The 18 Best Things to Do in Miami This Week

Monday, March 11

Young adult author Ginny Myers Sain stops at Books & Books on Monday to discuss her latest supernatural thriller, One Last Breath. Myers Sain is best known for her New York Times bestseller Dark & Shallow Lies. Her new book delves into a chilling tale of murder, romance, and a decades-long mystery haunting a small Florida town. Miami-based author Dana Swift will join Myers Sain to discuss the novel. 7 to 8 p.m. Monday at Books & Books, 265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables; 305-442-4408; booksandbooks.com. Admission is free with RSVP via eventbrite.com. Ashley-Anna Aboreden

Tuesday, March 12

On Tuesday, Mode invites you to chill out during its weekly Jazz Night. The new downtown cocktail bar and lounge has settled nicely into its digs, with plenty of parties happening all weekend. But on Tuesdays, live jazz takes over, with special guests invited to perform every week. The cocktail bar serves expertly crafted cocktails that pair well with the improvisational tunes. After 11 p.m., you can enjoy a mix of vinyl selections from guest DJs. 8 to 11 p.m. Tuesday, at Mode, 2 S. Miami Ave., Miami; mode.miami. Admission is free with RSVP via dice.fm. Ashley-Anna Aboreden

Nigerian singer Burna Boy takes the stage at Hard Rock Live as part of his I Told Them Tour. Lately, if you've been hearing about the rise of Afrobeats, you have Burna Boy partly to thank. He's been exporting the sounds from the African continent for a while now. Last year, he released his seventh album, I Told Them, to critical praise. In his four-star review of the album, the Guardian's Alexis Petridis wrote, "Its production hones Burna Boy's sprawling influences into music that feels punchy, inimitable, and impressively streamlined." See for yourself why the African star is woo-ing Western audiences on Tuesday. 8 p.m. Tuesday, at Hard Rock Live, 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood; 954-797-5531; myhrl.com. Tickets cost $110 to $310 via ticketmaster.com. Jose D. Duran

Wednesday, March 13

Step back in time and immerse yourself in an evening of sophistication and amusement during Vizcaya Museum & Gardens' Seersucker Social. Prepare to be transported to the opulent world of the Gilded Age, with the museum encouraging guests to dress in 1920s attire. The night will feature live jazz music, swing dancing, garden games, and more. There will also be a 15-minute tour about the leisure activities Vizcaya's guests enjoyed in the 1920s. 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, at Vizcaya Museum & Gardens, 3251 S. Miami Ave., Miami; 305-250-9133; vizcaya.org. Tickets cost $5 to $10 via eventbrite.com. Ashley-Anna Aboreden

How does a bastard, orphan, son of a whore grow up to be a hero and a scholar? Find out when Lin-Manuel Miranda's Broadway smash, Hamilton, lands at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts. If you still haven't seen the Tony Award-winning musical, it's probably not for a lack of trying — even nearly a decade after its debut, tickets can be hard to come by. The show isn't your average musical, combining elements of hip-hop, R&B, and jazz into a score that is hard to get out of your head. Now's your chance to find out why it continues to be a pop-culture tour de force. 8 p.m. Wednesday through March 24, at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami; 305-949-6722; arshtcenter.org. Tickets cost $39 to $229. Sophia Medina

Thursday, March 14

It's that time of year again! Funnel cakes, corn dogs, Ferris wheels, wild mouse coasters, and log flumes have convened for the annual Miami-Dade County Youth Fair & Exposition (AKA the Youth Fair). In what has become a rite of passage for kids across South Florida, the fair takes place through the first week of April. The theme of the 72nd edition is "Spaceventure," with the promise of out-of-this-world entertainment, food, and performances. It's the largest county fair in Florida, spanning 86 acres, with an expected attendance of 500,000 visitors across 21 days. 4 to 10 p.m. Thursday through April 7, at Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition, 10901 SW 24th St., Miami; 305-223-7060; fairexpo.com. Tickets cost $5 to $32. Ashley-Anna Aboreden

Even if Julio Torres' name isn't familiar, you've definitely seen his work. From 2016 to 2019, he worked on Saturday Night Live as a writer, penning popular sketches like the Ryan Gosling-starring "Papyrus" and "Well for Boys." He created, wrote, and starred in the acclaimed HBO series Los Espookys, and now he's making his directorial debut with Problemista, which stars himself, Tilda Swinton, and RZA. To promote the film, he's bringing his Problemista Tour to Gramps on Thursday for a stand-up show alongside special guests. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, at Gramps, 176 NW 24th St., Miami; gramps.com. Tickets cost $35 via eventbrite.com. Jose D. Duran

On Thursday, Zoetic Stage welcomes you to the Kit Kat Klub with its latest production of the Tony Award-winning musical Cabaret. Set in 1920s Berlin, the show weaves the stories of an American writer and a British singer navigating the decadent period during the Weimer Republic. Filled with captivating musical numbers, the show explores themes of love, politics, and the rise of the Nazi regime against the backdrop of the city's vibrant cabaret scene. 7:30 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 2:30 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, and 2:30 p.m. Sunday through April 7, at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami; 305-949-6722; arshtcenter.org. Tickets cost $65 to $85. Ashley-Anna Aboreden

Arca Images presents the world premiere of playwright Nilo Cruz's latest work, Sed en la Calle del Agua, at the Miami-Dade County Auditorium. Taking place in a hospital, the play unfolds as the protagonist, a painter, grapples with despair following the loss of her daughter to illness and her financial struggles during a ferocious New Jersey winter. The work explores the overarching theme of art as a means of healing and whether it holds the power to rekindle life's purpose. Acra's production will be presented in Spanish with simultaneous English translation. 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday, at Miami-Dade County Auditorium, 2901 W. Flagler St., Miami; arcaimages.org. Tickets cost $30 via ticketmaster.com. Ashley-Anna Aboreden

Friday, March 15

The Historic Ward Rooming House opens its latest exhibition, "Conch House Hues," on Friday. Presented by Hampton Art Lovers, the show celebrates Roy Rolston, whose work immortalizes the Conch house style. Originating in Key West, the architectural style was developed by Bahamian immigrants, with houses resembling boats with timber framing. Evolving in the 1880s to balloon framing, it eventually extended to Miami, notably in the Coconut Grove and Overtown neighborhoods, exemplified by the early 1900s Historic Ward Rooming House. 6 to 9 p.m. Friday through June 7, at the Historic Ward Rooming House, 249 NW Ninth St., Miami; hamptonartlovers.com. Admission is free with RSVP via eventbrite.com. Ashley-Anna Aboreden

Transport yourself to the scenic views of Italy with ten award-winning Italian films taking part in the 20th annual Cinema Italy. The four-day celebration of Italian cinema kicks off Friday at O Cinema with the screening of My Soul Summer. The film follows a young woman who seeks to find her voice through music and attempts to overcome the fear of leaving the only form of music she's ever known. Don't worry if you can't parlare italiano; all the films being screened will have English subtitles. 7 p.m. Friday through Monday, at O Cinema, 1130 Washington Ave., Miami Beach; cinemaitaly.com. Tickets cost $13 to $70. Sophia Medina

After a successful run on Broadway, comedian and writer Alex Edelman brings his show, Just For Us, to the Parker on Friday. After a string of anti-Semitic rhetoric thrown his way online, Edelman covertly attends a meeting of white nationalists. What happened after that forms the bulk of his show. From the New York Times to the Washington Post, Edelman's one-man show has been praised by every publication imaginable. Find out for yourself why uncomfortable truths can be funny. 8 p.m. Friday, at the Parker, 707 NW Eighth St., Fort Lauderdale; 954-462-0222; parkerplayhouse.com. Tickets cost $45 to $65 via ticketmaster.com. Jose D. Duran

Comedian and podcaster Andrew Schulz stops at Hard Rock Live on Friday and Saturday to bring the Life Tour to South Florida. The New York native explores current events, politics, and the beautiful chaos of creating life. In short, Schulz isn't afraid to touch on life's messy yet glorious parts. Apart from his acting and comedy career, he hosts the podcast Flagrant alongside cohost Akaash Singh, with an average listenership of four million a week. 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, at Hard Rock Live, 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood; 954-797-5531; myhrl.com. Tickets cost $49.50 to $139.50 via ticketmaster.com. Sophia Medina

Saturday, March 16

On Saturday, the 18th annual Coral Springs Festival of the Arts lands in the northwestern suburb of Broward. The festival will host 200 artisans on Saturday and Sunday, including the event's 2024 signature artist, Martin Karadzhov. In addition to the juried art show, the weekend will feature live music, dance exhibitions, and literary performances. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, at the Walk of Coral Springs, 2600 N. University Dr., Coral Springs; csfoa.org. Admission is free. Sophia Medina

Miami Music Week arrives a few days early when the Made in Miami Pool Party lands at the Kimpton Epic Hotel. Local legend Oscar G headlines the house-music bash alongside Amal Nemer, Cocodrills, Lazaro Casanova, Malone, and Nicole Fiallo. Take a dip in the pool as the acts expertly drop beats that will keep you grooving until sunset. Just know with these 305 sharpshooters, you're in good hands. 1 p.m. Saturday, at Kimpton Epic Hotel, 270 Biscayne Blvd. Way, Miami; epichotel.com. Tickets cost $25 to $35 via dice.fm. Jose D. Duran

Get ready to dive into a world of color at 305 Holi Fest. It's a celebration of joy and unity, complete with lively beats and amazing vibes. The Hindu festival celebrates the divine love of deities Radha and Krishna and the arrival of spring. Saturday's event occurs at Dorsey Park, with colorful powders to throw at those celebrating, along with an open bar and music. 3 to 9 p.m. Saturday, at Dorsey Park, 1701 NW First Ave., Miami; instagram.com/305holifest. Tickets cost $49 to $99 via eventbrite.com. Ashley-Anna Aboreden

On Saturday, GableStage presents its production of Italian playwright Stefano Massini's three-act play, The Lehman Trilogy. Directed by Bari Newport and starring Mark H. Dold, Brandon Morris, and James Zannelli, the play follows the spectacular rise and fall of Lehman Brothers, both an intimate family saga and an exposé of unbridled capitalism. After making its Broadway debut in 2020, it earned seven Tony Award nominations, ultimately winning four, including "Best Play." 7:30 p.m. Saturday through April 21, at GableStage, 1200 Anastasia Ave., Coral Gables; 305-445-1119; gablestage.org. Tickets cost $20 to $65. Jose D. Duran

Sunday, March 17

Miami's arts district will be awash in green when St. Pat's Wynwood takes over Wynwood Marketplace. Brought to you by Tullamore Dew Irish whiskey, this year's festival will bring live music, plenty of green beer, and bites. There will also be several photo ops for you to commemorate the holiday. You may not find a pot of gold at the end of this rainbow but expect a great time. 2 p.m. to 3 a.m. Sunday, Wynwood Marketplace, 2308 NW Fifth Ave., Miami; stpatswynwood.com. Admission is free with RSVP; VIP tickets cost $29 via bucketlisters.com. Sophia Medina