The Miami Takeover (MTO) is returning to Miami Beach July 24–27, 2026, for the largest and boldest cultural beach festival of the summer in collaboration with the Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority (MBVCA) and the City of Miami Beach Tourism and Culture Department, featuring six dynamic, high-energy events that bring together thousands of Americans to celebrate community, connection, and culture.
During the festival’s three-day cultural entertainment experience and vacation, guests will partake in unforgettable nightlife experiences, energetic go-go, hip-hop and R&B musical performances, hilarious standup comedy, upscale pool party experiences, vibrant art activations, VIP yacht experiences, and the kind of Miami Beach magic that leaves guests cherishing community and embracing Black excellence.
Now in its 18th year, The Miami Takeover is known for curating unique beachside getaway vacations and cultural entertainment events that deliver energetic experiences.
“Thousands of guests from across the country will come together this summer to connect and enjoy four days of music, culture, comedy, and connection. Thanks to our official hotel partner, during the month of May, we have curated exclusive hotel stay packages at the Marseille Beachfront Hotel, making a tropical summer beach getaway experience more accessible. As one of the region’s leading scenic art deco hotel destinations positioned in the center of Miami Beach, guests can book their Marseille Beachfront Hotel and will be able to relax, shop, eat, party and mingle all within a vibrant, walkable five-block radius,” said Vincent Peden, Partner at The Miami Takeover LLC.
Since its 2007 debut, The Miami Takeover has hosted iconic entertainment legends including Dave Chappelle, Katt Williams, Doug E. Fresh, MC Lyte, Lil Duval and Red Grant—cementing its reputation as the leading cultural summer beach festival in the country. Founded by three HBCU graduates and event curators from the Washington, D.C. area— Wylie Kynard, Antwoine McCoy and Vincent Peden– MTO is rooted in community, creativity and excellence.
“We’re excited to partner with the City of Miami Beach and the city’s tourism department to produce and host a curated weekend of upscale events that embrace culture, community, music and the stunning views that Miami Beach has to offer. From premiere VIP yacht experiences to high-energy pool parties and nightlife experiences, the weekend has something for everyone,” said Antwoine McCoy, Partner at The Miami Takeover LLC.
The Miami Takeover is proud to be supported by the Miami Beach Black Affairs Advisory Board (BAAB) while delivering dynamic, curated cultural events that support the advancement of the social, economic and cultural needs of the diverse Black community throughout Miami-Dade County.
“We’re also proudly partnering with local and nationally recognized Black artists, comedians, performers, entertainers and organizations in an effort to deliver the boldest cultural beach festival of the Summer. This is one summer vacation that shouldn’t be missed. We’ll be blending energetic culture, immersive arts, unforgettable nightlife experiences, and community impact to create a vibrant beachside four-day weekend experience that only Miami Beach could offer. From the Art of Comedy Festival at the Miami Beach Bandshell to the CAN WE TALK All-Black R&B Party, Annual Beach Sweep to the All-White Mega Yacht Party, MTO will deliver experiences at iconic Miami venues while connecting and celebrating amidst Miami Beach’s beautiful tropical destination,” said Wylie Kynard, Partner at The Miami Takeover LLC.
With six exhilarating events announced as part of The Miami Takeover’s official event lineup, early bird party passes are available starting at $400 and attendees can lock in their exclusive hotel packages at the Marseille Beachside Hotel with $150 deposits for a limited time at themiamitakeover.com/travel and themiamitakeover.com/
Official Miami Takeover 2026 Event Lineup
FRIDAY, JULY 24, 2026
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ART OF COMEDY FESTIVAL — Kickoff the weekend at the iconic Miami Beach Bandshell as it comes alive with energetic standup comedy, live musical go-go music and R&B performances, and enjoy immersive art activations spotlighting rising Black artists. Early bird tickets available online at www.themiamitakeover.com/
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FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE — For the first night of the Miami Takeover, attendees will experience an electrifying nightlife experience and party on Miami Beach from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. Early bird tickets available online at www.themiamitakeover.com/
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SATURDAY, JULY 25, 2026
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SPLASH POOL PARTY—Soak up the sun with a live DJ, craft cocktails and a delicious culinary spread. Early bird tickets available online at www.themiamitakeover.com/
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CAN WE TALK All-Black R&B Party — From 10 p.m. to 4 a.m., guests can enjoy a nightlife experience paired with the smoothest old school and new R&B vibes at Uva Uva Wynwood (2244 NW 1st Court, Miami, FL 33127). Early bird tickets available online at www.themiamitakeover.com/
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SUNDAY, JULY 26, 2026
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ANNUAL COMMUNITY SERVICE BEACH SWEEP — Starting at 10:00 a.m. at the Marseille Hotel beach entrance, guests can give back to the beautiful ecosystem that Miami Beach has to offer with a community service beach clean up. RSVP online at www.themiamitakeover.com/
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ALL WHITE MEGA YACHT PARTY— This is the crown jewel event of the weekend. Guests will set sail at 3 p.m. and cruise the stunning Miami coastline until 7 p.m. with a live DJ, premium cocktails, delicious appetizers and breathtaking views of downtown Miami. Tickets start at $348.65 and are on sale at themiamitakeover.com/
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