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 July 2008
CGCC SUMMER CONCERT SERIES (Through Aug. 28) – The Coral Gables Congregational Church (CGCC) presents an annual concert series featuring music from some of the most accomplished jazz and classical artists in the world. 3010 DeSoto Blvd., Coral Gables, FL 33134, 305-448-7421, ext. 33, www.communityartsprogram.org.
SHAKESPEARE & FRIENDS FESTIVAL (Through Sep. 1) – This annual summer Shakespeare festival features a lively variety of classical performances. New Theatre, 4120 Laguna St., Coral Gables, FL 33146, 305-443-5909, www.new-theatre.org.
COCONUT GROVE JULY 4TH CELEBRATION (Jul. 4) – Celebrate the holiday with a free concert and fireworks on Coconut Grove's village green. Festivities from 4 to 10 p.m. Fireworks at 9 p.m. Free admission. Peacock Park, 2820 McFarlane Rd. Coconut Grove, FL 33133, 305-444-7270, www.coconutgrove.com.
KEY BISCAYNE 4TH OF JULY PARADE (Jul. 4) – Watch Crandon Boulevard come alive with a whimsical parade of floats, high school marching bands and street entertainers in the style of a traditional small-town celebration. 11 a.m. - noon. The Village Green, Key Biscayne, FL 33149, 305-361-5207, www.keybiscayne.fl.gov.
4TH of JULY AT BAYFRONT PARK (Jul. 4) - Celebrate the birth of our great nation at downtown Miami's Bayfront Park with a spectacular fireworks display, children's activities, food and drinks. Bayfront Park, 301 N. Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33132, 305-358-7550, www.bayfrontparkmiami.com.
AN AMERICAN CELEBRATION – JULY 4TH ON MIAMI BEACH (Jul. 4) - The City of Miami Beach presents its annual Fourth of July patriotic celebration of music and fireworks. The event is free and open to the public. Everyone is encouraged to arrive early, bring beach chairs and towels. On the beach at 72nd Street and Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139, 305-673-7400, www.miamibeachfl.gov.
OLD FASHIONED JULY 4TH AT THE BARNACLE (Jul. 4) - Enjoy the Fourth at an old-fashioned picnic on the grounds of this 19th-century pioneer home site. Hosted by The Barnacle Society, this event features lawn games, kite-making, knot-tying demonstrations and more. Bring a blanket and a picnic lunch and enjoy the day's celebration. 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. The Barnacle State Historic Site, 3485 Main Hwy., Miami, FL 33133, 305-442-6866, www.floridastateparks.org-thebarnacle.
MICCOSUKEE'S ZO'S SUMMER GROOVE (ZSG) INTRODUCING D. WADE (Jul. 9-13) - The Groove just got flashier. NBA Champion Alonzo Mourning is joined by teammate Dwyane Wade, known as 'Flash' on the court, to host the largest event of the summer: Miccosukee Zo's Summer Groove (ZSG). This five-day event encompasses golf, comedy, concert, benefit dinner, youth summit and basketball clinics, a free block party, an all-star basketball game and numerous after party functions. All proceeds benefit Alonzo Mourning Charities and Wade's World Foundation. Various locations throughout Miami-Dade County, 305-476-0095, www.ZSG.com.
GALA CHORUSES FESTIVAL 8 (Jul. 12-19) – Festival 8 is the largest gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT) performing arts festival in the world. Various venues throughout Miami-Dade County, 813-990-9482, www.galachoruses.org.
INTERNATIONAL MANGO FESTIVAL (Jul. 12-13) – This annual festival celebrates the mangos of the Caribbean with a selection of cultivars sure to dazzle your taste buds! Experience the world's largest display of more than 200 locally grown cultivars from the Fairchild's very own collection to mango tree sales, tastings and evaluations, lectures, food demonstrations, children's activities and Mangoville. Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Rd., Coral Gables, FL 33156, 305-667-1651, www.fairchildgarden.org.
PERUVIAN FESTIVAL (Jul. 13) – Festival featuring Peruvian music, arts and crafts and traditional foods. Noon to 11 p.m. Fair Expo Center, 10901 Coral Way, Miami, FL 33165, 305-223-7060, www.fairexpo.com.
MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK MIAMI SWIM (Jul. 18-22) – Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Miami Swim electrifies Miami Beach's historic Raleigh hotel with shows featuring designer swim and resort collections. Raleigh Hotel, 1775 Collins Ave. Miami Beach, FL 33139, 646-871-2400, www.mbfashionweek.com/miami.
COLOMBIAN FESTIVAL (Jul. 20) – Celebrate Colombian independence with music, crafts, food and fun. Noon to 11 p.m. Fair Expo Center, 10901 Coral Way, Miami, FL 33165, 305-223-7060, www.congodeoro.com.
SUMMER BALLROOM CABARET SERIES (Jul. 26) – Enjoy this summer series of eclectic and world music artists in an intimate setting in the Estate's Stone House Ballroom. Guests may bring refreshments and snacks to enjoy during the show. Limited seating; advance tickets recommended. Deering Estate at Cutler, 16701 SW 72nd Ave., Miami, FL 33157, 305-235-1668, ext. 225, www.deeringestate.org.
7TH MIAMI SALSA CONGRESS (Jul. 30 – Aug. 3) – Experience 80 live showcases, dance to the music of the hottest Salsa disc jockeys and live bands and take dance workshops with the best instructors from around the world. Fontainebleau Miami Beach, 4441 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33140, 305-220-7115, www.miamisalsacongress.com.
AUGUST 2008 MIAMI SPICE RESTAURANT MONTH (Aug. 1- Sep. 30) - During August and September, more than 70 of Miami's top restaurants will offer three-course meals featuring signature dishes created by world-renowned chefs. Various restaurants throughout Miami-Dade County, 305-539-3000, www.ilovemiamispice.com. XIII INTERNATIONAL BALLET FESTIVAL OF MIAMI (Aug. 29 – Sep. 14) – An internationally recognized ballet festival featuring performances by world-renowned dance companies from Europe and North, Central and South America. More than 120 dancers from 25 different ballet companies are invited to perform. Various locations throughout Miami-Dade County. 305-358-5885, www.internationalballetfestival.com. SEPTEMBER 2008 MIAMI BEACH SEPTEMBER SPORTS SERIES (Sep. 13-14) – A Triathlon, Duathlon, Sprint Kids Race, Ocean Mile Swim, Awards Party, 5K, and the Inline Skate Series are all part of this family-friendly sporting event taking place at various locations throughout Miami Beach. 561-241-3801. www.familyfitnessweekend.com.
WINE ON HARVEST MOON (Sep. 13) – The South Florida Select BMW Dealers present the Deering Estate Foundation's 7th annual fall wine tasting event, Wine on Harvest Moon. VIP tour & tasting begins at 6 p.m. Deering Estate at Cutler, 16701 SW 72nd Ave., Miami, FL 33157, 305-235-1668, ext. 225, www.deeringestate.org.
ZEPHYRHILLS 'DIG THE BEACH' VOLLEYBALL NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS (Sep. 13-14) – The 'Dig the Beach' Volleyball Series is the oldest and largest series in the southeastern United States, with nine tournaments and the National Championship held in Miami Beach with more than 200 teams. Lummus Park Beach, 10th Street and Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139, 561-241-3801, www.bigthebeach.com.
BARNACLE UNDER MOONLIGHT (Sep. 15) – Monthly outdoor concert series held on the lawn of the historic Barnacle House. Bring blankets, chairs and picnic food. Gates open at 6 p.m.; music from 7 to 9 p.m., The Barnacle Historic State Park, 3485 Main Hwy., Miami, FL 33133, 305-442-6866, www.floridastateparks.org/thebarnacle.
FLAMENCO & KATHAK: CRIMSON AND SAFFRON (Sep. 27) – A magical evening of Flamenco and Indian Kathak, featuring the mystical and enchanting dance and music of top Indian and Flamenco performers and award-winning artist Clarita Filgueiras. Byron Carlyle Theater, 500 71st St., Miami Beach, FL 33140, 305-867-4194, www.claritafilgueiras.com.
OCTOBER 2008
FUNKSHION: FASHION WEEK MIAMI BEACH (Oct. 8-11) – Official fashion week of the city of Miami and Miami Beach. Twenty-one top world designers will showcase their new lines in individual fashion shows. Designers include Heatherette, Ted Baker, JLo, Custo Barcelona and many more. Various locations throughout Miami and Miami Beach, 305-673-2756, www.funkshion.com.
ITALIAN FILM FESTIVAL (Oct. 9-14) – This award-winning festival features screenings of new films in competition as well as short films, seminars, a tribute to Italian Classic Cinema and closing ceremony awards. Regal Cinema South Beach, 1100 Lincoln Rd. Miami Beach, FL 33139, www.cinemaitaly.com.
Bonsai Show and Sale (Oct. 11-12) – An assortment of bonsai trees and products will be on sale. Demonstrations and instruction on creating Bonsai trees will be offered. Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Rd., Coral Gables, FL 33156, 305-667-1651, www.fairchildgarden.org.
MIAMI CARNIVAL PARADE AND FESTIVAL (Oct. 12) – Traditional West Indian-style carnival and parade featuring Caribbean music, costumes, food, arts and crafts and more. Parade starts at noon on NE 27th Street at NE 2nd Avenue and proceeds to Bicentennial Park. Festivities continue until 11 p.m., Bicentennial Park, 1075 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33132, 786-344-1751, www.miamicarnival.net.
SOUTH FLORIDA DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL (Oct. 18-19) – Enjoy two days of Hong Kong-style dragon boat racing and a cultural festival featuring special performances, arts and crafts and ethnic foods. 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Haulover Beach Park Marina, 10800 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, FL 33154, 305-753-8791, www.miamidragonboat.com.
MICCOSUKEE CHAMPIONSHIP (Oct. 22-26) – Twenty top up-and-coming PGA stars compete in this tournament, which is part of the Nationwide Tour. Miccosukee Golf & Country Club, 6401 Kendale Lakes Dr., Miami, FL 33183, 305-382-3930, ext. 201, www.miccosukeechampionship.com.
MONSTER SPLASH NIGHTTIME BASH (Oct. 24 – 31) – Four nights of Halloween themed animal shows, haunted houses, roaming skeletons, fireworks and more. Candy stations and other cool surprises will be set up around the park for trick-or-treaters in costume. 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Miami Seaquarium, 4400 Rickenbacker Cswy. Key Biscayne, FL 33149, 305-361-5705, www.miamiseaquarium.com.
METROBOO! (Oct. 25-26) – Trick-or-Treat at the zoo for ages 12 and under. Enjoy costume contests, music, fabulous prizes and safe and fun trick-or-treating. Even Metrozoo's very own animals will have animal treats for Halloween during scheduled keeper talks. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Miami Metrozoo, 12400 SW 152nd St., Miami, FL 33177, 305-255-5551, www.miamimetrozoo.com.
18TH ANNUAL IN THE PARK WITH ART (Oct. 25-26) – Fine art show presented by the Cultural Council, Inc. in partnership with the Village of Palmetto Bay showcasing over 100 artists. Free admission and parking. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Coral Reef Park, SW 152nd Street and 77th Avenue, Palmetto Bay, FL 33158, 305-238-0703, www.culture-council.org.
MIAMI INTERNATIONAL WINE FAIR (Oct. 25-27) – Guests will have the opportunity to taste 1,000 different wines from all over the world including Argentina, Spain, Italy, California, France and Portugal. The Collector's Club is a connoisseur's dream come true, with an exclusive section of rare, cream-of-the-crop wines. Also enjoy culinary delights from local restaurants. Tickets are available online or by calling toll free 1-877-577-WINE (9463). 33% of ticket sales benefit the America Red Cross-Greater Miami and the Keys. Miami Beach Convention Center, 1700 Convention Center Dr., Miami Beach, FL 33139, 305-777-2255, www.miamiwinefair.com.
HUNTER'S MOON (Oct. 26) – Under the allure and mystique of the full moon, Southern Cross Astronomical Society will guide you through a celestial exploration of the heavens. Bring a blanket, and enjoy music, refreshments, and story telling around the campfire. 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m., Fruit & Spice Park, 24801 SW 187th Ave., Homestead, FL 33031, 305-247-5727, www.fruitandspicepark.org.
NOVEMBER 2008
SOUTH FLORIDA AUTO SHOW 2008 (Nov. 7-16) – Car-related merchandise and more than 1,000 of the industry's latest vehicles for the upcoming year are on display by world-leading auto manufacturers. Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Miami Beach, FL 33139, 305-947-5950, www.sfliautoshow.com. Miami Book Fair International (Nov. 9-16) – One of the nation's largest outdoor book fairs. Thousands of book lovers attend readings and discussions featuring prize-winning, best-selling and emerging authors from the U.S. and around the world. The Evenings With series presents prominent author presentations during six weeknights. During the Street Fair weekend, around 200 national and international exhibitors sell and promote books and literature in a festival atmosphere. More than 350 authors will present as part of the Festival of at the International Village, fairgoers will be able to explore many countries' folklore, literature and culture. Storytelling and book-inspired arts will fascinate kids at Children's Alley, and rare book aficionados will find a home at the Antiquarian Annex. Miami-Dade Community College, Wolfson Campus, 300 NE 2nd Ave. Miami, FL 33132, 305-237-3258, www.miamibookfair.com.
FORD CHAMPIONSHIP WEEKEND – NASCAR (Nov. 14-16) – Enjoy four days of racing excitement, with the Ford 200 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Finale (Nov. 14); Ford 300 NASCAR Busch Series Finale (Nov. 15); and Ford 400 Chase for the NASCAR Nextel Cup Finale (Nov. 16).Homestead-Miami Speedway, 1 Speedway Blvd., Homestead, FL 33035, Ticket Office: 866-409-RACE, www.homesteadmiamispeedway.com.
FUNKSHION: FASHION WEEK OF MIAMI BEACH (Nov. 21-24) – Official Fashion Week of Miami Beach featuring designers such as Nicole Miller, Betsey Johnson, DKNY, Tommy Hilfiger, Heatherette, Ted Baker, Baby Phat, Sean John. Enjoy designer trunk shows on the beach, top DJ entertainment and special events. Various locations throughout Miami Beach, 305-607-4918, www.fashionweekmiamibeach.com.
WHITE PARTY WEEK 2008 (Nov. 26 – Dec. 1) – An unparalleled week of fund-raising parties and events culminating with the legendary White Party. More than 15,000 party-goers enjoy six days and nights of nonstop entertainment in the fight against HIV/AIDS. Various locations throughout Miami-Dade County, 305-576-1234, Ext. 257, www.whiteparty.org. Thanksgiving Day Parade (Nov. 27) – Annual parade featuring more than 70 floats and marching bands takes place at 10 a.m. Thanksgiving morning. The festival runs through the weekend from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and features carnival rides, dancing, singing, food and crafts. On NE 125th Street between 6th and 12th Avenues, North Miami Area, 305-893-6511, ext. 2228.
DECEMBER 2008
ART MIAMI 2008 (Dec. 2-7) – This annual modern and contemporary art fair features approximately 90 galleries from Europe, Asia and the Americas. Art Miami – with an emphasis on galleries showing mid-career and established artists, in addition to spaces reserved for emerging, cutting-edge artists – provides unprecedented access to Miami's exciting art market. Covered tent located at corner of Northwest Second Avenue and 22nd Street, Wynwood, FL 33127, 305-573-1388, www.art-miami.com.
ART BASEL MIAMI BEACH (Dec. 3-6) – This international art show and American sister event of Art Basel in Switzerland is recognized as the most important annual art show of its kind in America. Two hundred leading art galleries will exhibit 20th- and 21st-century art works from more than 1,500 artists. In addition to Art Basel itself, there will be many ancillary events at art facilities and other public venues around the community. Miami Beach Convention Center, 1700 Convention Center Dr., Miami Beach, FL 33139, 305-674-1292, www.artbasel.com.
Miami City Ballet: The Nutcracker (Dec. 19-23) – George Balanchine's classic ballet, performed with beautiful sets, costumes, music and internationally known dancers. Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, 1300 NE Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL, 305-929-6722, www.miamicityballet.org.
27TH ANNUAL KING MANGO STRUT (Dec. 30) –- This zany, wacky spoof of the former Orange Bowl Parade includes the "Little Miss Mangoes", the "Marching Freds" (anyone named Fred is invited to join in!), the "Roadkill Band" and other offbeat participants. All "musical" entries join forces at the finale for the combined "Musical Massacre" at Peacock Park, Coconut Grove. www.kingmangostrut.org.
BAYFRONT PARK'S NEW YEAR'S EVE (Dec. 31) – Free annual New Year's Eve event featuring a concert performance and midnight fireworks display. Gates open at 7 p.m., the show starts at 8 p.m., and the fireworks are at midnight. Bayfront Park Amphitheater, 401 N. Biscayne Blvd., downtown Miami. www.bayfrontparkmiami.com.
BIG ORANGE NEW YEAR'S EVE CELEBRATION (Dec. 31) – A City of Miami tradition, the 35-foot neon Big Orange (one of the nation's official time balls) will rise 400 feet to the top of its home site, the Hotel InterContinental Miami. Fireworks and a laser show round out the festivities. The Big Orange will start its climb at 6 p.m. Hotel InterContinental Miami, 100 Chopin Plaza, Miami, FL 33131, 305-539-3000.
ESPAÑOLA WAY NEW YEAR’S EVE (Dec. 31) – Celebrate the arrival of the New Year watching the “Ball” drop in New York’s Times Square on a giant outdoor screen. Free. Along Espanola Way between Washington and Pennsylvania Avenues and between 14th & 15th Streets, Miami Beach, FL 33139, 305-532-5322, www.themarketcompany.org. |
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