Memorial Day Weekend Guide
Sean “Diddy” Combs & DJ Khaled at Mansion on May 26, 2012
Memorial Day Weekend is upon us, Miami. While it feels like the month just began, we’re now at the last weekend of May, and it’s a three-day holiday weekend, meaning there’s plenty more time for partying. This weekend, it’s all about hip hop on South Beach. The clubs are bringing in the biggest names in the biz for you to get crunk, shake your booty, and even spew out some rap lyrics with them. Whether you’re a local who’s sticking around for the action, or a visitor who’s in town for the get down, there’s quite a lot going on each night. There’s even a few parties carrying on into Monday night for those who have the endurance to keep going (in which case, we applaud you). So here’s our Memorial Day Weekend guide made easy: we’ve broken it down for you by the five main clubs with the biggest hip hop parties each night: Mansion, LIV, Bamboo, Cameo, and STORY. Here we go!
Mansion
The renowned Mansion nightclub has got a solid line-up for four full nights. Starting Friday, there’s Juelz Santana to kick things off. Saturday brings a heavy duo of DJ Khaled and Rick Ross together; Sunday doubles up as well with Meek Mill and Ace Hood. Then brace yourself for Monday night because Lil Wayne and Birdman are taking over to round out the long weekend.
Rick Ross at DJ Khaled’s Birthday at Mansion on November 25, 2011
DJ Khaled at his Birthday at Mansion on November 25, 2011
Rick Ross, Pharrell, & DJ Khaled at DJ Khaled’s Birthday at Mansion on November 25, 2011
Sean “Diddy” Combs & DJ Khaled at Mansion on May 26, 2012
Lil Wayne at Mansion on July 9, 2012
LIV
Head on up to LIV on Friday night for Busta Rhymes‘ birthday celebrations, which if it’s anything like the previous years he’s had it at LIV, will surely be memorable. Then for the infamous LIV on Sunday party, YMCMB is having a label party so you know that means all the heavy hitters are going to be there. Just take a look from last year.
Busta Rhymes at LIV on May 27, 2012
Busta Rhymes & Lil Wayne at Busta Rhymes’ Birthday at LIV on May 20, 2012
Busta Rhymes, Lil Wayne, & Mack Maine at Busta Rhymes’ Birthday at LIV on May 20, 2012
French Montana, Birdman, Wale, Mack Maine, & KC at YMCMB at LIV on May 27, 2012
Birdman, Lil Wayne, Big Troy, Mack Maine, Ace Hood, & DJ Khaled at YMCMB at LIV on July 8, 2012
Bamboo
Next up is Bamboo. This year, they’re throwing a special Saturday daytime party with Diddy from 3 to 10pm, with the rest of the night to follow. It’ll definitely be a good way to mix things up for your Saturday. Then, for the Memorial Day Weekend edition of the Prestige Sundays party, Plies is hosting for the night.
Timbaland & Sean “Diddy” Combs at Bamboo on November 21, 2012
Rico Love & Sean “Diddy” Combs at Bamboo on November 21, 2012
Sean “Diddy” Combs at Bamboo on November 21, 2012
Cameo
Cameo has three full nights of parties on Friday, Saturday, and Monday. Starting with Friday, there’s the “We the Best South Beach Takeover” with Ace Hood, DJ Khaled, Mavado, and even more. Saturday Meek Mill is hosting, and on Monday there’s a special “Miami Mardi Gras” party with plenty of DJs to keep you dancing the holiday away.
Meek Mill at Cameo on May 11, 2013
Ace Hood & Mavado at Cameo on May 11, 2013
DJ Khaled at Cameo on May 11, 2013
DJ Affect, DJ Khaled, & DJ Bulletproof at Cameo on May 11, 2013
STORY
The South of Fifth club STORY is sticking to its house for Friday and Saturday, but don’t miss a special night on Monday as they open just for the holiday. Young Jeezy and Trey Songz are hosting together, and the duo is sure to end your weekend on a high note.
Trey Songz at Amnesia on May 27, 2012
Young Jeezy at LIV on December 18, 2011
