We are only a few days away from one of the most anticipated art events in the world, Art Basel Miami. The Art Zealous team will be down there, so naturally we had to share our favorite fairs, where to stay, where to grab dinner and the events that everyone will be attempting to get into.
FAIRS
We have to start off with the main attraction. This year 269 exhibitors from 29 countries, artworks by 4,000 artists will be taking over the Miami Convention center, starting with VIP previews on Wednesday, November 30, and ending at 6 p.m. on Sunday, December 4.
Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Drive
UNTITLED will feature 128 galleries from 20 countries with thoughtful presentations exploring similar curatorial themes starting with press and VIP Previews on Tuesday, November 29th, and ending at 5PM on Sunday, December 4th.
Ocean Drive and 12th Street, South Beach, Miami
The 16th edition of SCOPE Miami Beach returns to the sands of Ocean Drive and 8th Street. Featuring 125 International Exhibitors from 22 countries and 57 cities, the fair will run from Wednesday, November 30th, until Sunday, December 4th, from 11AM to 8PM.
801 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, Florida
12th Edition of PULSE Contemporary Art Fair in Miami returns with over 75 local and international exhibitors. This well-respected source for the discovery of emerging to mid-career artists offers a comprehensive overview of the contemporary art market today and will be running from December 1st to 4th, from 10-7PM.
Indian Beach Park, 4601 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33140
Design Miami/ brings together the most influential collectors, gallerists, designers, curators and critics from around the world in celebration of design culture and commerce. It will start with VIP Previews on Tuesday, November 29, and run until Sunday, December 4th, from 11AM to 8PM.
Meridian Avenue & 19th Street, Adjacent to the Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami Beach, USA
The 14th edition of NADA Miami Beach fair showcasing the best of emerging contemporary art, with exhibitors representing 36 cities from 17 different countries, 43 first-time exhibitors, and 29 project spaces. The fair will run from December 1st to 4th, from 11AM-7PM.
Deauville Beach Resort , 6701 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33141
EVENTS
11/27 Jeanne Greenberg Rohatyn and Paul Johnson’s for a casual cocktail party celebrating iconic designer Gaetano Pesce at Setai Miami Beach. Invite only
11/27 Whitewall Magazine and EAST, Miami celebrate the launch of the Third Edition of Whitewaller Miami at East, Miami. Invite only
11/29 Heidi Klum Hosts Ocean Drive Art Basel “Art of the Party” at Roche Bobois’ Wynwood warehouse. Invite only
11/30 IVY Ideas Night with Mr. Chow at Nautilus South Beach. Invite only
11/30 Artsy and SoundCloud present “Collective Reality,” at Faena Art Dome. Invite only
12/1 IVY x Art Basel Celebration with Bradley Theodore at the new Nobu Hotel. Invite only
12/1 Moschino x Art Basel at Delano Beach Club. Invite only
12/1 Sean Kelly Gallery, Paddle8 and Absolut Elyx host a benefit auction at Nautilus South Beach. Invite only
12/2 MoMA PS1 Event at Delano Beach Club. Invite only
12/2 The Party Vol 2. Surface Media x Virgil Abloh at Faena Art Time Capsule. Invite only
12/3 Uprise Art’s 3rd Annual Young Collectors Lounge at Aqua Art Fair. Invite only
12/3 CJ Hendry at the Ridinger Mansion, Casa De Suenos Estate. Invite only
RESTAURANTS
Drunken Dragon, 1424 Alton Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Paris 6 Bistro, 2200 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Quinto La Huella, 788 Brickell Plz Miami, FL 33131
Yardbird Southern Table & Bar, 1600 Lenox Ave Miami Beach, FL 33139
Halves & Wholes,1600 Alton Rd Miami Beach, FL 33139
COFFEE BREAK
Versailles Restaurant, 3555 SW 8th St Miami, Florida
Panther Coffee, 2390 NW 2nd Ave Miami, FL 33127 + other locations
Las Olas Cafe, 644 6th St, Miami Beach, FL 33139
HOTELS
1 Hotel, 2341 Collins Ave, Miami Beach
This upscale beachfront hotel is a mile from outdoor shopping at Lincoln Road Mall and 3 minutes’ walk from the Bass Museum of Art. Best part? Food by Tom Colicchio.
The Standard, 40 Island Ave, Miami Beach
Located on Belle Isle, The Standard Spa, Miami Beach, is only steps away from the bustle of South Beach and offers Mediterranean-inspired dining on the bay from Chef Mark Zeitouni. After a long day of fairs and events, nothing beats a relaxing trip to their steam room.
This trendy hostel is only steps away from the beach and a few blocks from Ocean Drive, Lincoln Road Mall and the Miami Beach Convention Center. You can book a private or shared room and enjoy Miami for a very reasonable price.
top image // courtesy of UNTITLED, MILE Madeline Hollander
