The 17 Best Things to Do in Miami This Week

Monday, January 1

New year, new you — right? Some might say dancing all night at Club Space isn't the best way to kick off the new year, but those people would be wrong. On Monday, the dance emporium hosts Welsh DJ and Hot Creations founder Jamie Jones, joined by Dennis Cruz, Rossi, and Ms. Mada. While some things are meant to stay in 2023, partying until dawn at Space is certainly not one of them. 11 p.m. Monday, at Club Space, 34 NE 11th St, Miami; 786-357-6456; clubspace.com. Tickets cost $60 to $140 via dice.fm. Sophia Medina

Tuesday, January 2

If you missed the U.S. premiere of Justine Triet's Anatomy of a Fall last year, you'll have another chance to catch it in theaters when Coral Gables Art Cinema hosts a screening on Tuesday. Hailed as a modern masterpiece — nominated for four Golden Globe Awards and the winner of the Palme d'Or — the French thriller is a tour de force. Sandra Hüller stars a writer who is suspected of the murder of her husband. That's all you need to know because you don't want spoilers. Noon Tuesday and 2 p.m. Thursday, at Coral Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables; 786-472-2249; gablescinema.com. Tickets cost $11 to $12.75. Jose D. Duran

On Tuesday, The Cher Show, the Tony Award-winning musical based on the life of the legendary singer and actress, arrives at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts. The show tells the story of Cher from the start of her music career to the major icon she is today and features more than 35 of her smash hits. For the musical's opening, you're encouraged to dress in sequins and feathers to honor the mother all mothers. There will also be a Cher-inspired costume and look-alike contest hosted by drag queen Athena Dion with a prize of drag brunch for two at R House. 8 p.m. Tuesday through January 7, 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, January 3

Comedians Matt Bellak and Tim Hanlon have the honor of hosting Miami Improv's first show of 2024 when their Dope City Comedy Tour stops at the Doral venue. Bellak and Hanlon have previously worked together as two-thirds of the Fresh Drunk Stoned Comedy Tour, which sold out clubs all over the country. The duo returns to host their latest coheadlining show, bringing the laughs and featuring some fresh new comedic talent. 8 p.m. Thursday, at the Miami Improv, 3450 NW 83rd Ave. Suite 224, Doral; 305-441-8200; miamiimprov.com. Tickets cost $20. Sophia Medina

Thursday, January 4

Last month, the team behind the Museum of Graffiti opened the Art of Hip Hop during Miami Art Week. The permanent exhibit celebrates 50 years of the culture and its impact on a global scale. On view are rare works by photographers, album-cover artists, logo designers, fashion innovators, and graffiti artists who have shaped the genre's visual identity. It also explores the rich history through vintage artifacts and a curated selection of sneakers in collaboration with StockX. 11 a.m. Thursday, at the Art of Hip Hop, 299 NW 25th St., Miami; 786-722-1604; artofhiphop.com. Tickets cost $6 to $22 via eventbrite.com. Ashley-Anna Aboreden

The South Beach Jazz Festival makes its annual landfall in Miami Beach, showcasing undiscovered talent and world-renowned musicians. Organized to spotlight the rich legacy of jazz music, the four-day music festival will host several events throughout various venues in the city, each delivering a unique sound from the universal jazz music spectrum. Three-time Grammy Award-winning jazz vocalist Cécile Mclorin Salvant kicks off the festivities, joined by producer and jazz pianist Sullivan Fortner. Other performers scheduled throughout the weekend include Something Else!, Alfredo Rodriguez, Tal Cohen, Nicole Yarling, and the South Florida Jazz Orchestra. Thursday through Sunday, at various locations; sobejazzfestival.com. Ticket prices vary. Sophia Medina

Once proclaimed "the next Jackie Mason" by the New York Times, Israeli-born, New York-based stand-up comedian Modi stops at Aventura Arts & Cultural Center to live up to the claim. The 53-year-old has become one of the industry's most sought-after performers in New York City and was named one of the top ten comedians by the Hollywood Reporter. Throughout his career, he has been featured on HBO, CBS, AMC, Comedy Central, and E!. He's also the cofounder and producer of the Chosen Comedy Festival, established alongside comedians Elon Gold and Dani Zoldan. 7 and 9:30 p.m. Thursday, at Aventura Arts & Cultural Center, 23385 NE 188th St., Aventura; 305-466-8002; aventuracenter.org. Tickets cost $57 to $62 via ticketmaster.com. Sophia Medina

Friday, January 5

Consisting of Jason Matthews and Aaron Glueckauf, the Miami duo Twyn fuses modern sounds with catchy instrumental melodies. In November, the pair finally released its long-awaited debut album, Lyght Years. "It took so long because we did everything ourselves — the producing, the mixing, and all the decisions," Matthews told New Times earlier this year. Matthews and Glueckauf are hosting a release party at Gramps on Friday with fellow musicians Butterfly Snapple and April Nicole to mark the occasion. 8 p.m. Friday, at Gramps, 176 NW 24th St., Miami; gramps.com. Tickets cost $15 to $20 via eventbrite.com. Ashley-Anna Aboreden

Comedian Sarah Sherman joined the cast of Saturday Night Live during its 47th season in 2021 and was promoted to a full-fledged cast member in 2023. It's easy to see why. Sherman's surreal comedy style has quickly found a space within the show. Now, she's bringing her talent to the Miami Improv on Friday and Saturday. Best known for her body-horror comedy — she performed under the name Sarah Squirm for several years — Sherman is certainly not afraid to push the boundaries of humor. 8 and 10:30 p.m. Friday and 7 and 9:30 p.m. Saturday, at the Miami Improv, 3450 NW 83rd Ave. Suite 224, Doral; 305-441-8200; miamiimprov.com. Tickets cost $25. Jose D. Duran

The EDM festival at sea, Friendship, is set to take sail from the Port of Miami on Saturday. But before that, the party starts on land at Oasis Wynwood on Friday night. The Friendship 2024 Pre-Party will deliver the heavy beats thanks to a back-to-back set by Boys Noize and Destructo. Other acts on the bill include Craze, Afrodisiac Showcase, Flava D, Mary Droppinz, Devon James, Charles Meyer, and Kakies. Don't worry if you aren't booked for the cruise — the party is open to everyone. 8 p.m. Friday, at Oasis Wynwood, 2335 N. Miami Ave., Miami; oasiswynwood.com. Tickets cost $39 to $99 via tixr.com. Sophia Medina

Saturday, January 6

Sneakerheads, find your next fresh set of kicks at Sneaker Con at the Broward Country Convention Center on Saturday. You're guaranteed to stumble upon sneakers you can't find anywhere else. From limited-edition sets to vintage streetwear, Sneaker Con brings together some of the best vendors in the game. In addition to the shoes, attendees can meet sneaker influencers and win sweet prizes during some of the giveaways. Noon to 7 p.m. Saturday, at the Broward County Convention Center, 1950 Eisenhower Blvd., Fort Lauderdale; sneakercon.com. Tickets cost $30 to $32.50. Sophia Medina

Hollywood thrash metal band Hellwitch has been rockin' together for four decades. To mark the occasion, the trio will perform its 1990 debut album, Syzygial Miscreancy, in its entirety at Bar Nancy on Saturday. The band will also perform cuts from their latest release, Annihilational Intercention. Saturday's bill also includes performances by Tampa extreme metal band Virulence and death metal act Vacuous Depths. 8 p.m. Saturday, at Bar Nancy, 2007 SW Eighth St., Miami; nancy305.com. Tickets cost $15 via eventbrite.com. Ashley-Anna Aboreden

DJ and producer Eli Escobar has spent the better part of the last two decades becoming a vital figure in the dance music scene. The New York native is best known for delivering the kind of house music that gets you moving, but Escobar isn't afraid to change things up in order to keep things interesting. He's held residencies at the House of Yes, Le Bain, and Battlehymn and remixed tracks for artists like Lana Del Rey and M.I.A. On Saturday, he'll commandeer the decks at Jolene for a nonstop set. Safe to say, you'll be in expert hands. 9 p.m. Saturday, Jolene Sound Room, 200 E. Flager St., Miami; jolenesoundroom.com. Tickets cost $15 via dice.fm. Jose D. Duran

Ultra Music Festival's Resistance residency at M2 will bring DJ duo Sasha & John Digweed for a four-hour extended set on Saturday. Joining the house veterans on the stage is house and techno producer Henri Bergman, whose sound is often defined as emotive and melodic. Sasha & John Digweed first joined forces in 1993 after the two met during a DJ gig at the British nightclub Renaissance. Shortly after their official union, the pair became one of the leading figures in defining the sound of progressive house and trance in the late 1990s. Since their origin, the dynamic duo has continued to conquer the dance music realm with their popular tracks, including "Tripchain," "Beautiful Strangers," and "Mantis." 10 p.m. Saturday, at M2, 1235 Washington Ave., Miami Beach; resistancemiami.com. Tickets cost $39.95 via dice.fm. Sophia Medina

Sunday, January 7

Sidney Lumet's 1957 classic 12 Angry Men will screen at Coral Gables Art Cinema on Sunday afternoon as part of the "Movies We Love!" series. The Academy Award-nominated film unfolds in a jury room where 12 members deliberate the guilt of a young murder suspect. Amid rising tensions, one juror challenges the group's consensus, sparking intense discussions that expose biases and prompt a reassessment of the evidence. The film delves into themes of justice, prejudice, and individual conviction, providing a timeless exploration of human behavior within the legal system. 1 p.m. Sunday, at Coral Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables; 786-472-2249; gablescinema.com. Tickets cost $7 to $11.75. Ashley-Anna Aboreden

Since 1982, the King Mango Strut has been parading along the streets of Coconut Grove, lampooning the past year of pop culture, politics, and headlines. Usually taking place the Sunday before New Year's Eve, the parade has shifted to the first Sunday in January this year. Still, you can expect the same jovial celebration that doesn't take itself — or the stuff it's parodying — too seriously. 2 to 6 p.m. Sunday, at Commodore Plaza and Grand Avenue, Coconut Grove; kingmangostrut.org. Admission is free. Jose D. Duran

Ease your mind with yoga, immerse yourself in positive energy with fellow enthusiasts, and nourish your appetite with a vegetarian meal at Kirtan Night at Ahana Yoga. Hosted by special guests Dawn B, Kish Rico, and Kishor Gopal, the event will fuel your spirit with kirtan, a sacred yoga practice of chanting. Meant to create a powerful vibration within all those who participate, this exercise welcomes everyone to take space in an atmosphere filled with love and good vibes. Once the session is over, you can sit with your peers and enjoy a healthy vegetarian meal. 7 to 9 p.m. Sunday, at Ahana Yoga, 43 NE 38th St., Miami; 305-456-5339; ahanayoga.com. Tickets cost $25 via eventbrite.com. Sophia Medina