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Location: Island Gardens, Miami, FL
Event Type: A one-night-only Art Basel experience on the Miami waterfront

 

The Challenge

As part of Art Basel Miami, the Ferrari Boat Auction was a one-night-only, high-stakes event to auction the Arno XI—a rare, one-of-one historical Ferrari hydroplane powered by a Grand Prix–winning F1 engine from the 1950s and restored by Ferrari Classiche. The event also included the sale of exclusive NFT rights tied to the vessel.

The evening brought together high-net-worth collectors, automotive royalty, and cultural influencers. Special guests included Mayor Francis Suarez and Ferrari F1 legend Stefan Johansson. Event Rhythm was tasked with producing a visually striking, meticulously managed experience worthy of the Ferrari legacy.

 

Event Rhythm’s Solution

We designed and executed a premium waterfront experience that fused history, innovation, and luxury, bringing the prestige of Ferrari to life through high-impact entertainment, custom furnishings, and flawless event execution.

Key solutions included:

  • Luxury Lounge Environment: Modular illuminated furnishings and programmable LED accents created a futuristic yet elegant ambiance
  • Immersive Talent Curation: Theatrical specialty performers brought excitement and surprise, enhancing the guest journey at every turn
  • Custom AV Package: Seamless audio and lighting cues elevated both entertainment and atmosphere
  • Full-Service Permitting & Compliance: Navigated city protocols and coordinated with local officials for timely approvals
  • Turnkey Production Management: Managed all logistics, vendor coordination, labor scheduling, and client communications

Stellar Results

  • The auction of the Arno XI Ferrari Boat, built under the supervision of Enzo Ferrari himself, drew intense interest
  • The purchase included the boat, Ferrari engineering notes, period photographs, Classiche certification, and exclusive NFT rights
  • Attendance by over 200 high-profile guests and collectors
  • Special appearances from Francis Suarez, Mayor of Miami, and Stefan Johansson, Ferrari F1 champion
  • All guests were pre-qualified via a Golden Ticket VIP registration system

The event successfully blended luxury, storytelling, and spectacle, delivering a memorable experience that resonated with collectors, connoisseurs, and the Ferrari community. The featured vessel was sold for a confidential high six-figure amount, marking a triumphant return to live luxury events in Miami’s cultural calendar.

From downtown corporate galas to Miami Beach trade shows, Event Rhythm is your go-to for luxury event planning in Miami.

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