On the eve of Miami Music Week, we’ve hand picked some of the highlights to attend throughout the jam-packed week of events. From house to techno to drum and bass, there is something for everyone. Outside of the obvious Miami standout; Ultra – we’ve selected some of our favourite events through the week and where you will find us!
Tuesday
Hugel’s Make The Girls Dance – Space – 11PM-4AM
Hugel is set to take over Space for his ‘Make The Girls Dance’ party, inviting a bunch of friends to set a terrific tone for the week. If you’re looking for chill house vibes at an extremely in-demand venue, this is a great way to begin the week.
Wednesday
Experts Only – Toejam Backlot – 8PM-3AM
John Summit’s label lands in Miami with some great sets planned from acts on the imprint. Whilst it’s not confirmed, Summit himself is poised to play (but cannot announced thanks to Ultra exclusivity). For fans of him and his label crew, this is a must attend.
ARCANE – Factory Town – 7PM-7AM
Eli Brown’s ARCANE imprint takes over Factory Town with a lineup that also features other great techno powerhouses. The event is sure to be a stellar time for Eli and ARCANE lovers.
Thursday
Breakaway Beach – Hyde Beach – 12PM-11PM
Breakaway turns to Miami with bigwigs Diplo and Hugel – alongside a number of smaller, but solid acts. The lineup sounds perfect for a summer day party and is sure to be a great time.
Axtone & Friends Pool Party – Nautilus Sonesta Hotel – 12PM-11PM
Axtone present a really solid lineup for a pool party and with the special guest likely being Axwell – this is a stand-out event of the week, with Axtone rarely doing events these days.
STMPD RCRDS Pool Party – Surfcomber – 12PM-11PM
STMPD returns to Miami, opting with a pool party at the Surfcomber. Featuring guests from across the label and a special guest that is most likely Garrix – STMPD’s party should be a great presentation from one of the best dance labels in the game.
WORSHIP – Factory Town – 7PM-7AM
The worship crew of Sub Focus, Culture Shock, 1991 and Dimension (name removed due to Ultra exclusivity). Alongside the four, ÆON:MODE (Blanke), Ariza, Shinobi and a special unannounced guest will join. This is the must-attend party for D&B lovers at a special venue.
Gorgon City Presents: Enter the Realm – Toejam Backlot – 8PM-3AM
Gorgon City bring their label event to Miami with a super cool lineup. This will be a great time for Gorgon City and Realm fans and is looking like one of the better parties of the week.
HILOMATIK – Wynwood Marketplace – 9PM-3AM
Oliver Helden’s underground imprint and alias will throw a great party with the likes of Enrico Sangiuliano and Fatima Hajji – bringing their groovy techno sounds to the masses.
Audien Presents: Progressive House Never Died – MAD LIVE – 10PM-5AM
Audien’s Progressive House Never Died event is set to be a thrilling time – focusing on what is a stunning genre. With help from Third Party, DubVision, Telykast and more – PHND is going to be something special.
Friday
Major Lazer Block Party – COYO Taco’s – 6PM-Close
Celebrating 10 years of COYO’s Taco’s – DJ Walshy Fire of Major Lazer will perform in the parking lot along with resident DJ’s from the past 10 years spinning in their speakeasy for this free event.
BLOND:ISH & Special Guests – Wynwood Studios – 10PM-3AM
BLOND:ISH and friends will provide the vibes in Miami. Taking place in Wynwood, the music is going to be amazing and will likely be a bit more chill, a good break from the techno and bass found elsewhere.
Solid Grooves – Space – 10PM-6PM
Solid Grooves’ Space event includes some incredible artists such as Michael Bibi, Ben Sterling, Beltran, Chris Stussy and a load more. This is the ultimate party for house heads, at the ultimate venue.
Saturday
Chris Lake Presents: Black Book Records – Toejam Backlot – 8PM-3AM
Chris Lake and co will take over the Toejam for an epic party. Featuring the man himself, alongside a range of solid house talent – it’s going to be a great time. With a 6-letter name still not revealed, it’s possible good friend FISHER makes an appearance.
Link Miami Rebels – Space – 11PM-8PM
Link Miami Rebels land at Space with an all-time lineup, including Camelphat, Innellea, Kevin de Vries and more. They have been teasing a special guest that is likely to be Anyma, which is sure to be a great surprise set.
Sunday
24+ Hour Space MMW Closing Party – Space – 11PM-8AM (Tuesday)
Going from Sunday to Tuesday, the closing party for Space is set to be a marathon event, with people likely going home to sleep in between sets. Speaking of sets, the event features a significant lineup with Peggy Gou, ANOTR, Chris Stussy and more – with each act doing a minimum 2 hour set. This is a strong finish to Miami Music Week that everyone will be trying to attend.