Art Basel Guide
December 3-8, 2013
This world-famous art fair features some of the best in modern and contemporary art from over 125 international galleries. Coming upon its 24th year, Art Miami is the longest running art fair in the city. Its longevity speaks for its significance, not only as one of the most important contemporary art fairs in the city, but in the United States. The VIP Preview is on Tuesday, December 3rd from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., and is open to Art Miami VIP cardholders and press. Fair hours are Wed, Thurs and Sat from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Fri from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sun from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. $20 one day (provides admission to Art Miami and CONTEXT Art Miami Fairs), $40 multi-day pass (provides admission to Art Miami, CONTEXT Art Miami and Aqua Miami Fairs), $10 Students 12-18 years and Seniors.
Midtown Miami | Wynwood
3101 NE 1st Avenue, Miami, FL 33137
http://www.art-miami.com
December 3-8, 2013
CONTEXT will take place in a 45,000 sq. ft. pavilion right next to the Art Miami pavilion. Year after year it has proven to be a vital destination for serious art collectors who want to acquire cutting edge works of art from leading international galleries. The Opening Night VIP preview (which is open to Art Miami VIP cardholders and press) benefits the Miami Art Museum, and takes place on Tuesday, December 3rd from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Fair hours are Wed, Thurs and Sat from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Fri from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sun from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. $25 one day (provides admission to Art Miami and CONTEXT Art Miami fairs), $60 multi-day pass (provides admission to Art Miami, CONTEXT Art Miami and Aqua Art Miami fairs), $10 Students 12-18 years and Seniors.
Midtown Miami | Wynwood
3101 NE 1st Avenue, Miami, FL 33137
http://www.contextartmiami.com/
December 3-8, 2013
Back for its second year, the Miami Project will showcase 65 modern and contemporary galleries in its setting in the heart of the Wynwood Arts District. There will be a preview on Tuesday, December 3rd from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. The fair continues on Wed from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thurs and Sat from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Fri from 11 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Sun from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. One day ticket $20, multi-day pass $35, preview ticket and multi-day pass $45.
NE 29th Street and NE 1st Avenue, Miami, FL 33137
http://www.miami-project.com/
December 3-8, 2013
Red Dot will offer a unique selection of 60 galleries exhibiting painting, sculpture, photography and fine-art objects. The opening reception, which takes place on Tuesday, December 3rd from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., will benefit Million Trees Miami. Fair hours are Wed from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Thurs – Sat from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sun from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Day pass $15, Opening Reception & Week Pass $25.
Wynwood Art District
3011 NE 1st Avenue (at NW 31st Street), Miami, FL 33137
http://www.reddotfair.com
December 3-8, 2013
SEVEN is back for its 4th year at Miami Art Week. With a focus on collaborative and exhibition-like presentation, SEVEN was inspired by the need for a more intimate way for interested parties and dealers to interact during art fairs. Fair hours are Tuesday from 1 p.m. to 8 p.m., Wed –Sat from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sun from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free.
Wynwood District
http://www.seven-miami.com/
December 3-8, 2013
Corner Buena Vista & Midtown Avenue, Miami, FL 33127
http://www.overtureartfair.com/
December 4-8, 2013
ART ASIA Miami is the premier international Asian art fair. Last year ART ASIA attracted over 35,000 visitors during its 6-day run. This fair showcases art from diverse Asian regions, with a focus on Near Eastern, Middle Eastern and South East Asia artists. The fair will run from Wednesday, December 4th until Sunday, December 8th.
December 4 – 8, 2013
The Brazil Art Fair is a place to showcase and provide opportunities for Brazilian galleries. The fair takes place in Midtown over a 5-day period, and will feature 40 Brazilian galleries. There will be a VIP preview on Tuesday, December 3rd. The fair will run from December 4th through the 8th.
N.W. 36th Street, Midtown Blvd, Miami, FL
http://www.brazilartfair.com
December 4-8, 2013
Design Miami brings together some of the world’s top designers, curators, collectors and critics from around the world to celebrate design culture and commerce. There will be a preview, which is by invitation only, on December 3rd.Fair hours are Wed from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Thurs – Sat from noon to 8 p.m., and Sun from noon to 6 p.m. General admission is $25, Students and Senior Citizens (with a valid ID) $15. Design Miami will provide a complimentary shuttle bus to transport passengers between Design Miami and several other Miami Art Fairs.
Miami Beach Convention Center P-Lot
Meridian Avenue and 19th Street, Miami Beach, FL
http://www.designmiami.com/
December 4-8, 2013
For those looking to purchase contemporary works on paper, look no further than INK Miami. Held during Art Basel Miami Beach, this small art fair offers unique prints and works on paper by world renowned artists. Admission is free. The fair opens with Desayuno Cubano!, a preview breakfast, on Wednesday, December 4th at 10 a.m., followed the next day by a party sponsored by XL Insurance celebrating INK Miami with complimentary hors d’oeuvres and music by DJ King Eulas from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Fair hours are Wed from 12 to 5 p.m., Thursday – Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission is free.
Suites of Dorchester Hotel
1850 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
1850 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139
December 4-8, 2013
SELECT FAIR is once again taking over the Catalina Hotel, turning every single of the 64 rooms into their own individual art galleries. Here you’ll have a wide range of different types of art to view, such as sculptures, paintings, photography and performance art. This will make for an exciting and dynamic event that you don’t want to miss. VIP preview is on the night of Wednesday, December 4th from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. The fair will be open to the public from Thursday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. General admission is $15, multi-day pass $20, Students and Seniors $5.
Catalina Hotel
1732 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
www.select-fair.com
December 4-8, 2013
SPECTRUM Miami is a contemporary art fair in the Wynwood Art District. Set to host 50 top publishing companies and galleries as well as 50 established, juried studio artists, this 5-day art fair will also feature entertainment, music, and other special events. SPECTRUM After Dark, the opening night preview, will take place on Wednesday, December 4th from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. The fair continues Thurs from noon to 8 p.m., Fri – Sat from noon to 9 p.m., and Sun from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $10.
3011 NE 1st Avenue at NE 31st St, Miami, FL 33137
http://spectrum-miami.com/
December 4-8, 2013
UNTITLED is a curated art fair that places an emphasis on the visitor’s personal experience and the contextualization of the artworks exhibited. The fair is located on vibrant Ocean Drive, within walking distance from the convention center. Fair hours are Wed – Sat from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Sun from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is $20 per day, with a 20% discount for Miami Beach residents.
112th Street and Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
http://art-untitled.com/
December 5-8, 2013
Aqua 13 Art Miami will feature 45 galleries from all around the world. In addition to being recognized for its avid support of young dealers and galleries, Aqua 13’s location in a classic South Beach hotel (which is in walking distance to Art Basel) is sure to make it one of the very best places to relax and socialize during Art Basel week. $15 one day, $60 multi-day pass, $10 Students 12-18 years and Seniors. The VIP preview (which is open to CONTEXT, Art Miami and Aqua Art Miami VIP cardholders and press) is from 7:30 p.m. -11 p.m. on Wednesday, December 4th. The fair continues on Thursday from noon – 9pm. Friday and Saturday 11 a.m. — 9 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Aqua Hotel
1530 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
http://www.aquaartmiami.com
December 5-8, 2013
Art Basel Miami Beach is widely considered to be the most important art fair in the United States. Over 250 of the world’s leading galleries from North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia and Africa participate, pulling in over 50,000 visitors every year. The exhibited galleries are among the world’s most respected art dealers, offering exceptional pieces from both renowned artists and emerging stars. Art Basel hours are Thurs – Sat from noon to 8 p.m., and Sun from noon to 6 p.m. One day pass $42, Permanent pass $90, Evening ticket (after 4 p.m.) $29, Reduced day tickets (Students with ID, Senior Citizens aged 62 and above and groups of 10 or more) $24.
Miami Beach Convention Center
1901 Convention Center Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139
http://miamibeach.artbasel.com
December 5-8, 2013
The New Art Dealers Alliance (NADA) is passionate about creating opportunities and a sense of community amongst professionals working in contemporary art. The only major art fair to be run by a non-profit organization, NADA is considered to be a great alternative to Art Basel, showcasing some of the world’s newest and most promising contemporary art galleries. Fair hours are Thursday from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m., Fri – Sat from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free.
The Deauville Beach Resort
6701 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33141
http://www.newartdealers.org
December 5-8, 2013
New Material is an art far premiering this December at the Eva Hotel on Collins Ave. This fair’s main goal is to embrace experimentation and risks in the work of established galleries and artists – they believe that sometimes, an artist must forgo the desire to make art for the sake of sales and critical acclaim to grow as an artist by allowing themselves to experiment with brave and bold new ideas. The fair kicks off with its opening night event on Thursday, December 5th from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., and continues from Fri – Sat from noon to 8 p.m. and Sun from noon to 6 p.m.
Eva Hotel
1506 Collins Ave Miami Beach, FL
http://www.newmaterialartfair.com/
December 5-8, 2013
The second edition of the Miami River Art Fair will take place from December 5-8, 2013 at the Downtown Miami Convention Center inside the James L. Knight International Center. This fair, which is dedicated to showcasing international, contemporary art, is the only fair during Miami Art Week to boast a waterfront setting. There will be a VIP collector’s preview on Thursday, December 5th from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Fair hours are Fri and Sat from noon to 8 p.m., and Sun from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is free with online registration, and also comes with a complimentary group guided tour. Complimentary admission with Art Basel and Miami Art Fairs VIP pass.
Miami Convention Center @ James L. Knight Center
400 SE Second Ave, Miami, FL 33131
http://miamiriverartfair.com/
December 5-8, 2013
The Miami Street Photography Festival brings you the best of contemporary Street Photography from around the world. The international photo exhibit will showcase the best images from emerging street photographers worldwide and will take place in Miami’s acclaimed Wynwood Arts District during the height of Art Basel, the premier art event in Miami. Last year, MSPF was featured in Harpers Bazaar Hot List of events to see during Art Basel. Other scheduled events include: Workshops and evening Lectures with master photographers Bruce Gilden, Constantine Manos, Alex and Rebecca Webb and Maggie Steber. Photowalks by Leica Academie, where participants can practice their photography in the streets of Miami, and portfolio reviews by professionals are also scheduled. The fair runs from Thursday, December 5th until Sunday, December 8th. Admission is free.
Trendy Studios
196 NW 24th St, Miami, FL 33127
www.miamistreetphotographyfestival.org
December 5-8, 2013
PULSE Miami is an engaging art fair that focuses solely on contemporary art. 2013 marks its 9th year, which will take place at the Ice Palace Studios in North Miami. Pulse Miami will also feature original programming – including the PLUSE Play video lounge and the PULSE performance events. The VIP and press brunch is an invite-only event which will take place on Thursday, December 5th from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Fair hours are Thurs from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m., Fri and Sat from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sun from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. General admission is $20, Students and Seniors $15.
The Ice Palace Studios
1400 North Miami Avenue, Miami, FL 33136
http://www.pulse-art.com
December 5 – 8, 2013
