The best February events in Miami

MAMMA MIA! is touring in celebration of its 25th anniversary, bringing the sun-soaked charm of a Greek island paradise to the Arsht Center. This beloved musical, packed with ABBA’s greatest hits, is pure escapist joy. As a bride-to-be searches for her long-lost father, her mother’s past comes rushing back—along with three unexpected guests/possible dads. The result? A whirlwind of laughter, love and legendary songs like Dancing Queen and Super Trouper. This cultural phenomenon blends heartfelt storytelling with feel-good energy, making it impossible not to sing along and get swept off your feet.

One of the foundational productions in the peak era of the jukebox musical, this four-time Tony winner charts the historic rise and personal struggles of Frankie Valli & the Four Seasons through two decades of the vocal group’s pioneering explorations of four-part harmony. “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry” and “Walk Like a Man” are among the irrepressible earworms. Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre, 280 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables (305-444-9293, actorsplayhouse.org). Jan 22–Feb 23: 8pm Wed–Sat, 3pm Sun; $60–$70.

This long-running vintage market and community gathering has popped up in Normandy Isles and Virginia Key Beach Park over the years. Starting this fall, Trunk Town Market returns to its roots in Miami's historic MiMo district with a newly launched vintage fair every second Sunday at Legion Park through May 11. Under the shade of the park's ancient old oaks and Spanish moss, kick off your Sunday with live entertainment, vendors, food concession stands, antique gems, artisan wares and a friendly staff dedicated to building up the local community.

Laidback Wynwood watering hole Gramps keeps programming fresh and eclectic every day of the week. On Thursdays, the spotlight turns to some of Miami’s fiercest drag performers, from well-seasoned mainstays to emerging talent and more experimental characters. The well-attended weekly hosted by beloved bearded queen Karla Croqueta continues to turn out one of the city’s most consistently on-point live shows, drag or otherwise. Resident DJs Hottpants and Zehno keep the bodies moving in between sets.

Fresh from Broadway—where it won the 2024 Tony Award for Best Revival of a Play—Branden Jacobs-Jenkins’ searing dark comedy is set on a decaying plantation in the cicada-filled environs of Arkansas, where a family has gathered to quarrel over their departed patriarch’s inheritance. When an estranged brother appears unexpectedly, and buried relics resurface among the clutter, the already fractious reunion reaches a boiling point. GableStage, 1200 Anastasia Ave, Coral Gables (305-445-1119, gablestage.org). Jan 31–Feb 23; various show times; $25–$80.

Ailey II returns to the Adrienne Arsht Center for a one-night-only performance that promises to be nothing short of breathtaking. For more than 50 years, Ailey II has captivated audiences worldwide, blending the raw talent of early-career performers with the visionary work of today’s emerging choreographers. Under the leadership of artistic director Francesca Harper, the company continues to evolve while honoring Alvin Ailey’s legacy, pushing the boundaries of contemporary dance with fresh, innovative perspectives. This special performance will showcase a stunning repertoire featuring works by Ailey himself, alongside pieces by Houston Thomas and Harper. Don't miss this opportunity to witness the future of dance.

Jason Robert Brown’s sobering, fact-based musical explores the trial and wrongful sentencing of a Jewish factory owner in the racist, anti-Semitic Atlanta of 1913, for the unspeakable crime of raping and murdering a 13-year-old employee. In their handling of this pivotal case, Brown and his book writer, Alfred Uhry, unravel the ways in which stubborn prejudice clouds rational inquiry, through tunes both elegiac and trenchant. Slow Burn Theatre at Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW 5th Ave, Fort Lauderdale (954-462-0222). Feb 8–23: various show times; $72 and up.

A Pulitzer Prize and Tony winner upon its 1967 Broadway premiere, this hulking portrait of domestic dysfunction from playwright Edward Albee is considered among the undisputed masterpieces of the second half of the 20th century. A late middle-aged couple flees an indefinable sense of terror to cohabitate with their best friends, whose own problems, from divorce and alcoholism to potential infidelity, are all too tangible. Island City Stage, 2304 N Dixie Highway, Wilton Manors (954-928-9800). Jan 16–Feb 9: various show times; $48.

Those yearning for a little twang this season can get that itch scratched on February 23. Kelsea Ballerini, easily one of modern country music’s brightest stars, pops in at Hard Rock Live as part of her 2025 tour jaunt. In 2024, the Tennessee native gave us a new album, Patterns. Among our favorite of its chart-toppers is her collab with swooner and crooner Noah Kahan, dubbed “Cowboys Cry Too.” 

Kick off a new season of cheering on our Fightin' FishPlan with a free, family-friendly event ahead of Opening Day. On Saturday, February 8, fans can get acquainted with the next wave of Marlins players, explore the Marlins clubhouse and dugout, graze from the stadium’s food and beverage offerings and take in an epic fireworks show over the field. Kiddos can partake in a free clinic put on by the Marlins Youth Academy (5–8pm, register in advance). For the adults, an extra $25 will score you access to the on-site Beerfest in the left field patio, where you can sample 20 domestic, international and local craft brews from 5 to 7pm.