The Art Basel Miami Beach fair opening today is just one of the many events defining the art world's latest sweeps week.

Art Basel is more than just an art show, it's an economic powerhouse, generating an estimated $500 million in local impact.

Including what to expect from Art Basel Miami Beach itself and coinciding museum exhibitions, pop-ups, and public art installations

Miami Art Week is officially underway as some of the major fairs are now open to the public. Behind the scenes: We got a sneak peek at Art Miami during yesterday's VIP preview. Here's some of what we saw: "Cream Beatle Sphere" by Ichwan Noor This large illusion sculpture looks like a Volkswagen Beatle rolled into a ball.

With the fair returning to the Sunshine State’s creative capital alongside Design Miami, we've selected the best exhibitions to explore starting today