# Your Ultimate Guide to Miami Art Week & Art Basel Miami Beach 2024

Art lovers, fashion connoisseurs, and culture enthusiasts, it’s time to mark your calendars! **Miami Art Week 2024** and **Art Basel Miami Beach 2024** are set to light up the city from **December 2–8**, transforming South Florida into a global hub for bold creativity, boundary-pushing installations, and star-studded celebrations. With new leadership, visionary exhibitions, and unforgettable parties on the horizon, this year’s events promise an extraordinary week-long journey through art, design, and culture.

## **The Heart of the Celebration: Art Basel Miami Beach**

As the cornerstone of Miami Art Week, **Art Basel Miami Beach** (December 6–8, with VIP previews on December 4–5) will once again redefine the global art fair experience. Held at the **Miami Beach Convention Center**, the 2024 edition boasts participation from 286 galleries representing 38 countries, including 34 making their Art Basel debut. Among the standout artists set to captivate audiences are Kim Dacres and Melissa Joseph, whose works are generating significant buzz.

Bridget Finn, Art Basel’s newly appointed director, shared, “This year’s fair continues our mission of redefining how global art can be celebrated in local environments.” Her vision adds fresh energy to this already iconic event.

## **Discovering Parallel Fairs & Unique Perspectives**

Beyond Art Basel, Miami Art Week brings a wide array of parallel fairs, each with its own distinctive focus. **Untitled Art, Miami Beach** (December 4–8) stands out with its “East Meets West” theme, curated by Kathy Huang and Jungmin Cho, which highlights artists from Asia, Eastern Europe, and the Middle East.

For design aficionados, **Design Miami** (December 4–8) offers an inspiring showcase of collectible designs. Highlights include works by global tastemakers like Yinka Shonibare and Roham Shamekh, the latter debuting his much-anticipated collection “Pharrell’s Echoes.”

Other must-see fairs include **Scope Miami Beach** (December 3–8), offering outdoor installations and local artist collaborations, and **Art Miami** alongside its sister fair, **Context Art Miami**, which emphasize contemporary and blue-chip art. Emerging talent takes the spotlight at **NADA Miami**, while **Pinta Miami** brings a dynamic focus on voices from Latin America and Iberia.

## **Beyond the Fairs: Museums & Installations**

Miami’s cultural institutions are pulling out all the stops for 2024. At **Superblue Miami**, visitors can experience *Lightfall*, a multisensory installation by Studio Lemercier, while **Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM)** hosts *Homecoming*, an intimate exhibition by José Parlá that transforms museum halls into the artist’s vibrant studio.

The **Rubell Museum** presents works by 2024 artist-in-residence Vanessa Raw, with the added bonus of a culinary debut from Jon & Vinny’s at its newest eatery. For lovers of street art, Wynwood Walls is unveiling striking new murals by innovative talents like Logan Hicks and Sophie Mess.

Don’t miss *The Great Elephant Migration*, a stunning beachfront installation running throughout the week, or explore the **LVMH Culture House** in the Miami Design District, which celebrates diversity by spotlighting voices from underrepresented communities.

## **When the Sun Sets: Parties & Glamour**

The art may dominate the daytime, but Miami Art Week 2024 truly comes alive at night. Exclusive parties and galas help add a shimmer of glamour to the week. Kicking things off is the **Core Miami Art Basel Gala** (December 5) at Soho Beach House, featuring Jewel and hosted by Sean Penn.

On December 6, the **BMW x Kith exhibition** at 1111 Lincoln Road Parking Garage merges luxury cars with cutting-edge design, while the **Maxim 100 Party** at Gale Miami Hotel delivers avant-garde displays and A-list entertainment. E11even Miami—a perennial hotspot—will keep after-hours buzzing with appearances by Steve Aoki, 50 Cent, and surprise headliners.

For a more intimate experience, head to the **Jon & Vinny’s Late-Night Party** at the Rubell Museum or the **Ocean Drive Art of the Party**, featuring Chance the Rapper. These events promise memorable evenings where art and exclusivity collide.

## **More Than Just Art**

Miami Art Week is more than a celebration of creativity; it’s a testament to the city’s vibrant cultural ecosystem. From thought-provoking exhibitions to dazzling parties, it’s a week where global art and local innovation converge. Whether you’re wandering the galleries of Art Basel, admiring dynamic installations, or partying under the stars, Miami Art Week 2024 promises to inspire and enchant every attendee.

So pack your sunscreen, prepare your wardrobe, and reserve your tickets—this is one cultural event you simply can’t miss. The countdown to December begins now!