The Best Things to Do in Miami This Week

KenTheMan, Laser Evenings, Sunset Sips, and more can't-miss events in Miami this week.

By Ashley-Anna Aboreden, Sophia Medina and Caroline Val

August 4, 2025

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PAXy's Wake Up Miami! series brings live music performances to the Government Center train station. Photo by Alejandro Taquechel

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Monday, August 4

PAXy's Wake Up Miami! at Government Center

Who says you can't start your Monday morning with a concert? PAXy's Wake Up Miami! series returns with live performances at one of Miami's busiest transportation hubs. As you wait for your train to pull into Government Center, enjoy a performance by Cuban musicians Degnis Bofill & Golpes Libres. Your Monday morning commute doesn't have to be dull — pair your cafecito with some lively music. 8:30 a.m. at Government Center, 111 NW First St., Miami; paxy.org. Open to the public.

Tuesday, August 5

Derek Gripper at Manuel Artime Theater

South African guitarist Derek Gripper brings his mesmerizing, genre-blurring guitar skills to the Manuel Artime Theater Tuesday evening. Known for translating complex kora compositions to classical guitar, Gripper's performances typically consist of reinterpretations of West African music that are as technically masterful as they are moving. 7:30 p.m. at Manuel Artime Theater, 900 SW First St., Miami; 786-991-9008; miami.gov/manuelartime. Tickets cost $29 via concertsinamerica.com.

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The planetarium at the Frost Museum of Science in Miami

Jam out to popular tracks by Billie Eilish, Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift, and Daft Punk inside Frost Science's 67-foot dome.

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Wednesday, August 6

KenTheMan at Revolution Live

Houston rapper KenTheMan takes over Revolution Live with her humorous rhymes and freestyle-based style on her Kinda Famous Tour. Stepping into almost fame with the viral success of her 2019 song, "He Be Like," the rapper isn't slowing down until she makes it to the top with her punchline-heavy rap. Recent projects include her latest studio album, Kinda Famous, featuring singles such as "Cocky" and "First." Among her most popular tracks are "Crazy Bout Me," "I Got Questions," "Checkin In," and "For Me." 7 p.m. at Revolution Live, 100 SW Third Ave., Fort Lauderdale; 954-449-1025; jointherevolution.net. Tickets cost $34 via ticketmaster.com.

Thursday, August 7

Sunset Sips at Stiltsville Fish Bar

Take your weekend pregaming up a notch with a wine tasting at Stiltsville Fish Bar's Sunset Sips. Stay hydrated, because you'll try ten different wines (and soak up the alcohol with delicious bites). Once the tasting is over and you've chosen your favorite wine, dine at the restaurant and save 10 percent on your meal. 6 p.m. at Stiltsville Fish Bar, 1787 Purdy Ave., Miami Beach; 786-353-0477; stiltsvillefishbar.com. Reservations cost $20 per person via opentable.com. Sophia Medina

Friday, August 8

Laser Evenings at the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science

Trip out with multi-colored lights at the latest edition of Frost Science's Laser Evenings. At this edition of the recurring series, you'll watch hypnotic lasers dance across the planetarium's 67-foot dome to songs by Billie Eilish, Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift, and Daft Punk. Choose your favorite soundtrack, or stay for all four shows. 7 p.m. at the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, 1101 Biscayne Blvd., Miami; 305-434-9600. Tickets cost $12 to $15 via frostscience.org.

Ashley-Anna Aboreden is a Miami native and has been writing for as long as she can remember. She is an English graduate from FIU and is currently receiving her MFA in creative writing at the New School. She has an everlasting love for shih tzus (especially hers), chocolate chip cookies, and vintage books.

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Sophia Medina is a contributing writer for the Miami New Times. She has written for publications such as EDM Sauce and EDMTunes and served as the assistant director for the entertainment section of FIU's school publication, PantherNow. She has a master's in English writing and rhetoric. She considers herself to be a major music enthusiast and enjoys writing about new music, the latest events, and overall entertainment.

Caroline Val is a Miami-based journalist who works as a producer at WPLG Local 10 News. In addition to New Times, her work has appeared in Business Insider, Teen Vogue . A graduate of the University of Miami, she earned a bachelor's degree in journalism with minors in political science and French. Her love of South Florida's alternative culture scene runs deep, and she's always open to exploring new stories.