Experience Art Basel Miami Beach from Ocean Drive
Art Basel Miami Beach returns to the Miami Beach Convention Center December 4–6, 2026, with invitation-only VIP Preview Days taking place December 2–3. The renowned international art fair brings leading galleries, artists, collectors and art enthusiasts to Miami Beach as part of a week filled with exhibitions, satellite fairs and cultural events throughout the city.
Stay at Avalon Hotel on Ocean Drive and enjoy a South Beach home base for Art Basel and Miami Art Week. Spend the day exploring the fair and surrounding exhibitions, then return to the beach, enjoy dinner and live music at A Fish Called Avalon, or experience the restaurants, nightlife and Art Deco architecture surrounding the hotel.
Art Basel Miami Beach 2026 Dates & Location
VIP Preview Days: December 2–3, 2026 — invitation only
Public Show Dates: December 4–6, 2026
Public Hours: 11:00 AM–6:00 PM
Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Tickets: Admission options and current ticket information are available through the official Art Basel Miami Beach website.
Experience Miami Art Week
Art Basel is the centerpiece of a much larger celebration of art and design across Miami and Miami Beach. During Miami Art Week, visitors can explore satellite fairs, gallery exhibitions, installations and special events throughout the destination, including Design Miami/, Untitled Art, NADA Miami, SCOPE and Aqua Art Miami.
Avalon's Ocean Drive location makes it easy to combine the week's art and cultural experiences with time on South Beach, dining, nightlife and the energy of Miami Beach.
Exceptional Savings
Our South Beach Miami hotel is located nearby shopping, dining, world-class cultural institutions and the Miami Beach Convention Center. Our hotel offers exceptional rates for individuals and groups plus amenities to enhance your visit.
Prime Location
The Avalon Hotel is ideally located on Ocean Drive in Miami Beach’s Art Deco District, offering easy access to Lummus Park, the beach, and vibrant nightlife. Guests can explore nearby attractions like Lincoln Road Mall, Española Way, and The Wolfsonian-FIU Museum, all within walking distance. The hotel’s prime location ensures a seamless South Beach experience with dining, shopping, and cultural hotspots just steps away.
BOOK NOW
Enhance your Art Basel experience at the Avalon Hotel, where group stays and events are effortlessly elevated. Our vibrant Ocean Drive location is perfect for hosting industry gatherings or celebratory dinners. Guests can savor award-winning seafood, oceanfront dining, and nightly live music at A Fish Called Avalon, or enjoy corporate breakfast, lunch, and weekend brunch service in a relaxed setting with Avalon by Day. Take advantage of exceptional group rates and personalized service tailored to make your South Beach event unforgettable. Contact events@afishcalledavalon.com to start planning.
