Best Things To Do in Miami This August (2025)
If you’ve already rotated through iced lattes, beach days, and pretending to run errands for the a/c, no worries. This guide to things to do in Miami this August (2025) has a bunch of easy wins for your social calendar—no planning spiral needed. Plus, I threw in a few ideas just outside the city.
August won’t slow down, but you can at least steer it somewhere fun.
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Things To Do in Miami This August 2025 | Concerts, Culture & Nonstop Summer Fun
Historic Virginia Key Beach Park Trust Anniversary (August 1)
You can start your August plan with a birthday bash. Virginia Key Beach Park turns 80, and it’s throwing a full-blown community party with music, food, and history.
- Location: Historic Virginia Key Beach Park (4020 Virginia Beach Drive, Miami)
- Admission: Free. More info here.
- Website: www.virginiakeybeachpark.net
- Best for: Beach lovers and locals.
Curry Festival South Florida (August 9)
Curries from around the world? Wynwood turns into a full-on flavor fest with street food, cooking demos, and live music that’ll have you dancing between bites.
- Location: Wynwood Marketplace (2250 Northwest 2nd Avenue, Miami)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Instagram: @curry.festival
- Best for: Foodies and spice chasers.
Jamaica Independence Festival (August 3)
Wynwood’s turning up the heat in Jamaican style. You’ll enjoy jerk chicken, live entertainment, and dancing that goes way past sunset.
- Location: 2129 NW 1st Ct. (2129 NW 1st Ct., Miami)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Best for: Foodies and reggae fans.
Miami Salsa Congress (August 6-11)
So, you say you can dance? Time to prove it. This week-long salsa fest has workshops, live performances, and late-night socials where hips don’t lie.
- Location: InterContinental Miami (100 Chopin Plaza, Miami)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.miamisalsacongress.com
- Best for: Dance floor regulars and salsa newbies.
Roz Hernandez Stand-Up Comedy (August 8)
Roz is bringing her hilarious chaos to Miami for one night only. And yes, expect sharp jokes, strange stories, and the kind of laughter that makes strangers feel like friends.
- Location: Villain Theater (5865 NE 2nd Ave., Miami)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.rozhernandeztour.com
- Best for: People who need a good laugh and comedy lovers.
Maxwell: The Serenade Tour 2025 (August 8)
It’s smooth, soulful, and happening live. Maxwell’s hitting the Kaseya Center, so prepare for falsettos, feelings, and maybe a few slow sways with your date.
- Location: Kaseya Center (601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.musze.com
- Best for: R&B fans and date-night planners.
Contemporary Performance II (August 9)
Don’t worry if you can’t name a single ballet move; this one highlights creativity. With dance crews flying in from all over, this Miami Hispanic Ballet show mixes global flair with an impressive stage presence.
- Location: The Moss Center (10950 SW 211 St., Miami)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.mosscenter.org
- Best for: Artsy friends and dance fans.
José Negroni: Come Fly with Me (August 9)
Now, cue the smooth piano and Sinatra throwbacks. José Negroni is teaming up with Luis Amanti for an evening of jazz, swing, and major golden-era feels.
- Location: The Koubek Center (2705 SW 3rd St., Miami)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.miamidadecountyauditorium.org
- Best for: Jazz fans and classic romantics.
Bebeshito En Concierto (August 9)
Bebeshito’s pulling up to Kaseya Center and bringing all the Latin trap energy with him. Expect viral beats, big bass, and lyrics that’ll hype you up.
- Location: Kaseya Center (601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.kaseyacenter.com
- Best for: Reggaeton fans and party crews.
Cirque du Soleil: OVO (August 14-17)
Acrobats dressed like bugs doing flips mid-air? Cirque’s back with OVO, and features high-flying insects, juggling ants, and jaw-dropping stunts.
- Location: Kaseya Center (601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.kaseyacenter.com
- Best for: Families and date nights.
The Weeknd – After Hours Til Dawn Tour (August 15-16)
He’s moody. He’s melodic. And he’s bringing his entire alternative R&B universe to Hard Rock Stadium. Expect lasers, fan favorites, and incredible visuals.
- Location: Hard Rock Stadium (347 Don Shula Drive, Miami Gardens)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.theweeknd.com
- Best for: Fans of The Weeknd and big stadium shows.
The Fabulous Equinox Orchestra (August 16)
This isn’t your grandpa’s jazz night unless he was into Mardi Gras and Beatles covers. The Equinox Orchestra is bringing full brass, crooner charm, and just the right amount of cheek to The Moss Center.
- Location: The Moss Center (10950 SW 211th St., Miami)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.tickets-smdcac.miamidade.gov
- Best for: Jazz lovers, date nights, and live music fans.
Emilia (August 22-23)
She’s sassy, stylish, and finally hitting Miami. Emilia’s packing The Fillmore with Y2K fashion, viral hits, and main-pop-girl energy.
- Location: The Fillmore Miami Beach at The Jackie Gleason Theater (1700 Washington Ave., Miami Beach)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.fillmore-miami.com
- Best for: Pop fans, Latin music lovers, and concert-goers.
Katy Perry – The Lifetimes Tour (August 23)
You know the songs. You know the outfits. Now see it all live, plus a few tracks from her latest album. Katy’s rolling into Kaseya Center with full spectacle mode: fun atmosphere, confetti, and decades of hits.
- Location: Kaseya Center (601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.katyperry.com
- Best for: Katy Perry fans, pop lovers, and girls’ night out.
Classic Albums Live: Eagles – Hotel California (August 23)
Zero costumes. Zero gimmicks. Just your favorite hits from start to finish. And, of course, every note played exactly how it was on vinyl.
- Location: The Moss Center (10950 SW 211th St., Cutler Bay)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.mosscenter.org
- Best for: Eagles fans, classic rock lovers, and vinyl collectors.
Manuel Turizo – 201 Tour (August 29)
If you’ve been blasting “La Bachata” on repeat, now’s your chance to see it live. Manuel Turizo hits Kaseya Center with one night of reggaeton, smooth vocals, and beats that’ll have you dancing.
- Location: Kaseya Center (601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.manuelturizo.com
- Best for: Latin music fans and date night.
I’m So Classic (August 29)
I’m So Classic kicks off Orange Blossom Classic with music, dancing, and a whole lot of FAMU and Howard pride. The Urban’s the spot, and it goes ‘till 2am, so pace yourself.
- Location: The Urban (1000 NW 2nd Ave., Miami)
- Admission: Get our tickets here.
- Instagram: @iamjadeevents
- Best for: Alumni and football fans.
Labor Day Run (August 30)
Not every Labor Day event involves staying out ‘till 3am This one’s for early risers or at least people who own running shoes. Walk or jog along the scenic Key Biscayne waterfront with a super chill group.
- Location: Playita, Key Biscayne (Across from the Miami Marine Stadium Key Biscayne)
- Admission: Register here.
- Website: www.thebestraces.com
- Best for: Runners, walkers, and groups of friends.
Orange Blossom Classic (August 30)
Two HBCU powerhouses. One massive stadium. The Orange Blossom Classic is back with FAMU vs. Howard. There’s football, but also fan energy and that unbeatable pride all weekend long.
- Location: Hard Rock Stadium (347 Don Shula Drive, Miami Gardens)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.orangeblossomclassic.com
- Best for: Football lovers and alumni.
Labor Day Weekend Pool Party at the Sagamore (August 30-31)
If your Labor Day plan includes sunscreen, DJs, and an ocean view, you’re right where you should be. The Sagamore throws back-to-back pool parties with drinks, dancing, and an incredible social scene.
- Location: Sagamore Hotel (1671 Collins Ave., Miami Beach)
- Admission: Get your tickets here (Aug 30) or here (Aug 31).
- Website: www.vipnightlife.com
- Best for: Poolside parties and beach bums.
Lady Gaga: The Mayhem Ball (August 31, September 1 & 3)
Gaga’s back in Miami, and this time she’s keeping it close and theatrical. The Mayhem Ball is big on drama, bigger on vocals, and loaded with hits (plus new ones).
- Location: Kaseya Center (601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.ladygaga.com
- Best for: Gaga fans and pop lovers.
Taste of AfriKin (August 31)
Food, music, and a jollof rice battle? Taste of AfriKin is throwing down with chefs from all over Africa, plus live music, art, and vendors repping the diaspora.
- Location: Scott Galvin Community Center (1600 NE 126th Street, North Miami)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.afrikin.art
- Best for: Foodies and culture lovers.
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