Miami Music Week 2026 kicks off in earnest on Wednesday, March 25. That is when Two and a Half Cats Records hosts its official Music Week Opening Party at the Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel in South Beach. Headlining is none other than Luciano — the Chilean-Swiss minimal techno legend and founder of Cadenza Records. Joining him: Miguelle & Tons, Toman, Saraga, Milushka, and Mendoza B2B Noel. Doors open at noon. Tickets from $46.57 on DICE.
Luciano: The Cadenza Maestro of Minimal Techno
Lucien Nicolet — performing as Luciano — was born in Santiago, Chile. He came of age musically in Switzerland, where South American sensibility met the precision of the European underground. That intersection forged a sound that became genuinely his own. He founded Cadenza Records in 2003. Over the two-plus decades since, the label has grown into one of the defining imprints of the minimal and deep techno movement. Notably, Cadenza’s catalogue reflects a specific approach: patient, hypnotic, texture-driven, and built for the long night rather than the quick rush.
As a DJ, Luciano is a master of the slow build. His sets often run four, five, or six hours — marathons of carefully stacked grooves that take a crowd somewhere unexpected. Furthermore, he has been a regular at Circoloco at DC10 Ibiza for years. That is one of the most demanding bookings in the world in terms of duration and expectation. He always delivers. His influence on the minimal and deep techno scenes is immeasurable. Consequently, producers and DJs cite him as a reference point for what it means to build a coherent sonic world across decades of output.
Miami Music Week has long been a natural home for Luciano. The city’s affinity for deep, functional, late-night music aligns perfectly with his approach. In addition, the outdoor pool party format — all-day, sun-soaked, building toward a long evening — suits his marathon sensibility. Wednesday’s event at the Surfcomber is an Opening Party in the truest sense. It sets the tone for the week ahead.
Watch Luciano Live
Two and a Half Cats Opening Party
Two and a Half Cats Records brings its full creative universe to the Surfcomber poolside. The result promises to be one of the week’s most distinctive afternoon events. The label’s programming aesthetic is rooted in quality, depth, and a commitment to electronic music that rewards genuine listening. As a result, it makes a natural partner for Luciano’s headlining slot. The lineup assembled around him reflects that same sensibility. Specifically, these are artists who know how to hold a crowd across hours, rather than chasing peak moments with no connection to what comes before or after.
Full Lineup
- 12 pm – Mendoza B2B Noel
- 2 pm – Milushka
- 4 pm – Saraga
- 5:30 pm – Toman
- 7 pm – Miguelle & Tons
- 9 pm – Luciano (headliner)
Set times are estimated. Check the official DICE event page for the confirmed schedule.
Venue: Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel
The Kimpton Surfcomber sits at 1717 Collins Ave in Miami Beach. It sits about a block from the Sagamore, equally well-positioned in the heart of the Art Deco district. Its pool area is a well-regarded outdoor venue. Moreover, during Miami Music Week it becomes a hub for exactly the kind of quality, tastemaker programming that Luciano and Two and a Half Cats represent. The hotel is 21+ for the event.
Tickets
Tickets are available on DICE from $46.57. Additionally, DICE offers a seamless mobile ticket experience with no hidden fees. This event represents excellent value for a headliner of Luciano’s stature during MMW — book early.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time does the event start?
Doors open at noon (12 pm) on Wednesday March 25, 2026. Luciano headlines the evening, estimated from around 9 pm.
Is this event 21+ only?
Yes. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID. Kimpton Surfcomber MMW events are 21+.
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