The best July events in Miami

The Design District's O.G. king of culinary cool, Michael’s Genuine, has extended its popular weekly jazz series through the summer. Running every Wednesday from 5:30 to 9:45pm, expect soulful standards performed by a rotating trio of local musicians out in the leafy covered courtyard. Order up seasonal dishes by James Beard Award winner Michael Schwartz and sip craft cocktails in a cozy, intimate setting with some of the best people-watching around. Reservations are encouraged, but walk-ins are always welcome.

Miami graffiti legend Jona Cerwinske flips the script on failure in Dog Ate My Homework, his new solo show opening on June 7th at the Museum of Graffiti. Instrumental in Wynwood's genesis as a street art mecca, Cerwinske brings his signature black-and-white, super-detailed aesthetic to a playful, immersive exhibition that reimagines classic classroom excuses as bold, satirical masterpieces. Curated by Alan Ket, the show merges street culture and contemporary art while exploring blame, creativity and the beauty of imperfection. A free opening party on Saturday, June 7th includes music by DJ Top Cat, drinks at the Modelo bar and artist-Levi's Trucker jackets while supplies last.

Pre-K little ones blast off into the cosmic world of Gyula Kosice: Intergalactic at this month's PAMM Art Storytime. Inspired by Kosice’s futuristic sculptures and glowing, water-filled works, the event includes a kid-friendly tour of the exhibition, a special reading of astronaut Chris Hadfield’s space-themed picture book, The Darkest Dark, and an out-of-this-world art-making activity. Free with RSVP; limited to the first 50 guests. Pre-registration required.

Back in the mid-aughts, Wynwood Art Walk emerged as a grassroots effort to bring together the local creative community through once-monthly late-night gallery hours and flowing drinks. For a while, it was quite the scene—scrappy, DIY and always fun. Though today's Wynwood looks vastly different, the neighborhood still vibrates with creative energy, and the museums and galleries that call it home would very much like to remind you of this fact. Which is why Wynwood Art Walk is officially reborn this summer. Every second Saturday, spend the evening exploring Wynwood's renowned art spaces, immersive installations and live street art, with free access to Wynwood Walls, Gerez Gallery and the Peter Tunney Experience—plus reduced admission at ARTXSPACE and Paradox Museum. This Saturday, head to a one-night-only photography showcase at The Art of Hip Hop by Drain (aka Drainflix), debuting never-before-seen portraits of hip-hop legends including Nas, DMX and Snoop Dogg. There's also a hands-on ceramic painting workshop at Wyn317 with artist Brandon Thompson (7–10pm);local vendors, curated cocktails and light bites at Moxy Miami; and live music and DJs at Wynwood Walls. 

Bodega is celebrating Miami's bountiful mango season the best way we can think of—with free cocktails. Through Sunday, August 31st, hand over a fresh mango to the bartender at any Bodega location (South Beach, Coconut Grove or Coral Gables) and score a free Mango Tango cocktail. The tropical concoction includes Dobel Diamante, 1800 Coconut, mango puree, pineapple and lime juice. No mango? No worries: this refreshing seasonal bevvie is available to purchase for $16. Limit one free drink per guest.

New York’s house and disco evangelist Eli Escobar returns to Downtown Miami on Saturday, July 26th for another epic dance music marathon at the cool kids’ underground hi-fi club, Jolene Sound Room. The party kicks off at 10pm and goes until 4am.