The best things to do in Miami this week

Break out the stretchy pants. Miami Spice returns this Saturday, August 1, with special-priced three-course menus available at over 300 local restaurants. Prix-fixe menus start at $40 for brunch and lunch, and range $50-$65 for dinner, excluding tax and gratuity. A new “Reserve” tier ups the ante with $95 signature experiences. Check out a Michelin-starred darling in the Grove, savor Peruvian ceviche in Kendall, or see what’s newly opened in Doral. Or why not do it all? Explore the full list of Miami Spice 2026 participating restaurants.

Are you single and ready to mingle? Head to The Standard on Thursday, August 6, for good old-fashioned speed dating hosted by Eddie Huang, the illustrious New York chef-restaurateur and bestselling author. Inspired by his latest book, Coming Undone, a conversation card game will prompt attendees while Amigos Meets founder Stephanie Pineda facilitates. The event is free to attend with RSVP and includes one complimentary cocktail, banana soft serve, a book signing with Eddie Huang, and cash bar throughout the evening.

Jamaican Independence Day is August 6, and South Floridians are celebrating big with live music, cultural events and community gatherings. After all, Florida has the second-largest Jamaican population in the United States! In Miami, all ages are welcome to ZeyZey on Thursday, August 6, for a mini festival headlined by Walshy Fire, Reid Waters, Neil Robertson, and Supa Dups. Admission is free with RSVP before 9 pm. On Saturday, August 8, the Lauderhill Performing Arts Center presents two of Jamaica’s most iconic artists, Beenie Man and Marcia Griffiths, as part of its Jamaican Independence Celebration. Ages 21+.

Picture this: sunset over Biscayne Bay, sparkling water views, and 60 minutes of core-shattering Pilates. Such is the scene on Thursday, August 6, when Wynwood’s Palmi + Sano studio takes over Joia Beach for a summer wellness collaboration. Ticketed guests will receive take-home gifts to go with their elevated heart rate, along with happy hour pricing on food and drinks after class. Bring your own mat!

Three years after it was laid to rest, Las Rosas seemingly sprung from the dead and reopened in 2025, much to the delight of local music lovers. This weekend, Las Rosas is marking the occasion with a two-night anniversary party featuring live performances, drink specials, and more. The party starts rockin’ on Friday, August 7, with indie band headliner Roi Turbo and DJ support from Miami’s Jolt Radio. Saturday, August 8, brings more live bands including Ladyboy, Jacuzzi Boys, and Mold. Technique Records hosts the outdoor party while local selectors heat up indoors. Get there early for free drinks, served 9-10pm. No cover, ages 21 and up.

Magie Wine Bar is swapping stemware for coffee cups this summer by opening its Little River location every Friday as a daytime workspace. There's complimentary coffee and tea, and to keep your workday energy up, pastries from Ficelle Bakery and $5 bacon, egg & cheese sandwiches by Chef Ivan Barros. La Colombe canned coffees and free, reliable Wi-Fi round out the perks.

Fins up! The Miami Dolphins return to the field for pre-season training camp starting this Saturday, August 2. Fans and wanna-be NFL scouts can RSVP for free through the Dolphins’ website. And for our transplant New Yorkers, August 20 brings the New York Giants to town for a joint practice, also free to attend with RSVP.

Summer in Miami is for melting away any stress, and self-care is never more accessible than during Miami Spa Months. Whether your skin is feeling a little parched from the heat, all those Pilates classes have you pining for a massage, or you’ve been meaning to try out that cute new medspa down the street, July and August are prime time to get out and explore all of the top Miami spas participating in the annual summertime promotion. 

Some of the best hotel spas in Miami Beach, Brickell and Sunny Isles have signed on this year, along with boutique medspas and facial spas from down south in Coral Gables up north to Aventura. They’re curating special treatment menus for the occasion, with luxurious experiences priced at $109, $159 or $199. Beyond all the amazing massages, facials and body scrubs, most of these spas sweeten the deal even further with access to amenities like steam rooms, saunas, resort pools and beaches, plus complimentary parking, welcome drinks and more. 

Availability varies, but a majority of the Miami Spa Months deals are offered daily. Just be sure to book in advance, as the best time slots tend to get snapped up quickly. For a full day of discounted indulgence, get acquainted with the Miami Spice Restaurant Months, which overlap with Spa Months in August. 

Now in its 31st season, the International Ballet Festival of Miami is the only festival of its kind in Florida, bringing over 100 principal dancers from 17 companies across 11 countries to stages throughout South Florida. Under the artistic direction of Eriberto Jiménez, the festival spans Miami, Miami Beach, South Miami, and Fort Lauderdale, with performances taking place at venues including the Miami Hispanic Cultural Arts Center, Lincoln Road, the Fillmore Miami Beach, and Broward Center for the Performing Arts. This year's notable debuts include the National Ballet Theatre of Košice from Slovakia and Marez Contemporary Dance, alongside the Cincinnati Ballet under new artistic director Cervilio Amador and local companies Arts Ballet Theatre of Florida and Dimensions Dance Theatre of Miami. The program moves through three phases: Young Medalist Performances, Contemporary Performances, and the Classical Ballet Galas to close. Beyond the stage, the festival also encompasses art exhibits, film screenings, master classes, and workshops. Specific dates, venues, and tickets for each performance are available at internationalballetfestival.org.

For those missing out on a European summer, Pastis offers a glint of Parisian glamour in the most unlikely of places: Wynwood. To further ease your vacation woes, Pastis has just debuted a new weekday happy hour featuring $10 cocktails, $10 wine glasses, and a selection of bar bites including $3 oysters and a $7 platter of fromage (that’s fancy French for ‘cheese’). Le Happy Hour is offered Monday through Friday, 3pm to 6pm, all summer long.