Live music from noon ✦ No cover, except ticketed events

Events

Live Music. Every Day. Every Night.
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At Ball & Chain, the rhythm of Little Havana comes alive with live entertainment daily, from noon until close. Spend your afternoons enjoying the infectious rhythms of live salsa performed by our very own Ball & Chain Trio. As the evening unfolds, the energy builds with an exciting lineup of live bands, electrifying salsa performances, and dancing that keeps the party going late into the night. Whether you're stopping by for an afternoon cocktail or dancing the night away, there's always something happening at the legendary Ball & Chain.

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EventS

Free dance classes at 9PM most nights. No cover, except ticketed events. 21+ with photo ID after 8PM.

November 11, 2026
The Ball & Chain Trio
November 11, 2026
Closed for Private Event
November 11, 2026
Sabor Wednesday
November 12, 2026
The Ball & Chain Trio
November 12, 2026
Rey Rodriguez Free Concert
November 12, 2026
Little Havana Under the Stars
November 13, 2026
The Ball & Chain Trio
November 13, 2026
Miami Boheme
November 14, 2026
The Ball & Chain Trio
November 14, 2026
La Pachanga
November 15, 2026
Matine Cubana
November 15, 2026
The Ball & Chain Trio
November 15, 2026
Caja China
November 15, 2026
Salsero Sundays
November 16, 2026
The Ball & Chain Trio
November 16, 2026
Live Jazz with Tal Cohen
November 16, 2026
Mambo Monday
November 17, 2026
The Ball & Chain Trio
November 17, 2026
Live Jazz with Calixto Oviedo
November 17, 2026
Bachatuesday
November 18, 2026
The Ball & Chain Trio
November 18, 2026
Closed for Private Event
November 18, 2026
Sabor Wednesday
November 19, 2026
The Ball & Chain Trio
November 19, 2026
Little Havana Under the Stars
November 20, 2026
The Ball & Chain Trio
November 20, 2026
Miami Boheme
November 21, 2026
The Ball & Chain Trio
November 21, 2026
La Pachanga
November 22, 2026
Matine Cubana
November 22, 2026
The Ball & Chain Trio
November 22, 2026
Salsero Sundays
November 23, 2026
The Ball & Chain Trio
November 23, 2026
Live Jazz with Tal Cohen
November 23, 2026
Mambo Monday
November 24, 2026
The Ball & Chain Trio
November 24, 2026
Live Jazz with Calixto Oviedo
November 24, 2026
Bachatuesday
November 25, 2026
The Ball & Chain Trio
November 25, 2026
Closed for Private Event
November 27, 2026
The Ball & Chain Trio
November 27, 2026
Pineapple Happy Hour
November 27, 2026
Miami Boheme
November 28, 2026
The Ball & Chain Trio
November 28, 2026
La Pachanga
November 29, 2026
Matine Cubana
November 29, 2026
The Ball & Chain Trio
November 29, 2026
Salsero Sundays
November 30, 2026
The Ball & Chain Trio
November 30, 2026
Live Jazz with Tal Cohen
November 30, 2026
Mambo Monday
December 31, 2026
New Years Eve Party at Ball and Chain

Thursday to Saturday

Late shows on the bar

After the bands, the show moves up onto the bar. Three a night.

  • 11PM
  • 11:45PM
  • 12:15AM

Plan your night

AFTERNOON | THE RHYTHM STARTS EARLY

Experience the sounds of Little Havana with live salsa performed by the Ball & Chain Trio from noon to 6 PM. Enjoy authentic Cuban cuisine, refreshing cocktails, and the vibrant atmosphere that makes every afternoon special.

EVENING | THE ENERGY BUILDS

As the sun sets, Ball & Chain comes alive with an exciting lineup of live bands, delicious Cuban cuisine, and legendary cocktails. Whether you're joining us for dinner or an evening of entertainment, the night is just getting started.

AFTER 9 PM | DANCE THE NIGHT AWAY

Feel the rhythm and hit the dance floor! Enjoy complimentary salsa lessons Sunday through Thursday at 9 PM, followed by unforgettable live entertainment and late-night energy. Our kitchen stays open until midnight.

GETTING HERE | THE HEART OF LITTLE HAVANA

Find us at 1513 SW 8th Street, right on Miami's famous Calle Ocho. Street parking is available in the surrounding neighborhood.

A couple dancing salsa in the main room