Events: August 14, 2026
Classic Albums Live (Guns N' Roses - Appetite for Destruction)
Friday, Aug 14, 2026 at 8:00 PM - English
Relive one of rock's most explosive debut albums as Classic Albums Live performs Guns N' Roses' Appetite for Destruction note for note, cut for cut. Featuring iconic hits like "Welcome to the Jungle," "Sweet Child O' Mine," and "Paradise City," this high-energy concert captures the raw power, gritty attitude, and outrageous sound that transformed rock music in the late 1980s. Performed with the precision and passion that Classic Albums Live is known for, this electrifying performance brings one of the greatest rock albums of all time to life on stage.
Location
Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center
10950 SW 211 Street,
Cutler Bay,
FL
33189
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Live Jazz at The Betsy August 2026
Friday, Aug 14, 2026 various times - English
Join us for some smooth live jazz vibes at The Betsy - every night is a night to remember!
The Betsy's legendary arts program live jazz, poetry readings, art exhibits, and more is a mainstay of a more refined side of South Beach. See who's playing next at The Piano Bar at The Betsy.
Experience the longest-running live music series on Miami Beach - 7 days a week, 9 times a week. No Cover. No Minimum. Come at your leisure for drinks in the Lobby.
Book at table for dinner or brunch on Resy.
- Sundays through Thursdays, 6PM to 11PM
- Fridays and Saturdays, 6PM to Midnight
- Saturdays and Sundays 11AM to 4PM for Jazz Brunch
See Our Full Performance Line-up at Website.
Location
The Betsy South Beach
1440 Ocean Drive,
Miami Beach,
AK
33139
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SOUP The Musical
Friday, Aug 14, 2026 at 7:00 PM - English
SOUP The Musical is a celebration of friendship, survival, food, and the Miami community that helped turn one extraordinary relationship into a lasting local legacy.
World Premier of the musical Soup brings the inspiring story behind Miamis beloved restaurant Hy Vong to the stage. Based on the memoir Mango & Peppercorns which tells the true story of Tung Nguyen and Kathy Manning.
Long before Hy Vong became one of Miamis most beloved restaurants, it began with an unlikely friendship between two women whose lives were forever changed by war, then brought together through resilience, compassion, and hope.
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This August, their remarkable story takes the stage in SOUP The Musical, based on the memoir Mango & Peppercorns, which tells the true story of Tung Nguyen and Kathy Manning.
After arriving in Miami as a refugee from Vietnam, Tung found an unexpected home with Kathy. Together, they built a family, a future, and eventually Hy Vong, the intimate Vietnamese restaurant that became a treasured part of Miamis cultural and culinary history.
For generations of diners, Hy Vong was more than a restaurant. It was a place where meals unfolded slowly, strangers became friends, and every dish carried a story. Tung and Kathy became beloved figures in the community, known as much for their warmth, personalities, and unforgettable partnership as for the food they served.
Though inspired by real people and real events, SOUP The Musical tells a universal story about finding home, building family, and discovering that the strongest bonds are often formed around a shared table.
Through an original score filled with humor, heartache, hope, and joy, SOUP The Musical celebrates the resilience of the human spirit while honoring the rich cultural fabric that has shaped Miami.
Produced by The Mandelstam Theater, the world premiere runs August 14 through August 23, 2026.
The musical features an original score and lyrics by award-winning Miami composer, recording artist, and singer-songwriter Jim Camacho. Known for his distinctive storytelling and a career spanning albums, film, television, and theater, Camacho is the composer of the South Florida holiday tradition Mouse King. His score for SOUP The Musical captures the humor, humanity, and emotional depth of Tung and Kathy's journey while celebrating the energy and character of Miami itself.
This is an immigrant story, but more than that, it's an American story. It's about someone who loses everything, leaves a war torn country with little more than hope, and through hard work, determination, and the kindness of others builds a new life. Along the way, she shares the flavors, traditions, and recipes of her homeland, creating a restaurant that brings people from every background together around the same table, Jim Camacho shares. Hy Vong became more than a restaurant. It became a place where cultures met, friendships were formed, and a community grew. I hope audiences leave inspired by the courage it takes to start over, the compassion that makes that possible, and the belief that the American dream is still alive for those willing to strive for it.
The book is written by Gil Kaufman, who also directs the production. The creative team includes choreographer Stefanie Roos and musical director John Camacho.
PLEASE NOTE: Saturday August 15 and August 22 offers a 1:00 PM show time
Location
The Mandelstam Theater
8530 SW 57th Avenue,
South Miami,
FL
33143
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Abstraction as Legacy
Friday, Aug 14, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM - English
Part document, part subjective storytelling, visual art illustrates and offers nuance to significant moments in U.S. history. From portraits of well-known leaders to history paintings that speak to the sacrifice and strength of the American people, the power of paint to render subjects remains unquestionable.
The act of painting can also make history. Through hard edges and expressive forms, American artists re-imagined painting and used abstraction as a mechanism to consider the human body, natural environs, architecture, emotion, and an economy of line.
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This exhibition is not meant to be exhaustive but intended to highlight the breadth of painterly abstraction in the United States. Following the 1950s, it became clear that the art world turned to the U.S. for ingenuity and boundary-breaking abstract art forms. From trends that arose in Havana and made it to the U.S. through exile to experiments developed in New York and Los Angeles, the legacy of American abstraction evolves as rich and varied. The featured artists include Young-Il Ahn, Sam Gilliam, Carmen Herrera, Hans Hofmann, Virginia Jaramillo, Lloyd Kiva New, William de Kooning, George Morrison, Noemi Ruiz, Zilia Sanchez, and Vaughn Spann.
On July 4, 2026, the U.S. commemorates and celebrates the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. This historic milestone offers an opportunity to pause and reflect on this nation's past, honor the contributions of Americans, and to look ahead toward the future we aspire to create for the next generation and beyond. The legacy of painterly abstraction in the U.S. offers a distinctive way to celebrate the creativity and innovation that defines the American spirit.
Location
Freedom Tower
600 Biscayne Boulevard,
Miami,
FL
33132
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The Fabric of Me
Friday, Aug 14, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM - English
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The Contemporary Art Modern Project is elated to announce a special summer exhibition in collaboration with Aurora Molina and her students at Play Studio Artelier. At Play Studio Artelier, they believe every child is an artist with a unique voice. Under the guidance of artist and educator Aurora Molina, her students are invited to explore contemporary art through curiosity, experimentation, and the transformative language of fiber.
The portraits presented in this exhibition are more than representations of facesthey are expressions of identity, observation, and imagination. Through weaving, stitching, and textile-based techniques, each young artist discovered how thread can become a medium for storytelling, connection, and creative confidence.
We are honored to present these works at The CAMP Gallery, celebrating the creativity of our young artists and reaffirming our belief that when children are given the opportunity to create with intention, their voices become an essential part of our cultural conversation. At Play Studio Artelier, we see art not only as a means of making, but as a way of thinking, connecting, and shaping the future.
Location
The Contemporary Art Modern Project (The CAMP Gall
791-793 NE 125th St,
Miami,
FL
33161
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Luis Manuel Otero Alcantara: nos encontramos
Friday, Aug 14, 2026 from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM - English
Join the Museum of Art and Design for a special evening at the Freedom Tower with artist Luis Manuel Otero Alcantara.
The evening will begin with a live performance, followed by a conversation with Alcantara, a prominent Cuban dissident artist who recently arrived in Miami in July 2026 following five years as a political prisoner in Cuba.
He will be joined by film director Ernesto Fundora, whose recent documentary Luis Manuel Otero Alcantara: Estamos conectados, highlighted the artist's plight and his role as co-founder of the San Isidro Movement.
Recent works by the artist will be on view.
A reception in the Knight Skylight Gallery will follow the talk.
This event is free and open to the public.
Event attendees may park for free in the MDC garage at 500 NE Second Avenue, between NE Fifth and NE Sixth Streets.
The Museum of Art and Design (MOAD) at MDC may document the event, including its attendees. By entering the area, and/or participating in the event, you consent to the recording and its use in any form.
Location
Freedom Tower
600 Biscayne Boulevard,
Miami,
FL
33132
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Many Voices, One Nation: En Nuestras Palabras
Friday, Aug 14, 2026 from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM - English
In celebration of America's 250th anniversary, the Coral Gables Museum presents the world premiere of Many Voices, One Nation: En Nuestras Palabras is a landmark exhibition exploring how diverse communities across the United States have shaped, and continue to shape, the American story.
Developed by the Allapattah Collaborative CDC in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution and Florida Humanities, the exhibition weaves together Smithsonian-curated content with local historical photographs, art, artifacts, video testimonials, and oral histories. Visitors will encounter narratives of expansion, freedom, inclusion, equality, migration, and cultural negotiation drawing particular attention to the voices of Caribbean and Latin American immigrants whose stories are woven into the fabric of South Florida and the nation.
As the country marks 250 years of nationhood, this exhibition invites all Americans to reflect on what unity means when it is built from many languages, many origins, and many lived experiences.
Location
Coral Gables Museum
285 Aragon Avenue,
Coral Gables,
AK
33134
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ArtServe’s The Art of Language Exhibit
Friday, Aug 14, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM - English
This summer exhibition explores the rich intersection between visual art and language, highlighting the expressive beauty of the written word, storytelling, poetry, and other literary forms. A free opening reception will be held June 26 at 6 p.m.
Location
ArtServe, Inc.
1350 East Sunrise Boulevard,
Fort Lauderdale,
FL
33304
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