30+ Things To Do in Miami This May 2025 — Events, Festivals & Fun
Planning your calendar already? May in Miami isn’t just about sweating through your shirt—it’s a full experience. So, if you’re hunting for things to do in Miami this May (2025), I’ve got options that won’t feel like a copy-paste itinerary.
Some months drag, but May in Miami doesn’t wait for anyone. The days feel longer, and suddenly every event is screaming for attention. And if downtown Miami starts to feel a little too familiar? I’ve also dropped in a few picks outside the city. Yup, you might want to gas up the car or check that train schedule. It’ll be worth it.
Now, instead of scrolling through random TikToks or getting FOMO via group chats, this list breaks down what’s actually worth your time.
Event details and schedules can change. Please check the official website or contact the organisers for the most up-to-date info.
30+ Things To Do in Miami This May 2025
Smorgasburg Miami (Every Weekend)
Still recovering from last weekend’s food coma? Too bad—Smorgasburg’s back every weekend in Wynwood. With 40+ vendors slinging everything from Korean noodles to frozen treats, this outdoor market’s a delicious problem. New concepts? More shade? You might “accidentally” stay all day.
- Location: 2600 NW 2nd Ave (across from Wynwood Walls)
- Admission: Free. Pay vendors directly.
- Website: www.smorgasburgmiami.com
Racing Fan Fest (May 1-4)
Not into actual racing? No problem. Racing Fan Fest is more about the fun off the track—DJ sets, food stalls, merch drops, and F1 simulators you can pretend to master.
- Location: Wynwood Marketplace (2250 NW 2nd Ave.)
- Admission: Get your free tickets here.
- Website: www.racingfanfest.com
Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix (May 2-4)
The race is just one part of the fun. Pitbull opens the party, Kygo keeps it going, and fans? Everywhere. But who’s performing next? Stay tuned (and maybe pack earplugs).
- Location: Hard Rock Stadium (347 Don Shula Dr., Miami Gardens)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.f1miamigp.com
Candlelight Concert Series (May 2-16)
Ever cried to Adele under candlelight in a church? These concerts blend classical strings with chart-toppers, from Luis Miguel to Coldplay.
- Website: www.feverup.com
- May 2 – Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer (Scottish Rite Temple MIA – 471 NW 3rd St, Miami)
- May 2 – Candlelight: A Tribute to Adele (Scottish Rite Temple MIA – 471 NW 3rd St, Miami)
- May 11 – Candlelight Open Air: Tribute to Luis Miguel ( Palapa at Upper Buena Vista – 5040 NE 2nd Ave, Miami)
- May 16 – Candlelight Spring: Tribute to ABBA (Scottish Rite Temple MIA – 471 NW 3rd St, Miami)
- May 16 – Candlelight Spring: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons (Scottish Rite Temple MIA – 471 NW 3rd St, Miami)
The Downtown Cup (Starts May 2)
Soccer in the middle of Flagler Street? Yup, that’s happening. This pop-up turf invites anyone with feet and a little hustle to join the fun. No team? Just show up and kick things around.
- Location: 200 E Flagler St, Miami
- Admission: Click here.
- Website: www.juliaandhenrys.com
Maker Faire Miami (May 3-4)
At Fairchild Garden, you’ll see robots, inventions, and creative minds doing their thing. Bonus: lots of hands-on stuff for kids and curious adults who miss robotics.
- Location: Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden (10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.miami.makerfaire.com
La Expo México Miami (May 4)
Love mariachi? Can’t say no to tacos? This expo celebrates Mexican culture with live shows, traditional fashion, and delicious food.
- Location: Miccosukee Casino & Resort (500 SW 177th Ave., Miami)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Instagram: @laexpomexicomiami
Cinco de Wynwood (May 5)
More than ten margarita flavors. DJs everywhere. And yes, street tacos that may ruin all other tacos for you. This all-day bash turns Monday into a full-on fiesta.
- Location: The Wynwood Marketplace (2250 NW 2nd Ave., Miami)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Instagram: @cincodewynwood
Cinco de Mayo at Pier 5 (May 5)
Pier 5 brings the tequila and the chill. Snag a shot, sip a daiquiri, and score a free sombrero if you RSVP. Two bars, plenty of tacos, and waterfront views? Not a bad way to wrap up a Monday.
- Location: 401 Biscayne Boulevard #Unit M100, Miami
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.pier5.com
Authentic Flamenco Miami (May 9–10)
Flamenco hits differently when it’s live, and this one brings the full cast and fire. Spanish stars light up the stage with music, dance, and pure drama.
- Location: Miami Theater Center (9806 NE 2nd Ave, Miami Shores)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.authenticflamencoshow.com
Miami Arte Agave Tequila & Mezcal Festival (May 9)
Over 100 types of tequila and mezcal in one place? That’s a serious commitment to happy hour. This fest mixes tastings, live music, food, and cocktails that might just change your weekend plans. Hydrate accordingly.
- Location: Sanctuary MIMO (7610 Biscayne Blvd, Miami)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.arteagave.com
Concerts Under the Stars (May 10 & 31)
No candles this time—just the Miami skyline, starlight, and music icon tributes. This series brings nostalgic hits to Biscayne Bay. May 10 features Piano Men, and May 31’s for the ABBA fans.
- Website: www.concertsunderthestars.com / www.feverup.com
- May 10 – Piano Men: An Elton John and Billy Joel Tribute at Miami Marriott Biscayne Bay (1633 N Bayshore Dr, Miami)
- May 31 – ABBA Under the Stars at Miami Marriott Biscayne Bay (1633 N Bayshore Dr, Miami)
Free Family Fun Day: Fun in the Sun (May 10)
Sun, swimwear history, and a build-your-own-swimsuit workshop? Sounds chaotic in the best way. This family-friendly day at the museum blends the beach atmosphere with hands-on fun. Bonus: storytelling, music, and zero screen time.
- Location: HistoryMiami Museum (101 W. Flagler St., Miami)
- Admission: Register here.
- Website: www.historymiami.org
Mother’s Day at The Berry Farm (May 10-11)
Moms + sunflowers + a corn maze = a surprisingly cute combo. This weekend at The Berry Farm includes live music, family fun, and free meals for moms.
- Location: 13720 SW 216th St, Miami
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.visittheberryfarm.com
STAMPED Rooftop Pool Party (May 11)
A rooftop pool party on a Saturday night? Don’t mind if we do. At ART Wynwood, you’ll catch Afrobeat sets by AYA & Friends, poolside cocktails, and food that lives up to the view.
- Location: 2217 NW Miami Ct 9th floor, Miami
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.arlohotels.com /www.artrooftops.com
Mother’s Day at LPM Restaurant & Bar (May 11)
If your mom prefers sea bass over sunflowers, LPM’s prix-fixe Mediterranean menu might be more her speed. Add a complimentary massage, dessert, and a very fancy ambiance, and suddenly you’re the favorite child again.
- Location: 1300 Brickell Bay Drive, Miami
- Admission: Book here.
- Website: www.lpmrestaurants.com
MatchaFest Miami: The Matcha Takeover (May 17)
Tea people, you can’t skip this one. MatchaFest brings together vendors, creators, and enough green tea to keep you buzzing. Expect local goods, DJ sets, and a crowd that definitely knows what “ceremonial grade” means.
- Location: Mids Market (7200 NW 2nd Ave., Miami)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.matchafest.com
The Haitian Compas Festival (May 17)
One of Miami’s longest-running festivals, this Bayfront Park bash brings Haitian music, food, and culture center stage. Come for the live bands, stay for the flavor, and maybe a quick dance break.
- Location: Bayfront Park (301 Biscayne Blvd., Miami)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.haitiancompafestival.com
Hyundai Air & Sea Show (May 24-25)
This Memorial Day weekend, the sky’s getting loud. Expect jets, choppers, and high-speed stunts that make you squint. There are also military tech displays and a chance to meet the folks behind the uniforms.
- Location: Lummus Park (1300 Ocean Drive, On the beach, between 10th and 15th streets, Miami Beach)
- Admission: Free
- Website: www.usasalute.com
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Celebration (May 24-25)
Head to Miami Children’s Museum for a weekend full of culture, crafts, and energy. From Taiko drums to wristband-making and even a Jianzi showdown, it’s hands-on fun for all ages.
- Location: 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.miamichildrensmuseum.org
Colombia Exposhow Miami (May 24-25)
Doral’s getting a glow-up thanks to Colombian designers, chefs, and artists. This two-day cultural fest brings fashion, beauty, music, and food together with a serious dose of Colombian flair.
- Location: Doral Cultural Arts Center (8363 NW 53rd St., Doral)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Instagram: @colombiaexposhow
Best of the Best Music Fest (May 25)
This one’s for the reggae heads, hip-hop fans, and anyone who needs a good bassline. Bayfront Park hosts the Best of the Best, a full-day Caribbean music fest that’ll shake your long weekend.
- Location: Bayfront Park (301 N. Biscayne Blvd., Miami)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.bestofthebestconcert.com
Miami Swim Week: The Shows (May 28-June 1)
Runway shows. Pool parties. Industry talks. Swim Week turns the beach into a fashion HQ with more than 150 designers.
- Location: Mondrian South Beach (1701 Collins Ave., Miami Beach)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.miamiswimweekshows.com
Third Horizon Film Festival (May 29-June 1)
If Hollywood feels a little… predictable, this festival might be your fix. Third Horizon brings Caribbean and diaspora stories to the big screen with indie films, panels, and fresh perspectives.
- Location: Multiple locations.
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.thirdhorizonfilmfestival.com
SPRUNG! Beer Festival (May 31)
Beer lovers, cancel your plans—Wynwood’s turning into a massive sip-and-stroll. With 200+ craft beers, food trucks, and live DJs, it’s like summer in a cup. Entry’s free, the pours are strong, and the toughest decision? Lager or IPA.
- Location: The Wynwood Marketplace (2250 NW 2nd Ave, Miami)
- Admission: Get your tickets here.
- Website: www.wynwood-marketplace.com
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