Last updated: October 21, 2026

Art Basel Miami Beach 2026 opens to the public from Friday, December 4 to Sunday, December 6, at the Miami Beach Convention Center. The fair is the center of Miami Art Week, which runs November 30 to December 6 with satellite fairs, gallery shows and museum programs across the city. It draws collectors and visitors from around the world, and if you’re flying in from Europe or Latin America, a little planning goes a long way. Below: dates, hours, the fairs within walking distance of South Beach, and how to have US dollars ready before the doors open.

Art Basel Miami Beach 2026 dates and hours

Day	Access	Hours
Wednesday, December 2	VIP day (invitation only)	11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Thursday, December 3	VIP day and vernissage	11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Friday, December 4	Public day	11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Saturday, December 5	Public day	11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday, December 6	Public day	11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The fair is at 1901 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach. Tickets are sold through the official Art Basel ticket shop and are limited, so buy early. There’s an 800-space garage on site, plus municipal and private garages and street parking around Miami Beach.

Inside, the show is organized by sectors: Galleries, Meridians, Nova, Positions, Survey, Kabinett, Magazines and Conversations. If you only have one afternoon, choose two or three sectors and use the Art Basel app to map your route.

Satellite fairs you can walk to from South Beach

Art Week spreads across Miami Beach, Wynwood, Downtown Miami, Coconut Grove and North Miami. Three fairs sit close to Ocean Drive and the convention center:

• Untitled Art, December 2 to 6, in oceanfront tents at Ocean Drive and 12th Street. This is its 15th edition.
• SCOPE Miami Beach, December 1 to 6, in a pavilion on the sand at 801 Ocean Drive, between 8th and 10th Street.
• Design Miami, December 1 to 6, next to the main Art Basel site on Convention Center Drive at 19th Street, with more than 75 exhibitors.

Our South Beach branch at 1300 Collins Ave is one block from Ocean Drive and a short walk from the Untitled tents.

Guided tours in your language

Art Basel runs official guided tours with ArtNexus every day of the show. Tours are offered in English and Spanish, and German, Mandarin and Russian are available on request. Groups can have up to 6 people on VIP days and up to 12 on public days. Fair admission is not included in the tour, so buy your ticket separately.

Getting around during Art Week

Traffic between Miami Beach and the mainland can be slow during Art Week. Group your days by area: the convention center and the beach fairs on one day, Wynwood and Downtown on another. Between the convention center, Untitled and SCOPE, walking is an easy option.

If you haven’t booked a hotel yet, the fair’s official hotel partners are The Ritz-Carlton, South Beach and Grand Beach Hotel Miami Beach. The Ritz-Carlton sits oceanfront at the foot of Lincoln Road, close to the convention center and to the Untitled and SCOPE tents.

Paying for things during Art Week

Cards work for tickets and most restaurants. Cash in US dollars is still worth having for the small things: tips for servers, bartenders, valet and hotel staff, or a coffee between fairs. Tipping is expected in the US, and small bills make it simple.

Two things to watch if you’re visiting from abroad:

• Skip the airport counter. Exchange kiosks at the airport usually offer less favorable rates than a branch in the city.
• Pay in dollars. When a card terminal offers to charge you in euros or pounds, choose US dollars instead. Our guide to paying in local currency explains why.

Going home with dollars left over? You can exchange them back to euros, pounds or your home currency at any of our branches before your flight.

Exchange your currency in South Beach

Our South Beach branch is at 1300 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139. It’s open Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. It’s closed on Sunday, so if you plan to visit the fair on Sunday, December 6, exchange on Saturday or earlier.

We buy and sell more than 80 currencies, including euros, British pounds, Swiss francs, Canadian dollars, Mexican pesos and Brazilian reais, at the best rate in Miami. Call +1 (305) 374-2336 or message the branch on WhatsApp at +1 (786) 603-9436. You can also reserve online before you arrive.

Staying on the mainland for the Wynwood and Downtown fairs? Our Downtown branch at 230 NE 1st St is open Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. WhatsApp +1 (786) 578-2252.

More to do in Miami this season

If you’re arriving early or staying through New Year’s, our Miami events calendar lists what’s on, from Miami Book Fair in November to Art Deco Weekend in January.

Frequently asked questions

When is Art Basel Miami Beach 2026?

Public days are Friday, December 4, to Sunday, December 6, 2026. VIP days are December 2 and 3. Miami Art Week runs November 30 to December 6.

What time does Art Basel Miami Beach open?

On public days the fair is open from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Drive.

What other art fairs are on during Miami Art Week?

More than twenty satellite fairs, including Untitled Art on Ocean Drive at 12th Street, SCOPE Miami Beach at 801 Ocean Drive and Design Miami next to the convention center.

Are there Art Basel tours in Spanish?

Yes. The official ArtNexus tours run in English and Spanish, with German, Mandarin and Russian on request.

Is there parking at Art Basel Miami Beach?

Yes. The Miami Beach Convention Center has an 800-space garage on site, and there are municipal and private garages and street parking nearby.

Do I need cash during Miami Art Week?

Tickets are sold online and most restaurants take cards. Carry some US dollars for tips, valet and small purchases around the fairs.

Where can I exchange euros for dollars near Art Basel?

Euro Money Exchange South Beach, at 1300 Collins Ave, is one block from Ocean Drive. It’s open Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. WhatsApp +1 (786) 603-9436.

Nearest Euro Money Exchange

Euro Money Exchange South Beach
1300 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Mon to Fri 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. · Sat 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. · Sun closed
Phone: +1 (305) 374-2336 · WhatsApp: +1 (786) 603-9436

Euro Money Exchange Downtown
230 NE 1st St, Miami, FL 33132
Mon to Fri 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. · Sat 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. · Sun closed
Phone: +1 (305) 374-2336 · WhatsApp: +1 (786) 578-2252

Maps and directions for all our branches are on our locations page.

Coming for Art Week? Call +1 (305) 374-2336 or message our South Beach branch on WhatsApp at +1 (786) 603-9436, and get the best rate in Miami before the fair opens.