Miami's year-round thriving arts and culture scene gets a little bit louder, brighter, and bolder each December with the arrival of over 20 art fairs representing over 1,200 galleries and thousands of artists. For one week everyone from the curious casual observer to the networking industry insider can allow themselves to get swept away from their everyday routines to a place where they can, however briefly, enjoy the rapture of a brave creative otherworld on the grandest stage. Here is our Essentialist rundown of the fairs not to miss, where to rest your feet and nourish the body between the whirlwind of events and excitement.
NeueJournal
Miami Art Week 2023
NeueHouse x Essentialist
ART BASEL MIAMI BEACH
The flagship fair of Miami Art Week and behemoth of the global art scene, this is the 101 of art fairs, featuring significant works alongside emerging stars in the modern and contemporary art world.
LEARN MORE
DESIGN MIAMI
Furniture, lighting and objets d’art. Design Miami, conveniently next door to Art Basel, is known for its varied collectables, bringing together some of the most influential designers in the decorative arts world.
LEARN MORE
ART MIAMI
Miami’s longest running contemporary art fair, Art Miami is among the world’s most respected art galleries and a leading platform for acquisition of some of the most important works of the 20th and 21st centuries.
LEARN MORE
CONTEXT ART MIAMI
Returning for its 10th edition, CONTEXT Art Miami serves as a hub for artists and collectors globally, showcasing boundary-pushing exhibits and a range of contemporary and modern artists.
LEARN MORE
AQUA ART MIAMI
To view work by young and mid-career artists, explore Aqua Art Miami. A roster of well respected international galleries will showcase the fresh artists' works in the intimate exhibition rooms, which open into the beautiful courtyard of the classic South Beach Hotel.
LEARN MORE
PINTA MIAMI
Pinta Miami spotlights some of the most impressive modern and contemporary Latin American and Spanish artists, with over 50 international galleries represented. In addition to the main section, this year will feature two more fairs, Solo-Duo Projects and NEXT, all inside The Hangar in Coconut Grove.
LEARN MORE
MIAMI RIVER ART FAIR
Miami River Art Fair returns for its 12th iteration, showcasing a collection of artworks, special NFT projects, and virtual booths, all against a 360 degree view of the downtown Miami skyline.
LEARN MORE
NADA ART FAIR
New Art Dealers Alliance (NADA) is a non-profit arts organization dedicated to the cultivation, support, and advancement of new voices in contemporary art. Their annual fair offers the coveted opportunity to discover lesser-known art and artists.
LEARN MORE
UNTITLED ART
The leading independent art fair prioritizes collaboration and offers an inclusive platform for discovering contemporary art.
LEARN MORE
SCOPE MIAMI 2023
Nickerson Projects
Booth F05
With over 90 art shows spanning more than 20 years, SCOPE Art Show in Miami, New York, and Basel, Switzerland is celebrated as the premier showcase for international emerging contemporary art and multi-disciplinary creative programming.
LEARN MORE
SOULECTION
Oasis Wynwood
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7
Miami, Soulection returns to Art Basel for a special takeover at Oasis Wynood, we’re bringing some friends along and hope you will too–see u soon.
LEARN MORE
BOUNCE BASEL
Oolite Arts
Wednesday, October 18 - Sunday, January 21
"Bounce", a dynamic fusion of movement and static art curated by Storm Ascher at Oolite Arts features works from emerging artists.
LEARN MORE
GUSTAF WESTMAN
The Standard Spa
Tuesday, December 5 - Thursday, January 4
Swedish designer Gustaf Westmans's signature use of color, curvature, and material will transform the Scandinavian-inspired Café Standard into a whimsical watering hole for locals and travelers during Miami Art Week and then some. Some of his beloved works, including the famed ‘Curvy Mirror’, will be on display within the public space.
LEARN MORELET ME KNOW WHEN YOU LAND
HypeBeast & HypeArt
Friday, December 8 - Sunday, December 10
Samsung Galaxy presents "Let Me Know When You Land" at HUB Miami, an immersive exhibition by artist Eri Wakiyama, featuring hand-painted devices and original artworks exploring Galaxy, Existentialism, and A Bright Future during Miami Art Week 2023.
LEARN MOREART AFTER DARK
Cote Miami presented by Resy
Friday December, 8 - Sunday December, 10
The Miami outpost of the Michelin-starred Korean Steakhouse is hosting an "art-inspired Basel Feast" curated by Chef David Shim. Seatings available 12-3pm and 5pm-12am.
RSVP
LPM MIAMI
Local artist Lucy Glaser hand painted glassware inspired by French artist Jean Cocteau, for limited edition cocktails that will be served all week. The La Sucette is a Vodka Highball with fat-wash strawberry yogurt vodka, citric solution, and a homemade rosé lollipop garnish and guests can take the custom glassware home.
BOOK A RESERVATION
TERRAS
The rooftop of the Life House Hotel in Little Havana offers glittering views of the Miami skyline and tropical drinks featuring fresh herbs and fruits pulled from the bar's very own rooftop and courtyard gardens.
BOOK A RESERVATION
CASA TUA
Miami Beach
Elevated Italian comfort food in an ethereal garden surrounded by lush tropical plants and flora.
BOOK A RESERVATION
PLANTA
Miami Beach
A haven for vegans and non-vegans alike. Don't miss their signature burger, and if you like truffle, their udon noodles.
BOOK A RESERVATION
DANTE'S HIFI x ART BASEL
Miami’s first all-vinyl listening bar is hosting a special lineup of DJs spinning between 12/5 -12/10 in celebration of Art Basel. Advanced booking highly recommended.