Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs

06/12/2026

We kicked off Arts at Play at the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science this past weekend—and the series continues all summer long! From community celebrations to museum exhibitions and fitness activations, Arts at Play connects creativity and sport throughout Miami-Dade as we gear up for the World Cup: One Game. One Community.

Explore the full lineup at miamidadearts.org.

Mayor Daniella Levine Cava Miami-Dade County Government National Endowment for the Arts Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science Artwalk Presents Pérez Art Museum Miami MDC Freedom Tower

06/08/2026

Are you prepared for Hurricane Season? We’ve gathered key resources Arts & Business Council of Miami and CERFplus for Miami‑Dade artists and cultural organizations to help you plan before, during, and after a storm. Explore the full list of tools, guides, and emergency links on our website: https://www.miamidadearts.org/news/be-prepared-hurricane-season-2026

Mayor Daniella Levine Cava

06/05/2026

Discover the incredible cultural programs happening across Miami‑Dade County in June. Visit miamidadearts.org for more information.

Mayor Daniella Levine Cava Miami Dade County Auditorium African Heritage Cultural Arts Center The Moss Center

Artwork featured: The Conference of the Birds by artist Tamara Kostianovsky, part of the Art in Public Places Art Collection.

06/03/2026

Mark your calendar and note the Department of Cultural Affairs’ key dates for the months of June and July. Stay tuned for this month’s Miami Emerging Arts Leaders event and the next Art in Public Places artist call!

Visit our site for full details: https://www.miamidadearts.org/
Stay connected by joining our mailing list: https://www.miamidadearts.org/newsletter-sign?

Mayor Daniella Levine Cava

06/03/2026

Grant deadline approaching! The FY 26-27 Community Grants (CG) Program's 1st quarter courtesy review deadline for returning applicants is June 11, 2026 at 11:59 PM. Final grant deadline for all applicants is on June 18, 2026 11:59PM. First quarter projects must take place October 1–December 31, 2026. Full details here: https://spr.ly/6181B8WX0W

Mayor Daniella Levine Cava

06/02/2026

Register now for the upcoming FY 26–27 Tourist Development Council (TDC) Grants Program’s first-quarter workshop on Wednesday, June 10 at 11AM. First‑quarter projects must take place between October 1 and December 31, 2026. Program supports projects that promote Miami-Dade County as a tourist destination: https://spr.ly/6187B8YwAc

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05/22/2026

05/22/2026

Just a few days away! The next Introduction to Miami-Dade County Arts Grants Workshop is coming to Arcola Lakes Library Branch on Tuesday, May 26 at 6PM. Join us and learn how to apply for cultural grants designed to support artists, arts groups, and community nonprofits - https://spr.ly/6184B8Gt9w

05/20/2026

Tomorrow at 1PM — Join the FY 26–27 Community Grants (CG) Program’s first‑quarter workshop: https://www.miamidadearts.org/community-grants-cg-program

First‑quarter projects must take place between October 1 and December 31, 2026. The CG Program supports nonprofit organizations presenting dance, theater, music, visual arts, festivals, parades, and other culturally enriching programs for our community. First‑time applicants are required to attend a pre‑grant application workshop.

05/20/2026

What does it take to build an organization that truly lasts? Miami Emerging Arts Leaders presents a workshop on building solid foundations, strengthening development strategies, planning for succession, and preparing your organization for the future. Hear directly from local leaders who have strengthened their institutions and led successful leadership transitions.
The session will be held at the Koubek Center, located at 2705 SW 3rd Street in Miami, FL 33135, and will be led by moderator Ashlee K. Thomas, Interim Director of the Miami‑Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs. Featured panelists include Rosie Gordon‑Wallace of Diaspora Vibe Cultural Arts Incubator, Sammy Gonzalez Zeira of Young Musicians Unite, and Ruth Wiesen of Armour Dance Theatre.

Swipe to discover the panelists shaping this conversation. RSVP required by Thursday, May 28: https://spr.ly/6187B863iF