Notable November Events to Put on Your Calendar

On our radar this month: big beats, black-tie glamour, and stylish local finds

Photo by Alex Markow, courtesy of Nu Deco Ensemble
Photo by Alex Markow, courtesy of Nu Deco Ensemble

Rap Rhapsody

On November 12, Academy Award–, Emmy-, and Grammy-winning artist Common will take the stage at the Adrienne Arsht Center’s Knight Concert Hall for a one-night-only collaboration with Miami’s genre-bending Nu Deco Ensemble. The hip-hop icon, actor, author, and activist will revisit favorites including “Glory” and “Love of My Life” with Nu Deco’s singular orchestral treatment, bridging conscious rap and contemporary classical music in true Miami style. 

John Summit at Ushuaïa. Photo by Sam Niell/@samniell.photo
John Summit at Ushuaïa. Photo by Sam Niell/@samniell.photo

Dance Party

Electronic music phenom John Summit will bring his CTRL Escape Tour to Kaseya Center November 20-21. Known for high-octane house beats and pulse-pounding visuals, Summit will transform the arena into one giant dance floor with an immersive new production concept and nonstop energy. This is officially your sign to stay out late. 

Photo courtesy of Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
Photo courtesy of Vizcaya Museum and Gardens

Garden Glamour

Black tie meets Biscayne Bay on November 21, when the sixty-ninth annual Vizcaya Ball returns to Vizcaya Museum and Gardens. The glamorous evening will begin with a red-carpet arrival and cocktails before dinner and dancing under the stars on the waterfront East Terrace. One of Miami’s most storied social events, the ball raises funds for the continued preservation of the National Historic Landmark. 

Photo by Hayley McIntosh
Photo by Hayley McIntosh

Shop Local

Skip the big-box stores on Small Business Saturday, November 28, and head to MGD Shop in Miami Shores. Founded by Miami native and interior designer Meghan Grimbert, the curated home furnishings boutique offers one-of-a-kind furniture, textiles, rugs, photography, pillows, accents, and finds sourced from local artists. Consider it a stylish way to tackle your holiday list while supporting a homegrown design business and community craft movement. 

 

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