September 2024: Now that our hellish Miami summer is nearing its end, we’ve got tons of September events and things to do around the city to get you primed for fall. Of course, there’s so much to explore in the Magic City no matter the season. (Just be sure to bookmark our guide to Miami’s best things to do on a rainy day in the likely event of a storm, and keep an eye peeled for those pesky hurricanes through November).
Locals and tourists can agree that the best things to do in Miami extend beyond ounging on the sandthough it goes without saying that spending some time on the best Miami beaches is fundamental to life in the 305. Aside from dabbling in our famous nightlife and exploring Miami’s best bars, no trip would be complete without scoping out the booming culinary scene and our award-winning Miami restaurants. In between sunbathing, swimming and sipping cocktails, check off these essential Miami experiences, a mix of year-round attractions, seasonal events, cultural staples and exciting one-offs vetted by our expert editors and contributors. (We’re a team of born-and-raised locals and passionate Miami transplants with an unhealthy aversion to staying home). By the way, this list is curated, as always, but isn’t rankedwe just couldn’t choose favorites.
