About The Oasis at Magic City Innovation District
The Oasis is a contemporary indoor–outdoor event venue located at 363 NE 61st Street in Miami’s Little Haiti neighborhood (mcidvenues.com). It is part of the Magic City Innovation District – an 18-acre mixed-use tech-and-arts campus being developed in Little Haiti (adjacent to Little River) (www.uniquevenues.com) (magiccitydistrict.com). The venue spans about 6,800 square feet of versatile event space (mcidvenues.com) (mcidvenues.com). Bright white walls, soaring ceilings and large glass doors allow natural light to flood the interior (www.eventsfy.com) (www.setscouter.com). The decor is intentionally modern and tropical: photo studios with cyclorama “infinity” walls and a gourmet test kitchen inside, opening onto an outdoor pool terrace surrounded by a stone patio, palms and manicured lawn (www.setscouter.com) (www.thebash.com). In short, The Oasis bills itself as “Miami’s most versatile event and production venue” – a cool, airy “urban oasis” designed for a wide range of gatherings and creative productions (mcidvenues.com) (www.eventsfy.com). Its creation in 2018-2019 was part of a larger Miami redevelopment plan that explicitly aims to revitalize Little Haiti while “preserving the community’s authentic cultural identity” (magiccitydistrict.com) (www.uniquevenues.com). In practice that means The Oasis often hosts Haitian-influenced cultural events alongside corporate and social functions, reflecting its roots in this historically Caribbean-American neighborhood.
Events and Programming
The Oasis hosts an extremely wide variety of events, from weddings and birthday parties to corporate retreats, photo/video shoots, trade expos and cultural gatherings. According to the venue’s own description, it was built for “small to mid-size events such as birthday parties, dinner parties, cocktail hours, social events, pool parties, corporate retreats and more” – even baby showers and private photo/video productions (mcidvenues.com). Event listing sites confirm it welcomes everything from wedding ceremonies and receptions to adult social events, corporate mixers, exhibitions, training conferences and youth camps (www.uniquevenues.com). In practical terms this means you might see a DJ dance party one week (with sound system and mobile stage) and a fashion shoot or tech hackathon the next. The Oasis’s blank-canvas layout and amenities (high ceilings, lighting rig, sound system and kitchen) make it a popular rental for creative productions and brand activations as well as social functions (www.eventsfy.com) (www.thebash.com). It does **not** have a fixed public concert series – instead events are booked individually – but local promoters do occasionally schedule live music, DJ nights or livestreamed shows there, often with tickets in the range of tens of dollars (depending on the act). Because each event is produced separately, admission prices vary widely by promoter and event. Corporate or private events are black-tie to business-casual attire, while casual party events may be beach-chic. Whatever the type, expect plenty of flexibility: the space can be reconfigured, lit and dressed for co-working workshops by day or a lounge/cocktail atmosphere by night.
Tickets and Booking
The Oasis itself does not sell tickets directly to the public – each event is typically ticketed through the organizer or production company. That means there is no on-site box office where one can simply walk up to buy tickets. Instead, tickets (if needed) usually appear on the event’s official website or a major ticketing platform, or at least via a phone number or email provided by the event host. In practice this means you should plan to purchase tickets in advance for any concert or performance, as popular shows often sell out. Box-office or door sales may not be available once an event is full. (www.thebash.com)
For those looking to **book The Oasis** for a private party or corporate event, you would approach it like any rental venue. The Magic City Innovation District team controls bookings – rental inquiries go through the MCID (Magic City Innovation District) venues website or their events office. The developer provides a downloadable venue brochure online with specs and contact info. Typical rental fees start at a few thousand dollars and scale upward based on guest count, day of week and services needed (www.thebash.com). (For example, one listing advertises venue packages “starting at $3,000” for wedding or large event rentals (www.thebash.com).) Because The Oasis is also used for film and photo shoots, daily or even hourly booking rates are possible when it’s rented for production instead of a public party. When you book a private event, you’ll coordinate technical staff, catering, security, etc., through the venue managers. In any case, the best guide is to contact the Magic City events team directly or work through their official venues platform to get quotes and dates.
Seating and Layout
The Oasis has an open, highly flexible floor plan with no fixed seating. Instead, organizers arrange tables, chairs, dance areas or lounge decks to suit the occasion. The venue is effectively three connected spaces: an indoor cottage studio, an adjacent indoor production studio, and the outdoor pool terrace/garden (www.thebash.com). For a seated dinner or wedding, tables might be set up on the tiled floors of the cottage and one studio, with a head table facing the pool. For a concert or DJ set, a stage or DJ booth is typically placed under the glass roofing near the pool, with standing room or festival-style seating around it. (The Bash listing even notes that a stage and sound system are available on-site (www.thebash.com).) From any vantage, guests often also use the stone patio near the gated pool or the small pergola “gazebo” in the corner for extra seating. Since the space is flat, the best viewing spots are generally at mid-distance rather than pressed up against the wall – for example, midway across the pool terrace offers a full perspective of either an indoor stage or the far side of the courtyard. There is no true “front row” in a small venue like this; some prefer to sit near the water side (for ambiance) and others near the entry (for easier exit).
Acoustically, the high ceilings and hard surfaces of the white interior can produce some echo or reverb, so sound crews usually bring absorbent scrims or position speakers carefully. Outdoors by the pool, sound carries under the open sky, so placement is more about avoiding taxi or street noise (with the help of sound barriers if needed). Lighting can be dramatic indoors, but for evening events the courtyard’s palm trees and pool lights are often highlighted. In general, because there are no permanently bad seats or sightlines (no support columns or raised bleachers to block views), it’s more about how the event is laid out. If a minor disadvantage, seating too close to the pool edge or in the far corner might make it harder to see front-of-house, and loud music requires caution near the water. But in most cases, guests can spread out comfortably around the terrace or indoors and still feel connected to the action.
Getting There and Parking
Location: The Oasis is just a few blocks east of Biscayne Boulevard (US-1) at NE 61st Street and hubs of Little Haiti/Design Dist. By car it is easy to reach from I-95: the nearest freeway exit is northbound Exit 3 (NE 79th Street/Art Museum), then follow NE 2nd Ave north and turn east on NE 61st; or from southbound I-95 take Exit 2B (NW/NE 2nd Ave) north a couple of blocks then head east. The exact address is 363 NE 61st St., Miami FL 33137 (mcidvenues.com), which you can plug into Google Maps or your GPS.
Parking: On-site parking is extremely limited. In fact, leasing documents note only two dedicated parking spaces right in front of the building (www.crexi.com). Therefore most visitors park on the street or in nearby public lots. There is ample street parking on NE 2nd Avenue and adjacent blocks, but be mindful of any posted permit zones or street cleaning schedules. For larger events, organizers often hire valet or reserve nearby private lots. Paid parking garages in the Design District (a few blocks away) can be used too, especially for evening events. Given the tight parking, many guests prefer dropping off at the entrance or taking a rideshare (Uber/Lyft) – there is a convenient drop-off right at the main glass doors on NE 61st Street.
Public Transit: Miami Metrobus serves the area near The Oasis, though there is no Metrorail stop within walking distance. The closest major bus stop is at Biscayne Blvd & NE 61st St, served by Route 54 and Route 62 (moovitapp.com). Those run east–west on 61st and north–south on Biscayne, connecting to Downtown and surrounding neighborhoods. Route 9 (on NE 2nd Ave) also runs nearby, and other buses travel Biscayne Blvd or NW 7th Ave a few blocks away. The general advice is to take any bus that stops near the 61st/2nd or 61st/Biscayne intersection and walk the remaining block or two east. If you’re coming from the Metrorail (like Government Center or Civic Center stations), you would transfer to a northbound bus along Biscayne or NE 2nd Ave. Shuttles and ride services are usually easier — for example, a Lyft from Brickell or Wynwood to the Oasis typically takes 10–15 minutes in normal traffic.
Inside the Venue
Entry and Security: The Oasis’s main entrance is through large glass doors on NE 61st Street. For ticketed events, attendees will check in there, often with a coat-check or scanner at the door. Expect a friendly security greeting and possibly a quick bag check, as is common at Miami event spaces. There is no formal lobby beyond the front area; after entry you step directly into the open main room. For late-evening shows or private parties, ambient lighting is generalized, so there is no dedicated “foyer” or cloakroom – guests usually gather in the main space or outside.
Atmosphere: Inside, The Oasis feels bright and contemporary. White walls and high ceilings give it a modern gallery/café vibe by day. Air conditioning is provided throughout the indoor studios, which keeps the space cool even on hot days (www.thebash.com). The building is essentially one open hall subdivided by the “Studio 1” and “Studio 2” areas and a central “Cottage” lounge off to one side (www.thebash.com). French doors and skylights bring in sunlight when open. After dark, the courtyard’s pool and surrounding palms create a tropical garden mood. For many visitors, the combination of a clean indoor studio area and an adjoining poolside patio is what makes The Oasis feel like its namesake — a little paradise in the city. You also might notice a full-size restaurant-grade (Viking) kitchen behind the cottage area (www.eventsfy.com), which is used by caterers and bartenders during events.
Amenities: A variety of built-in features support events. There are restrooms for men and women (and at least one ADA-compliant restroom) on-site (www.crexi.com) (www.thebash.com). The Bash vendor listing explicitly notes “Bathrooms” and “ADA Compliant Bathroom,” indicating accessible facilities for guests with disabilities (www.crexi.com) (www.thebash.com). For production crews, there are dressing rooms and a sound/lighting booth tucked into the studios. The venue provides a permanent stage platform by the pool, an integrated sound system and wiring, and a drop-down lighting grid (www.thebash.com), so most technical support (gigantic speakers, projection screens, etc.) can be plugged in directly without extensive rentals. Free Wi-Fi is also available for the venue (www.thebash.com), which is handy for running presentations or sharing photo/video live. The venue comes with tables, chairs and even tableware if needed (www.thebash.com). There is a staffed coat check available for larger events, and telephone/internet connectivity is strong (cell service is reliable in this area). Some other nice touches: air fans and misters are often set up near the pool for outdoor comfort on hot days, and greenery is used to soften corners. There is no full bar by default (bartenders bring the liquor), but cocktail tables and a bar area can be arranged near the cottage. Finally, note that pets are explicitly allowed when approved (www.thebash.com) – for example, private daytime events or even some community gatherings have welcomed dogs or small animals on the patio.
Nearby Amenities
The Oasis is situated in a lively district where Little Haiti’s culture meets Wynwood/Design District style. Within a short walk or drive you’ll find several places to eat, drink and stay.
- Restaurants and Bars: To taste local flavor, try one of Little Haiti’s Caribbean eateries. The nearby Little Haiti Cultural Complex (at NE 59th St & 2nd Ave) houses Haitian vendors and has a popular open-air food market. On Biscayne Blvd and nearby roads you’ll find casual places like hopikas / Tap Tap Haitian Grill (for fried plantains and griot) and Latin/Cuban cafés. If you don’t mind a very short drive, the Wynwood/Edgewater area (just west of Biscayne) offers trendy dining options — for example Mandolin Aegean Bistro, Sakaya Kitchen (Southeast Asian street food), or Common Bird Tacos. For quick bites there’s a selection of food trucks, coffee shops, and sandwich shops along Biscayne and NW 2nd Ave.
- Shopping and Supplies: There are smaller specialty shops around Little Haiti, including a Caribbean corner market and artisanal bakeries. A Target, Whole Foods and Bed Bath & Beyond are about 3 miles away along Biscayne in Mid-Beach if you need any major supplies. For audio/tech gear rentals or last-minute needs, downtown Miami is 10–15 minutes south.
- Hotels: There are no on-site hotel rooms at The Oasis, but there are many guesthouses and hotels nearby. Travelers often stay in the Wynwood or Design District area, which has several boutique hotels within 1–2 miles. Top picks that review sites list most often include The Vagabond Hotel (a funky, mid-century style inn just southwest of Little Haiti) and the Hampton Inn & Suites Miami–Wynwood Design District (www.tripadvisor.com) (www.tripadvisor.com). Other nearby options are the AC Hotel Miami Wynwood, Hyde Midtown, or the Motel 1 next door (all within 3 miles). These are typically around US$150–$250 per night, depending on season. For upscale stays in Brickell or Downtown, expect a 5–10 minute drive.
- Pre/post-show: If your event into late night, nightlife options are plentiful. Wynwood has nightlife spots, roof bars and lounges (e.g. Wood Tavern, Gramps). The Oasis itself isn’t a late-night bar, but the atmosphere does encourage after-party mingling by the pool. For more casual after-parties, many groups take guests across Biscayne to the Design District’s art park (Palm Court) or a block to the newly reopened “Wynwood Diner” for late eats.
- Transportation links: The area is fairly bike-able, and rideshare pick-up/drop-off is very common. The Wynwood Trolley (a free circulator) passes on NW 2nd Ave just two blocks west, connecting to Midtown and Downtown Miami if you want to avoid driving.
What Makes This Venue Special
The Oasis stands out from other Miami venues for several reasons. Architecturally, it’s rare to find a bright white studio complex with an actual pool and garden in this urban neighborhood (www.thebash.com) (www.setscouter.com). The designers took an old photo studio () and turned it into a multipurpose “oasis,” maintaining features like an infinity-curved wall for shoots (www.crexi.com) and adding tropical vernacular touches (palm trees, stone terraces) for an indoor-outdoor wow factor. It’s ideal for creative projects: local production companies have praised the built-in cyclorama, kitchen, and easy load-in docks as a filmmaker’s dream. Unlike large concert halls, The Oasis feels intimate yet open – performers and guests literally mingle by a swimming pool, which is pretty unique in Miami.
Culturally and economically, The Oasis is part of something bigger. It was opened by the Magic City Innovation District developers as a flagship project of the Little Haiti revitalization. These developers have invested heavily in the neighborhood (for example, a recent $3M donation to a Little Haiti community fund (magiccitydistrict.com)), and The Oasis was touted as a way to bring jobs, tech startups and arts into this historically immigrant community. In that sense, the venue matters as a pioneer in Little Haiti – it has hosted community support events (like school fundraisers or Haitian heritage film screenings) aimed at giving back to the local residents. While it may not have decades of storied history yet, it has already been featured in local press as a modern “lab” for Miami’s creative economy. In everyday terms, artists and event planners love it for its versatility and style: it feels at once like a sleek photo studio, a designer nightclub and a backyard tiki bar all in one (www.eventsfy.com) (www.setscouter.com). That blend of professional infrastructure and casual tropical charm really defines The Oasis’s character.
Visitor Tips and Information
Accessibility: The venue is fully wheelchair-accessible. It has at least one ADA-compliant restroom (www.crexi.com), ramps at all entrances, and no stairs inside. The flat layout means guests with mobility challenges can navigate to most areas easily. If you have specific concerns (e.g. hearing loops or accessible seating requests for an event), mention them when booking or buying tickets – the staff is usually happy to accommodate reasonable needs.
What to Bring: Always bring a digital or printed ticket (if your event is ticketed) and a valid ID. Most events serve alcohol, so guests 21+ should carry ID. The space is generally casual, but dress appropriately for the event: beachwear (sundresses, sandals) is fine for daytime pool parties, while evening functions may lean smart-casual. Sunscreen/hat/water are smart if an event is in a daytime outdoor slot. Since it’s an urban venue, evening bring a light jacket if the AC or outdoor breezes are cool. For workshops or conferences, plan to bring any dayplanner, laptop or swag as needed – the venue has Wi-Fi and ample outlets. If the event has outdoor seating, bug spray might help if you’re sensitive (breezes are usually enough to keep mosquitos modest).
What Not to Bring: Standard city-venue rules apply. Avoid bringing large backpacks or coolers (security may ask you to store them), and typically no outside alcohol or food unless pre-approved (the kitchen keeps vendors supplied). Personal drones or professional camera equipment may require permission from the venue manager ahead of time. The pool is for ambiance, not for guest use – swimming is not permitted during events (unless the invitation explicitly says “pool party”).
Arrival: It’s best to arrive at least 15–20 minutes before door time so you can find parking or drop-off easily and go through entry lines when they form. There is a small “lobby” area at the door, but otherwise doors open directly into the event space. Staff will typically scan or collect tickets, check your ID if needed, and guide you inside. Coat-check and a valet (if arranged) are usually inside; look for attendants at the front area to store luggage or coats.
Inside: Once inside, you may notice the signature pool right ahead (through glass doors) – it’s fenced from the audience area, so no safety worries for kids playing. Restrooms are along the perimeter; signage points them out. Food and drink bars are usually on one side of the courtyard or in the cottage room. Important: there are concrete walkways and a few steps, so watch your step, especially in evening lighting. Photography is allowed – the venue practically exists for photoshoots – so feel free to take pictures unless the event rules say otherwise. Wi-Fi is available (often a common SSID for the event), which is handy for social media or coordinating car rides at the end of the night.
Common Mistakes: New visitors sometimes forget that the pool area is still part of the venue – there’s no separate “balcony,” it’s just the next zone over. Don’t wander off into neighboring businesses thinking it’s all connected. Also, double-check the address (especially if using GPS) – The Oasis is on NE 61st Street, not to be confused with Magic City Casino (which is several miles away). Finally, although the space feels breezy, it’s AC’d indoors. If you plan to move between inside and the shaded pool patio, having a light sweater can make it more comfortable.