whole city takes a deep breath before stepping into its most glamorous role of the year.

It’s Miami Art Week — the only time of year when the city feels like a living, breathing gallery.

And every year, without fail, I fall a little more in love with Miami because of it.

The Calm Before the Color

I always start the week the same way: early, before the crowds, I drive down to Coconut Grove or Wynwood with a coffee in hand and remind myself why I do this job — designing spaces for people who crave beauty, calm, and connection in a city that rarely sits still.

There’s a moment — that first morning — when the sunlight hits the buildings just right, and it feels like Miami is whispering, you’re about to see me differently.

And she’s right.

Why I Prefer the Small Shows (And You Should Too)

Everyone talks about Basel. But Miami Art Week isn’t just about Basel. Honestly? Basel is the loud cocktail party where you say hello to everyone but have a meaningful conversation with no one.

The smaller fairs — the ones tucked away in neighborhoods, not yelling for attention — are where the real magic happens. I like wandering, lingering, discovering. I like actually talking to artists. I like finding pieces that don’t require a hedge fund to acquire.

And over the years, these shows have become my essentials:

PINTA

My personal must-see. The air is warm, the crowd is relaxed, and the art — deeply rooted in Latin American culture — feels like a reflection of the city’s soul. There’s color, texture, emotion… stories told in paint, fiber, clay, all with a sense of heritage and identity.  The work is vibrant, emotional, and often more accessible price-wise — perfect for collectors who want meaning, not hype.

Design Miami

Every year, without fail, Design Miami delivers thought-provoking installations and objects that inspire my interior design work for months afterward. I always walk away with at least one idea I end up weaving into a home — a curve, a material, a silhouette, a detail only design obsessives would notice.

This is the place where creativity feels like architecture.Where art sits down and has a drink with functionality.

If you love design innovation, this is your spot.

Art Miami

Art Miami offers an impressive range of galleries and artists, minus the overwhelming crowds. She may be Basel’s underrated “little sister” — but don’t let that fool you. You can see big names without elbowing your way in. And sometimes, you stumble onto a booth that makes you stop — mid-thought, mid-step — because something just speaks to you. It’s one of the best places to wander and stumble onto something unforgettable.

Scope Miami Beach

It’s loud, bold, globally minded, and completely unapologetic.  Scope is the fair for cutting-edge contemporary art from around the world. It’s one part inspiration, one part shock value, and one part “I cannot believe someone made this.” If you’re looking for a statement piece, start here.

Faena Art

Faena is always the Spectacle You Didn’t Know You Needed.

Whether it’s elephants on the beach or massive immersive installations, this beachfront district turns art into an experience. It’s glamorous, cinematic, and so quintessentially Miami. Faena doesn’t do subtle.  And honestly? Thank goodness.

And of course… the parties

From the official kickoff at The Biltmore to Lincoln Road’s public installations, to the Betsy’s Piano Bar Sessions, or the rooftop nightlife takeovers, the entire city transforms. Miami Art Week becomes a story — one you walk through, dance through, and remember long after.