Miami Music Week 2026 Brings Nonstop EDM Celebrations

From Ultra Music Festival to Club Space's marathon events, the annual gathering showcased Miami's vibrant electronic dance music scene.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 12:09pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of shimmering, multicolored disco ball fragments reflecting light, creating a glamorous, high-energy visual metaphor for the spirit of Miami Music Week.The glittering, high-energy atmosphere of Miami Music Week's electronic dance music celebrations is captured in this abstract close-up of shattered disco ball fragments.Hialeah Today

Miami's annual Miami Music Week (MMW) electronic dance music (EDM) gathering unfolded across the city from March 24-29, 2026, with over 200 events taking place in downtown Miami, Wynwood, South Beach, and Hialeah. The week featured the return of the iconic Ultra Music Festival, a takeover of the Kimpton EPIC Hotel by the Winter Music Conference, and a packed schedule of parties, pop-ups, and activations led by venues like the renowned Club Space.

Why it matters

Miami Music Week has become one of the most important annual events for the global EDM community, drawing hundreds of thousands of fans, DJs, and industry professionals to the city. The week showcases Miami's status as a hub for electronic music, with the city's venues, festivals, and creative community all playing a role in the festivities.

The details

Key highlights of MMW 2026 included Club Space's two marathon events - a 21-hour kickoff party curated with John Summit's Experts Only label, and a 30+ hour closing party - as well as the club's first-time off-site production at the historic Hialeah Park Casino. The Winter Music Conference took over the Kimpton EPIC Hotel, hosting panels, workshops, and the International Dance Music Awards. Ultra Music Festival returned to Bayfront Park with a sold-out crowd of 165,000 attendees from 100 countries, featuring over 150 artists across its three days.

  • Miami Music Week took place from March 24-29, 2026.
  • Ultra Music Festival ran from March 27-29, 2026.
  • The Winter Music Conference was held from March 24-26, 2026.
  • Club Space's 21-hour Experts Only marathon was on March 28-29, 2026.
  • Club Space's 30+ hour closing party was on March 29-30, 2026.

The players

Club Space

A prominent Miami nightclub that was at the center of many MMW events, including two marathon parties and an off-site production at Hialeah Park Casino.

John Summit

A DJ and the founder of the Experts Only record label, who collaborated with Club Space on a 21-hour marathon event to kick off MMW.

Ultra Music Festival

The iconic three-day electronic music festival that returned to Bayfront Park in downtown Miami, drawing a sold-out crowd of 165,000 attendees from 100 countries.

Winter Music Conference

The longstanding EDM industry conference that took over the Kimpton EPIC Hotel in Miami for three days during MMW, hosting panels, workshops, and the International Dance Music Awards.

Kimpton EPIC Hotel

The hotel that hosted the Winter Music Conference's three-day takeover, providing conference space and amenities for the event.

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What they’re saying

“We love working with John and his team and everyone involved, and anytime we have the opportunity to collaborate with them, we want to make the most out of it.”

— David Sinopoli, Operating partner at Club Space

“Marathon takeovers are the best way to showcase the full potential of the venue, and we wanted to kick off the week and close it to provide a true sense of the full experience for locals and tourists alike.”

— Matt Teper, Vice president of business development at Insomniac Events, on behalf of Club Space

“Beyond location, EPIC brings together the kind of amenities that are essential for a conference of this scale, including expansive and flexible meeting space, our rooftop pool deck, and an experienced conference services team that specializes in producing efficient, high-impact large-scale events.”

— Ericka Nelson, Director of operations at Kimpton EPIC Hotel Miami

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The takeaway

Miami Music Week has cemented its status as one of the most important annual gatherings for the global electronic dance music community, showcasing the city's vibrant club scene, world-class festivals, and collaborative spirit among industry players. The week's diverse programming, from marathon parties to high-profile conferences, solidifies Miami's reputation as a hub for electronic music innovation and culture.