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Miami is in full holiday swing this December, and the events just keep getting better as we dive deeper into the season. On Thursday, get ready for a unique cosmic holiday celebration at Afrobeta Cosmic Constellation at the Bandshell, where you’ll enjoy immersive video art and a celestial performance. If you’re looking to engage with art in a more experimental way, Locust Projects offers Locust Late featuring live performances and workshops by Richard Vergez and Richard Garet, exploring sound, technology, and transformation.
The weekend brings even more excitement, with the Sweat Holiday Party on Friday offering a soulful blend of jazz vibes, vinyl sets, and a cause to support—helping fight for housing rights. On Saturday, OurMarket at Lot 11 Skatepark brings together local vendors, live jazz music, and the chance to barter for vintage treasures. The Great Gatsby Party promises a lavish night of live music, burlesque, and aerial acts alongside an era-inspired beverage program and a VIP casino suite. The Naughty List at Dear Eleanor invites you to dress up and support gender-affirming care, while Oyster Reefer on Sunday brings a taste of the Gulf to Miami, with oysters, specialty cocktails, and a lineup of stellar DJs.
THU, DEC 19
— Afrobeta Cosmic Constellation [The Bandshell transforms into a magical snow globe. Enjoy a concert by Afrobeta, alongside a celestial pom pom sculpture by fiber artist Karelle Levy (Krelwear) and immersive video art by Mariana Mendoza. The evening begins with a set by Miami-based songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Vania Junco.]
— Moon Destroys (ex-Torche + Royal Thunder) with the LAB at Kill Your Idol
— Locust Late at the DiLL featuring Richard Vergez + performance by Richard Garet at Locust Projects [Discover the intersection of art and technology in Richard Vergez’s Sound & Vision workshop, where participants will create boundary-pushing works inspired by expanded cinema, collage, and Fluxus. Then, immerse in Richard Garet’s Material Audiovision, a live performance that transforms sound and light into sculptural forms, embracing glitches and electromagnetic fields to explore themes of memory, decay, and transformation.]
FRI, DEC 20
— The Great Gatsby Party in Miami
— Emo Nite at The Ground [Support a cause while you party—$1 from every ticket transaction goes to Emo Nite Gives A F*ck, funding organizations dedicated to mental health, harm reduction, children and families, poverty and homelessness, disenfranchised communities, and terminal illness.]
— Domicile Presents NIKOLINA Miami debut
— La Vida Boheme at ZeyZey
— Schism: Tribute to Tool at Revolution Live
— Drunk Ex with special guests Firstworld & Bedscene at Gramps
— Sweat Holiday Party [10% of all sales will benefit non-profit @smash.miami and their mission to make Housing AHuman Right for all!]
SAT, DEC 21
— Augusto Yepes at MODE
— Call To Action: The Naughty List at Dear Eleanor [Time to bring out your slutty Santas, quirky elves, or delicate snowflakes with their costume contest. Judged ballroom style, this year’s event will support @dolllinkup and drag icon @arieselita, with all proceeds going toward her gender-affirming care.]
— Ourmarket at Lot 11 Skatepark [Featuring 50+ vendors offering vintage clothing, jewelry, art, food, and more. This event introduces a new bartering area where attendees can trade items like cameras, toys, and clothing. Plus, enjoy live jazz music as the sun sets, making for the perfect market experience.]
— GalaxyCon’s Nightmare Before Christmas Party [A spooky-festive mashup of Halloween and Christmas! Dance to emo hits spun by Chris Kamrada of Dashboard Confessional, shop from eerie vendors, enjoy drag and burlesque performances, and snap a photo with Mick Foley as Santa Claus. Dress in your best spooky or festive cosplay for a chance to win a Christmas gift in the costume contest.]
— El Ultimo Perreo by Perreo Galáctico
— The Riddim Before X-Mas by Bass Music Society
— Rapture's Deli Family Size X-Mas at MODE [Enjoy fresh beats from local talent, including special B2B sets and an exciting debut. Explore the vibrant holiday magic of Dr. Funkenstein’s art gallery, and sip on craft cocktails by Joseph Jebelean.]
— Sancocho with @alan_amorozzo @earcandymusic.co and @harry.hm88 with residents @thatpadraic and @eaptostao! [A night of music, drumming, dancing, and feasting on Sancocho awaits, along with a chance to shop from vendors offering jewelry, fashion, and vinyl records. It’s the perfect blend of celebration, culture, and shopping all in one vibrant evening.]
SUN, DEC 22
— The Execution of The Kissing Booth at Gramps [The Firing Squad roasts the coming-of-age TV tale about Elle (Joey King), a quirky, late-blooming teenager whose romance with high school senior Noah (Jacob Elordi) threatens her lifelong friendship with Noah’s younger brother, Lee. Directed by Vince Marcello, this 105-minute film explores love, friendship, and growing up. Hosted by Mike Menendez and Bradlys Philoctete.]
— Oyster Reefer: A Benefit for Gulf Oyster Restoration at ZeyZey Miami [An unforgettable evening supporting Gulf oyster restoration efforts. Guests can enjoy all-you-can-eat Southern oysters from regional farms, specialty cocktails, and a vibrant atmosphere with live DJ sets. The event features raw and chargrilled oysters paired with premium drinks from Don Julio, Grey Whale Gin, Tripping Animals Brewing, and more. A stellar lineup of DJs, including Charles Levine (Soul Clap) and Dude Skywalker, will keep the energy high all night. Plus, all oyster shells will be recycled for reef regeneration, contributing to the health of marine ecosystems.]
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