17 April 30 - MAy 6, 2026 miaminewtimes.com | browardpalmbeach.com NEW TIMES | CONTENTS | LETTERS | NEWS | NIGHT+DAY | CULTURE | CAFE | MUSIC | Off to the Races The 11 best Miami Race Week 2026 parties. BY JESSE SCOTT E ngines will roar at the Miami In- ternational Autodrome, but any- one who’s been through a few Race Weeks knows the real action often stems well beyond the checkered flag. Miami Race Week 2026 is shaping up as one of the most stacked yet, with global DJs, hip-hop heavyweights, luxe takeovers, and fan activations stretching from South Beach to the Design District and all sunny spots in between. This year’s lineup leans heavily into im- mersive, multi-day experiences. Think full- property takeovers, brand collaborations, and fan festivals that mesh race culture and night- life. Chasing sunrise sets, poolside debauch- ery, or a free fan fest with simulators and live screenings? There’s a party for that. Below, in alphabetical order, are the 11 best Miami Race Week 2026 parties and happen- ings worth revving your engine for. Adriatique, Seth Troxler, and Chloé Caillet at Casa Neos x Shellona St. Tropez + Clase Azul Takeover On the Miami River, Casa Neos emerges as a serious contender for best all-around Race Week destination. The multi-level venue goes all-in with a four-day takeover spanning its Beach Club, Lounge, and members-only roof- top. The headline moment lands Friday, May 1, when Shellona St. Tropez makes its U.S. re- turn with Adriatique leading a sunset set. Across the weekend, names like Seth Troxler and Chloé Caillet keep the tempo high, while Clase Azul anchors the experience with a full-property tequila partnership. Thursday, April 30 through Sunday, May 3, at 40 SW N. River Dr., Miami; casa-neos.com. Reservations and table bookings recommended. Cadillac Formula 1 Team Miami Headquarters at Jungle Plaza Cadillac’s arrival into Formula 1 gets a full-on hometown debut with a two-day takeover in the Design District. It’ll be a fan-forward acti- vation that blends car culture, racing simula- tors, merch drops, and live DJ programming. The biggest draw comes Saturday night when legendary driver Sergio “Checo” Perez is slated to appear, turning the plaza into a de facto paddock for fans without credentials. Count on local food vendors and large-screen race viewing, too. Saturday, May 2, and Sun- day, May 3, at Jungle Plaza, 3801 NE First Ave., Miami; cadillacf1team.com. Admission is free with RSVP, and entry is first-come, first- served. Cedric Gervais and Grossomoddo at Sexy Fish Miami Brickell’s Sexy Fish leans into its theatrical, high-design setting for a three-night Race Week run. French DJ Cedric Gervais head- lines Saturday, with Grossomoddo kicking things off Friday. The party unfolds within the restaurant’s opulent dining room and lounge, making it a hybrid of dinner and dance floor. Friday, May 1, and Saturday, May 2, at 1001 S. Miami Ave., Miami; sexyfishmi- ami.com. Reservations required. Fan Fest at Lummus Park For the first time, Formula 1 brings an official Fan Fest to Miami Beach, and it’s a major ad- dition to the week’s programming. Lummus Park transforms into a five-day hub with live race screenings, driver appearances, simula- tors, and brand activations from Aston Mar- tin to Red Bull. There’s also a champagne garden, food vendors, and nightly DJs, mak- ing it a casual but lively alternative to the club circuit. Wednesday, April 29, through Sunday, May 3, at Lummus Park, Ocean Dr. and Eighth St., Miami Beach; f1miamigp.com. Admission is free admission with registration. Guns N’ Roses, Nelly, Marshmello, and DJ Diesel at Hard Rock Live and The Guitar Hotel Seminole Hard Rock leans into its role as an entertainment anchor with a packed slate across its venues. Guns N’ Roses kick things off April 30, followed by Kane Brown and Nelly (with Marshmello) on May 1. The Guitar Hotel pool hosts a high-profile party May 2 featuring Loud Luxury and DJ Diesel – ahem, better known as Shaquille O’Neal - with open bar included. Thursday, April 30, through Saturday, May 2, at 1 Seminole Wy., Hollywood; casino.hardrock. com. Ticket prices vary. Guy Gerber, Kaz James, and Mason Collective at MILA Lounge Perched on Lincoln Road, MILA Lounge con- tinues to refine its late-night identity, and Race Week is where it shines. The venue strings together four nights of curated DJ programming with Guy Gerber, Kaz James, Mason Collective, and Kimonos. The setting - part Mediterranean escape, part Tokyo-in- spired lounge - transitions seamlessly from dinner into a proper party, with lively nooks aplenty. It’s a more polished alternative to the total chaos elsewhere, without sacrificing the music, of course. Thursday, April 30, through Sunday, May 3, at 800 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach; milarestaurant.com. Reservations en- couraged. John Summit, Adriatique, 50 Cent, and James Hype at LIV Miami Beach The Fontainebleau’s nightclub once again as- sembles a lineup that blends electronic heavy-hitters with hip-hop star power. James Hype kicks things off Thursday, followed by Adriatique on Friday, John Summit on Satur- day, and 50 Cent closing Sunday. It’s a tight, high-demand schedule in one of Miami’s most recognizable nightlife spaces. Thursday, April 30, through Sunday, May 3, at 4441 Col- lins Ave., Miami Beach; livnightclub.com. Ticket prices vary. Marshmello, Alesso, Afrojack, and Kane Brown at DAER Dayclub & Nightclub Hard Rock’s DAER complex continues to op- erate like a Race Week staple, offering both daytime and late-night options under one umbrella. This year’s programming hits a wide spectrum: Marshmello and Kane Brown tag-team on May 1, while Alesso headlines the dayclub on May 2 before Afrojack takes over the nightclub that night. Sunday closes with YDG and Medvza. The scale, produc- tion, and reliable crowd make DAER one of the easier bets for a high-impact party. Friday, May 1, through Sunday, May 3, at 1 Seminole Wy., Hollywood; hardrocknightlife.com. Tick- ets start at $50. Racing Fan Fest at Wynwood Marketplace Wynwood Marketplace will become a play- ground yet again for race fans with SWARM’s Racing Fan Fest, billed as one of the largest off-track experiences of the week. Expect simulators, VR installations, live DJs, sponsor pop-ups, and multiple screens streaming the race. There’s also a family-friendly compo- nent with a “Little Racers” kids program. A free drink for early RSVPs doesn’t hurt, ei- ther. Thursday, April 30, through Sunday, May 3, at 2250 NW Second Ave., Miami; racingfan- fest.com. Admission is free with RSVP, with add-ons available. Snoop Dogg, Alesso, Afrojack, and Swae Lee at E11EVEN Miami E11EVEN doesn’t solely dabble in race week, y’all. The 24/7 ultraclub stacks nearly a full week of programming, starting Mon- day, April 27, and rolling straight through race weekend. Highlights include Swae Lee midweek, Alesso on Friday, Snoop Dogg on Saturday, and Afrojack closing things out on Sunday. The format remains the same: high- octane performances, aerialists, and a crowd that never, ever checks the clock. Monday, April 27, through Sunday, May 3, at 29 NE 11th St., Miami; 11miami.com. Tickets start at $20. Zedd, Rampa, and Martin Garrix at Factory Town For those who prefer open-air jammin’ and marathon sets, Factory Town delivers. The Hialeah venue has carved out a reputation for sprawling, multi-stage experiences, and Race Week brings a top-tier trio: Zedd on Friday, Keinemusik’s Rampa on Saturday, and Mar- tin Garrix closing Sunday. Expect massive production, long lines, and a crowd that’s in it for the music. Friday, May 1, through Sunday, May 3, at 4800 NW 37th Ave., Miami; factory- town.com. Tickets vary by night, and multi- day passes are available.
[email protected] ▼ Music French DJ Cedric Gervais will perform at Sexy Fish this weekend. Cedric Gervais photo THIS YEAR’S LINEUP LEANS HEAVILY INTO IMMERSIVE, MULTI-DAY EXPERIENCES.
