THE KING LOCAL GUIDE · MIAMI & MIAMI BEACH
Planning a weekend in Miami? Find upcoming festivals, music, food and culture, plus neighborhood tips to help you choose where to go. Start with the calendar, then check the organizer’s latest details before making plans.
ON THE CALENDAR
Coming up in Miami: October 2026
Calendar checked . Dates, venues and availability can change.
OCT 13–17 · FASHION
Miami Fashion Week
The October edition brings fashion programming to Miami. Choose your session using the official calendar; access and locations depend on the event.
Official Miami Fashion Week details →OCT 16–17 · WYNWOOD
III Points Festival
III Points returns to Mana Wynwood for two days of music and art. The main festival and its Satellite parties have separate schedules, so check which event your ticket covers.
Official III Points visitor guide →OCT 19–22 · MIAMI BEACH
Billboard Latin Music Week
Faena Forum hosts Billboard Latin Music Week. Review the official program to distinguish conference sessions from performances and related events.
Official Latin Music Week program →OCT 21–24 · FOOD & CULTURE
South Beach Seafood Festival
The four-day program includes opening dinners, the VIP Chef Showdown and Saturday’s Seafood Slam. Choose the experience and ticket that fit your plans.
Official seafood festival schedule →Choose your Miami neighborhood
Use your hotel and the event venue as anchors. Pick one area for each part of your day, then leave room to travel between stops.
South Beach
A starting point for beach time, Art Deco architecture and an evening around Ocean Drive.
Wynwood
Build a visit around street art, galleries and food. Check the exact venue when attending a festival or show.
Downtown & Brickell
Consider these areas for city views, dining and plans near downtown venues. Miami Beach is a separate trip across the bay.
Sunny Isles & North Miami Beach
Useful anchors for visitors staying farther north. Allow for travel when making plans in Wynwood, downtown or South Beach.
Before you head out
- Check the exact ticket: A festival pass may not cover a separate afterparty, conference or dinner.
- Plan your route: Look up the venue’s address and arrange your return trip before leaving.
- Review entry rules: Check age requirements, identification, bag policies and prohibited items on the organizer’s website.
- Keep an indoor alternative: Check the forecast close to your visit and confirm any outdoor event’s weather updates.