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Located next to the Northshore Community Center on Collins Ave is the historic Miami Beach Bandshell, an open air amphitheater right on the ocean. The bandshell was designed in 1961 by architect Norman Giller, a leading figure in the MiMo architectural style. MiMo, is a type of mid century modernism architecture was a style that developed after WWII from the 1940's to the 1960's. Its hallmark is modern simplicity of form influenced by South Florida. In 2022 the Miami Bandshell was added to the National Register of Historic Places. During the 1960's and 70's, the bandshell was used for senior weekly ballroom dance nights and special winter editions of Mike Douglas's televised talk show. In the 1980's and 1990's various promoters rented the bandshell. During this time roller skating and movie nights became popular. In 2009 the Miami bandshell was renovated with a customized sound system by the City of Miami Beach's Planning and Parks Departments in partnership with the Mayor's North Beach Blue Ribbon Panel. A professional management company, the Rhythm Foundation was hired and has been operating the bandshell since 2015. In 2017, the City of Miami Beach named the stage in honor of Clark Douglas Burris. Mr. Burris, was a beloved music teacher at Miami Beach High for more than 35 years. In 1972 he founded the Miami Beach Rock Ensemble, the first-ever high school rock band. The Miami Beach Rock Ensemble continues to hold an annual tribute at the Bandshell each winter. In 2019 a unique architectural addition was installed. A canopy that was designed by Ira Giller, original architect Norman Giller's son was added to the bandshell to maintain an outdoor feel while protecting visitors from inclement weather. Upcoming events at the bandshell include concerts that are ticketed but there are free ones too. Check out https://miamibeachbandshell.com/events/ for more information. The bandshell is known for its lineup of local and international musicians. Other events include the GroundUp Music Festival and the North Beach Social every third Thursday of the month. For generations the Miami Beach bandshell has been a community gathering place for cultural events and live entertainment. Whether you're a Miami local or just visiting, it's definitely worth checking out if you're looking for a memorable cultural outing.
We went to see Los Hermanos Gutierrez and the venue was great! It's an open air space with some covering and scattered seating but overall the space was nice. Luckily, it didn't rain and it was a cooler night. Truthfully, the concert was our main concern and los hermanos did not disappoint. They were AMAZING!! Given their type of music, a closed door venue, smaller space might have suited them better. But the space itself was nice with clean bathrooms and lots of open space.
Everything went well. Best ever venue to see a concert. The lounge couches toward the rear are homey and welcoming. Get there early if you want one!
Went to the bandshell back in April - May for the Catriel y Paco Amoroso concert and it was ELECTRIC. The moment the music started, I was totally hypnotized. The sound, the vibe, the energy... everything just pulled me in. Even though the place was packed, it somehow felt super intimate. Had the best time with a few of my friends. Such a perfect spot to catch your favorite artists and just get lost in the music. Haven't been back since, but hope to be back soon!
Thanks to Yelp!!! I was able to win tickets to see the chew on this podcast series during SOBEWFF. I didn't even know the Miami Beach Bandshell was so close to my home. My niece was able to join and enjoy the experience together. We had a great time together. There was some giveaways as we entered the event and they had some amazing food and the vendors were so nice. All the food was delicious and some stand outs were the grilled sourdough with blue cheese cream cheese and bacon from Ms. Cheesevious and Mini crepes from the crepe maker. They also had plenty to drink such water, zero sugar sodas, vodka seltzer, gin and juice, margaritas plus Rosé. There was plenty of seating and the bandshell is covered so that helps with being outdoors. They also had fans surrounding the area to help to keep everyone cool. There was five podcasts shows and each had it own topics that the crowd participated with the hosts. The event was good and I'm sure it will get even better with time. Definitely enjoyed it!!!
Came here recently for a Steel Pulse concert & had the most amazing time. Entry was smooth, venue nice, plenty of seating, & amenities. The surrounding area has nice views, restaurants, & things to do. Everyone I met here was so nice, & upset that we all just found out about this place in 2024
I attended the Jon Secada concert here just last night. I paid approximately $330 for two tickets to sit upfront. The venue was nice, we had never been there before and the staff were also nice. The problem came when we were taken to our seats by the usher. There were people sitting in our seats. The usher didn't want to tell them to move and made us sit in other seats (slightly better ones) which then worried me because I stayed wondering if the people who bought those seats would show up. I also saw other people being moved out of seats that weren't theirs and wondered how many other people were seat jumping. If you're going to charge money for seats, you need to make sure people are sitting where they are supposed to sit. It's non negotiable. I won't be coming back to this venue.
free event, skate rental onsite $10 there is a cash bar, located near the beach, many restaurants near by
I finally made to a concert here and I absolutely loved it! It really is an experience like no other and I am excited for any future concerts I attend. The staff were all super nice and I loved the venue. The acoustics were great! You have a couple of food and drink options, all reasonably priced. I wish there were more bathrooms on the premises as it can get a bit crazy with loads of people but nonetheless a lovely place! I love that it's right next to the beach so even on a hot evening you get a nice breeze. Do yourself a favor and come check out a show or event here!
I went there to see one of my absolute favorite artists Tove Lo. The place was impeccable from the outside to the inside. The closeness to the artist. The atmosphere, how everyone treats you, the drinks and food (they had deals!) My favorite thing about the show was how everyone just felt comfortable and close to Tove Lo. The place allowed smoking inside since it's open, so they allowed your (legal) weed to come in and you could just light it up during the show! Everyone was friendly and brought a little piece with them, so nobody cared for the smell. She's such a great artist and Bandshell only made it more special.
Do you remember what a bandshell is? Well Miami Beach of course decided to make theirs an upscale one where you do not need to bring a chair, drinks, or anything for that matter, because they will provide it, as it stated in the venue website . Sounded good to me but The reality : - No chair or bench where to sit , and on the top of that the concert started 1 hour late, so by the time it started we were already tired. - the line for the drinks was about 25 minutes. - a mojito cost $20 + tip (at a concert with 30 dollar tickets), but the best part was that I did not drink it because it was just a super sweet limonada. It should be a great venue for small format concert but definitely they have to redefine his concept . The sound was just ok. I would give 2 stars but Cimafunk really put on a magnificent concert so I am feeling generous.
Awesome concert venue. Very intimate. Would definitely be a great place to hold a medium sized wedding or gathering. Such beautiful scenery around the Miami beach area.
I seem to remember the North Beach Bandshell being showcased in Ja Rule's "Always on Time", from the scene where Ja is throwing a concert there..but anywho. I tend to frequent this part of Miami Beach more often, with the Full Moon party and my favorite Mexican restaurant, thus I was at the actual Bandshell most recently for the Summer Solstice festival. Instead of druidy stuff, I was among a handful of partiers jamming out to DJ Worakls, an up and coming French EDM DJ. Open air acoustics were pretty good and I definitely jammed out. I mentioned to the promoters that a show the actual moon night would be that much cooler. Four years back, I also attended a World Cup watch party here where the game was shown on a projection screen. The stage has classic mimo architecture, and there are both benches as well as an open floor area for dancing. The public bathrooms are functionally clean. While they don't have a restaurant on premise, there are plenty of eateries (as noted) in walking distance and occasionally food trucks as well. There's a city parking lot about a block away.
2 months ago
Love love this intimate venue for concerts. Super art deco, and up close and personal with the performance. This time we were seeing one of my all time faves, Chromeo. Such a good time! The venue sells pizza made to order and there are bars with beer and usually promo seltzer waters. They have some ADA seating but the venue is mostly standing room only, open air. Had a blast would definitely return. read more
7 months ago
This is a great outdoor event space. First and foremost, because they have some roof coverage which is a huge plus seeing as it can get quite hot in Miami. Love the fact that it's enclosed with walls so it makes for an intimate setting. We were here for the Chew on This SOBEWFF event and it was great. The majority of the seating was under shade and they had large fans which provided a nice breeze. The food vendors were great. I think the best bite of the afternoon was the Ms. Cheezious Grilled Blue & Bacon sandwich. Delicious flavor combo! The podcasts featured in the program were very entertaining and also had participation from the crowd which was nice. My fav podcast was the Chewed Up podcast cause I've been a fan of Michael, Clinton and Carla for quite some time. So it was awesome to see them do their thing live! read more
Located next to the Northshore Community Center on Collins Ave is the historic Miami Beach Bandshell, an open air amphitheater right on the ocean. The bandshell was designed in 1961 by architect Norman Giller, a leading figure in the MiMo architectural style. MiMo, is a type of mid century modernism architecture was a style that developed after WWII from the 1940's to the 1960's. Its hallmark is modern simplicity of form influenced by South Florida. In 2022 the Miami Bandshell was added to the National Register of Historic Places. During the 1960's and 70's, the bandshell was used for senior weekly ballroom dance nights and special winter editions of Mike Douglas's televised talk show. In the 1980's and 1990's various promoters rented the bandshell. During this time roller skating and movie nights became popular. In 2009 the Miami bandshell was renovated with a customized sound system by the City of Miami Beach's Planning and Parks Departments in partnership with the Mayor's North Beach Blue Ribbon Panel. A professional management company, the Rhythm Foundation was hired and has been operating the bandshell since 2015. In 2017, the City of Miami Beach named the stage in honor of Clark Douglas Burris. Mr. Burris, was a beloved music teacher at Miami Beach High for more than 35 years. In 1972 he founded the Miami Beach Rock Ensemble, the first-ever high school rock band. The Miami Beach Rock Ensemble continues to hold an annual tribute at the Bandshell each winter. In 2019 a unique architectural addition was installed. A canopy that was designed by Ira Giller, original architect Norman Giller's son was added to the bandshell to maintain an outdoor feel while protecting visitors from inclement weather. Upcoming events at the bandshell include concerts that are ticketed but there are free ones too. Check out https://miamibeachbandshell.com/events/ for more information. The bandshell is known for its lineup of local and international musicians. Other events include the GroundUp Music Festival and the North Beach Social every third Thursday of the month. For generations the Miami Beach bandshell has been a community gathering place for cultural events and live entertainment. Whether you're a Miami local or just visiting, it's definitely worth checking out if you're looking for a memorable cultural outing. read more
We went to see Los Hermanos Gutierrez and the venue was great! It's an open air space with some covering and scattered seating but overall the space was nice. Luckily, it didn't rain and it was a cooler night. Truthfully, the concert was our main concern and los hermanos did not disappoint. They were AMAZING!! Given their type of music, a closed door venue, smaller space might have suited them better. But the space itself was nice with clean bathrooms and lots of open space. read more
4 months ago
Everything went well. Best ever venue to see a concert. The lounge couches toward the rear are homey and welcoming. Get there early if you want one! read more
Went to the bandshell back in April - May for the Catriel y Paco Amoroso concert and it was ELECTRIC. The moment the music started, I was totally hypnotized. The sound, the vibe, the energy... everything just pulled me in. Even though the place was packed, it somehow felt super intimate. Had the best time with a few of my friends. Such a perfect spot to catch your favorite artists and just get lost in the music. Haven't been back since, but hope to be back soon! read more
Thanks to Yelp!!! I was able to win tickets to see the chew on this podcast series during SOBEWFF. I didn't even know the Miami Beach Bandshell was so close to my home. My niece was able to join and enjoy the experience together. We had a great time together. There was some giveaways as we entered the event and they had some amazing food and the vendors were so nice. All the food was delicious and some stand outs were the grilled sourdough with blue cheese cream cheese and bacon from Ms. Cheesevious and Mini crepes from the crepe maker. They also had plenty to drink such water, zero sugar sodas, vodka seltzer, gin and juice, margaritas plus Rosé. There was plenty of seating and the bandshell is covered so that helps with being outdoors. They also had fans surrounding the area to help to keep everyone cool. There was five podcasts shows and each had it own topics that the crowd participated with the hosts. The event was good and I'm sure it will get even better with time. Definitely enjoyed it!!! read more
Came here recently for a Steel Pulse concert & had the most amazing time. Entry was smooth, venue nice, plenty of seating, & amenities. The surrounding area has nice views, restaurants, & things to do. Everyone I met here was so nice, & upset that we all just found out about this place in 2024 read more
I attended the Jon Secada concert here just last night. I paid approximately $330 for two tickets to sit upfront. The venue was nice, we had never been there before and the staff were also nice. The problem came when we were taken to our seats by the usher. There were people sitting in our seats. The usher didn't want to tell them to move and made us sit in other seats (slightly better ones) which then worried me because I stayed wondering if the people who bought those seats would show up. I also saw other people being moved out of seats that weren't theirs and wondered how many other people were seat jumping. If you're going to charge money for seats, you need to make sure people are sitting where they are supposed to sit. It's non negotiable. I won't be coming back to this venue. read more
10 months ago
free event, skate rental onsite $10 there is a cash bar, located near the beach, many restaurants near by read more
6 months ago
I finally made to a concert here and I absolutely loved it! It really is an experience like no other and I am excited for any future concerts I attend. The staff were all super nice and I loved the venue. The acoustics were great! You have a couple of food and drink options, all reasonably priced. I wish there were more bathrooms on the premises as it can get a bit crazy with loads of people but nonetheless a lovely place! I love that it's right next to the beach so even on a hot evening you get a nice breeze. Do yourself a favor and come check out a show or event here! read more
9 months ago
3 years ago
I went there to see one of my absolute favorite artists Tove Lo. The place was impeccable from the outside to the inside. The closeness to the artist. The atmosphere, how everyone treats you, the drinks and food (they had deals!) My favorite thing about the show was how everyone just felt comfortable and close to Tove Lo. The place allowed smoking inside since it's open, so they allowed your (legal) weed to come in and you could just light it up during the show! Everyone was friendly and brought a little piece with them, so nobody cared for the smell. She's such a great artist and Bandshell only made it more special. read more
Do you remember what a bandshell is? Well Miami Beach of course decided to make theirs an upscale one where you do not need to bring a chair, drinks, or anything for that matter, because they will provide it, as it stated in the venue website . Sounded good to me but The reality : - No chair or bench where to sit , and on the top of that the concert started 1 hour late, so by the time it started we were already tired. - the line for the drinks was about 25 minutes. - a mojito cost $20 + tip (at a concert with 30 dollar tickets), but the best part was that I did not drink it because it was just a super sweet limonada. It should be a great venue for small format concert but definitely they have to redefine his concept . The sound was just ok. I would give 2 stars but Cimafunk really put on a magnificent concert so I am feeling generous. read more
I seem to remember the North Beach Bandshell being showcased in Ja Rule's "Always on Time", from the scene where Ja is throwing a concert there..but anywho. I tend to frequent this part of Miami Beach more often, with the Full Moon party and my favorite Mexican restaurant, thus I was at the actual Bandshell most recently for the Summer Solstice festival. Instead of druidy stuff, I was among a handful of partiers jamming out to DJ Worakls, an up and coming French EDM DJ. Open air acoustics were pretty good and I definitely jammed out. I mentioned to the promoters that a show the actual moon night would be that much cooler. Four years back, I also attended a World Cup watch party here where the game was shown on a projection screen. The stage has classic mimo architecture, and there are both benches as well as an open floor area for dancing. The public bathrooms are functionally clean. While they don't have a restaurant on premise, there are plenty of eateries (as noted) in walking distance and occasionally food trucks as well. There's a city parking lot about a block away. read more
3 years ago
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4 years ago
Had an amazing experience watching Matisyahu performing . Great ambiance and right by the beach . read more
Went to North Shore Bandshell on a Thursday to see Kurt Vile And The Violators perform. They had a pizza station set up along with two small bars, just had a beer during the show. Quality North Shore Bandshell is definitely a very unique venue. Located just a few feet from the beach and right off Collins it is a cool spot for a concert. It is an open bowl format with some seating and a small stage. During the event they had several tables of food and drinks set up, but everything was extremely reasonably priced. Normally it holds smaller free concerts of local bands, but on this occasion they hosted a more established artist. Quantity North Shore Bandshell is definitely a mid-sized venue, which was perfect for this concert. It was a bit less than half filled and that gave plenty of space and seating for everyone. Value They host a lot of free events, but for Kurt Vile it was a decent priced concert. What was impressive however was the cheap drink and food prices. For a concert that is incredible. Ambiance North Shore Bandshell is a mid-size concert venue located in North Beach. On a beautiful evening it would be hard to imagine a better place to see a concert. It is shaped like a circle with a large white wall that surrounds the space. There is a small raised stage and metal bleachers set up towards the middle of the circle. This allows for a standing area near the stage, while not really blocking the view for those seated. Overhead they have Christmas lights strung to provide dimmed lighting. The stage has some basic stage lighting, but it got the job done. The acoustics were pretty solid considering the setup and you can feel the bass from outside. However, the best element is that you can smell the ocean and enjoy the ocean breeze inside. Crowd It was an older crowd, but everyone there was having a good time. There were families and definitely a good deal of people who had never heard of Kurt Vile before. It really is just a great place to see a live concert and enjoy a beautiful evening. It is intimate, but still large enough to prevent feeling claustrophobic. Service They definitely were not set up great at the gate as there was a huge line that was very slow to move. However, once you got past security everyone was friendly and the food and drink stations were fast. Parking Across the street from the venue is a large public parking lot. The great thing is that parking is free after 6pm, so when most events would be taking place you don't have to worry about paying for parking. Extra Although it would never host a major concert, North Shore Bandshell is definitely a fun little venue to see a concert. They host lots of smaller events and I would not hesitate to return. A beautiful outdoor arena with solid acoustics and decent prices for the vendors inside. read more
The North Shore Bandshell is a much welcomed addition to the City of Miami Beach. Whereas it used to be in decay, in September of 2011, the Band Shell was finally restored with many improvements and inaugurated. It serves as a beautiful beach side outdoor amphitheater, with acoustical plaster, theatrical lighting, and a stage. This is a great place for bands to play, though I am unaware of any local bands playing there at this time. There is, however, a food truck and music fest the fourth Wednesday of every month (I have never attended), so I assume they'd have live bands playing on those days. If you have kids (or if you like children's movies), the North Shore Bandshell has free movie nights, every Friday at 7 p.m., and free popcorn is included. Most of the movies are G or PG rated, but some are PG-13. You can check the schedule here: http://www.miamibeachfl.gov/WorkArea/DownloadAsset.aspx?id=77746. It is a great and inexpensive way to spend some quality family time and enjoy the great outdoors, while breathing in clean air and watching the stars. Don't hesitate to take a beach stroll afterwards. Parking in the lot across at 72nd is free after 6, so you can't beat that: free parking, free movie, and free popcorn. There are usually plenty of kids around, so your kids can even make new friends here and play with them prior to the movie. There are plenty of local restaurants around this area as well, if you want to grab a meal after the movie. Speaking of meals, you're welcomed to bring outside meals and drinks to watch the movie. Some people brought burgers and sodas. You may want to grab a blanket or a hoodie, as the sea breeze can make you feel chilly. I'm not sure if they continue playing movies in the summer and its stifling heat and humidity. If you're interested in renting the bandshell for an event, that is also something you can do. There is plenty of seating, as you can see from the photos! read more
Hands down one of the cutest ampither venuea i have ever been to. This spot is the perfect size. I came here to see The Original Wailers. There are twinkle lights hanging fromt the stage to the back on the theater. It has a real intimate setting. There was booths for food, beer and wine. There was alao merchandise for sale. Just great vibes all around! I cannot wait to come back! read more
9 years ago
I never knew about this place until I came to watch one my favorite bands Cut Copy perform!!! I love that band. I also loved this location it was small and spacious at the same time. I am not sure who hired the bar tables but the lines were insanely long since there was just one barista at each bar to get a drink. The burgers were good too. I will come back here they did tell me that they do community events here too. The bathrooms were clean btw! read more
9 years ago
12 years ago
Such a great feature of the north beach neighborhood. Always something going on here and usually free. What could be better than hanging out at the beach with food trucks and music. It's a much lower key and accessible option to south beach events and there's always parking. Miami beach mayor Phillip Levine has made a tremendous effort to bring attention to this underrated neighborhood of Miami beach. It's one of my fave beach neighborhoods, the beach is gorgeous here and the diversity of mom and pop independently owned Latin flavor restaurants make this area so unique. During the day grab a coffee at Sazon and hit the beach, walk the boardwalk, or play volleyball. At night get a drink at aromi attend a concert at the bandshell and take a walk in the beach at night. You can't lose. read more
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