August in Miami is a whole mood, and this year it tastes, sounds, and feels as indulgent as ever, even if it is hot! From prix-fixe menus packed with creative flavors to spa rituals that help you stay cool into the last stretch of summer, August in Miami is all about savoring the good life.
Add to that a world-class ballet festival, a gravity-defying Cirque du Soleil spectacle, and arena-shaking performances by The Weeknd, Katy Perry, and Lady Gaga, and you’ve got a social calendar shaping up like a five-star itinerary.
So whether you’re chasing culture, cocktails, or the cool hum of a eucalyptus steam room, here’s your guide to the top Miami events in August 2025.
— August 1-September 30: Miami Spice Restaurant Months
Participating restaurants across Miami
The most delicious event on Miami’s social calendar is back serving unbeatable prix-fixe menus at some of the city’s hottest restaurants, from Joe’s Stone Crab to Seaspice, Klaw Miami, Casadonna, Bombay Darbar, Mignonette, and many more.
For the uninitiated, this isn’t just any dining deal. It’s a two-month-long celebration where you can indulge in signature dishes, sip on craft cocktails, and explore new neighborhoods, all without breaking the bank. It’s also the kind of event that fills both your appetite and your Instagram stories, thanks to those artfully plated entrées, breezy outdoor settings and perfect opportunities to meet with friends and family.
This year, Miami Spice will be dishing out $35 lunches and brunches (per person), along with $45-60 dinners. And here’s a feel-good twist: you can turn your culinary escapade into something more meaningful by opting to donate to Camillus House each time you dine out. The 65-year-old local nonprofit provides food, shelter, and supportive services to Miami’s homeless.
Whether you're planning a fine dinner date, a bougie brunch, business brunch, or a casual cocktail outing, Miami Spice lets you taste the best of the city at a fraction of the usual cost.
— Until August 31: Miami Spa Months
Participating spas across Miami
If you missed it in July, August brings you yet another chance to unwind and recharge in style. Miami Spa Months continues to offer indulgent beauty treatments, therapeutic massages, and glow-boosting rituals at some of the city’s top luxury spas—all at limited-time pricing.
Find your bliss at the likes of The Spa at St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort, Lux MedSpa Brickell, the Biltmore Hotel Spa, The Ritz-Carlton Spa South Beach, and many other serene escapes across town. Whether you’re in the mood for a hydrating facial, craving a signature couples’ experience, or simply chasing an afternoon of transcending stillness in a eucalyptus steam room, this is self-care, Miami style.
Pro tip: Make sure to book ahead as appointments fill up fast once word gets out.
— August 1-17: International Ballet Festival of Miami
Multiple venues across Miami
Consider this Miami August event your official call to dress up, grab your ballet-loving bestie, and immerse yourself in the richness of global dance culture closer to home. Hosted by the Miami Hispanic Ballet, this 30th International Ballet Festival brings together more than 100 of the world's top dancers from over 20 acclaimed ballet companies, from Canada to Colombia, Italy to Slovakia.
You’ll see a mix of classical grace and modern edge as international stars share the spotlight with rising talent and local performers. It’s a celebration of movement that feels both polished and full of heart.
Things kick off with young medalists performing from August 1-3, then featuring contemporary dance nights from August 7-10. The festival wraps with two grand finales: the Classical Gala on August 16 and the Closing Gala of the Stars on August 17.
Offstage, there’s even more to explore, from dance films and art exhibits to master classes, book presentations, and workshops, so you can truly engage with the stories and artistry that go beyond the spotlight.
— August 14-17: Cirque du Soleil
601 Biscayne Boulevard, Kaseya Center, Downtown Miami
One of the best things to do in Miami this August is going to the circus! A colorful world of bugs bursts to life this August as Cirque du Soleil’s OVO brings its breathtaking reimagined show to the Kaseya Center. This high-energy production ushers you into the brilliant ecosystem of insect life, where playful ants juggle with precision, butterflies perform mid-air duets, and gravity-defying spiders prance across slackwires.
Signature moments include a showstopping vertical wall routine executed without support and a dramatic Russian cradle act that launches acrobats six meters across the stage.
— August 15-16, 23 & 31: Concerts by The Weeknd, Katy Perry, and Lady Gaga
347 Don Shula Drive, Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens + 601 Biscayne Boulevard, Kaseya Center, Downtown Miami
And if the summer heat has you dragging, Miami’s concert calendar is here to shake things up. August brings a trio of world-class performances guaranteed to lift your spirits, light up your nights, and maybe even leave you a little lovestruck.
- The Weeknd takes over Hard Rock Stadium (August 15-16) with “Blinding Lights,” brooding charisma, and all that moody magnetism that makes him a global sensation. Expect hypnotic vocals, synth-mixed soul and R&B, sleek production, and a crowd that knows every lyric by heart.
- Katy Perry lights up Miami with The Lifetimes Tour (August 23) at the Kaseya Center, serving up pop spectacle and sweet nostalgia with a setlist that spans everything from “Dark Horse” to “Roar” and “143.” It’s glitter, fireworks, and good vibes only.
- Lady Gaga closes the month with The Mayhem Ball (August 31), bringing her signature drama and electric energy to the Kaseya Center. Whether you’re in the mood for the dance anthems or the ballads, there’s no escaping that “Bad Romance” once she hits the stage.
Whichever Miami event in August you go for, be it a tasting menu, a massage table, or under a shower of stage lights, one thing’s certain: Miami definitely knows how to turn up the heat in all the right ways.
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