LOUD Love of Urban Design® is an entertainment production company driving a cultural movement and creative platform in Miami Gardens, FL. Founded by Dr. Karine Melissa, LOUD is dedicated to amplifying the voices of artists, designers, and entrepreneurs shaping the future of urban culture, art and entertainment. Rooted in creativity, equity, and community impact, LOUD™ produces immersive experiences—most notably LOUD Week™ during Miami Art Week, blending art, fashion, and innovation to celebrate the brilliance of diverse creators. LOUD™ stands at the intersection of culture and commerce, empowering the next generation to live out LOUD™—boldly, unapologetically, and with purpose.
LOUD Love of Urban Design® is thrilled to debut its Miami Art Week schedule and announce a CALL FOR ARTISTS for American cultural artists for its LOUD Week art show, fashion show and events happening December 3–6, 2025 during Art Basel 2025 as the organization hosts four captivating cultural art events that draw thousands of attendees and millions of impressions to the South Florida region while celebrating authentic creativity and culture.
Now in its fifth year, LOUD Week has become one of Miami’s most talked-about urban art and fashion festivals merging artistry, equity, fashion, and cultural innovation into an immersive four-day celebration that amplifies diverse voices and transforms Miami Gardens into the epicenter of urban creativity.
“We’re excited to host this year’s Call For Artists and connect with new and returning creative artists for LOUD Week™ 2025, which is approximately two months away! LOUD Week is an incredible movement in which the boldness of our culture meets the brilliance of creative expression,” said Dr. Karine Melissa, founder and co-owner of LOUD Love of Urban Design®. “We’ve built a platform that gives artists, designers, and entrepreneurs from our communities a global stage to live ARTistically LOUD — unapologetically and creatively.”
The 2025 theme for this year’s epic Miami Art Week festival in Miami Gardens is BLOOM, commemorating five transformative years of LOUD producing world-class fashion and art shows and interactive experiences that celebrate the power of community and creativity.
“We’re excited to collaborate with artists, celebrities, fashion designers and brands who can help us celebrate this major milestone with even bigger art activations, live performances, high-level panels, marketplace pop-ups, and a bold runway show that redefines urban luxury and expression. It’s our belief that every brush stroke tells a story. Every color is a voice. At LOUD Week, we don’t just make art — we make statements,” Dr. Melissa continued.
Miami Gardens Councilwoman Linda Julien (Seat 5), who is a long-time advocate for Black artists, Black businesses, small business owners, supporting positive economic impact, and creative entrepreneurship via a driving force and platform like LOUD. “We’re incredibly proud to welcome LOUD Week™ back to Miami Gardens. This event has become a cultural anchor, bringing global attention, economic impact, and community pride to our city,” Julien stated.
This year’s LOUD Week festival is made possible by the support from its sponsors & partners: City of Miami Gardens, Miami Gardens Councilwoman , Co, Art of Black Miami – Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau, The Miami Foundation, Arts & Business Council of Miami, FP&L, Key Connection Properties, CoSpace, and The Creators Summit Tallahassee.
“LOUD Week™ is an innovative urban cultural art & fashion festival that is dedicated to championing local art, equity, and opportunity for local and globally recognized Black artists, designers, and brands that drive the culture and trends. At LOUD Week™, self-expression isn’t just encouraged — it’s celebrated. From bold paintings to captivating runway fashion, our culture commands attention and speaks volumes,” Dr. Melissa continued.
Call For Artists – Musical, Visual, Dance Performance, Comedians, Celebrities/Public Figures
Talented local, national and global cultural musical performers, visual artists, sculptures, painters, dancers and fashion designers are encouraged to apply (fill out the form online) for the chance to participate in LOUD Week’s incredible Miami Art Week art exhibit and runway fashion show on Dec. 6th, 2025: https://www.loveofurbandesign.
OFFICIAL LOUD WEEK 2025 SCHEDULE OF LOUD WEEK EVENTS
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Wednesday, December 3rd, 2025 at 6 p.m. at Miami Gardens City Hall: LOUD™ Bloom: Opening Reception & Honors Cocktail Party
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Thursday, December 4th, 2025 at 7 p.m. at Miami Gardens City Hall: LOUD™ Vibes hosted by Co-Space Roots & Revival
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Friday, December 5th, 2025 at 11 a.m. at TopGolf Miami Gardens: The Creator Summit Round Table and Brunch hosted by Florida A&M University (FAMU)
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Saturday, December 6th, 2025 at 6 p.m. at Miami Gardens City Hall: The Main Event Fashion Show and Art Activations
Tickets availble here
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