Arts & Culture
A Broad Stroke of Genius
Paint a better picture of the inspired life in South Florida — North America’s top place for migration several years running. Diverse and vibrant, the region creates space that welcomes all perspectives, with over 100 languages spoken in Miami alone.
Take in an art show or visit a gallery. South Florida is also known for its many music festivals throughout the year. Whether it’s a theatrical production at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts or one of the many parades throughout the year, art in South Florida is a celebration of identity, culture and community.
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Full Engagement for the Senses
Immerse yourself in one of the most inclusive environments for diverse art — where culture and creativity go hand-in-hand. Miami Beach’s Art Basel is one of the most celebrated art events in the world, while exhibition halls like the Art & Culture Center of Hollywood and the Coral Springs Museum of Art creates powerful connections to local communities.
A simple stroll through downtown Miami or the Wynwood Art District can lead to an inspiring experience. Monroe County also plays host to hundreds of murals and large-scale sculptures by local artists, creating a vibrant stretch along the Florida Key’s Overseas Highway.
Where Earworms are Born
Join the crowd at several live concerts and events throughout the year. Held annually in West Palm Beach, the world-famous Sunfest is Florida’s largest waterfront music and art festival with more than 85,000 attendees. South Beach Jazz Festival showcases traditional, contemporary and Latin American performances, many of which are free, while celebrating accessibility and inclusion. And Tortuga Music Festival’s three-day multi-stage event in Fort Lauderdale does more than reel in some of the most star-studded names in country and rock music. Over $2 million has been given by the festival to marine conservation efforts throughout Florida.
Celebrating What Makes South Florida Unique
Ready to expand your horizons? South Florida is a diverse and inclusive hub, filled with festivals that celebrate every aspect of the identity of residents. The Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center is a multidisciplinary cultural venue that is influenced by and an integral to the communities of South Dade County. Miami is rich in culture, with Caribbean and Latin American heritage proudly depicted throughout in the neighborhoods of Little Haiti and Little Havana.
A calendar’s-worth of events in Fort Lauderdale include Pride Fort Lauderdale, the Stonewall Pride Parade, and the Seminole Tribal Fair & Pow Wow, while Miami Carnival and the Palm Beach Shakespeare Festival draw thousands to Miami and Palm Beach respectively.