Culture Crawl: February 20, 2025
See more details below about what to expect this month.
October 2024 - May 2025
The City of Miami Beach is working alongside some of the world’s best cultural institutions to provide a night of free, unique and unforgettable experiences. Every third Thursday of the month, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., Miami Beach will come alive with culture as various institutions and buildings open their doors to give you just a taste of what they have to offer. From backstage tours, exhibition openings, and free film screenings in the park, there will be something for everyone. All events are free unless otherwise noted.
The majority of the programming is accessible by foot and by bike, but we will also offer dedicated free trolleys that will drop you off and pick you up at our dedicated Culture Crawl stops – check out our monthly map to find your closest stop. Start where you would like and explore at your own leisure!
Let’s hit the street and get our monthly dose of culture! Tag us using @MiamiBeachNews on Twitter and Instagram to hop into our DM’s or use #CultureCrawl to be a part of the story on Facebook!
Next Culture Crawl
Thursday, February 20, 2025
6 P.M. to 9 P.M.
Elevate Española
Española Way - East Corridor | www.mbartsandculture.org
Trolley Stop: Washington Ave & 15 St
- Sundial Spectrum by Jen Stark (December 2024 - Spring 2025)
Los Angeles-based, Miami-born, visual artist Jen Stark presents Sundial Spectrum, a site-specific sculptural art installation and mural in her signature spectrum of colors and splash forms. The work will feature 13 sculptural panels fabricated from clear acrylic sheets, layered with laser-cut transparent vinyl inspired by geometry and natural forms. As sunlight filters through, viewers will find themselves surrounded by rainbow shadows along Española Way. The work’s hypnotic patterning will create an illusion of movement and interact with sunlight throughout the day, casting shadows along Espanola Way to produce an abstract sundial of prismatic colors.
Sundial Spectrum is the seventh installment of Elevate Española, a temporary public art program launched by the city in 2022, which aims to enhance the corridor and encourage pedestrian connectivity to Ocean Drive.
O, Miami
Beachfront Locations | omiami.org
- 7AM - 9 PM Daily
In honor of Black History Month, O, Miami is partnering with Ballyhoo Media to showcase student poetry to residents of Miami Beach! Each poem displayed on the Ballyhoo Barge comes from O, Miami's Sunroom residency program, which provides Miami-Dade County schools with free poetry instruction from an O, Miami teaching poet.
Paths of Boat:
South Pointe Park
Lincoln Road Mall
Convention Center
Ocean Drive
South of Fifth
Lummus Park
1 Hotel
The Standard Hotel
Fountainebleau Hotel
Venetian Causeway
South Beach
Art Outside
Multiple locations throughout Miami Beach | www.artoutsidemb.org
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Self - Guided Tours
With works ranging from monumental sculpture, neon, to sound and video, and participatory artworks, Art Outside is a public art exhibition initiated by The Bass that offers residents and visitors the opportunity to see and experience a network of public artworks throughout Miami Beach.
The Bass Museum
2100 Collins Avenue | www.thebass.org
Trolley Stop: Collins Ave & 21 St
Enjoy free museum admission from 6 PM – 9 PM
- THIRD THURSDAYS | FEATURING HUED SONGS | LATE NIGHTS LIVE
- O Cinema with OCVR @ The Bass
6 PM Doors open 7 PM Performance (40 min)
Building belonging, empathy, and community for all, Hued Songs weaves and performs a tapestry of song and spoken word at The Bass by an all-women cast, centering female resistance, freedom and liberation of self.
Hued Songs produces experiences that amplify black joy, black creativity, and black belonging. Through song, spoken word, dance, and heart, our work is rooted across three core principles: 1) To provide a platform on which black and brown artists can be seen, heard, and paid. 2) The arts are a right and not a privilege, thus we work to remove cost, geography, and perception barriers to every performance. 3) Every performance is an opportunity to build belonging, empathy, and community for all.
6-9 PM
O Cinema, an independent, nonprofit theater, is taking our interactive virtual reality experience (OCVR) to The Bass as part of its monthly Third Thursday event! Guests of all ages can immerse themselves in virtual worlds both familiar and foreign in this one-of-a-kind program
Miami Beach Urban Studios - FIU
1618 Washington Avenue | www.carta.fiu.edu/mbus
Trolley Stop: Washington Ave & 17 St
- Washington Gallery & Design Gallery | 1618 Washington Avenue
6 PM - 8 PM | Shuttered Structures: Looking Back 15 Years to the Haiti Earthquake by Christopher L. Mitchell
Shattered Structures: Looking Back 15 Years to the Earthquake in Haiti is a visual exploration by Haitian-American artist Christopher L. Mitchell, capturing the devastation and resilience following the 2010 earthquake. Through haunting imagery, Mitchell documents the fractured landscapes of Jacmel and Port-au-Prince, honoring both loss and survival. Complementing his work, architecture students Karim Nishida, Bryan Duque, and Tania Powers have reconstructed models of the National Palace and Cathédrale Saint-Jacques et Saint-Philippe, two iconic structures profoundly impacted by the quake. Curated by Dr. Jacek J. Kolasiński, Professor of Art + Art History.- Miami Beach Visual Arts Gallery | 1602A Washington Avenue
6 PM - 8 PM | The Brightest by Dr. Kamila Bednarskl
Explore the luminous intersection of technology and artistry in The Brightest, an exhibition by Dr. Kamila Bednarska. Through her pioneering use of the auto-offset technique, Dr. Bednarska transforms offset printing plates into striking works of art. This innovative process blends traditional methods with experimental approaches, incorporating hand-drawn designs, varied substrates, and layered matrices to achieve both reproducibility and the aesthetic depth of classical lithography.
- Miami Beach Visual Arts Gallery | 1602A Washington Avenue
Moonlighter FabLab
1661 Pennsylvania Avnue | www.moonlighterfablab.org
Trolley Stop: Washington & 17th St
- BATHGATE: The Machinist Sculptor by Christopher Bathgate
A formalistic and conceptual investigation of modern, computer numerically controlled machining as a creative medium.
- Dancing Columns: Equation-Based Robotic Fabrication by Joseph Choma and Luis Pacheco
An exploration of robotic 3D printed objects generated from mathematical equations.
- RAW.CUT by Neil Paterson
A selection of laser cut wooden and acrylic abstract sculptures inspired by Scottish vernacular architecture combined with science fiction design.
The Wolfsonian - FIU
1001 Washington Avenue | www.wolfsonian.org
Trolley Stop: Collins Avenue & 11 St
Join us at 6:15 PM for a free guided tour of some of the open exhibitions including The Big World: Alternative Landscapes in the Modern Era, Harry Clarke and the Geneva Window, HERAST: Lampooning the King of Yellow Journalism, and In Balance by Hettler.Tüllmann.
Betsy Hotel
1440 Ocean Drive | www.thebetsyhotel.com
Trolley Stop: Collins Ave & 15 St
- 6 PM - 11 PM | Intergenerational Jazz
Inter-generational jazz nights on the 3rd Thursday of every month featuring vocal collegiate talent from Florida International University and University of Miami, led by legacy jazz singers and pianists. Cindy Ellis (vocalist) and Ryan Ellis (pianist) are the creators of the program, and are joined by Wendy Pedersen (vocalist), and Nicky Orta (Bass) - who perform with and mentor the younger performers.The Betsy's art galleries are also open for self-touring - with (mostly) photography in a collection that numbers almost 1000 works of art by global award-winning artists. Co-owner Lesley Goldwasser curates, and all work is for sale.
South Florida Symphony Orchestra at Nautilus Sonesta Miami Beach
1825 Collins Ave | www.southfloridasymphony.org
Trolley Stop: Washington Avenue & 17 St
- 7 PM - 9 PM | Nautilus Sonesta South Florida Symphony Series
Announcing the Nautilus Sonesta South Florida Symphony Series! Experience the magic of world-class music, set against the iconic backdrop of timeless Art Deco elegance and sleek modern sophistication. Join us from 7-9pm for an unforgettable evening with the South Florida Symphony String Quartet, performing a vibrant mix of classical and pop hits in the stylish and whimsical Bridge Room.
NORTH BEACH
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Normandy Fountain
- 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM | Dance & Romance
7802 Rue Vendome | www.normandyfountain.com
So many exciting things are happening at this month's Culture Crawl at Normandy Fountain! Dance NOW returns for another night of Dance and Romance!
- Miami Beach Bandshell
- 7pm | North Beach Social: Gilmar Gomes
7275 Collins Ave | www.miamibeachbandshell.com
A Brazilian-inspired festa, to bring Miami Beach into Carnaval season! Gilmar Gomes, the Brazilian percussionist and multi-instrumentalist best known for his decades-long work with Enrique Iglesias, will be joined by his 7-piece band and special guests for an evening of electic jazz-world music vibes. Gilmar is celebrating the release of his new album with this concert. The band features Gilmar Gomes (vocals, percussion, guitar), Magela Herrera (flute, vocals), Han Beyli (bass), Richard Maheux (keyboards), Israel Morales (drums), Weldon Silva (percussion), Yasmane Santos (percussion). Special guests include the YMU Jazz Collective, Munir Hossn (bass), and Joe Messa (bass, vocals). The monthly North Beach Social, a meet up for music loving neighbors, will also feature food, drinks and vendors for a Brazilian flavor. The night opens with a set from the YMU Jazz Collective
LINCOLN ROAD
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Lincoln Road Business Improvement District
- 6 PM to 7 PM | Introduction to Tango class by Lorena Diez
- 7 PM to 10 PM | Open Milonga
Lincoln Road | www.lincolnrd.com
Trolley Stop: Washington Ave & 17 St
Open Air Tango
Open Air Tango #onLincoln is a free, monthly outdoor Milonga that occurs every 3rd Thursday of the month in the heart of Lincoln Road. Dancing in public spaces contributes to promoting Tango and enlarging our community. Open Air Tango #onLincoln was born with the goal of creating a unique cultural event with the participation of the local community as well of the numerous visitors that regularly come to the area.
Harmonics Installation: A Community Oasis for Inclusive Play and Musical Delight
Designed to enrich the Lincoln Road experience with the transformative power of music and inclusive play, this new addition promises to be a source of joy and connection for people of all ages and abilities. Music has long been celebrated as a universal language that brings people together. With its inherently inclusive nature, music encourages social interaction, fosters creativity, and promotes a sense of belonging. The new Harmonics installation on Lincoln Road invites the community to come together in harmonious play, creating memorable experiences and lasting friendships. In addition to its social benefits, engaging in musical activities has been shown to enhance cognitive skills and reduce anxiety. By providing a space where individuals can express themselves freely through music, the Harmonics installation offers a sanctuary for relaxation and personal growth. Lincoln Road invites the community to embrace the transformative potential of the Harmonics installation and discover the joy of inclusive play and musical expression. Whether you’re looking for a place to unwind or connect with others, the Harmonics installation promises to be a welcoming haven for all.
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden Self-guided Tour on Lincoln Road
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden has reimagined the landscape of Lincoln Road as a botanic garden, providing public, smartphone-accessible interpretation of the plants. Over 120 QR-coded signs are installed on trees, palms, and orchids (which number 1,250), connecting visitors to plant-specific information and media. The information can be accessed as a self-guided tour or as on-demand information about individual plants. It includes English and Spanish text, photos, and video. The tour focuses on the most notable elements of the historic Lincoln Road landscape, providing the name, origin, and significance of each plant. The most conspicuous and important plants are linked to descriptive videos created by Fairchild scientists. The interpretation allows Lincoln Road to function as a curated botanic garden. Enjoy.
Gillie & Marc Public Art Sculptures on Lincoln Road
910 Lincoln Road & 551 Lincoln Road
Renowned artists Gillie and Marc present their interactive sculptures, Dogman and Rabbitwoman, on Lincoln Road, designed to raise awareness for the conservation of endangered species. The sculpture titled The Giraffe and Chimpanzee Were on a Wild Ride to a Safer Place featuring Dogman and Rabbitwoman, is located at 551 Lincoln Road. Also, don’t miss the White Rhino Bench of Friendship at 910 Lincoln Road, inviting visitors to take a seat and engage with this meaningful work.
Avant Gallery
1111 Lincoln Road | www.avantgallery.com
Avant Gallery has emerged as a transformative force in the contemporary art landscape since its inception in 2007, championing a diverse array of visionary artists that includes both esteemed figures and emerging talents.
In its new flagship space at the iconic 1111 Lincoln Road building in Miami Beach, designed by Herzog & de Meuron, Avant Gallery invites the public to engage with meticulously curated exhibitions inspired by the dynamic atmosphere of art fairs, reflecting the vibrancy and richness of today's artistic expression.
Explore "XO World" by Daniel Anderson on Lincoln Road
400 Block of Lincoln Road
Discover XO World by Daniel Anderson on the 400 block of Lincoln Road. This striking sculpture, inspired by the timeless game of Jacks, explores themes of unity, peace, and love. Its bold design invites visitors to reflect on global connection and harmony—an unmissable piece of public art!
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