These are the best things to do in Miami this weekend

Local talent is on display at this weekend’s Indie Underground art and music festival, happening Friday and Saturday, August 28-29, at Churchill’s Pub. A two-night celebration of independent artists, the lineup features a musical hodgepodge of live bands and DJs ranging from psychedelic cumbia to shoegaze to indie rock. Come for the jams, stay for the art installations and the prize raffle benefitting Guitars Over Guns, a local non-profit that offers music education and mentorship to Miami youth. Two-day tickets are priced at $25 for entry before 8pm, or $37 for anytime entry. Ages 21+.

Stop by our favorite indie print shop, Dalé Zine, for another rendition of its micro-press fair, going strong since 2017. Happy Zine celebrates independent media and its makers in South Florida and beyond, bringing together local artists, authors, booksellers, editors and literary fans in the name of community. Shop eclectic printed wares and mingle with more than a dozen local vendors from noon to 4pm on Sunday, August 29. Free and open to all ages.

On Saturday, August 28, a collection of local chefs, musicians, and event organizers will host a community fundraiser to support earthquake relief efforts in Colombia. The event begins at 4pm with an asado barbeque by chefs Diego Oka, Antonio Pérez, Anthony Verastegui, Cesar Zapata, and Sebastián Vargas. Starting at 7pm, Salsa Z leads a beginner-friendly salsa dance class before a grand prize raffle. Live music and DJs keep the energy high throughout the event. Tickets priced at $70 with 100% of proceeds directed to Colombia’s ProPacífico organization.

Take a walk on the wild side this Saturday, August 29, when the Museum of Sex debuts Dynamite by Nocturna, a late-night spectacle featuring burlesque and aerial performances, interactive crowd work, acrobatics, a mechanical bull, and a whole lot of naughty fun. Opt for the all-inclusive admission ticket ($79) and arrive early to experience the museum’s latest exhibitions including Super Funland, an immersive carnival with erotic-themed games. 

Ahead of Electric Pickle’s grand reopening in September, several local DJs and Pickle impresarios will host a groovy soiree at Fooq’s outdoor patio on Saturday, August 29, starting at 5pm. When the sun goes down, the party moves upstairs to Lion’s Den and carries deep into the night. Join the fun with free entry ‘til 9pm, or purchase a pre-sale ticket ($23) for entrance before 11pm.

Join the Carillon Miami Wellness Resort for Flip the Switch, a community beach cleanup on Sunday, August 30, and learn about sea turtle conservation from local non-profits. After the cleanup, transform your trash into treasure with an art-making class at The Carillon’s outdoor Palm Court. The free all-ages event runs 9am to 12pm. Buckets, garbage bags and gloves are provided. Bring your sunscreen and a reusable water bottle. 

Whip it good! Devo, the pioneering new wave band, will perform its cult classics this Friday, August 28, at The Fillmore Miami Beach. General admission tickets start at $95 with standing and seated areas on a first-come, first-served basis.

Welcome the full moon on Friday, August 28, with a community mat Pilates class, yoga flow, and guided meditation at South Pointe Park, led by 840Miami. All experience levels are welcome to participate. Free and open to the public.

If you’ve been waiting to book that Spa Month massage, now is the time. The annual citywide program concludes on August 31, meaning you have just one more week to book luxury spa services at a fraction of the price. Check out our insider guide to the best Miami Spa Month offers, many of which grant access to hotel amenities like fitness centers, beach chairs, and umbrellas.

Miami Spice returns August 1-September 30 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.