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Saturday, 07/01/2025-07/31/2025, 10:00 am-09:00 pm
Miami International Mall
1455 NW 107 Avenue,
Doral, Florida, 33172
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Cost: 0
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Dante Vargas at Arts Garage July 25
Friday, 07/25/2025-, 08:00 pm-11:00 pm
Arts Garage
94 NE 2nd Ave.,
Delray Beach, Florida, 33444
Website
Cost: 50-55
DANTE VARGAS has made a generous contribution to the global music scene as a trumpeter, in genres such as tropical, pop, jazz, but especially in the genre of salsa. His interest in music and trumpet playing began in his homeland of Peru and grew as he worked in various other places, such as Colombia, where he played an important role in the most successful tropical and salsa orchestras of that country. After traveling the world with his music, he decided to make the city of Miami the strategic point of his successful career as a producer, arranger, and musician. Thanks to his interpretive quality with this wonderful instrument, he has stood out and positioned himself among the top trumpeters in the highly demanding market, performing alongside world-famous artists such as Marc Anthony, Shakira, Cristian Castro, Carlos Vives, Daddy Yankee, Sergio George, Sin Banderas, and many more. His work has earned him several Grammy awards, both Anglo and Latin.
Currently, in addition to continuing to produce, record, and perform with various artists, DANTE has put all his experience and talent into a new project that is making an impact due to its quality and universality. He is accompanied by the beautiful voice and unmistakable style of his daughter Val, who inherited the same talent as her father and is gradually making a name for herself as a rising star in the current music world. Her voice is making a significant contribution to the incredible success of this project.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u7A3Qmc4Ko0
Arts Garage is located at 94 NE 2nd Ave in Delray Beach, FL.
Tickets $50-55
Phone 561-450-6357
Website/ticket information: artsgarage.org
Dante Vargas appears courtesy of KCC Production
History Fort Lauderdale presents “Paradise Under Palmettos,” A Fine Art Exhibit
Sunday, 07/10/2025-, 10:00 am-04:00 pm
History Fort Lauderdale/New River Inn
231 SW Second Avenue Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33301
Website
Cost: Free
History Fort Lauderdale, proud steward of our community’s past by making our heritage accessible and engaging to residents and visitors, will present “Paradise Under Palmettos” from Thursday, July 10, through Sunday, September 7. This free summer fine art exhibit, highlighting Florida’s wildlife and untamed beauty, will feature works by award-winning artist Tim Forman plus local artists Tammy Seymour, Hitomi Saito, Stephanie Leyden, Marene Downs, Heather Neiman, Sara Schesser Bartra and Danielle Perry. A free meet and greet with the artists will take place on Thursday, July 10, from 6 – 8 p.m., at the New River Inn Museum of History building on History Fort Lauderdale’s campus (231 Southwest Second Avenue). Complimentary light bites and beverages will be provided.
Tim Forman is the third generation of Formans to have been born and reared in South Florida. He first picked up the brush at nine years old under the instruction of Peter Olsen. By 17, Forman was receiving commissions. Primarily a self-taught artist, Forman’s work is the result of dedicated practice. He uses field sketches, plein air paintings, and photographs to compose his pieces that are painted in layers with both knife and brush. He creates his landscapes to portray the splendor and simplicity of the natural world around us. Through his work, Tim seeks to lift the spirits and inspire awe above our day-to-day lives.
History Fort Lauderdale hosts a variety of engaging multicultural experiences, year-round. It seeks to bring awareness to the community through both traveling exhibits and multiple permanent exhibits including “Women Trailblazers,” “Fort Lauderdale – the Early Years,” “Roots of Resilience: The Journey of Black Broward,” “Fashion & Musical Theatre,” “From Dugouts to Dream Yachts: the story of boatbuilding along the New River,” Seminole Arts & Culture,” “New River Archaeology,” “Viva Fort Lauderdale: Celebrating Hispanic Art & Culture,” and “Take PRIDE, a retrospective on LGBTQ life in South Florida.”
History Fort Lauderdale’s “Paradise Under Palmettos” is sponsored by the following funds at the Community Foundation of Broward: Jan and Ed Crocker Unrestricted Fund, Leo M. and Alice J. Rutten Fund and The Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation Broward Community Fund. Additional funding is provided, in part, by Broward County Board of County Commissioners as recommended by the Broward County Cultural Council and Visit Lauderdale.
History Fort Lauderdale is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. with docent guided tours, daily, at 1, 2 and 3 p.m. Group walking tours are available upon special request. Admission is $15 for adults; $12 for seniors and $7 for students (through age 22 with a valid student ID). Admission is free for members, military and children ages six and under. Tickets are available online at HistoryFortLauderdaleTickets.
For more information about “Paradise Under Palmettos” at History Fort Lauderdale, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit us online at historyfortlauderdale.org.
For more information about History Fort Lauderdale, please call (954) 463-4431 or visit us online at historyfortlauderdale.org. Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/ftlhistory, on Instagram @ftlhistory and on Twitter @FTLHistory. Subscribe to us on YouTube at youtube.com/user/FTLhistory.
The Miami Takeover Will Celebrate HBCU Alumni at The Miami Nights All-White Party This Summer at The Urban Miami
Friday, 07/25/2025-07/25/2025, 09:00 pm-02:00 am
The Urban
1000 NW 2nd Ave,
Miami, Florida, 33136
Buy Tickets
Cost: $39
VENUE: The Urban
ADDRESS: 1000 NW 2nd Ave., Miami, FL 33136
TIME: 9PM – 2AM
DATE: Friday, July 25, 2025
TICKETS ON SALE ($39-$50): https://www.eventbrite.com/e/friday-night-live-miami-nights-in-white-tickets-1338141901449?aff=odcleoeventsincollection (Use code MTO2025 at checkout for discount)
DRESS ATTIRE: All-White Ensembles
Join The Miami Takeover in collaboration with No Sleep South Beach on Friday, July 25th, 2025 from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. with an energizing Miami nightlife experience at The Urban located in the heart of historic Overtown Miami (1000 NW 2nd Ave., Miami, FL 33136). HBCU grads, Black professionals, cultural tastemakers and fashionista alike are coming together to experience immaculate vibes at this expansive indoor & outdoor venue that can hold up to 2,000 attendees. A vibrant live DJ set featuring the best hip-hop, R&B, go-go music, and afro-beats will be in rotation as new and old friends enjoy cocktails and a lively nightlife experience. Having garnered a reputation for hosting some of Miami’s most iconic global nightlife events during Art Basel and Swim Week with top A-List celebrities like Monica, Teyana Taylor, Trina and more, The Urban is known for bringing together Miami’s beautiful ladies and gentlemen for an unforgettable night celebrating culture, music, art and HBCU’s. Attendees have access to numerous bars, on-site food trucks, bottle & table service, hookah specials and premium cocktails.
Use promo code “MTO2025” for an exclusive discount on tickets on Eventbrite.com.
TICKET GIVEAWAY: Follow @TheMiamiTakeover on Instagram, post this event graphic & ticket link on your Instagram Stories and tag @SavoryPR & @TheMiamiTakeover for the chance to win a VIP Ticket package to The Miami Takeover’s four-day festival!
Visit www.themiamitakeover.com/weekendevents for all event listings, details and tickets.
ABOUT THE MIAMI TAKEOVER
The Miami Takeover (MTO) is an event production and travel destination company based in Washington D.C. known for hosting energizing Black cultural and entertainment events across the U.S. The company’s signature event series, The Miami Takeover, is celebrating its 17th Annual Miami Takeover this summer featuring an exhilarating four-day event series this summer on Miami Beach from July 24-27, 2025. Black travelers, culture tastemakers and music lovers alike can visit Miami Beach to attend the Miami Takeover this summer and enjoy a relaxing luxurious vacation experience with a beachfront art deco hotel stay at the iconic Marsellis Hotel and Z Ocean Hotel with MTO exclusive travel packages. Returning to South Beach even bigger and better by fusing culture, music, art, nightlife and community service, MTO will deliver one of the most talked about Black event series in the country. Led by three creative HBCU-educated entrepreneurs from Washington D.C., Antwoine McCoy, Wylie Kynard and Vincent Peden, the company’s mission is to offer one united and authentic sound and experience backed by the rich culture of Chocolate City. To learn more about the 17th Annual Miami Takeover’s four-day signature weekend series, please visit https://www.themiamitakeover.com for exclusive travel packages and event tickets. For company news and event updates, follow the brand on Instagram @Themiamitakeover and Facebook.
MEDIA CONTACT
Savory PR | Samantha@Savory-PR.com
Dante Vargas at Arts Garage
Friday, 07/25/2025-, 08:00 pm-
Arts Garage
94 NE 2nd Ave,
Delray Beach, Florida, 33444
Website
Cost: 50-55
It was the year 1972 when DANTE VARGAS was born in Trujillo, Peru. Since then and up to today, he has made a generous contribution to the global music scene as a trumpeter, in genres such as tropical, pop, jazz, but especially in the genre of salsa. His interest in music and trumpet playing began in his homeland and grew as he worked in various other places, such as Colombia, where he played an important role in the most successful tropical and salsa orchestras of that country. After traveling the world with his music, he decided to make the city of Miami the strategic point of his successful career as a producer, arranger, and musician. Thanks to his interpretive quality with this wonderful instrument, he has stood out and positioned himself among the top trumpeters in the highly demanding market, performing alongside world-famous artists such as Marc Anthony, Shakira, Cristian Castro, Carlos Vives, Daddy Yankee, Sergio George, Sin Banderas, Alejandro Sanz, in the musical “Selena Vive,” Kumbia All Stars, Oscar De Leon, Olga Tañón, Andy Montañez, Tito Nieves, Luis Fonsi, Obie Bermudez, India, Dyango, Paty Manterola, Mocedades, Palito Ortega, Charlie Cruz, Frankie Negrón, Kiuldret, Arthur Hanlon, Lefty Pérez, Rey Ruiz, Maelo Ruiz, and many more. His work has earned him several Grammy awards, both Anglo and Latin.
Currently, in addition to continuing to produce, record, and perform with various artists, DANTE has put all his experience and talent into a new project that is making an impact due to its quality and universality. He is accompanied by the beautiful voice and unmistakable style of his daughter VAL, who inherited the same talent as her father and is gradually making a name for herself as a rising star in the current music market. Her voice is making a significant contribution to the incredible success of this project.
South Florida Symphony Orchestra’s Summer Chamber Music Series – Bach & Dvořák
Friday, 07/25/2025-, 07:30 pm-10:00 pm
Center for Spiritual Living Fort Lauderdale
4849 N Dixie Hwy,
Oakland Park, Florida, 33334
Website
Cost: 35
Summer shimmers with musical delight as South Florida Symphony Orchestra’s (SFSO) beloved Summer with the Symphony chamber music series returns to enchant and inspire. These intimate evening concerts bring soul-stirring performances to inviting, candlelit venues full of charm in Fort Lauderdale and Miami. After the concerts, enjoy special meet-and-greet opportunities with the musicians.
July’s program, “The Titans,” pairs two monumental works that showcase the brilliance and depth of chamber music. Bach’s dramatic Keyboard Concerto in D minor pulses with rhythmic intensity, while Dvořák’s vibrant String Quintet No. 2 brings folkloric flair and lush harmonies to the summer stage. Musicians Huifang Chen (1st violin), Erika Venable (2nd violin), Brandon Wu (viola), Claudio Jaffe (cello), Amy Nickler (bass), and Catherine Lan (piano) will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, July 25, at the Center for Spiritual Living Fort Lauderdale.
From sold-out masterworks performances to accompanying today’s musicians such as Natalie
Merchant and performing modern musical scores, South Florida’s largest symphonic orchestra
is continuing its journey of excellence inspiring audiences of all ages and musical genres. This
season’s popular collaborations included performances of ARRIVAL From Sweden: The
Music of ABBA, Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas, and the upcoming Back to the Future featuring the iconic film screened live with audio and musical accompaniment.
The series is presented under the artistic direction of Sebrina María Alfonso, music director of South Florida Symphony Orchestra and curated by SFSO pianist Catherine Lan. Summer with the Symphony 2025 is presented with the support of Holy Cross Health, Robert Smith, City of Coral Gables and OutClique (Media Sponsor).
General admission tickets for each program are $35. Student tickets are 50% off ($17.50 each). Tickets are available to purchase by calling (954) 522-8445 or by visiting southfloridasymphony.org/summer-with-the-symphony.
For additional information, visit southfloridasymphony.org/summer-with-the-symphony, call (954) 522-8445 or email info@southfloridasymphony.org.
The Museum of Discovery and Science Presents Sea Turtle Beach Walks
Friday, 06/13/2025-, 08:00 pm-09:00 pm
The Museum of Discovery and Science Presents Sea Turtle Beach Walks
1700 South Ocean Lane,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33316
Website
Cost: Members: $35 per person (adult or child, age 9+), Non-members: $40 per person (adult or child, age 9+), Participants must be at least 9 years old.
Join MODS for an evening adventure, on select nights in June and July, at partner Lago Mar Beach Resort & Club (1700 South Ocean Lane), for a fascinating sea turtle presentation followed by a guided walk to the beach to search for nesting loggerhead sea turtles. While sightings aren’t guaranteed, witnessing a nesting loggerhead sea turtle is a breathtaking experience you won’t forget!
The loggerhead turtle, so named for its large head, is the most abundant species of sea turtle that nests in the United States. Juvenile and adult loggerheads live in U.S. coastal waters, but many adults that nest on U.S. beaches migrate from neighboring nations like the Bahamas, Cuba, and Mexico. Loggerheads can live to be up to 80 years old!
For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.
Scientastic Summer Camp STEAMology at Museum of Discovery and Science
Monday, 06/09/2025-, 09:00 am-03:30 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33313
Website
Cost: Museum members: $300 per week Non-members: $350 per week Aftercare tuition starts at $55 per child for weekly camps. Multi-child discount – save $10 off the total by using code “10off” at check out. Pre-registration is required.
Children ages 5 – 10 can enjoy a SCIENTASTIC SUMMER STEM experience at MODS’ summer camp program, presented by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. At Camp STEAMology, campers will enjoy interactive exploration and hands-on learning opportunities in the coolest camp environment, including a weekly IMAX immersion.
From June 9 – August 8, select your Camp STEAMology adventure…better yet, explore them ALL!
Children ages 5 – 10 can choose from the following exciting themes:
• Space Exploration with NASA (June 9 – 13)
• Expedition: Dinosaur! (June 16 – 20)
• Magical Camp Witches and Wizards (June 23 – 27)
• STEM: Water Play (June 30 – July 3)
• Padawan Academy (July 7 – 11)
• Animal Adventures (July 14 – 18)
• Messy Matter (July 21 – 25)
• LEGO Creation Explosion (July 28 – August 1)
• Enchanted Forests: Myths and Legends (August 4 – 8)
Plus, uncover the mysteries of Earth’s greatest transformation on an epic journey through final days of the dinosaurs during Expedition: Dinosaur – Rise of the Mammals! This captivating traveling exhibit takes you through the moments before, during and after the extinction event that ended the age of the dinosaurs. Guests will marvel at life-size animatronic dinosaurs and mammals, complete with realistic movements and sounds, and delve into fascinating educational and interactive hands-on activities including cutting-edge paleontology experiences as they journey through extinction, evolution and resilience. Developed by Stage Nine Exhibits and locally sponsored by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, the exhibit runs through September 1, 2025.
South Florida’s award-winning attraction features 150,000 square feet of dynamic science exhibits, an outdoor science park, a live animal collection, a rotating schedule of science shows, learning labs, café, store and a grand atrium featuring the Great Gravity Clock, a 52-foot-tall kinetic energy sculpture; the largest clock in Florida. The showpiece of the museum since 1993, this unique timepiece is one of only three in the world.
Camp STEAMology weekly camps cost $300 for Museum members and $350 for non-members. Aftercare tuition is $50 per child for the four-day camp and $55 per child for weekly camps. For a multi-child discount, save $10 off the total by using code “10off” at check out. Registration is required at https://mods.org/camp.
For more information, visit mods.org or call (954) 467-MODS (6637). Like us and follow us on social media at Facebook: facebook.com/modsftl, Twitter: twitter.com/modsftl and Instagram: instagram.com/modsftl.
The 17th Annual Miami Takeover is Returning to Miami Beach This Summer, Celebrating Culture, Go-Go Music, Art and Community
Friday, 07/25/2025-07/28/2025, 09:00 am-09:00 pm
Miami Beach
1437 Collins Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Website
Cost:
The Miami Takeover (MTO) is excited to announce it is returning to Miami Beach this Summer from July 25-28, 2025 with an exhilarating three-day cultural event schedule that celebrates Black culture, art, community and Go-Go music as it partners with the Greater Miami Conventions and Visitors Bureau (GMCVB), as an official event of the Art of Black Miami event series, and the Miami Beach Visitors and Convention Authority (MBVCA).
Founded and led by three HBCU-educated Black professionals and entrepreneurs from the Washington D.C. area— Wylie Kynard, Antwoine McCoy and Vincent Peden—the event production and travel company has developed a niche curating events that cater to HBCU graduates, Black professionals and cultural tastemakers who appreciate authentic culture, art, music, and community. “We’re excited to bring everyone together this summer while celebrating Go-Go music’s 50th anniversary with our main event— The Art of Go-Go Culture Fest— while receiving support from the GMCVB and MBVCA,” said Vincent Peden, partner at The Miami Takeover LLC.
MTO will bring together Miami and Washington D.C.’s most iconic Caribbean, rap and Go-Go music artists at the Art of Go-Go Fest, which is the main event happening on Miami Beach on Saturday, July 26, 2025. “Miami Beach and the greater Miami-Dade County region including the Opa Locka/Bunch Park community is where my grandparents raised my father and his six siblings, so Miami holds a special place in my heart. That combined with my educational foundation at Florida A&M University and upbringing in the DMV area, I am excited to continue the Miami Takeover’s cultural legacy supporting the communities that had a direct influence on my existence and upbringing,” said Antwoine McCoy, partner at The Miami Takeover LLC.
Additionally, MTO is proud to collaborate with the Miami Beach Black Advisory Board (BAAB) to collaboratively advance the social, economic, political and educational needs of the diverse Black World Community throughout Miami-Dade County, while enhancing the quality of life for residents in a dedicated and responsive manner. “Everything goes back to Florida A&M University and our alma mater’s motto: Excellence with Caring. This continues to be our overarching guiding principle, emphasizing academic or professional achievement with a commitment to the well-being of the community,” said Wylie Kynard, partner at The Miami Takeover LLC.
Official Miami Takeover Event Lineup
THURSDAY | July 24, 2025
Comedy & Vibes | 7PM – 10PM | Featuring Miami’s very own Larry Dogg Band in downtown Miami at the Hardrock Cafe Bayside | 401 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL
Afterparty | 10 p.m. – 2 a.m. | Join the Miami Takeover in downtown Miami at the Hardrock Cafe in Bayside | 401 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL
FRIDAY | July 25, 2025
Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures Community Service Kickoff Event | 9AM – 11 AM | MTO is proud to partner with Colgate and the Miami Beach Police Athletic League, Inc. for this fourth annual dental screening and cleaning event that will provide no-cost dental screenings and proper tooth brushing technique tutorials to over 100 children under the age of 12. Hosted on Miami Beach honoring fallen Miami Beach Officer Arthur Martineau, MTO along with local officials and guests will utilize this event to remember Martineau’s service to the community for 34 years. Learn more about how to register for this event by emailing smiles@themiamitakeover.com.
Miami Meet & Greet Splashdown | 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. | Upon check-in at the iconic Z Ocean Hotel located on South Beach at 1437 Collins Drive, guests will get to mingle with fellow attendees in town for the Miami Takeover at the hotel’s illustrious poolside and enjoy happy hour food & drink specials, vibrant music, games, captivating art and social networking. Tickets available online.
Miami Nights in White (All White Party Event) | 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. | Hosted at The Urban located in Overtown Miami at 1000 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33136, this popular outdoor nightlife venue space offers VIP sections, interactive board games and a sprawling dance floor to enjoy a memorable nightlife experience featuring hip hop, R&B, go-go music and afrobeats. Guests can also enjoy drink specials and the region’s tastiest Caribbean, Latin and soul food trucks that are open until late. Tickets available for purchase online. 21+ event. This lustrous outdoor venue can comfortably host up to 2,000 attendees and will provide HBCU happy hour specials.
Saturday | July 26, 2025
Art of GoGo Culture Fest Presented by Miami Takeover (MAIN EVENT) at the Miami Beach Bandshell located at 7275 Collins Ave on Miami Beach from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. featuring a live musical performance from the legendary Junkyard Band, Marcus Blake, Top5, Rod Royal, Demont Pinder, and the Black Passion Band. Guests will also enjoy interactive art installations, immaculate vibes, and an entertaining cultural experience with access to delicious drinks and food. Tickets available for purchase online. 21+ event.
Can We Talk: The All Black R&B Party | 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. | Club M2 located on South Beach at 1235 Washington Ave. Hosted in collaboration with No Sleep South Beach, guests are encouraged to dress in their best all-black ensembles and get ready to vibe to the very best R&B playlist. Tickets available for purchase online. 21+ event.
Sunday | July 27, 2025
Miami Takeover Community Service Beach Sweep | 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. | Grab your friends and join the Miami Takeover to back to the local environment by participating in this beach clean involving picking up debris and plastic along Miami Beach beginning at the Marseilles Hotel (1741 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL)l. RSVP online
Splash Daytime Pool Party | 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. | Wind down, relax and commerce your Miami Takeover vacation experience at The Backyard Pool Club located at the Marseilles Beachfront Hotel (1741 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL). Tickets available for purchase online. Lifestyle photos of the Backyard Pool Club & Marseilles Hotel
All events are 21+. Early bird discounts are available for a limited time with promo code “MTO2025” at checkout. Tickets and additional information are available online at www.themiamitakeover.com.
ABOUT THE MIAMI TAKEOVER (MTO)
The Miami Takeover (MTO) is an event production company based in Washington D.C. known for hosting energizing Black cultural and entertainment events across the U.S. The company’s signature event series, The Miami Takeover. Celebrating its 17th year of hosting this three-day event series on Miami Beach, MTO will continue to make the annual summer series bigger and better by fusing culture, music, art, nightlife and community service delivering one of the most talked about event series in the country. Led by three creative Black, HBCU-educated entrepreneurs from the Washington D.C.area, Antwoine McCoy, Wylie Kynard and Vincent Peden, the company’s mission is to offer one united and authentic sound and experience backed by the rich culture of Chocolate City to thousands of attendees who fly into Miami to celebrate a mid-year homecoming-style summer vacation. To learn more about the 17th Annual Miami Takeover’s three-day signature weekend, which is taking place this Summer on Miami Beach from July 25th – 28th, 2025 amidst the beautiful backdrop of tropical palm trees and sun-filled expansive beaches, please visit https://www.themiamitakeover.com for exclusive hotel travel packages and event tickets. For company news and event updates, follow the brand on Instagram and Tik-Tok @Themiamitakeover and Facebook.
The 17th Annual Miami Takeover is Returning to Miami Beach This Summer, Celebrating Culture, Go-Go Music, Art and Community
Friday, 07/25/2025-07/28/2025, 09:00 am-09:00 pm
Miami Beach
1437 Collins Avenue,
Miami Beach, Florida, 33139
Website
Cost:
The Miami Takeover (MTO) is excited to announce it is returning to Miami Beach this Summer from July 25-28, 2025 with an exhilarating three-day cultural event schedule that celebrates Black culture, art, community and Go-Go music as it partners with the Greater Miami Conventions and Visitors Bureau (GMCVB), as an official event of the Art of Black Miami event series, and the Miami Beach Visitors and Convention Authority (MBVCA).
Founded and led by three HBCU-educated Black professionals and entrepreneurs from the Washington D.C. area— Wylie Kynard, Antwoine McCoy and Vincent Peden—the event production and travel company has developed a niche curating events that cater to HBCU graduates, Black professionals and cultural tastemakers who appreciate authentic culture, art, music, and community. “We’re excited to bring everyone together this summer while celebrating Go-Go music’s 50th anniversary with our main event— The Art of Go-Go Culture Fest— while receiving support from the GMCVB and MBVCA,” said Vincent Peden, partner at The Miami Takeover LLC.
MTO will bring together Miami and Washington D.C.’s most iconic Caribbean, rap and Go-Go music artists at the Art of Go-Go Fest, which is the main event happening on Miami Beach on Saturday, July 26, 2025. “Miami Beach and the greater Miami-Dade County region including the Opa Locka/Bunch Park community is where my grandparents raised my father and his six siblings, so Miami holds a special place in my heart. That combined with my educational foundation at Florida A&M University and upbringing in the DMV area, I am excited to continue the Miami Takeover’s cultural legacy supporting the communities that had a direct influence on my existence and upbringing,” said Antwoine McCoy, partner at The Miami Takeover LLC.
Additionally, MTO is proud to collaborate with the Miami Beach Black Advisory Board (BAAB) to collaboratively advance the social, economic, political and educational needs of the diverse Black World Community throughout Miami-Dade County, while enhancing the quality of life for residents in a dedicated and responsive manner. “Everything goes back to Florida A&M University and our alma mater’s motto: Excellence with Caring. This continues to be our overarching guiding principle, emphasizing academic or professional achievement with a commitment to the well-being of the community,” said Wylie Kynard, partner at The Miami Takeover LLC.
Official Miami Takeover Event Lineup
THURSDAY | July 24, 2025
Comedy & Vibes | 7PM – 10PM | Featuring Miami’s very own Larry Dogg Band in downtown Miami at the Hardrock Cafe Bayside | 401 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL
Afterparty | 10 p.m. – 2 a.m. | Join the Miami Takeover in downtown Miami at the Hardrock Cafe in Bayside | 401 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL
FRIDAY | July 25, 2025
Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures Community Service Kickoff Event | 9AM – 11 AM | MTO is proud to partner with Colgate and the Miami Beach Police Athletic League, Inc. for this fourth annual dental screening and cleaning event that will provide no-cost dental screenings and proper tooth brushing technique tutorials to over 100 children under the age of 12. Hosted on Miami Beach honoring fallen Miami Beach Officer Arthur Martineau, MTO along with local officials and guests will utilize this event to remember Martineau’s service to the community for 34 years. Learn more about how to register for this event by emailing smiles@themiamitakeover.com.
Miami Meet & Greet Splashdown | 2 p.m. – 7 p.m. | Upon check-in at the iconic Z Ocean Hotel located on South Beach at 1437 Collins Drive, guests will get to mingle with fellow attendees in town for the Miami Takeover at the hotel’s illustrious poolside and enjoy happy hour food & drink specials, vibrant music, games, captivating art and social networking. Tickets available online.
Miami Nights in White (All White Party Event) | 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. | Hosted at The Urban located in Overtown Miami at 1000 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33136, this popular outdoor nightlife venue space offers VIP sections, interactive board games and a sprawling dance floor to enjoy a memorable nightlife experience featuring hip hop, R&B, go-go music and afrobeats. Guests can also enjoy drink specials and the region’s tastiest Caribbean, Latin and soul food trucks that are open until late. Tickets available for purchase online. 21+ event. This lustrous outdoor venue can comfortably host up to 2,000 attendees and will provide HBCU happy hour specials.
Saturday | July 26, 2025
Art of GoGo Culture Fest Presented by Miami Takeover (MAIN EVENT) at the Miami Beach Bandshell located at 7275 Collins Ave on Miami Beach from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. featuring a live musical performance from the legendary Junkyard Band, Marcus Blake, Top5, Rod Royal, Demont Pinder, and the Black Passion Band. Guests will also enjoy interactive art installations, immaculate vibes, and an entertaining cultural experience with access to delicious drinks and food. Tickets available for purchase online. 21+ event.
Can We Talk: The All Black R&B Party | 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. | Club M2 located on South Beach at 1235 Washington Ave. Hosted in collaboration with No Sleep South Beach, guests are encouraged to dress in their best all-black ensembles and get ready to vibe to the very best R&B playlist. Tickets available for purchase online. 21+ event.
Sunday | July 27, 2025
Miami Takeover Community Service Beach Sweep | 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. | Grab your friends and join the Miami Takeover to back to the local environment by participating in this beach clean involving picking up debris and plastic along Miami Beach beginning at the Marseilles Hotel (1741 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL)l. RSVP online
Splash Daytime Pool Party | 3 p.m. – 9 p.m. | Wind down, relax and commerce your Miami Takeover vacation experience at The Backyard Pool Club located at the Marseilles Beachfront Hotel (1741 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL). Tickets available for purchase online. Lifestyle photos of the Backyard Pool Club & Marseilles Hotel
All events are 21+. Early bird discounts are available for a limited time with promo code “MTO2025” at checkout. Tickets and additional information are available online at www.themiamitakeover.com.
ABOUT THE MIAMI TAKEOVER (MTO)
The Miami Takeover (MTO) is an event production company based in Washington D.C. known for hosting energizing Black cultural and entertainment events across the U.S. The company’s signature event series, The Miami Takeover. Celebrating its 17th year of hosting this three-day event series on Miami Beach, MTO will continue to make the annual summer series bigger and better by fusing culture, music, art, nightlife and community service delivering one of the most talked about event series in the country. Led by three creative Black, HBCU-educated entrepreneurs from the Washington D.C.area, Antwoine McCoy, Wylie Kynard and Vincent Peden, the company’s mission is to offer one united and authentic sound and experience backed by the rich culture of Chocolate City to thousands of attendees who fly into Miami to celebrate a mid-year homecoming-style summer vacation. To learn more about the 17th Annual Miami Takeover’s three-day signature weekend, which is taking place this Summer on Miami Beach from July 25th – 28th, 2025 amidst the beautiful backdrop of tropical palm trees and sun-filled expansive beaches, please visit https://www.themiamitakeover.com for exclusive hotel travel packages and event tickets. For company news and event updates, follow the brand on Instagram and Tik-Tok @Themiamitakeover and Facebook.
ArtServe’s Walk the Runway: Showcasing Local Fashion Designers Reception
Friday, 07/25/2025-, 05:30 pm-08:30 pm
ArtServe
1350 East Sunrise Boulevard,
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, 33304
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Cost: Free
The fashion-forward exhibition, Walk the Runway: Showcasing Local Fashion Designers, will highlight the creativity and craftsmanship of South Florida’s local fashion designers. The exhibition will run from July 18 through September 19, 2025, with a focus on homegrown clothing and accessories. “Walk the Runway” celebrates the diverse fashion landscape of the region and its influence on global trends. A free public reception will take place on July 25 from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Disney’s Tarzan
Thursday, 07/17/2025-08/03/2025, 02:00 pm-07:00 pm
Area Stage Black Box Theater
5701 Sunset Drive, Ste 286,
South Miami, Florida, 33143
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Cost: $50-$120
From the theatre company that brought you critically-acclaimed immersive productions Beauty and the Beast and The Little Mermaid comes a bold new theatrical adventure…
Step into the world of Tarzan, a reimagined Disney classic directed by Giancarlo Rodaz and staged as a fully immersive experience. Featuring Tony-nominated music by Phil Collins, this production brings audiences right in the middle of the action as the story of Tarzan and Jane unfolds all around.
This summer, relive the legend of Tarzan with Area Stage.
July 17- August 3, 2025
Showtimes: Thu 2pm, Fri 7pm, Sat 2pm & 7pm, Sun 2pm & 7pm
Expedition: Dinosaur – Rise of the Mammals at Museum of Discovery and Science
Sunday, 05/23/2025-09/01/2025, 10:00 am-05:00 pm
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd St,
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33313
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Cost: Included with Museum Admission: MODS Members and children under 1 – Free; Florida Residents Discovery Pass: Child (1-12) – $19; Adults $25; Military $22; Senior (65+) $23 Non-Members Discovery Pass: Child (1-12) $23; Adult $28; Military $25; Senior (65+) $26
Uncover the mysteries of Earth’s greatest transformation on an epic journey through the final days of the dinosaurs when Expedition: Dinosaur – Rise of the Mammals, presented by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, roars to life at the Museum of Discovery and Science (MODS) on May 23! This captivating traveling exhibit kicks off MODS’ Summer of Dinosaurs, a larger-than-life celebration filled with prehistoric adventures, hands-on discovery and dino-sized fun for the whole family. The exhibit runs through September 1, 2025.
Guests can expect to be awed as they encounter 12 gigantic animatronic dinosaurs and mammals including the mighty T.Rex, the armored Ankylosaurus and the curious Anzu brought to life with jaw-dropping movements and sounds. Guests can excavate fossils, create dinosaurs at the art spinner and test their skills in the Dino Operation Game. They can also dive into a 3D topography sandbox, scan fossils and explore a paleontologist’s field tent to uncover prehistoric secrets. Plus, guests can snap a selfie inside the mouth of a full-size T.Rex skull replica.
Adding to MODS’ Summer of Dinosaurs is the new, revolutionary HoloTheater, set to debut Dinosaur Discoveries: A Holographic Adventure, a stunning visual journey through 140 years of paleontology that brings dinosaurs to life in jaw-dropping fashion. This dynamic and immersive storytelling attraction, the first of its kind on the East Coast of the United States, uses three-dimensional holographic technology, precise laser-projection and video mapping to bring audiences up close and personal to life-size dinosaurs. Developed by BASE Xperiential, producers of mixed-media and live holographic entertainment and brought to market in partnership with MacGillivray Freeman Films (MFF), the world’s foremost independent producer and distributor of giant-screen films, the HoloTheater redefines museum storytelling offering an interactive learning experience that blends advanced holographic projection, panoramic visuals and spatial audio to engage and inspire guests of all ages.
Expedition: Dinosaur – Rise of the Mammals is included with admission to MODS.
For more information about the exhibit, visit mods.org/expeditiondinosaur.
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