Art Basel Miami is Here! Pull Up to These Can’t Miss Pop-Ups, Exhibits and Events

Art lovers, the time is here. Art Basel Miami is back, and this year, it’s starting a day early.

Visitors and local art lovers will discover outstanding contributions of artists, experience world-class art exhibits, and enjoy countless events inside the main fair at the Miami Beach Convention Center and at satellite fairs, pop-ups and of course parties throughout the town.

If you love art, Miami is the place to be this week. Here are some events to look forward to:

The main Art Basel fair at the convention center will feature art from leading galleries from five continents. Be sure to check out the art from African Diaspora artists there from galleries like The Goodman Gallery, Jack Shainman Gallery and more from Dec. 2-4.

The Bishop Gallery and Triller will present Our Friend Jean Nov. 29-Dec. 4. The event will highlight some of the earliest artworks created by America’s Most Influential Artist Jean-Michel Basquiat.

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FTX is powering the We Are The Future nightly showcase featuring central musical performances and unique art experiences. The cryptocurrency exchange company is creating a pop-up experience combining music, art, and crypto in the heart of Miami’s art district, Wynwood.

Hosted By Rock The Bells, a company founded by LL Cool J, Art Basel attendees can enjoy a unique art experience on a yacht. The Yacht The Basel: The Art of the Cheetle event on Dec. 4 will feature original art pieces made entirely from Cheetos’s iconic orange dust, also known as Cheetle. The one-day-only event takes place on Miami’s iconic Seafair and features eight vibrant and dynamic pieces. 

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Premium vodka brand Ciroc is curating Chateau Ciroc, a premier, live experience designed to amplify the brand’s commitment to champion emerging creative voices. On Dec 2-3, Circo is curating a gallery experience with 20 original works and a gift suite celebrating black business owners and Art X creatives. Its closing night will include an after-party featuring a DJ set by Heron Preston.

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Luxury brand CHANEL will present FIVE ECHOES, an immersive, multi-sensory experience created by artist Es Devlin to celebrate 100 years of N°5. Visitors can check out the exhibit from Tuesday, November 30 – Tuesday, December 21 at Jungle Plaza in Miami’s Design District.

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Saturday, Dec. 4 American Express will present the UNSTAGED Experience with Lizzo. The live show is exclusive to AMEX platinum cardholders. The credit card company will also host Platinum Studio, a curated oasis on the beach outside of The Miami Beach EDITION from December 2-4.