Black Culture Celebration at Miami Takeover Event

MIAMI –The Miami Takeover (MTO) is excited to announce it is returning to Miami Beach this Summer from July 25-28, 2025. The event includes an exciting three-day cultural event schedule that celebrates Black culture, art, community and Go-Go music. It partners with the Greater Miami Conventions and Visitors Bureau (GMCVB). This is as an official event of the Art of Black Miami event series. It is also part of the Miami Beach Visitors and Convention Authority (MBVCA).

Founded and led by three HBCU-educated Black professionals and entrepreneurs from the Washington D.C. area— Wylie Kynard, Antwoine McCoy and Vincent Peden—the event production and travel company has developed a niche curating events.

These events cater to HBCU graduates, Black professionals and cultural tastemakers. They appreciate authentic culture, art, music, and community.

“We’re excited to bring everyone together this summer while celebrating Go-Go music’s 50th anniversary with our main event— The Art of Go-Go Culture Fest— while receiving support from the GMCVB and MBVCA,” said Vincent Peden, partner at The Miami Takeover LLC.

MTO will unite Miami and Washington D.C.’s top Caribbean, rap, and Go-Go music artists. They will perform at the Art of Go-Go Fest. This main event will take place on Miami Beach on Saturday, July 26, 2025.

“Miami Beach and the greater Miami-Dade County region including the Opa Locka/Bunch Park community is where my grandparents raised my father and his six siblings, so Miami holds a special place in my heart. That combined with my educational foundation at Florida A&M University and upbringing in the DMV area, I am excited to continue the Miami Takeover’s cultural legacy supporting the communities that had a direct influence on my existence and upbringing,” said Antwoine McCoy, partner at The Miami Takeover LLC.

Community Collaboration

Additionally, MTO is proud to collaborate with the Miami Beach Black Advisory Board (BAAB) to collaboratively advance the social, economic, political and educational needs of the diverse Black World Community throughout Miami-Dade County. They aim to enhance the quality of life for residents. They do this in a dedicated and responsive manner.

“Everything goes back to Florida A&M University and our alma mater’s motto: Excellence with Caring.This continues to be our overarching guiding principle, emphasizing academic or professional achievement with a commitment to the well-being of the community,” said Wylie Kynard, partner at The Miami Takeover LLC.

Official Miami Takeover Event Lineup

THURSDAY | July 24, 2025

• Comedy & Vibes  |  7PM – 10PM  | Featuring Miami’s very own Larry Dogg Band in downtown Miami at the Hardrock Cafe Bayside |  401 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL

• Afterparty | 10 p.m. – 2 a.m. | Join the Miami Takeover in downtown Miami at the Hardrock Cafe in Bayside  |  401 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL

FRIDAY | July 25, 2025

• Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures Community Service Kickoff Event   |  9AM – 11 AM  |  MTO is proud to partner with Colgate and the Miami Beach Police Athletic League, Inc. for this fourth annual dental screening and cleaning event that will provide no-cost dental screenings and proper tooth brushing technique tutorials to over 100 children under the age of 12. The event is held in Miami Beach to honor fallen Officer Arthur Martineau. MTO, local officials, and guests will remember Martineau’s 34 years of service to the community.
• Learn more about how to register for this event by emailing [email protected].

• Miami Meet & Greet Splashdown   |   2 p.m. – 7 p.m.   |  Upon check-in at the iconic Z Ocean Hotel located on South Beach at 1437 Collins Drive, guests will get to mingle with fellow attendees in town for the Miami Takeover at the hotel’s illustrious poolside and enjoy happy hour food & drink specials, vibrant music, games, captivating art and social networking. Tickets available online.

• Miami Nights in White (All White Party Event)  |  9 p.m. – 2 a.m.  |  Hosted at The Urban located in Overtown Miami at 1000 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33136, this popular outdoor nightlife venue space offers VIP sections, interactive board games and a sprawling dance floor to enjoy a memorable nightlife experience featuring hip hop, R&B, go-go music and afrobeats. Guests can also enjoy drink specials and the region’s tastiest Caribbean, Latin and soul food trucks that are open until late. Tickets available for purchase online. 21+ event. This lustrous outdoor venue can comfortably host up to 2,000 attendees and will provide HBCU happy hour specials.

Saturday | July 26, 2025

• Art of GoGo Culture Fest Presented by Miami Takeover (MAIN EVENT) at the Miami Beach Bandshell located at 7275 Collins Ave on Miami Beach from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. featuring a live musical performance from the legendary Junkyard Band, Marcus Blake, Top5, Rod Royal, Demont Pinder, and the Black Passion Band. Guests will enjoy fun art installations, great vibes, and an entertaining cultural experience. They will also have access to tasty drinks and food. Tickets available for purchase online. 21+ event.

• Can We Talk: The All Black R&B Party | 10 p.m. to 4 a.m.  |  Club M2 located on South Beach at 1235 Washington Ave. Join us with No Sleep South Beach. Guests should wear their best all-black outfits. Get ready to enjoy a great R&B playlist. Tickets available for purchase online. 21+ event.

Sunday | July 27, 2025

• Miami Takeover Community Service Beach Sweep  |  10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.   |  Grab your friends and join the Miami Takeover to back to the local environment by participating in this beach clean involving picking up debris and plastic along Miami Beach beginning at the Marseilles Hotel (1741 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL)l. RSVP online 
• Splash Daytime Pool Party |  3 p.m. – 9 p.m.  |  Wind down, relax and commerce your Miami Takeover vacation experience at The Backyard Pool Club located at the Marseilles Beachfront Hotel (1741 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL). Tickets available for purchase online. Lifestyle photos of the Backyard Pool Club & Marseilles Hotel

All events are 21+. Early bird discounts are available for a limited time with promo code “MTO2025” at checkout. Tickets and additional information are available online. Visit www.themiamitakeover.com.