Your Guide to Interactive Pop-Ups in Miami
- July 12, 2026
Whether it's a mind-bending art exhibit or immersive candlelit concert, the best pop-up events in Miami create undeniable buzz as they come and go. These fleeting experiences are packed with unforgettable moments and eye-catching angles perfect for your social media feeds.
From a globally touring museum of mesmerizing inflatable art to action-packed FIFA and sports experiences, transportive concerts under the stars and more, these limited pop-up activities in Greater Miami and Miami Beach should be on your radar (and in your camera roll) right now.
Basquiat: Figures, Signs, Symbols
June 25, 2026 – June 6, 2027
From the private collection of Miami billionaire resident Kenneth C. Griffin, 10 pieces of Jean-Michel Basquiat’s works of art are on display as part of the new exhibition Basquiat: Figures, Signs, Symbols at the Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) in Downtown Miami. Though his career was brief, Basquiat became one of the most influential artists of the 20th century, blending inspiration from history, music, street culture and his Puerto Rican and Haitian heritage into bold works of art filled with symbolism and powerful storytelling. Valued at $500 million, the collection offers a rare opportunity to enjoy several Basquiat masterpieces under one roof.
The Jazz Room
August 13 and October 22, 2026
This pop-up series for jazz music lovers celebrates the greats the way they should be, inside intimate venues throughout the destination. Sneak away to the Palapa Miami in Upper Buena Vista, a lush, tiki-inspired event space, for The Jazz Room: A Journey to the Heart of New Orleans. This hour-long concert will feature soulful vocalists and musicians on the sax and trumpet, transporting guests to the Big Easy, with tickets starting at $30.
Summer Lovin
Through August 16, 2026
Summer Lovin is a picture-perfect Miami pop-up attraction to check out at CityPlace Doral this season. Fall in love with the heart-themed free public art exhibit that makes for swoon-worthy social media content.
The experience begins with 180 colorful, custom-made hearts dangling above the promenade. Next, move on to the oversized heart-shaped lock for a major photo moment. You can even hang personal love locks along the exhibit’s fencing, similar to the famed bridges of Rome and Paris. Purchase a lock for $7 at Escapology, located on Level 1.
Bad Bunny Candlelight Concert
September 4, 2026
Don't miss a special tribute to Bad Bunny at the Hotel Colonnade. The Collins Quartet will perform classical versions of favorites like Moscow Mule, Tití Me Preguntó and more.
This concert is one of many Candlelight Concerts happening across Miami. Set at scenic venues, local string quartets perform tributes to iconic artists and beloved genres amid the glow of hundreds of flickering candles, making them perfect for special occasions and date nights.
Extreme Sports: Beyond Human Limits
Through September 7, 2026
Miami is bursting with epic sports moments in 2026, from FIFA soccer to F1 racing, and you can show off your own athletic abilities at the Extreme Sports: Beyond Human Limits pop-up exhibit at Frost Science in Downtown Miami.
Wander interactive stations that test your strength, balance and endurance through climbing and jumping. You’ll even get to experience simulations of the extreme weather and terrain athletes face. The exhibit includes a “Science of Soccer” interactive experience with a digital sports wall and a bench soccer game.
POP AIR – Art is Inflatable
Through September 17, 2026
Air, light, movement. You’ll feel like a kid again at The Balloon Museum’s new Miami exhibit, POP AIR – Art is Inflatable at Mana Wynwood Convention Center. We don’t want to spoil all the fun surprises, but this playful, internationally touring experience in the heart of Miami’s artsy Wynwood neighborhood features inflatable and air-based works by leading artists from around the world.
Walk through the exhibit to discover a giant inflatable maze, massive ball pits and a kinetic swing installation, all of which makes for epic photo opportunities. A glowing standout is the light installation Mariposa, an awe-inspiring 26-foot butterfly powered by more than 39,000 LEDs.
Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show
Various dates from September 19, 2026 – February 13, 2027
Even if you’re not into ballet, this illuminating twist will capture your attention. During the dance pop-up The Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show at the Miami Theater Center, six local dancers donning glow-in-the-dark costumes will reinvent the tale of “Sleeping Beauty.”
Between the shimmering costumes and the pro ballet moves, it’s one show that will mesmerize adults and kids alike with its immersive beauty. Plus, this abridged version lasts just around 60 minutes.
