Guide to Miami’s Art Basel 2023 Programming

Miami’s world-famous winter showcase Art Basel 2023 is back – and naturally jam-packed with an impressive lineup of music events.

If you’ve learned anything about the way Miami life ebbs and flows, there is always a major party not too far ahead.  Appropriately, Miami’s Art Basel show brings the world’s greatest creatives together every December for a weekend of immersive arts and culture. A primer of sorts for Miami Music Week, the music industry brings out a slew of world-class DJs to seamlessly complement the occasion.

While the main art events span from December 8-10, the city offers music events stretching from December 5-12 for your enjoyment. Apart from the traditional Art Basel programming at the Miami Beach Convention Center, there are a number of more niche events to look out for. And with the hustle and bustle of the holidays quickly approaching, planning a week-long extravaganza may certainly prove difficult. Fear not, however – Exron Music is here with a few special picks to help navigate the sensory overload that lies ahead.

Gateway Miami

Housed within Miami Beach’s Faena Forum, The Gateway presents a Web3-focused art exhibition from December 6-8 to uplift digital artists.  Choosing a new theme each year, Gateway is celebrating its fourth edition with “Blossoming” as the central concept. This year’s event will include immersive art galleries, panels with industry executives, as well as live music. NFTNow pass holders have exclusive access to pre-opening and VIP events, and all others can register for Gateway Miami by clicking here.

LVMH Culture House

Located in Miami’s opulent Design District, Culture House offers a five-day pop-up gallery meant to exemplify the intersection between culture, luxury, and technology. In addition to its exhibitions, Culture House will host a series of panels from everything from DE&I to Web3 and blockchain, to haute couture. The pop-up will extend from December 6-10, and it is free to the public, so don’t miss out!

Art with me festival

Nested within Key Biscayne’s Virginia Key Beach, Art With Me proved such a success during this year’s Music Week that it’s back for more!  The Tulum-inspired festival features a synergy of music and art across its 30+ acres of beach waterfront. 

This year’s lineup features industry icons such as LP Giobbi, Jan Blomqvist, and Damian Lazarus, along with a handful of special guest appearances. This all-ages event will also offer everything from installations and galleries, to food vendors, to yoga and dance classes for those not simply looking for a late-night dance. Tickets are available here.

Art Basel 2023 at Club Space 

This year, Club Space boasts a brag-worthy roster of artists to shepherd Basel attendees into the early hours. From John Summit to Peggy Gou to Jamie Jones, these are just the tip of the iceberg that is the 50+ artists you can expect. Club Space is offering Space Basel Passes for December 5-12 at $562, which are already on waitlist.  Luckily, single-night tickets are definitely still available on DICE.

Art Basel 2023 at Factory Town

Miami’s iconic and sprawling outdoor event space Factory Town has quite a few acts up its sleeve as well. Between Elrow Miami, The Martinez Brothers’ Cuttin’ Headz event, and Circoloco Miami, music enthusiasts will have their pick of the lot to indulge in. Factory Town is offering its own Basel Passes for December 7-11 at $341, which are still available on DICE.  As always, single-night tickets are also available for purchase here.