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SPICY SCENES IN MIAMI:
JULY – DECEMBER 2010 EVENT CALENDAR
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July 2010
MIAMI SPA MONTH (Jul. 1-31) – Enjoy special treatments for $99 at Miami’s premier spas. Use your American Express Card to pay for your Miami Spa Month Treatment and receive 10% off additional spa services and regularly priced spa products. Various spas throughout Greater Miami. www.miamispamonth.com
CGCC SUMMER CONCERT SERIES (Through Aug. 12) – 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 305-448-7421, ext. 33, www.communityartsprogram.org.
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 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 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 305-442-6866, www.floridastateparks.org/TheBarnacle/
ZO’S SUMMER GROOVE (Jul. 14-18) – NBA Champion Alonzo Mourning is joined by teammate Dwayne Wadeto host the largest event of the summer: 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 305-476-0095, www.ZSG.com.
XXIV INTERNATIONAL HISPANIC THEATRE FESTIVAL (Jul. 7- Aug. 1) – This acclaimed annual festival presents some of the best theatre companies from Latin America, Europe and the United States. The festival’s educational component includes a theatre conference, post-performance forums, workshops, a theatre director’s forum, book presentations and exhibits. Productions in English, Spanish and other languages. Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33131, 305-445-8877 305-445-8877, www.teatroavante.com.
INTERNATIONAL MANGO FESTIVAL (Jul. 10-11) – the 18th Annual International Mango Festival will celebrate The Mangos of India 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 305-667-1651, www.fairchildgarden.org/Events
MERCEDES-BENZ FASHION WEEK MIAMI SWIM (Jul. 15-19) – Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Miami Swim electrifies Miami Beach’s historic Raleigh hotel with shows featuring designer swim and resort collections. The event coincides with SwimShow 2010, the largest swimwear trade show in the world, which will be taking place at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Raleigh Hotel, 1775 Collins Ave. Miami Beach, FL 33139, 646-871-2400 646-871-2400, www.mbfashionweek.com/miami.
COLOMBIAN FESTIVAL (Jul. 18) – Celebrate Colombian independence with music, crafts, food and fun. 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Fair Expo Center, 10901 Coral Way, Miami, FL 33165, 305-223-7060 305-223-7060, www.congodeoro.com.
DEERING ESTATE SUMMER BALLROOM CABARET SERIES (Jul. 26-27) – 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 305-235-1668, ext. 225, www.deeringestate.org.
JAZZ AT MOCA (July 30) – The popular Jazz at MOCA series presents free outdoor concerts on the last Friday of every month. Music starts at 8 p.m. The museum is open from 7 to 10 p.m. by donation. Museum of Contemporary Art, 770 NE 125th St. Miami, FL 33161. 305-893-6211 305-893-6211, www.mocanomi.org.
AUGUST 2010
MIAMI SPICE RESTAURANT MONTH (Aug. 1- Sep. 30) – During August and September, more than 90 of Miami’s top restaurants will offer three-course meals featuring signature dishes created by world-renowned chefs. (Lunch $22, Dinner $35) Various restaurants throughout Miami-Dade County, 305-539-3000 305-539-3000, www.ilovemiamispice.com.
9TH MIAMI SALSA CONGRESS (Aug. 4 – Aug. 8) – 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 305-220-7115, www.miamisalsacongress.com.
SEPTEMBER 2010
XV ANNIVERSARY INTERNATIONAL BALLET FESTIVAL OF MIAMI (Sep. 3 – Sep. 12) – 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 305-358-5885, www.internationalballetfestival.com.
MIAMI BEACH CLASSIC TRIATHLON & DUATHLON (Sep. 5) – A Triathlon, Duathlon and Kids Race are all part of this family-friendly sporting event taking place at various locations throughout Miami Beach. 561-241-3801 561-241-3801. www.familyfitnessweekend.com.
‘DIG THE BEACH’ VOLLEYBALL NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS (Sep. 11-12) – 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 561-241-3801, www.digthebeach.com.
OCTOBER 2010
MIAMI ATTRACTIONS MONTH (Oct. 1- 31) – Miami has attractions that offer countless choices – from historic to adventuresome, natural to man-made. Attractions so exotic they beckon to be explored. Just imagine swimming with dolphins, penguins in the sun and hand-feeding giraffes – just a few. During Miami Attractions Month visitors can access printable coupons to save even more on a Miami vacation with free admission deals, adults at children prices and other admission discounts. Various attractions throughout Miami-Dade County, 305-539-3000 305-539-3000, www.EveryonesaKid.com.
JUNIOR ORANGE BOWL FESTIVAL (Oct. 1 – Mar. 1 2010) – More than 17,000 children from over 50 countries participate in a variety of tournaments and contests. Golf, tennis, chess, gymnastics and creative arts contests are among the events that comprise the festival. 305-662-1210 305-662-1210, www.jrorangebowl.com.
IZOD INDYCAR SERIES CHAMPIONSHIP (Oct. 1-2) -Dario Franchitti claimed the first-ever IndyCar Championship crowned at Homestead-Miami Speedway, narrowly defeating fellow title-contenders Scott Dixon and Ryan Briscoe. Can Franchitti make it two in a row for his third IndyCar title? Homestead-Miami Speedway, 1 Speedway Blvd., Homestead, FL 33035, Ticket Office: 866-409-RACE 866-409-RACE, www.homesteadmiamispeedway.com.
COLUMBUS DAY REGATTA 2010 (Oct. 9-10) — More than 200 sailboats race on Biscayne Bay from north to south on Saturday, and from south to north on Sunday. 305-858-1733 305-858-1733, www.columbusdayregatta.net.
MIAMI CARNIVAL PARADE AND FESTIVAL (Oct. 11) – 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, 305-653-18771, www.miamicarnival.net.
MICCOSUKEE CHAMPIONSHIP (Oct. 9-17) – 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 305-382-3930, ext. 201, www.miccosukeechampionship.com.
SOUTH FLORIDA THEATRE FESTIVAL 2010 (Oct. 12-26) — Twenty seven of South Florida’s premier performing arts organizations present an array of live theatre productions – including drama, comedy, musicals and family-friendly plays. Various theaters throughout Miami-Dade County. 954-557-0778 954-557-0778, www.southfloridatheatre.com.
MIAMI INTERNATIONAL WINE FAIR (Oct. 16-17) – Guests will have the opportunity to taste 1,500 different wines from 20 countries around the world. Miami Beach Convention Center, 1700 Convention Center Dr., Miami Beach, FL 33139, 305-777-2255 305-777-2255, www.miamiwinefair.com.
WINE ON HARVEST MOON (Oct. 23) – Enjoy fine wine, fine food and fine art under the golden light of the Harvest Moon over Biscayne Bay at the Deering Estate at Cutler. Deering Estate at Cutler, 16701 SW 72nd Ave., Miami, FL 33157, 305-235-1668 305-235-1668, ext. 263, www.deeringestate.org.
SUNNY ISLES BEACH JAZZ FEST (Oct. 15-17) – Annual festival celebrates the extraordinary sounds of jazz music, featuring world-renowned jazz entertainers and notable local artists performing amidst the backdrop of the Atlantic ocean. Samson Oceanfront Park, 17425 Collins Ave., Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160. 305-792-1908 305-792-1908 www.sunnyislesbeachjazz.com.
METROBOO! (Oct. 30-31) – 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 305-255-5551, www.miamimetrozoo.com.
NOVEMBER 2010
SANTA’S ENCHANTED FOREST (Nov. 3- Jan. 1) – One of the world’s largest Christmas theme park and carnival. Offers more than 100 rides, shows, displays, games and food for the family to enjoy. Be amazed by a 92-foot tall Christmas tree, hundreds of themed displays, pony rides, a petting zoo and more than 3,000,000 lights. All rides, shows and parking are free with paid admission. Tropical Park, 7900 SW 40 Street, Miami FL 33155, 305-893-0090 305-893-0090, www.santasenchantedforest.com.
MIAMI SHORT FILM FESTIVAL (Nov. 13-20) -This festival focuses on motivating directors, screenwriters, actors, and producers to make their films and share them with fellow film makers and industry professionals. The ultimate goal is to bring exposure to independent up-and-coming filmmakers. As a result, the festival has showcased over 500 high quality films from around the world representing over 26 countries. Various theaters throughout Miami-Dade County. 305-854-2229 305-854-2229, www.miamishortfilmfestival.com.
MIAMI BOOK FAIR INTERNATIONAL (Nov. 14-21) – 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. Miami-Dade Community College, Wolfson Campus, 300 NE 2nd Ave. Miami, FL 33132, 305-237-3258 305-237-3258, www.miamibookfair.com.
FORD CHAMPIONSHIP WEEKEND – NASCAR (Nov. 19-21) – Enjoy four days of racing excitement, with the Ford 200 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Finale (Nov. 20); Ford 300 NASCAR Busch Series Finale (Nov. 21); and Ford 400 Chase for the NASCAR Nextel Cup Finale (Nov. 22). Homestead-Miami Speedway, 1 Speedway Blvd., Homestead, FL 33035, Ticket Office: 866-409-RACE 866-409-RACE, www.homesteadmiamispeedway.com.
WHITE PARTY WEEK 2010 (Nov. 25-29) – 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 305-576-1234, Ext. 257, www.whiteparty.org.
THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE (Nov. 25) – 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 305-893-6511, ext. 2228.
DECEMBER 2010
ART MIAMI 2010 (Dec. 1-5) – 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, 888-772-8926 888-772-8926, www.art-miami.com.
ART BASEL MIAMI BEACH (Dec. 2-5) – 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 305-674-1292, www.artbasel.com.
MIAMI CITY BALLET: THE NUTCRACKER (Dec. 17-23) – 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 305-929-6722, www.miamicityballet.org.
29TH ANNUAL KING MANGO STRUT (Dec. 29) — 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 305-539-3000.
For more information, visit www.MiamiandBeaches.com. The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) is an independent not-for-profit sales and marketing organization whose mission is to attract visitors to Greater Miami and the Beaches for leisure, business and conventions. For a vacation guide, visit our website at www.MiamiAndBeaches.com or call 1-888-76-Miami 1-888-76-Miami (US/Canada only) or 305-447-7777 305-447-7777. To reach the GMCVB offices dial 305-539-3000 305-539-3000. Meeting planners may call 1-800-933-8448 1-800-933-8448 (US/Canada only) or 305-539-3071 305-539-3071 or visit www.MiamiMeetings.com.