JANUARY 9, 10 & 11, 2026
Browse a variety of items for sale at the Art Deco Weekend artisan market between 5th Street and 14th Place. Featuring vendors from the local community as well as out-of-state, find something unique to take home from the festival!
This 1 1/2 to 2-hour walking tour provides an introduction to the Art Deco, Mediterranean Revival, and Miami Modern (MiMo) styles found within the Miami Beach Architectural Historic District. Explore hotels, restaurants, and other commercial structures with a visit to a number of interiors. Starting point: Art Deco Welcome Center All tours are rain or […]
MEET THIS YEAR’S POSTER ARTIST! Sunday, January 11 11 a.m. Art Deco Welcome Center Woody Vondracek Join us on January 11th at 11 a.m. at the Art Deco Welcome Center to meet Woody Vondracek, the Deco Artist, as he presents a retrospective examining the graphics and posters he produced during the formative years of Miami […]
This specialty walking tour explores the rise and fall of the Jewish population of Miami Beach over the past 100 years, including a look at the impact of selected key Jewish individuals and institutions, plus an overview of architectural styles in the southernmost part of the city. Starting point: Jewish Museum of Florida-FIU, at Third […]
Learn the basic dance steps of 20's Charleston with international Swing Dance Champion Minn Vo & Juls Slavikas No partner required! ABOUT YOUR TEACHERS MINN VO JULS SLAVIKAS ABOUT THE DANCE 20's Charleston is a dance named after the harbor city of Charleston, South Carolina. The rhythm was popularized in mainstream dance music in the United […]
Aviation in Miami: HistoryMiami Resident Historian, Dr. Paul S. George Date: Sunday, January 11, 2026 Time: 12pm–1pm Location: The Wolfsonian–FIU @ 1001 Washington Avenue Explore the history of aviation in Miami. Learn about some of aviation’s iconic figures from Amelia Earhart to Bessie Coleman and Glenn Curtiss. Reflect upon the site of the former Pan American Seaplane Terminal […]
Step beyond the glitz of Ocean Drive and uncover an enchanting, quiet side of South Beach— one the locals cherish and visitors rarely stumble upon. Wander charming tree-lined streets, and immerse yourself in a world of architectural treasures that add to the story of Miami Beach’s vibrant past. On this tour, you’ll explore the Miami […]
This 1 1/2 to 2-hour walking tour provides an introduction to the Art Deco, Mediterranean Revival, and Miami Modern (MiMo) styles found within the Miami Beach Architectural Historic District. Explore hotels, restaurants, and other commercial structures with a visit to a number of interiors. Starting point: Art Deco Welcome Center All tours are rain or […]
The Mighty Flea Circus is a nationally acclaimed Rockabilly and Swing band known for “Soul Shakin’ Swingabilly” — an energetic blend of vintage rock and modern flair. Winners of top industry awards and celebrated for electrifying live shows, they deliver dynamic performances at venues of all sizes. With roots in classic icons and a forward-thinking […]
This walking tour focuses on illegal activities and shady characters in Miami Beach history. Topics include political corruption, illegal gambling, alcohol during prohibition, and organized crime figures. Starting point: Art Deco Welcome Center, 1001 Ocean Drive All tours are 1.5 to 2-hours long, rain or shine. Please dress for the weather as there are no refunds […]
Art Deco Through Dance & Movement: an Experiential Lecture with Dance NOW! Miami & The South Beach Chamber Ensemble Date: Sunday, January 11, 2026 Time: 3pm–4pm Location: The Wolfsonian–FIU @ 1001 Washington Avenue Dance NOW! Miami and the South Beach Chamber Ensemble showcase the music and dance that helped make the Art Deco Era famous. This performative lecture […]
While making a living busking in the subway upon his arrival to NYC in 1998, Michael Arenella made a name immersing himself in the virginal Jazz of the 1920s. This immersion went on to give birth to a cultural phenomenon, a good decade before it became hot in popular culture: the rebirth of the Jazz […]
This 1 1/2 to 2-hour walking tour provides an introduction to the Art Deco, Mediterranean Revival, and Miami Modern (MiMo) styles found within the Miami Beach Architectural Historic District. Explore hotels, restaurants, and other commercial structures with a visit to a number of interiors. Starting point: Art Deco Welcome Center All tours are rain or […]
Our Art Deco buildings come alive when the lights go on! Similar to our regular Ocean Drive tour, this walking tour focuses on neon lighting, which has always been associated with glamour and excitement. Learn about its history through the rise, fall, and resurgence. Starting point: Art Deco Welcome Center, 1001 Ocean Drive All tours are […]
Allyson Briggs, “The Glamour Girl of Jazz,” leads a Gatsby-style orchestra that brings the glittering swing and sophistication of the 1920s–40s to life with vintage charm and Old Hollywood flair. For Art Deco Weekend 2026, her lush big band sound and timeless standards will transform Ocean Drive into a roaring Jazz Age ballroom, perfect for lindy […]
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