Monday, August 25
PAXy’s Wake Up Miami! at Government CenterPAXy’s Wake Up Miami! series has a knack for turning a mundane commute into something worth lingering for. This week’s performance comes from local soul jazz trio Fat Produce, led by guitarist Addison Rifkind and drummer Michael Duffy. The band plays originals as well as jazz, soul, and hip-hop deep cuts. To wit, they recently released a 45 featuring covers of Boogaloo Joe Jones and Toots and the Maytals songs performed in their unique style. Stick around to see if they play them at Government Center — you just might miss your train on purpose. 8:30 a.m. at Government Center, 111 NW First St., Miami; paxy.org. Open to the public.
Bark at the Park at LoanDepot Park
Take your four-legged bestie out to a ball game at Bark at the Park. You and your dog can cheer (or bark) for the Miami Marlins as they face off against the Atlanta Braves. The home team is batting better than average this season, so grab a cold one and cheer them on in the stands knowing you won't have to stress over your pup's separation anxiety. 6:40 p.m. at LoanDepot Park, 501 Marlins Wy., Miami; 305-480-1300. Tickets cost $20.50 via mlb.com.
Tuesday, August 26
Sweat & SculptCommitting to an early-week workout can be challenging, but it's a little easier when you have something pretty to look at. No, we're not referring to the sculpted bodies you'll encounter at ArtXSpace's Immersive Tuesdays: Sweat & Sculpt event (though those don't hurt). Instead, we're thinking about the immersive visuals that will surround you as you sweat out the toxins with bodyweight movements and a guided flow. At the end, treat yourself to organic food and botanical drinks from local vendors, pop-ups by clothing and beauty brands, and product samples, giveaways, and discounts. 7 p.m. Tuesday, August 26, at ArtXSpace, 301 NW 28th St., Miami; 786-783-4041; artxspace.com. Tickets cost $39 via eventbrite.com.
Wednesday, August 27
Frost After Dark at the Patricia & Phillip Frost Art MuseumThe Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum FIU invites you to a proper Wind Down Wednesday event as part of the museum’s popular Frost After Dark series. The evening offers a chance to explore the museum’s galleries before settling in for a screening showcasing the beauty and emotional depth of Japanese animation. It’s the perfect midweek escape, especially for foreign film or anime lovers — and it’s completely free with RSVP. 7 p.m. at the Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum, 10975 SW 17th St., Miami; 305-348-2890; frost.fiu.edu. Admission is free via eventbrite.com.
Thursday, August 28
Capicu! NYC at Perez Art Museum MiamiCapicu! NYC brings its uptown energy down to the bay for a night of dominoes, DJs, and dancing. The party, rooted in Nuyorican, Afro-Caribbean, and Latin American traditions, kicks off PAMM’s new exhibition, Elliot & Erick Jiménez: El Monte. Expect happy hour on the terrace and sets from DJ Lluvia and FKi 1st. Inside, the Jiménez twins will be on hand to talk about their work as the galleries stay open late. 7 p.m. at Perez Art Museum Miami, 1103 Biscayne Blvd., Miami; 305-375-3000. Admission is free with RSVP via pamm.org.
Kevin Smith at the Miami Improv
American filmmaker, actor, comic book author, and comedian Kevin Smith takes over the Miami Improv on Thursday and Friday night. Renowned for creating the cult-classic Clerks and bringing Silent Bob to life, Smith has built a career spanning film, television, comic books, and podcasting. He recently filmed a comedy special due out later this year, so don't miss your chance to check out this Hollywood legend's latest material. 7:30 p.m. at the Miami Improv, 3450 NW 83rd Ave., Ste. 224, Doral; 305-441-8200. Tickets cost $35 via miamiimprov.com.
Blink-182 at Hard Rock Live
Pop-rock legends Blink-182 return to South Florida for a stop on their Missionary Impossible 2025 Tour at Hard Rock Live on Thursday night. The jaunt celebrates the band's 2023 LP, One More Time..., the first album in more than a decade to feature original trio Mark Hoppus, Tom DeLonge, and Travis Barker. Joining the band for this can’t-miss show are punk rock band Alkaline Trio (whose singer and guitarist Matt Skiba joined Blink in DeLonge's absence) and rock band Beauty School Dropout. 8 p.m. at Hard Rock Live, 1 Seminole Wy., Hollywood; 954-797-5531; casino.hardrock.com. Tickets cost $82 to $352 via ticketmaster.com.
Friday, August 29
Unseen Work at Mad ArtsUnseen Work isn’t dinner as usual. Conceived by artist Jaime Reyes with Chef Sam Diaz, the experience unfolds around a glowing digital table where stories drift across the surface as each course arrives. The menu is ambitious, moving from caviar tucked inside a fried chicken skin "cannoli" to spiced lamb loin with fermented peaches, before closing with polenta tres leches cakes and Campari-soaked cherries. Beyond indulging your taste buds, this experience also engages your other senses. Ambient kitchen sounds are layered into soundscapes, a custom LED lamp shifts with the rhythm of the meal, and text that reveals the quiet decisions and unseen labor that shape every dish are on display. It’s part performance, part meditation, and a fully immersive experience, inviting diners to think about the work that goes into a great meal. 6:30 p.m. at Mad Arts, 481 S. Federal Hwy., Dania Beach; 754-239-0707; yeswearemadarts.com. Tickets cost $199 via universe.com.
