How can you celebrate Black History Month in Miami? See South Florida events
February is Black History Month, and South Florida’s rich cultural diversity makes it a great place to celebrate. Events include a Broward reggae festival and a photo exhibition celebrating Overtown’s history
Here’s a rundown of selected events in Miami-Dade and Broward counties:
Peter London Global Dance Company & Frost Studio Jazz Band
This musical celebration of Carnival rhythms at University of Miami’s Gusman Concert Hall features the Frost Studio Jazz Band and the Peter London Global Dance Company. The audience can expect the Coral Gables show to have complex choreography and energizing sounds.
When: Thursday, Feb. 5, 7:30 p.m.
Where: UM Gusman Concert Hall, 1314 Miller Dr., Coral Gables
Tickets: $50-$75
Contact: events.miami.edu
Book Signing: A Brief History of Black British Art with Rianna Jade Parker
Rianna Jade Parker will be at Pérez Art Museum Miami to discuss her book, “A Brief History of Black British Art,” about how Black artists have made a significant impact on the British art scene.
When: Thursday, Feb. 5, 5-6:30 p.m.
Where: PAMM, 1103 Biscayne Blvd., downtown Miami
Tickets: $14-$18
Contact: pamm.org
Thursdays at PAMM: Weekend Warm Up with Pressure Point
Music is at the heart of Caribbean culture and this live music performance at Pérez Art Museum Miami will be a lively one. Miami-based musician Akia “Pressure Point” Dorsainvil will perform.
When: Thursday, Feb. 5, 8-10 p.m.
Where: PAMM, 1103 Biscayne Blvd., downtown Miami
Tickets: Free
Contact: pamm.org
Heritage Fest
The Adrienne Arsht Center will celebrate the African diaspora with its seventh annual Heritage Fest. The event will feature live performances, food vendors and family games. Later in the evening, the event will feature a Juke Joint party for people ages 18 and older.
When: Saturday, Feb. 7, Noon
Where: Adrienne Arsht Center for the Peforming Arts, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami
Tickets: Pay as you wish
Contact: arshtcenter.org
Reggae Geneaology
Reggae stars including Mr. Vegas will perform and be honored in Plantation for this family-friendly event. Merchants and food vendors will be on hand for the celebration of reggae music and culture.
When: Saturday, Feb. 7, 4 p.m.-9 p.m.
Where: Plantation Volunteer Park, 12050 W. Sunrise Blvd.
Tickets: $10-$15 for children; $30-$40 for adults
Contact: reggaegenealogy.org
An Evening With Samara Joy
Six-time Grammy winner Samara Joy takes the stage at the Adrienne Arsht Center to sing jazz music from icons including Sarah Vaughan. Joy is a Bronx native and released her album “Portrait” in 2024.
When: Thursday, Feb. 12, 8 p.m.
Where: Adrienne Arsht Center for the Peforming Arts, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami
Tickets: $52.65-$152.10
Contact: arshtcenter.org
We Met at Roots Bookstore and Market
Wrap your favorite book (new or used) and come to this Black-owned bookstore for an informal game of White Elephant. Once the game is over, participants can talk about the book they received in the exchange. This event is for adults 21 and older.
When: Friday, Feb. 13, 9 p.m.
Where: 6610 NW 15th Ave., Miami
Tickets: Free admission
Contact: rootsbookstore.com
Sepia Vernacular: Overtown’s Photographic Journey, 1920–1950
This photo exhibition at The L.E. Thomas Building showcases how life in Overtown looked in the first half of the 20th century. The Black community was a cultural hotspot in Miami during the time and drew prominent visitors including activistMalcolm X and boxer Muhammad Ali.
When: Thursdays and Fridays, 2 p.m.-6 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 1021 NW Second Ave., Miami
Tickets: Free
Contact: eventbrite.com
Adrienne Arsht Gospel on the Road
This gospel music event at Florida City’s Loren Roberts Park (545 NW Sixth Ave.) is the latest installment of the Arsht Center’s mobile music program. Attendees will hear a live children’s choir and be encouraged to clap along and participate in the show.
When: Saturday, Feb. 21, 4 p.m.
Where: Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami
Tickets: Free with RSVP
Contact: arshtcenter.org
South Beach Wine & Food Festival: The Cookout
The Cookout will take place at South Beach’s Eden Roc Miami Beach Resort It’s a Black-focused food event and part of the South Beach Wine & Food Festival. The event features all-inclusive food and drinks from top chefs including Wayne Sharpe of Jrk! Miami, and a performance from rapper Fat Joe.
When: Saturday, Feb. 21, 4-7 p.m.
Where: Eden Roc hotel, 4525 Collins Ave., Miami Beach
Tickets: $154
Contact: sobewff.org
Black Book Fair at Co-Space
Remember fun book fairs from your school days? Well, this event is meant to recapture that magic. Connect with Black book lovers, find a new book or meet an author at this Miami Gardens book fair. It is being held at Co-Space, a Black-owned coworking space.
When: Sunday, Feb. 22, 3-6 p.m.
Where: 17560 NW 27th Ave., Suite 105, Miami Gardens
Tickets: Free admission
Contact: www.welcometocospace.com
Night at the Sir John’s Night Beat at the Marshall L. Davis Sr. African Heritage Cultural Arts Center
Curator Daniel Washington pays homage to Black musicians like Miles Davis and Billie Holiday who performed during Jim Crow segregation. These musicians performed on the “Chitlin Circuit,” a tour route for Black musicians that laid the groundwork for Miami’s status as a cultural hub.
When: Friday, Feb. 27, 7 p.m.
Where: 6161 NW 22nd Ave., Miami
Tickets: $28
Contact: www.ahcacmiami.org
LATEniteLoops Jam Session
This jam session at South Beach’s Kill Your Idol bar celebrates Black music with live performances of hip-hop, R&B and other genres. Audience members are invited to listen, clap along, and even play along if they like.
When: Every Sunday night throughout February, 10 p.m. 1 a.m.
Where: 222 Espanola Way, Miami Beach
Tickets: Free
Contact: eventbrite.com
Do you know of a Black History Month event happening in your community? Email mbutler@miamiherald.com with details.
This story was originally published February 5, 2026 at 11:18 AM.
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