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Traditions and customs in Miami

5 customs and traditions in Miami — what they are, and how to take part without causing offence.

Last updated 2026-08-09

1. Cuban coffee

Cuban coffee
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A cortadito or colada shared from a window counter in the afternoon.

2. Latin music and dance

Latin music and dance
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Salsa, timba and reggaeton, with venues that expect you to actually dance.

3. Art Basel Miami Beach

Art Basel Miami Beach
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Each December, when the whole city becomes a fair.

4. Domino Park

Domino Park
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Older Cuban men playing dominoes in Little Havana, daily and competitively.

5. Boat culture

Boat culture
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Biscayne Bay on weekends, and a serious boating economy.

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