The 16 Best Things to Do in Miami This Week

Monday, November 20

Let go of everyday stressors at Inhale Miami during its Tai Chi and Qi Gong lessons every Monday. Led by Sifu Fred Holt, you'll embark on a relaxing journey featuring a modern twist on the ancient practice. Push yourself to partake in the dynamic movements meant to benefit your emotional, physical, and mental health. Whether to shake off the Monday blues or find a new physical challenge, Holt is ready to help you grow. 7:15 p.m. Monday, at Inhale Miami, 6310 NE Second Ave., Miami; 786-600-3714; inhalemiami.com. Tickets cost $22 via eventbrite.com. Sophia Medina

Palms & Poetry isn't your ordinary open mic. It's more like a club where your quirks get the spotlight in a judgment-free environment. Conjured up by the Miami Poetry Club and Books & Books, it's a celebration of the impact of words in our eccentric community. Whether you're a poetic maestro, a listener, or on the hunt for a fun new pastime, the event, which takes place every third Monday of the month, beckons you to express yourself. Brace yourself for an evening that'll make you laugh and stir your emotions. 8 to 10 p.m. Monday at Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue, Coral Gables; 305-442-4408; booksandbooks.com. Admission is free with RSVP via eventbrite.com. Ashley-Anna Aboreden

Tuesday, November 21

Doja Cat serves up a blend of pop, R&B, and hip-hop when she takes the stage at the Kaseya Center on Tuesday as part of the Scarlet Tour. After achieving mainstream success with tracks like "Say So" and "Kiss Me More," the 28-year-old recently released her fourth album, Scarlet. The record is a departure from her more pop-driven sound, featuring a more aggressive, and at times confrontational, approach to her music. Despite the change in direction, Doja Cat continues to find success, with her track "Paint the Town Red" topping the Billboard Hot 100 in September. Opening for her is rapper Ice Spice, who, this time next year, will probably be embarking on her own arena tour. 7:30 p.m. Monday, at Kaseya Center, 601 Biscayne Blvd., Miami; 786-777-1000; kaseyacenter.com. Tickets start at $44.75 to $174.75 via ticketmaster.com. Ashley-Anna Aboreden

Wednesday, November 22

Cuban-born, Paris-based singer La Dame Blanche takes the stage at ZeyZey on Wednesday night, which serves as the final date of her Atómica Tour. Her sound mixes hip-hop and dancehall with a dash of female empowerment. Her music beautifully displays her Afro-Cuban heritage, summoning the spirits with her lively sound. 7 p.m. Wednesday, at ZeyZey, 353 NE 61st St., Miami; zeyzeymiami.com. Tickets cost $10 to $20 via shotgun.live. Jose D. Duran

Before you settle down and cut the turkey, head to Oasis Wynwood for Bashment, a Thanksgiving Eve party filled with dancehall, reggae, soca, and Afrobeats music. The lineup includes Creep Chromatic, DJ Bullet, Silent Addy, Shadow Fyah, LL Cool Blaze, and Disco Neil. You can expect to burn off the calories ahead of Thursday's feast as you dance to heavy beats and Caribbean riddims. 9 p.m. Wednesday, at Oasis Wynwood, 2335 N. Miami Ave., Miami; oasiswynwood.com. Admission is free before midnight with RSVP; tickets cost $10 via eventbrite.com. Sophia Medina

Thursday, November 23

You are about to feast on turkey, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie — but before that, how about you make some room with a leisurely run? On Thursday morning, the Turkey Trot 5K/10K & Kids Race takes place at Tropical Park. If you register for the run, you'll receive a finisher medal, a race T-shirt, post-race food and drinks, and access to the holiday-themed festival at the finish line. 6 a.m. Thursday, at Tropical Park, 7900 SW 40th St., Miami; turkeytrotmiami.com. Registration costs $51 to $56; kids' race is sold out. Jose D. Duran

Friday, November 24

Streaming may be kind, but vinyl sales continue to grow as music lovers flock to tangible experiences. On Friday, instead of heading to the mall, go local during RSD Black Friday, which encourages you to shop at your local independent record stores and nab some exclusive releases. Some local participating stores include Sweat Records (5505 NE Second Ave., Miami), Technique Records (880 NE 79th St., Miami), Yesterday and Today Records (9274 SW 40th St., Miami), and Radio-Active Records (5975 N. Federal Hwy., Fort Lauderdale). Friday, at various locations; recordstoreday.com. Jose D. Duran

Venezuela band Rawayana stops at Mana Wynwood on Friday as part of its ¿Quién Trae las Cornetas? World Tour. The band is on the road in support of its fifth album of the same name, which features collaborations with Bebo Dumont, Danny Ocean, Elena Rose, Marc Seguí, and Ben Aler. In 2017, the band was nominated for "Best New Artist" at the Latin Grammy Awards on the strength of its third album, Trippy Caribbean. Opening Friday's show are Puerto Rican duo Buscabulla and singer Bebo Dumont. 7 p.m. Friday, at Mana Wynwood, 318 NW 23rd St., Miami; 305-573-0371; manawynwood.com. Tickets cost $74 to $154 via eventbrite.com. Sophia Medina

Saturday Night Live cast member and Miami native Marcello Hernandez returns home for a three-night stint at the Miami Improv. Before SNL, the young comedian served as host and creative director for @OnlyInDade. He joined SNL during its 48th season and has quickly become a standout among a very talented cast despite only being a featured player. He's shared the stage with hosts like Ana de Armas, Pedro Pascal, and Bad Bunny. Hernandez is presumably back this week to spend Thanksgiving — or Sanksgiving — with his family before jetting back to New York City. 8 and 10:30 p.m. Friday, 7 and 9:30 p.m. Saturday, and 8 p.m. Sunday, at Miami Improv, 3450 NW 83rd Ave., Doral; 305-441-8200; miamiimprov.com. Sold out. Sophia Medina

Ready to have a ball? On Friday, OBBA (AKA Only Bad Bitches Allowed) hosts a Black Friday Mini Ball at R House, inviting you to party, dance, and compete for cash prizes. Like any good ball, get ready to hit the catwalk to compete in various categories like lip-synch, realness, sex siren vs. body, face, runway, and, of course, vogue. Naturally, there's a dress code: black extravaganza. Ballroom vet Paris the Commentator serves as emcee, and DJ Aulden Brown provides the fabulous soundtrack. 10 p.m. Friday, at R House, 2727 NW Second Ave., Miami; 305-576-0201; rhousewynwood.com. Tickets cost $20. Sophia Medina

Hopefully, you didn't overindulge during Thanksgiving dinner because you need to be swimsuit-ready for the Urge Miami Thanksgiving Festival, three days of parties, dancing, and drinking. Produced by Luis Morea, Billy Kemp, and Hilton Wolman, the festival gives LGBTQ members a space to express their authentic selves. Kicking off the weekend is LaLeche at M2, which brings the hedonistic Barcelona circuit party to Miami Beach. The night will see Orel Sabag, Jerac, and Ivan Gomez behind the decks, accompanied by dancers from Spain and Europe. 10 p.m. Friday, at M2, 1235 Washington Ave., Miami Beach; urgemiamifestival.com. Tickets cost $95 to $145 via seetickets.com. Sophia Medina

Saturday, November 25

On Saturday, KAP by Stef hosts Yoga & KAP in Fort Lauderdale, helping you take care of yourself as the madness of the holidays starts. What is KAP? It stands for kundalini activation process, which involves the direct transfer of kundalini energy to trigger the activation of your innate energy. Stef Ungari, a level 2 facilitator, will lead the session, while Kira Nakhodka will guide a vinyasa flow yoga class. 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, at 1521 NE Third Ave., Fort Lauderdale; kapbystef.com. Tickets cost $77 via eventbrite.com. Jose D. Duran

If you haven't heard the bad news, Super Wheels Skating Center may be closing for good. For nearly 40 years, it's welcomed everyone to strap on some skates and take a spin around the rink. Unfortunately, the building was sold for $6 million, and owner Thomas Mitchell has been fighting to remain as a tenant. On Saturday, Super Wheels invites you to skate until the wheels fall off during its End of an Era party featuring DJs Laz, 2ro, and Churro. Mitchell hopes to have more information about the fate of Super Wheels by the time the party comes around, so go and show your support. 8 p.m. Saturday, at Super Wheels Skating Center, 12265 SW 112th St., Miami; 305-270-9386; superwheelsmiami.com. Tickets cost $45 to $60 via eventbrite.com. Jose D. Duran

The Inter-American Choreographic Institute presents the fourth-annual Men Who Dance at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts on Saturday and Sunday. The show returns with an expanded cast and repertoire of dance companies and invited artists. Men Who Dance explores men's role in the evolution of movement, featuring diverse and more personal themes of masculinity. 8 p.m. Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday, at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale; 954-462-0222; browardcenter.org. Tickets cost $25 to $45 via ticketmaster.com. Jose D. Duran

Transport yourself to a time of youthful shenanigans with a screening of the 1979 film American Graffiti at Coral Gables Art Cinema. In celebration of its 50th anniversary, the arthouse theater is showing a 4K restoration of the film, which includes a brand-new sound mix. Directed by George Lucas (pre-Star Wars fame), the movie follows a group of friends just a week before they are set to return to school from summer vacation. Ahead of the uncertain future that awaits them, the group decides to go out for a night filled with cruising, having fun, and looking for romance. The film stars Richard Dreyfuss, Harrison Ford, Suzanne Somers, and Ron Howard. 9 p.m. Saturday, at Coral Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables; 786-472-2249; gablescinema.com. Tickets cost $10 to $11.75. Sophia Medina

Sunday, November 26

On Sunday, Villain Theater hosts the Babuthy Comedy Hour, a variety comedy show with different acts and guests, all played by the same two people. Jackie Gonzalez-Durruthy and Patrick Babbitt will come together to show their comedic chops and range. The real-life couple will deliver a full hour of laughs that you are not going to want to miss. 8:30 to 10 p.m. Sunday, at Villain Theater, 5865 NE Second Ave., Miami; 786-391-2241; villaintheater.com. Tickets cost $20 via eventbrite.com. Jose D. Duran