December 5th 2019 — December 8th 2019
Art Basel 2019
The premier Art Show of the Americas
Opening Time
12/5/19, 3pm-8pm
12/6/19, 12p-8pm
12/7/19, 12pm-8pm
12/8/19, 12pm-6pm
Location
Thousands of art lovers from around the world will flock to Miami Beach next month to attend the United State’s largest art fair; Art Basel which was first staged in 2002. Since then, this largest art fair is organized in three locations every year; Hong Kong, Basel and Miami Beach.
This year, Art Basel in Miami Beach is going to display amazing artworks including painting, photography, video and sculptures by more than 4,000 artists. One can find a variety of art pieces by young artists as well as renowned art masters.
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Sectors of Art Basel
You’ll witness the masterpieces on over 200 galleries at Art Basel. There are various sector in the fair representing unique works:
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Nova
- This sector represents art pieces which you’ve never seen before curated by one to three artists during the period of last three years.
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Positions
- This sector will show the artworks of new artists from around the world. If you are an artists yourself, this gallery is perfect to show your single project to the audience.
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Edition
- Want to see the publications like never before? Then head over to the Edition sector of Art Basel where you’ll see the artwork curated with the collaboration of several publishers and artists.
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Meridians
- Mexican city-based art critic and curator Magali Arriola has designed the Meridians gallery section to exhibit monumental artworks. Head over to this section if you wish to see non-traditional artwork which is never seen before.
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Kabinett
- This section is dedicated to the artwork of an artist chosen by the critics. It may represent solo project or a thematic group artwork.
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Survery
- For artworks representing different cultures and their history, head over to the Survey gallery. This gallery may exhibit a solo project of group work.
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Magazines
- There is no shortage of art pieces at the fair. If you are into printing business and in Miami Beach, visit the Magazines section of Art Basel to witness the unique and rare printing pieces from renowned and new editors and publishers.
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Conversations
- Last but not the least is a section dedicated to artists who wish to have dialogues about global art work. You’ll also see panels and discussions including architects, curators, collectors and many others.
Opening Hours for Public
This year, Art Basel will run from 5th to 8th December 2019 at Miami Beach Convention Center. Art Basel will also be open on 2nd and 3rd December but on these days, only the invited ones can visit the fair. You can check the floor plan of Art Basel here to have an idea about the galleries.
Following are the timings of Art Basel happening in December 2019:
Thursday, December 5, 2019, 3pm to 8pm
Friday, December 6, 2019, 12 noon to 8pm
Saturday, December 7, 2019, 12 noon to 8pm
Sunday, December 8, 2019, 12 noon to 6pm
Getting tickets for Art Basel
You can purchase the day tickets for only $65 per person. Students and senior citizens can get the ticket for $45. If you wish to attend all the four days, you can buy a discounted ticket of $145.
You can buy the tickets online from Art Basel’s website or in person at the box office of the Miami Beach Convention Center on the event day; 5th December 2019.
Visitors with Disabilities
At Art Basel, visitors with disabilities will be facilitated with complimentary manual wheelchairs and scooters as required. These can be picked at the information desks on the event day and are available only on first.
Visitors with Kids
Art Basel is not only for the artists, its for people of all ages. If you are visiting Art Basel with your kids, there are plenty of things to do for them. You can leave your kids from 4 to 12 years of age at the free kindergarten and playroom at Art Basel while you enjoy the show. Art Basel’s team offers a number of creative activities to the kids along with story telling.
Guided Tours
Are you going to visit Art Basel for the first time and don’t know how to enjoy the show to the fullest? Don’t you worry. Art Basel also offers guided tours to the visitors. Guided tour with an art expert will not only let you tour the complete show but you’ll also end up having ample information about exhibits and art history. There are a number of options available for guided tours; Curator’s Choice, Highlight Tours, Family Tours and Spotlight Tours. You can book your guided tour here.
Where to Stay
There are a number of hotels to book around Miami Beach. Another great option is to book a villa specifically if you are coming with your family. Check out our list of luxury villas for your most exciting vacation to Miami Beach’s Art Basel.
Events to Attend
There are many other things to do besides the Art Basel in Miami. Miami will be hosting a number of free art events in December. Here is the guide to top 5 events you may attend in Miami Beach:
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Rubell Museum – Opening Reception
- Rubell Museum is one of the biggest private contemporary art museum in United States which is now going to open in Miami on 5th December 2019 from 9 am to 12 noon. Head off to this new 100,000 square foot campus and enjoy free access to the museum.
- Address:Rubell Museum
1100 NW 23rd Street
Miami
FL 33127, United States
- Address:Rubell Museum
- Rubell Museum is one of the biggest private contemporary art museum in United States which is now going to open in Miami on 5th December 2019 from 9 am to 12 noon. Head off to this new 100,000 square foot campus and enjoy free access to the museum.
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Audemars Piguet – Jana Winderen Installation
- Hearing sounds from the ocean is intimidating isn’t it? Witness this amazing research at the site-specific sound installation by the famous Norwegian artist Jana Winderen who is also going to exhibit the human sounds under water. The event is free for public to visit on 5th December 2019 from 10 am to 8 pm.
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Collins Park
Rotunda, between Collins Avenue and 22nd Street
2100 Collins Avenue
Miami Beach
33140, United States
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- Hearing sounds from the ocean is intimidating isn’t it? Witness this amazing research at the site-specific sound installation by the famous Norwegian artist Jana Winderen who is also going to exhibit the human sounds under water. The event is free for public to visit on 5th December 2019 from 10 am to 8 pm.
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The New World School of the Arts – Exhibition Tour
- Watch the live performances at the Kampong National Tropical Garden while enjoying the New World of School Arts Exhibition which is going to be held on 6th December 2019 from 9 am to 12 noon. The event is free for public.
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The Kampong, National Tropical Botanical Garden
4013 Douglas Road
Miami
33133, United States
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- Watch the live performances at the Kampong National Tropical Garden while enjoying the New World of School Arts Exhibition which is going to be held on 6th December 2019 from 9 am to 12 noon. The event is free for public.
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Fringe Projects – Walking Tour
- Enjoy a walking tour of fringe projects by three renowned artists; New York based Paul Anthony Amith, Dominican artist Joiri Minaya and an hypnosis film invention by artists Angel Lauren Garcia along with many others. The event will held on 8th December 2019 from 10.30 am to 12 noon. Before you attend, confirm your visit by registering for the free event here.
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777 International Mall
145 East Flagler Street
Miami
33131, United States
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- Enjoy a walking tour of fringe projects by three renowned artists; New York based Paul Anthony Amith, Dominican artist Joiri Minaya and an hypnosis film invention by artists Angel Lauren Garcia along with many others. The event will held on 8th December 2019 from 10.30 am to 12 noon. Before you attend, confirm your visit by registering for the free event here.
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Frost Art Museum – Breakfast in the Park
- Don’t miss a chance to have a tour of the Sculpture Park accompanied by the famous American sculptor artist and photographer Petah Coyne. She is well known for her floor installations and hanging sculptures. You can attend this event on 8th December from 9.30 am to 12 noon. If you are interested to attend this, confirm your RSVP at frost.fiu.edu.
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Frost Art Museum
10975 SW 17 Street
Miami
FL 33199, United States
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- Don’t miss a chance to have a tour of the Sculpture Park accompanied by the famous American sculptor artist and photographer Petah Coyne. She is well known for her floor installations and hanging sculptures. You can attend this event on 8th December from 9.30 am to 12 noon. If you are interested to attend this, confirm your RSVP at frost.fiu.edu.
Besides art events, here are some of the parties you can enjoy at night while you are in Miami:
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Rhye at the North Beach Bandshell
- Enjoy the night out partying and grooving on the indie-electronic music notes by the Canadian vocalist Mike Milosh along with R&B artists such as Maxwell and Sade on 5th December 2019 starting from 7 pm. Buy your tickets for the event here.
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North Beach Bandshell
7275 Collins Ave
Miami, FL
United States
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- Enjoy the night out partying and grooving on the indie-electronic music notes by the Canadian vocalist Mike Milosh along with R&B artists such as Maxwell and Sade on 5th December 2019 starting from 7 pm. Buy your tickets for the event here.
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Bio-Haque
- Attend the Art Basel’s one of the buzziest events happening on 5th and 6th December from 9 pm to 3 am. This event is one of it’s kind where the leading engineers; Grimes, Sophie and Nina Kraviz will be showing the rejuvenating qualities of music. Get your tickets to this iconic event here.
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RC Cola Plant
550 Northwest 24th Street
Miami, FL 33127
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- Attend the Art Basel’s one of the buzziest events happening on 5th and 6th December from 9 pm to 3 am. This event is one of it’s kind where the leading engineers; Grimes, Sophie and Nina Kraviz will be showing the rejuvenating qualities of music. Get your tickets to this iconic event here.
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Arkade Art Basel
- Enjoy art, music and games all in one place at Arkade Art Basel where you’ll not only get to see the unique artworks but you can also enjoy live music and play a number of games including bumper cars, bungee dome, lazer room, pac man maze and many more. There will also be a lot of food to keep you fueled while you dance your butt off. The event will start at 9 pm on 5th December 2019 and end at 3 am on 6th December 2019. Get your tickets to the event here.
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FunDimension
2129 Northwest 1st Court
Miami, FL 33127
United States
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- Enjoy art, music and games all in one place at Arkade Art Basel where you’ll not only get to see the unique artworks but you can also enjoy live music and play a number of games including bumper cars, bungee dome, lazer room, pac man maze and many more. There will also be a lot of food to keep you fueled while you dance your butt off. The event will start at 9 pm on 5th December 2019 and end at 3 am on 6th December 2019. Get your tickets to the event here.
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Heart Festival
- Attend a two-day outdoor dance fest happening in Miami from noon to midnight featuring four-stage with renowned artists such as Martinaz Brothers, Famian Lazarus others. Live electronic performances will also be happening at the fest on 6th and 7th December from 12 pm to 5 am each day. Grab your tickets before they run out.
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Factory 55 NE 24th St Miami, FL 33137
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- Attend a two-day outdoor dance fest happening in Miami from noon to midnight featuring four-stage with renowned artists such as Martinaz Brothers, Famian Lazarus others. Live electronic performances will also be happening at the fest on 6th and 7th December from 12 pm to 5 am each day. Grab your tickets before they run out.
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Best Life R&B Festival
- Parties never end in Miami and they are at peak in December with visitors flocking to the city from not only United States but all over the world. If you happen to be in the city on 8th December 2019, attend the best life festival as the Art Basel comes to its end. The festival will be happening all day from 1 pm to 11 pm. Grab your tickets before you miss on them.
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Wynwood Factory
55 NE 24th St, Miami, FL 33137, United States
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- Parties never end in Miami and they are at peak in December with visitors flocking to the city from not only United States but all over the world. If you happen to be in the city on 8th December 2019, attend the best life festival as the Art Basel comes to its end. The festival will be happening all day from 1 pm to 11 pm. Grab your tickets before you miss on them.
Grab your tickets to the Art Basel now and be prepared to witness the series of unforgettable events at Miami Beach!