For better or worse, Art Basel Miami Beach has become an annual rite of passage for locals and anyone brave enough to visit during the massive art bacchanal. The Switzerland-born international art fair has spawned dozens of satellite fairs and inspired countless exhibitions, over-the-top parties, experiential dining and major music events since landing in Miami Beach more than two decades ago.
Collectively, we call it Miami Art Week, and it’s a whirlwind of amazing people-watching and incredible culture if you’re down for the challenge of navigating it all (not to mention the traffic). But consider us your in-the-know friends. Now that Art Basel is knocking on our door yet again, bringing the world’s best art to our sunny shores, we’re breaking down everything you need to know before you go, from tickets to events and must-see shows.
What dates are Art Basel Miami 2024?
Art Basel Miami Beach is open to the public from Friday, December 6 to Sunday, December 8, 2024 at the Miami Beach Convention Center. The umbrella of fairs, parties and events known as Miami Art Week began on December 2 and runs through the weekend, so you can find something fun and artsy to do every single day this week.
How much is Art Basel Miami?
If you’re determined to attend the fair that started it all, Art Basel Miami Beach, you’ll have to purchase tickets. A single-day ticket for one person costs $85, with entry times available every hour between noon and 4pm until fully booked. First Access tickets, which grant single-day admission for one person from 11am onward, cost $120. Miami Beach residents, senior citizens and veterans can take advantage of $65 reduced-price, single-day admission. Single-day admission for one child age 12 or less costs $10. Additional ticket tiers, including VIP and multi-day options, are also available. Tickets can currently be purchased online.
Events and exhibits
Beyond the main event, Art Week is jam-packed with all manner of art parties and brand activations, live music and foodie-centric events. There’s literally something for everyone, including plenty of free events and public art installations. We’ve rounded up our favorite events during Art Basel 2024, and the list is extensive, so give it a read if you’re looking for something fun to do this week.
For even more art in Miami, we’ve also created an exhaustive guide to the best satellite art fairs happening around the city. Many of them are long-running staples (some just as long as Basel itself) and some are newer to the scene but still worth checking out. A few of them are even more interesting than Art Basel, in our humble opinion, and we make it a point to visit them every year. If you’re curious about what other fairs are on the menu this year, pop over to the guide here.
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