The Best Things to Do in Miami This Week

Wednesday, May 1

Before Miami Race Week kicks things off, Issabella's on Lincoln Road and Perrier Jouët beckon you to indulge in their F1 Champagne & Caviar Dinner on Wednesday. The six-course menu will rev up your taste buds as sommelier Benjamin Desrousseaux guides you through each course. The menu includes a Hokkaido scallop and caviar, creamy linguine caviar pasta, and herb-crusted rack of lamb. The dinner ends on a sweet note with a Champagne-poached pear and mascarpone cream. 7:30, 8, 8:30, and 9 p.m. Wednesday, at Issabella's, 1022 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach; 305-397-8040; issabellas.com. Dinner cost $175 via resy.com. Sophia Medina

Swedish singer-songwriter José González is currently on the road celebrating the 20th anniversary of his debut album, Veneer. The tour wraps up Wednesday when he stops at the Miami Beach Bandshell. At the show, he'll perform his 2003 album in its entirety, along with some other of his classics. The indie-folk artist is perhaps best known for his cover of the Knife's "Heartbeats," taking it from an electropop juggernaut to a soft acoustic contemplation on love. 8 p.m. Wednesday, at Miami Beach Bandshell, 7275 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; miamibeachbandshell.com. Tickets cost $56.65 to $211.15 via dice.fm. Jose D. Duran

Thursday, May 2

Do you have several Finstas to keep tabs on your ex? Do you look over your friends' shoulders to see who they are texting? Then, the theme of "snooping" during the Moth StorySlam this month is a perfect match for you. You're invited to sign up and share your story of curiosity and nosiness. You're limited to five minutes to talk about the time you couldn't mind your own damn business. Even if you aren't brave enough to get on stage, you're still welcome to hear everyone else's stories. 7 p.m. Thursday, at Sandrell Rivers Theater, 6103 NW Seventh Ave., Miami; 305-284-8872; sandrellriverstheater.com. Tickets cost $15. Ashley-Anna Aboreden

On Thursday, Zoetic Stage brings the one-woman show Cuban Chicken Soup: When There's No More Café to the stage at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts. The play is the work of Elena Maria Garcia and Stuart Meltzer, with Garcia as the show's sole star. Cuban Chicken Soup features the same characters as Garcia's previous one-woman show, ¡Fuacata! A Latina's Guide to Surviving the Universe, but now presents them a decade later. Expect plenty of laughs and heartfelt stories. 7:30 p.m. Thursday through May 19, at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami; 305-949-6722; arshtcenter.org. Tickets cost $55 to $60. Ashley-Anna Aboreden

Friday, May 3

On Friday, the Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami will present the first U.S. solo exhibition of the works of Lebanese artist Huguette Caland. "Huguette Caland: Outside the Line (1970–84)" explores the work of the late artist, who is recognized for her figurative and abstract paintings, transforming the body into subtle lines and bursts of color that are both intimate and erotic. Her work subverted the portrayal of the female form and challenged the viewer's interpretation. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday through October 6, at the Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami, 61 NE 41st St., Miami; 305-901-5272; icamiami.org. Admission is free. Jose D. Duran

Racing fans, start your engines! The Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix returns to the Miami International Autodrome at Hard Rock Stadium for a third year. F1 superstars like Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton, and Charles Leclerc are all expected to be in attendance. However, before Sunday's Grand Prix, the team will have practice sessions on Friday, followed by the qualifying races on Saturday. Beyond the races, there will be countless food and drink options, live music, and a general party atmosphere. There will also be race-day performances by Kaskade and Kaytranada. 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, and 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, at the Miami International Autodrome, 347 Don Shula Dr., Miami Gardens; f1miamigp.com. Ticket costs $450 to $1,000. Sophia Medina

In the age of OnlyFans, it seems like everyone is filming their most intimate moments for everyone to see at a price. (No judgment.) But before fan sites came into existence, columnist and podcaster Dan Savage was inviting everyone to create adult content for real people, by real people. Appropriately presented by gay hookup app Sniffies, Hump! Film Festival will return to O Cinema on Friday and Saturday with 23 short films that explore the full range of sex. Because the festival received so many entries this year, this is one part one, with Hump! returning later this fall with a whole new slate of shorts. 7 and 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday, at O Cinema, 1130 Washington Ave., Miami Beach; humpfilmfest.com. Tickets cost $20. Jose D. Duran

British singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran takes the stage at Hard Rock Live as part of the official Miami Grand Prix events at the venue. Sheeran doesn't really need an introduction, but he's probably your mom's favorite pop star thanks to his heartfelt lyrics, soulful melodies, and a blend of pop, folk, and acoustic. Last year, he released his sixth album, - (pronounced "subtract"), which includes the hits "Eyes Closed" and "Life Goes On." Expect him to touch on his newer stuff, as well as hits like "Shape of You," "Thinking Out Loud," and "Bad Habits." 8 p.m. Friday, at Hard Rock Live, 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood; 954-797-5531; myhrl.com. Sold out. Ashley-Anna Aboreden

Oh yes, oh yes! Veteran DJ Carl Cox is taking over M2 for a four-hour extended set as part of Ultra's Resistance residency at the nightclub. He'll be joined by German duo Hidden Empire and up-and-coming producer m.O.N.R.O.E. Cox will hit partygoers with dance-floor-ready beats, heavy synths, and soulful melodies. He's recognized as one of the pioneers of the British rave scene, rising the ranks with his blend of acid house and techno. With Cox skipping Ultra this year for the first time in a very long time, this is your chance to see the wizard at work. 10 p.m. Friday, at M2, 1235 Washington Ave., Miami Beach, resistancemiami.com. Tickets cost $149.95 via dice.fm. Sophia Medina

In 2020, John Summit seemingly came out of nowhere when he dropped his breakthrough track "Deep End." After the pandemic restrictions were lifted, he was suddenly one of the most in-demand DJs, headlining festivals and nightclubs all over the world. A native of Naperville, Illinois, a suburb of Chicago, Summit calls Miami home these days, so naturally, he'll be helping celebrate Miami Race Week with a set at LIV on Friday. Expect to hear tracks like "Shiver," "Where You Are," and "Human" when he takes over the decks. 11 p.m. Friday, at LIV, 4441 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; livnightclub.com. Tickets cost $200 via tixr.com. Sophia Medina

Saturday, May 4

Much like last month's Record Store Day, the comic book industry tries to attract new readers with its annual promotion, Free Comic Book Day. Comic bookstores will offer free comic books from recognizable franchises like Hellboy, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Pokemon, and One Piece. Locally, Korka Comics will be celebrating the day at both its Westchester and Pembroke Pine locations. Doors will open at 9 a.m., and customers will be able to pick out a free comic from a preselected stock, as well as discounts throughout the store. 9 a.m. Saturday, at Korka Comics, 10538 SW Eighth St., Miami; 786-717-5557; and 7641 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines; 954-962-3322; korkacomics.com. Sophia Medina

The Miami Beach Orchid Society and Miami Beach Botanical Garden invite you to celebrate one of the most revered flowering plants at the Orchids & Arts Festival. The inaugural event will celebrate all things orchids, highlighting, in particular, the species native to Florida. There will be vendors selling plants and supplies, as well as an art exhibition by Harold Golen Gallery, a sound installation by Juraj Kojš presenting the sonification of 15 Florida native orchid species DNA, and a performance by the University of Miami's Frost Electronic Music Ensemble. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden, 2000 Convention Center Dr., 305-673-7256; mbgarden.org. Tickets cost $5 to $25 via eventbrite.com. Sophia Medina

On Saturday evening, harness the power of Meditation for Manifestation to actualize your dreams through a guided session led by Dr. William Kalatsky, author of The Intuition Method of Consciousness. During the 30-minute session, learn to set intentions, practice ancient breathing techniques, and delve into guided visualization to access the frequency of your desired life. Afterward, you can enjoy the indoor baths and leave all your cares behind. 7 to 8 p.m. Saturday, at the Standard Spa, 40 Island Ave., Miami Beach; 305-673-1717; standardhotels.com. Tickets cost $75 via eventbrite.com. Ashley-Anna Aboreden

South Florida's biggest anime and cosplay party, Kirbiicon, returns on Saturday at Revolution Live. Presented by the Black Market, the event will feature three stages — the party will spill out to the parking lot and sister venues Stache and Backyard — feature live music, DJs, a lewd cosplay contest, vendors, burlesque, and more. Miami post-hardcore band I Set My Friends on Fire is headlining the night that will also feature a Super Smash Bros. Ultimate tournament, Flynn's pop-up arcade, and more. 7 p.m. Saturday, at Revolution Live, 100 SW Third Ave., Fort Lauderdale; 954-449-1025; jointherevolution.net. Tickets cost $30 to $35 via shotgun.live. Jose D. Duran

Sunday, May 5

Once again, Swarm promises the city's largest Cinco de Mayo party when it brings back Cinco de Wynwood on Sunday. Taking over Wynwood Marketplace, you can celebrate the minor Mexican holiday with tequila shots, giant micheladas, margaritas, live mariachis, and a mechanical bull. Racing Fan Fest will also be taking place at the same time, so expect double the fun. While the event is free, if you RSVP, you receive a complimentary drink. Noon to 3 a.m. Sunday, at Wynwood Marketplace, 2250 NW Second Ave., Miami; cincodewynwood.com. Admission is free with RSVP via bucketlisters.com. Jose D. Duran

Keinemusik crew member Rampa will take over Jungle Island for a bash to close out Miami Race Week. Presented by UnKommon Events, Rampa & Friends will deliver the kind of energy that will keep you going if you're still buzzing from the Grand Prix. The German producer is known for his blend of techno and deep house and isn't exactly afraid to bend the rules in order to get the dance floor burning. 8 p.m. Sunday, at Jungle Island, 1111 Parrot Jungle Trl., Miami; unkommonevents.com. Tickets cost $129.99 via dice.fm. Jose D. Duran

Monday, May 6

Miami Race Week is over, but the partying isn't done. On Monday, the glitzy nightclub Gala will host rapper Tyga, who will surely shut down the hot spot. Tyga first made his way into stardom after signing with Lil Wayne's record label, Young Money. Throughout his career, he has released several club anthems that made the Billboard Hot 100, including his iconic singles "Rack City" and "Faded." 11:30 p.m. Monday, at Gala, 235 23rd St., Miami Beach; 305-315-4252; galamiami.com. Tickets cost $100 via tixr.com. Sophia Medina

Tuesday, May 7

Relive the magic of Peter Pan like you never have before with playwright Larissa FastHorse's newest adaptation of the classic tale. The Broadway Musical lands at the Adrienne Arsht Center on Tuesday, whisking you away to Neverland with Peter Pan, Tinker Bell, and Wendy as they embark on a magical journey filled with excitement and adventure. This nostalgic, feel-good performance is perfect for anyone looking to embrace their inner child and reminisce on memories filled with possibility and spontaneity. FastHorse's revision of the 1954 musical has removed many of the original's problematic elements, and the cast of Nolan Almeida as Peter bucks the longstanding trend of having a woman play the lead. 8 p.m. Tuesday through May 12, at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami; 305-949-6722; arshtcenter.org. Tickets cost $25 to $140. Sophia Medina

Wednesday, May 8

Wynwood omakase spot Hiden is taking over Le Jardinier in the Design District for a Hiden Omakase Experience. Hiden executive chef Seijun Okana, Le Jardinier executive chef James Friedberg, and chef de cuisine Christian Pasco Diaz are fusing French and Japanese flavors on their collaborative menu. The dinner features a nine-course tasting menu ($500) that starts with a delectable amuse-bouche and ends with a sweet dessert. There are also optional wine and sake pairings for an additional $300. 6 and 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday, and Le Jardinier, 151 NE 41st St., Miami; 305-402-9060; lejardinier-miami.com. Tickets cost $500 via resy.com. Ashley-Anna Aboreden

On Wednesday, Brazilian songstress Céu will stop at the Miami Beach Bandshell along with Haitian blues guitarist Paul Beaubrun. The influential artist recently released her album Novela, which features collaborations with Lady Bug of Digable Planets, Lucas Martins, Anaiis, Frankie Reyes, and more. Wednesday's show serves as the kick-off for her Novela Tour, which will take her across North America, Brazil, and Europe. 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, at Miami Beach Bandshell, 7275 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; miamibeachbandshell.com. Tickets cost $43.26 via dice.fm. Jose D. Duran