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Your Joy-Driven not for profit organization, building pride & belonging in Miami through intergenerational Samba percussion education, & performances.

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OUR MISSION

We teach and perform samba drumming and dance rooted in the living Afro‑diasporic rhythms of Miami. Through intergenerational programs, we create joyful, welcoming life-long learning spaces that reflect our city’s people, build a shared sense of belonging, and honor Miami’s authentic character.
Somos Miami, bro!

Miamibloco is a registered 501(c)3 value-driven, not-for-profit,organization.
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You Are Miami’s PulsE

Become part of the tradition

Our Culture Is Ours to Create Miami, Simbora!

Your gift fuels IRL community, lifelong music education, and Miami’s joyful spirit. You put real instruments in locals hands, empower musicians to teach, and prove anyone can find their groove—no experience needed.

Your support makes MiamiblocoKids, all-ages workshops, community activations, and rehearsal spaces for 100+ community percussionists possible, fueling a culture where everyone belongs to the 305.

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Upcoming events.

Miamibloco’s cultural mission is to bring you opportunities to connect and create IRL community. Become part of the bloco movement, learn to play, dance, come craft with us, join the parade crew, or simply kick back and enjoy a Roda de Samba, A night of Bossa Nova … because you deserve it. THIS CALENDAR IS UPDATED WEEKLY. Come back on Wednesdays to check for updates, or join our mailing list for fresh updates in your promotions mailbox

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CURRENT PROGRAMS

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    BATERIA ACADEMY I & II

    Level up your rhythm in 6 weeks!
    Hands-on Sunday rehearsals + exclusive practice videos.
    From practice to performance, This is the first step.

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  • Group of people playing drums outdoors at night, laughing and enjoying themselves, colorful clothing, illuminated by ambient lighting.

    BATERIA SAIDEIRA

    Play with the pros. Join Miami’s samba performance group!
    Audition in, commit to the groove, and activate with us every Monday night at Magic 13 Brewery.
    All ages welcome—bring a board game, dance, knit, draw to the beat of powerful LIVE Samba.

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  • Crowd of people dancing and enjoying a live music performance on stage at The Clark Douglas Burris Stage with band members playing various instruments under colorful stage lights.

    MIAMIBLOCO SAIDEIRA SOCIAL

    Miami’s hottest Memorial Day WKND tradition! It’s our Carnaval!
    All-night show with Bateria Saideira as the engine, plus international acts, and surprise guests.
    Samba, global beats, and cultura—every year. Powered by YOU.
    Save the Date: Memorial Day Weekend 2026

    Check out the shows
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    COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS

    Jump in, play samba, no experience needed. All drums included.

    1-hour, all-level sessions—just pre-register, grab a drum, and join the rhythm that moves Miami.
    Check our events calendar to find your beat!

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    Miamibloco Kids

    Since 2017, our summer program has introduced 400+ Miami kids (ages 5–14) yearly to the joy of samba and percussion at ADT summer camps across Miami-Dade County.
    Support young musicians with a recurring donation.

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  • Group of six musicians performing live at an outdoor venue, with some playing guitars, percussion, and singing, surrounded by lush greenery and colorful hanging lanterns.

    PAGODE DE MESA (RODA DE SAMBA)

    Experience the soul of Rio—live Roda de Samba, Miami style.
    Surprise guests, old-school afro sambas, featuring cultural exchange.
    Don’t miss our next roda — Feel the tradition!

    EVENTS CALENDAR