Laura Graves
Coldwell Banker RE, LLC
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BHI, FL 33154
laura@lauragravesgroup.com
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Greater Miami, with its balmy subtropical climate, hosts a powerhouse line-up of annual events from major conventions and sporting events to food, film and cultural festivals, art fairs, parades, and more. Below is an overview of major annual events, some with links to more information on venues and related activity.
For other South Florida annual events, check out the Annual EventGuide overviews for Greater Fort Lauderdale and the Palm Beaches. For specific dates on events, check out the EventGuide calendars for Miami and Fort Lauderdale.
To go directly to today's events, click here.
- January
- College Baseball - From the crack of the bat to the slide on into home, NCAA baseball packs a wallop of home run frenzy for what’s oft called America’s favorite pastime. Diamond action starts in January, continuing through most of June. FIU Golden Panthers - click here.
- Miami Hurricanes - click here.
- Art Deco Weekend Festival - Started by the Miami Design Preservation League and going strong for more than a quarter century, the Art Deco Weekend Festival, heralding Miami’s Art Deco era (roughly from 1925 to 1945), brims with events including tours, lectures, films, music, a parade, and more. Call (305) 672-2014 for more information.
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Art Miami - This modern and contemporary art show features more than 100 international galleries, mostly from Latin America and Spain. Call (866) 727-7953 or (216) 750-4620 for more information.
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Beaux Arts Festival - Arts, crafts, and assorted media from more than 300 exhibitors star at the juried Beaux Arts Festival of Art at the University of Miami’s Lowe Art Museum in Coral Gables. Call (305) 284-3535 for more information.
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D. S. Clarke Antique Show and Sale - More than 750 booths are filled with antiques from exhibitors from around the world at the Coconut Grove Expo Center. Call (561) 988-9898 for more information.
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FedEx Orange Bowl Classic - This collegiate gridiron bowl between the Atlantic Coast and Big East conferences plays out at Dolphins Stadium. Call (305) 341-4700 for more information.
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South Beach Dachshund Winterfest - The dog-friendly Tides Hotel -- Ocean Drive’s Art Deco jewel and home of the 1220 at the Tides and Tides restaurants -- puts on the haute dog while hosting champagne toasts, photo opps and revelry leashed to the annual South Beach Dachshund Winterfest at Lummus Park, mirroring a similar event in New York City. Call (305) 604-5070 for more information.
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Puerto Rico Plantain Festival - Participants at Rios de Esperanza Church on Bird Road celebrate “Las Octavitas” with typical Puerto Rican music, art, and food. Call (305) 441-0014 for more information.
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Redland Natural Arts Festival - For nearly three decades, the Fruit and Spice Park has featured a weekend of arts and crafts, food, music, jugglers, puppets and more. Call (305) 247-5727 for more information.
- February
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Coconut Grove Arts Festival - As one of the nation’s largest, most prestigious art festivals, the Washington Mutual Coconut Grove Arts Festival features more than 325 renowned artists exhibiting in a dozen categories. Call (305) 447-0401 for more information.
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Coral Gables Bluesfest - Local and national blues bands provide accompaniment to Austrian, German, American and Creole refreshments in front of Fritz & Franz Bierhaus. Call (305) 774-1883 for more information.
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Home Design and Remodeling Show - Home furnishings, accessories, interior design, architecture, and more star at the Coconut Grove Convention Center. Call (305) 667-9299 for more information.
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Miami Beach Festival Of The Arts - Paintings, sculpture, glass, ceramics, jewelry, photography and more are showcased at this juried show of more than 100 artists from across the nation. Call (305) 865-4147 for more information.
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Miami International Boat Show & Strictly Sail - With more than 2,000 exhibitors at various locations including the Miami Beach Convention Center, this show features powerboats, sailboats, engines, electronics, accessories and more. Call (954) 441-3220 for more information.
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St. Stephen's Art & Craft Show - Established nearly two decades ago, St. Stephen's Art & Craft Show in Coconut Grove features international talent of more than 150 artisans, plus live music, garden art, children's activities, food court, and an English tea room. Call (305) 648-0056 for more information.
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Shake-A-Leg Mid-Winter Regatta - Experienced sea salts with physical disabilities compete on Biscayne Bay in one of many Shake-A-Leg events and programs. Call (305) 858-5550 for more information.
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South Beach Wine & Food Festival - A world-class wine, spirits and food tasting unfolds along with sparking dinners, a beachside barbecue, a champagne brunch, and more. Call (305) 348-9463 for more information.
- March
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NASDAQ 100 Open Sessions - The Tennis Center at Crandon Park is the site for this annual competition held throughout March. To book seats for the NASDAQ 100 Open Sessions, click here.
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Miami International Film Festival - Miami International Film Festival (MIFF), presented by Miami Dade College uses several venues for screening independent domestic and foreign films, often selected for artistry rather than wide box office appeal. Call (305) 237-FILM for more information.
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Asian Culture Festival - Homestead’s Fruit and Spice Park is where South Florida’s Asian community stages an exposition of exotic foods, crafts, clothes and jewelry. Call (305) 247-5727 for more information.
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Ball of the Wild - Formerly called Feast with the Beasts, this music-filled black tie fundraiser catered by South Florida's top restaurants takes place at the Miami MetroZoo. Call (305) 255-5551 for more information.
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Calle Ocho - Little Havana's festival of food, music and Latin culture stretches out over the 23-block area flanking SW 8th Street (Calle Ocho), sponsored by the Kiwanis Club. Call (305) 644-8888 for more information.
- Ford Championship Golf Tournament - Top pro golfers compete in this international event, hosted by the Doral Golf Resort & Spa. Call (305) 592-2030 for more information.
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Miami Dade County Fair and Exposition - Carnival rides, food, circus, entertainment and student exhibits are at The Fair Expo Center. Call (305) 223-7060 for more information. -
Miami Grand Prix - The annual season opener of the world famous Indy Racing League, at Homestead-Miami Speedway's 1.5 mile oval track. Call (305) 230-5000 for more information. -
Miami International Orchid Show - Featuring more than 500,000 rare and exotic blooms from nearly 200 professional growers, amateurs, and orchid aficionados, the Miami International Orchid Show, established more than 60 years ago, draws up to 15,000 admirers each year. Debuting in 2006: A cake decorating competition, with chefs using either real or sugar-icing orchids. Call (305) 255-3656 for more information.
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NASDAQ 100 Open - A top-tier event on the WTA tour and ATP circuit, the NASDAQ 100 Open on Key Biscayne's Crandon Park Tennis Center draws top-ranked tennis professionals. Call (305) 442-3367 for more information.
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Miami Riverday - At Jose Marti Park, Miami Riverday celebrates the natural resource aspects and heritage of the Miami River. Festivities feature live music, kids’ activities, river boat tours, water taxis, historical re-enactments, environmental education booths and cuisine with local flavor. Call (305) 361-4850 for more information.
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Winter Party - With proceeds going to the National Gay & Lesbian Task Force, the gay and transgendered community sponsors five days of festivities on South Beach at several venues, including parties, musical performances, art exhibits, wine tastings, and more, culminating with a Beach Party on Sunday, noon to sunset, followed by the White Caps Tea Dance. Call (305) 571-1924 for more information.
- Miami Spring Home Design & Remodeling Show - Featuring home furnishings, accessories, remodeling, and more the Spring Home Design and Remodeling Show puts interior / exterior inspiration under one roof for the trade and public. Call (305) 667-9299 for more information.
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Coral Gables Wine & Food Festival - Presented by the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Florida, the Coral Gables Wine & Food Festival on historic "restaurant row" opens Giralda Avenue to foot traffic only for a celebratory evening of philanthropy. Superb food, exquisite wine, and live music raise funds for the American Lung Association of Florida-South Area (ALAFSA) and Pulmonary Research at The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. Call (800) 524-8010 or (954) 524-4657 for more information.
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Miami Easter Pageant - On Easter weekend, whether towards the end of March or beginning of April, the Central Bible Church presents a live performance of the Life of Christ, featuring pyrotechnics, live animals and a cast of over 100 singers and dancers. Call (305) 553-2433 for more information. -
- Major League Baseball - Nothing signals advent of spring more than baseball with a capital B, tightly meshed into American culture with historic firsts, icon performances, record-setting events, and traditions from hot dogs slathered in mustard to unexpected curveballs, and seventh-inning stretches. Books and movies about baseball are fine and dandy, but nothing beats Major League Baseball action, playing out each season from April through the World Series. Florida Marlins - To book seats to root for your Florida Marlins, click here.
- Professional Soccer - There's no end to the excitement each season as Miami FC, South Florida's only professional soccer team, playing in USL First Division, hosts its home matches at Tropical Park Stadium in the heart of Miami-Dade County. The regular season begins in April and ends in September. Call (305) 377-2700 for more information.
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Merrick Festival - Coral Gables hails city founder George Merrick with French and Italian movies, “Taste the Gables” cuisine, art exhibits, performances and more. Sister cities including Pisa, Italy and Aix-en-Provence, France join the celebration. Call (305) 491-4180 for more information.
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Easter Seals’ Walk With Me - As the opening event for the Merrick Festival, Easter Seals’ Walk With Me helps put hope within reach for people with disabilities. Registration is followed by the walk to the finish line on the first level of Village of Merrick Park. Call (305) 547-4713 for more information.
- Miami Gay and Lesbian Film Festival - The Regal, Gusman and the original art-deco Colony Theater, plus the Gateway in Fort Lauderdale, host hundreds of full-length and short features from around the world, late April to early May. Call (305) 531-2117 for more information.
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Biltmore International Food & Wine Weekend - Starting the last weekend in April, this gourmet food and wine weekend features more than 30 global wineries and top restaurants, combining an auction, gala dinner and show with other interactive events. Call (305) 445-8066 for more information.
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Miami Fashion Week of the Americas - Presenting dozens of designers from throughout Latin America, Asia, Europe, the Caribbean, and elsewhere, Miami Fashion Week of the Americas unfolds under a fashion tent at 21st and Collins on Miami Beach. Awards include Designers Choice, Pret-A-Porter Style, and Excellence in Evening Wear. Call (305) 662-0775 for more information.
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CityStyle - Also under the fashion tent immediately following Fashion Week of the Americas, CityStyle -- a hot sister event -- spotlights designers, manufacturers, retails and innovaters creating buzz. Designers slated include names like Sean John Collection, Taylor and Madison, Johnny Handsome / Johnny Girl, Mia Shvili, Apple Bottoms, and Reebok. Call (305) 662-0775 for more information.
- Great Sunrise Balloon Race - Hot air balloons take to the skies for a colorful race from Kendall-Tamiami Executive Airport. Call (305) 596-9040 for more information.
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- American Black Film Festival - Film executives, directors, actors, and the public gather for screenings staged throughout the city. Call (212) 966-2411 for more information.
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Fete De La Musique Coconut Grove - Celebrated around the world, Coconut Grove’s Fete De La Musique provides a day of free entertainment with more than 65 bands on multiple stages with jazz, rock, pop, soul, classics, and more. Call (305) 495-9655 for more information.
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Florida Dance Festival - For more than a quarter century, the Florida Dance Festival has thrilled audiences with new themes and talents from classic ballet to dance for people with disabilities. Call (305) 867-7111 for more information.
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Tropical Ag Fiesta - At Fruit and Spice Park in the Homestead / Redland agricultural area, the Tropical Ag Fiesta, going strong for three-quarters of a century, never stops growing. Newer events include chef demos using tropical fruits and a tropical fruit dessert contest. While adults sip lychee, carambola, or passion fruit wine, children can partake in old fashioned Florida farm activities, including a watermelon eating contest and hayrides. Parking is free. Call (305) 247-5727 for more information. -
Lizard Day - Children are invited to bring their favorite lizard to the Miami Museum of Science & Planetarium for fun and games, and competitions with other lizards. Call (305) 646-4200 for more information. -
Miami / Bahamas Goombay Festival - Coconut Grove's summer street party celebrates the life and times of early Bahamian and Keys residents.
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- International Mango Festival - Mangos star at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden’s International Mango Festival, a weekend of tree sales, tastings and evaluations, lectures, food demos, kid’s activities, music and more. The Veranda Restaurant serves snacks, lunch and – best of all -- mango smoothies. Call (305) 667-1651, ext. 3311 for more information.
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4th of July Coral Gables - The venerable Biltmore Hotel in Coral Gables serves as a setting for fireworks, music and more. Call (305) 273-7687 for more information. -
4th of July Miami Beach - Live music and fireworks take place near the sand at Collins Avenue near 72nd Street. Call (305) 539-3063 for more information.
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International Swimwear Fashion Show - Hosted by the Samuel Financial Group, the International Swimwear Convention closes annual Investment Convention and Economic Summit of Miami as an opportunity for the fashion, entertainment, luxury goods industries to achieve high visibility. Call at (312)927-0839 or (305) 948-6006 for more information.
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Parade of Beds & Races - From Peacock Park this zany event with the Parade of Beds, bed races and more rolls through streets of Coconut Grove along with music and fireworks. Call (305) 221-9395 for more information. -
Peruvian Independence Day Festival - The Fair Expo Center hosts Peruvian music along with food, arts and crafts. Call (305) 223-7060 for more information. -
- Homestead Main Street Fest - On the first Friday in August, artists and chefs of Homestead host a street party along Krome and Washington avenues.
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Summer Splash Wet Fete - At Bayside Hut, the all-inclusive Summer Splash includes a rum punch tasting, wet t-shirt competition and more. Call (305) 233-0697 for more information.
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Snake Day - Slithery fun takes place with the Miami Museum of Science & Planetarium inviting guests and their snakes for a day of games and learning. Call (305) 646-4200 for more information. -
Easter Seals Festival of Chefs - Easter Seals Miami-Dade’s Festival of Chefs tantalizes as a culinary extravaganza featuring nearly two dozen area chefs, plus television personalities, authors, and more, combining with a live auction, raffle prizes, and talent from Easter Seals’ Culinary Arts Education & Training Program. Call (305) 547-4713 for more information.
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Super Sand Blast - On Ocean Drive, between 9th and 10th streets, kids and guests can enjoy a sand castle building competition, live music from the Islands, face painting and free food. Call (305) 673-7030 for more information.
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Miss Notre Dame D’Haiti Pageant - The Miss Notre Dame D’Haiti Pageant, staged at Miami’s Joseph Caleb Center to continue fundraising for construction of the new facility, also establishes fun activities for youngsters. Call (305) 522-1672 for more information.
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- National Football League - If it’s fall and you’re ready for some football, count on the National Football League to deliver non-stop grid action, leading to playoffs, and the incomparable Super Bowl. The NFL has come a long way since its 1920 founding in Canton, Ohio at Ralph Hay’s Hupmobile dealership. NFL action was first televised in 1939 when NBC broadcast within New York City. The NFL’s Longest Day was on Christmas, 1971, in a playoff between the Kansas City Chiefs and Miami Dolphins, and Miami’s 17-0 Perfect Season unfolded the following year. But that’s history, and prospects for new milestones start in September.
- Miami Dolphins - To book seats for cheering on your Miami Dolphins, click here.
- College Football - NCAA Football, created in 1997 to promote college football ideals, makes no bones about the importance of each game. Losing at any time during the season can thwart a team's chances for postseason action or an NCAA Championship. No wonder NCAA Football marketers have adopted a tagline of "NCAA Football: Every Game Counts."
- FIU Golden Panthers - To cheer on your favorites and book seats for the FIU Golden Panthers, click here. Miami Hurricanes - To book seats for the Miami Hurricanes, click here.
- Arabian Nights Festival - Opa-Locka, with its Islamic architecture, hosts an annual festival of live music and theatrical presentations at its airport. Call (305) 688-4611 for more information.
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Homestead Agricultural Festival and Barbecue - A petting zoo, live country music, and barnyard dance go along with the barbecue. Call (305) 248-1624 for more information.
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IFE-ILE Afro-Cuban Festival - From Conga lines to history lectures, this celebration of African, Caribbean and Cuban culture unfolds at Miami-Dade Community College Wolfson Campus. Call (305) 476-0388 for more information. -
Music Fest - Reggae, salsa, jazz and more entertain at this festival where blankets and lawn chairs are welcome. Call (305) 358-7550 for more information.
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Miami Home Design & Remodeling Show - Featuring home furnishings, accessories, remodeling, and more, the Labor Day weekend Home Design and Remodeling Show puts interior / exterior inspiration under one roof for the trade and public. Call (305) 667-9299 for more information.
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- National Hockey League - The National Hockey League’s rough and tumble world packs a motherlode of milestones, from 1917’s NHL opener, to when Maurice Richard was first to score 50 goals in one season in 1944-45, to when Clint Benedict was the first goalie to put on a mask after a shot knocked him unconscious, to when Manon Rheaume made headlines in 1992 as the first woman playing in one of the four major sports leagues, goaltending for the Tampa Bay Lightning against the St. Louis Blues. From October on, it’s non-stop action in the world of hat tricks -- three goals in a game by a player -- and sudden death overtime.
- Florida Panthers - To book for the Florida Panthers, click here.
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Columbus Day Regatta - More than 200 sailboats from more than a dozen classes race on Biscayne Bay from north to south on Saturday, and back on Sunday. Call (305) 858-1733 for more information.
- South Florida Dragon Boat Festival - Sponsored by the United Chinese Association of Florida and always after Columbus Day weekend, the South Florida Dragon Boat Festival at Haulover Park & Marina provides two family-oriented days of Dragon Boat racing on the Intracoastal Waterway plus martial arts demonstrations, Asian food booths, a Dragon Kids Playground, and more. Call (305) 345-8489 for more information.
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Miami Hong Kong Dragon Boat Festival - Hong Kong-style Dragon Boats race along a waterway. Call (305) 633-0168 for more information.
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Head of Indian Creek Regatta - More than 750 competitors including high school, collegiate, and master rowers from more than 30 organizations compete in the 2.7 mile Indian Creek Regatta along Miami Beach’s Indian Creek Waterway. Call (305) 861-8876 for more information.
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Coral Gables Oktoberfest - Food, beer, music, polka dancing, and plus kid’s activities are sponsored by Mozart Stube Restaurant. Call (305) 446-3364 for more information. -
Discovery of America Day - This all-day festival of ethnic food, live music and fun includes a re-enactment of Columbus' discovery of America, at Bayfront Park Amphitheatre. Call (305) 541-5023 for more information. -
Festival of the Americas - Latin musical headliners entertain at this giant street party with food and fun along Sunset Drive between U.S. 1 and Southwest 57th Avenue. Call (305) 461-1014 for more information.
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Miami Short Film Festival - At the Tower Theater, the Miami Short Film Festival features a week of short films from around the globe combined with gala festivities. Call (305) 586-8105 for more information. -
Hispanic Heritage Festival - This month-long celebration at varied locations hails the Hispanic role in discovery of the Americas. Call (305) 461-1014 for more information.
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Japanese Cultural Weekend - Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden hosts a weekend of music including Taiko drumming, lectures, Ikebana demonstrations and more. Call (305) 667-1651 for more information. -
Jewish Book Fair - Famous Jewish authors lecture at bookshops throughout Dade County, particularly in Kendall. Call (305) 271-9000, ext. 268 for more information.
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MetroBoo! - Trick-or-treating and costume contests with prizes for ages 12 and younger take place at Miami MetroZoo. Call (305) 251-0400 for more information. -
Stone Crab Seafest at North Beach - The beach around 73rd Street and Collins Avenue becomes an outdoor feast scene with live music, drinks and gourmet delicacies. Call (305) 865-4147 for more information.
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- National Basketball Association - Toronto, Canada was the site of the National Basketball League's first game on Nov. 1, 1946, with the Huskies hosting the New York Knickerbockers at Maple Leaf Gardens. Thirteen original rules were drafted by Dr. James Naismith, creator of basketball. Pro basketball suffered in popularity in the early 1950's, but one rule change -- that of the 24-second clock -- transformed the sport from a dull, stalling game to an exciting, offensive showcase. Icons along the way, from Bob Cousy and Wilt Chamberlain to Magic Johnson, Larry Bird and Michael Jordan, have immortalized what's now the National Basketball Association's game, creating long-standing rivalries from coast to coast.
- Miami Heat - To book seats to root for your Miami Heat, click here.
- College Basketball - First devised by James Naismith in 1891, with the first recorded collegiate game in 1893, legions testify there’s no sound so soothing as a basketball whooshing through the net after a flick of the wrist. NCAA basketball brings grass roots hoop dreams to an entirely new level each fall, building toward March Madness, the NCAA Division Basketball Championships. Miami Hurricanes, FIU Golden Panthers
- Miami Hurricanes - To book seats for the Miami Hurricanes, click here.
- NASCAR Nextel Cup Series: Ford 400 - The Homestead Miami Speedway is the site for this annual NASCAR race held in November. To make reservations and purchase tickets, click here
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ExpoNica: The Fair of the Americas
- The Fair Expo Center showcases Central and South American culture with arts, crafts, dance, bands and food. Call (305) 227-2929 for more information.
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Harvest Festival - Historical re-enactments, music, antique automobiles, quilts, crafts and more are at The Fair Expo Center. Call (305) 375-1492 for more information. -
Miami Book Fair International - One of the nation’s largest outdoor book fairs features some 300 booksellers and publishers, and more than 250 authors at Miami-Dade Community College Wolfson Campus. Call (305) 237-3258 for more information. -
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Networking Show & Sale - At Miami Shores Country Club, this networking show and sale sponsored by the Miami Shores Business & Professional Women’s Club spills over with fine art, sculpture, gourmet items, gifts, kids' fashions, and more at pre-holiday pricing. Call (305) 270-3308 for more information. -
Ramble – A Garden Festival - Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden hosts this annual gardening festival with plants, accessories and activities for the whole family. Call (305) 667-1651 for more information. -
South Florida Auto Show - Auto-related gear and more than 1,000 of the industry’s latest vehicles for the coming year are displayed at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Call (305) 947-5950 for more information. -
White Party Week - A week of tea dances, fashion shows and an elegant bash at Vizcaya Museum and Gardens highlight this annual fundraiser fighting HIV/AIDS at various venues throughout the city. Call (305) 667-9296 for more information. -
Miami International Wine Fair - Florida’s largest independent wine trade show hosts an annual edition at the Miami Beach Convention Center featuring some 400 wineries from 19 countries to benefit the Red Cross. Call (305) 777-2255 for more information.
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Santa’s Enchanted Forest - Every evening, from early November through early January, Tropical Park, decorated with more than 3 million lights, hosts a huge outdoor Christmas fair with a petting zoo and visits from Santa. Call (305) 559-9689 for more information. -
WinterNational Thanksgiving Day Parade - Walkers, riders, bikers, clowns, bands and floats participate in a Thanksgiving Day Parade, on 125th Street from NE 6th Avenue to NE 12th Avenue. Call (305) 893-6511 for more information.
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- Art Basel Miami Beach - Sister to Art Basel in Switzerland, Art Basel Miami Beach showcases art from more than 150 galleries in the U.S., Europe, Asia and Australia. Call (305) 674-1292 for more information.
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Everglades Music and Crafts Festival - Alligator wrestling, air boat rides, Native American music, crafts and food highlight this event at the Miccosukee Indian Village. Call (305) 223-8380 for more information. -
Festival of Carols - Kicking off the holiday season, the City of Miami Gardens stages the Festival of Carols, with a spectacular holiday light display and traditional holiday entertainment including caroling, soloists, choirs, jazz, and more. Call (305) 622-8000 for more information.
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Greater Miami Dog Club Show - The Fair Expo Center show features several breeds with two rings of obedience training and an agility event, plus booths with food, treats and other specialty items. Call (305) 223-7060 for more information. -
Junior Orange Bowl Parade & Festival - Floats and marching bands parade through streets of Coral Gables, with related events involving arts, crafts and children’s sports competition. Call (305) 662-1210 for more information.
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King Mango Strut - This zany quarter-century old parody of traditional holiday parades spoofs newsmakers and current events. Call (305) 401-1171 for more information.
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Matzo Ball - From a humble start in a Boston bar, Matzo Ball bashes unfolding in more than a dozen cities including San Francisco and Washington D.C. now make a splash in South Florida, attracting some 2,000 or more. Venues in Miami Beach, Boca Raton and West Palm Beach host this holiday party for Jewish singles on the night before Christmas. For more information, call (305) 531-5535 for Miami Beach's Opium Garden, (561) 392-3747 for Boca Raton's Club Boca, and (561) 833-6500 for the Monkey Club in West Palm Beach. -
New Year’s at Vizcaya - With a champagne toast at midnight and fireworks over Biscayne Bay, La Lega dei Viscayani hosts a New Year’s Eve party at Vizcaya Museum and Gardens as a rain or shine semi-formal to black-tie event for celebrants age 21 and older. Proceeds benefit Vizcaya restoration. Call (305) 856-4866 for more information. -
Greater Fort Lauderdale hosts an abundance of annual events from major air and boat shows to arts fairs, boat parades, conventions, food festivals, street parties and much more.
January
- Las Olas Art Fair - Music and food combine with a weekend outdoor art festival featuring national and international exhibitors, along Las Olas Boulevard. The fair has grown to a point where “Part II” encores occur, typically in February, sometimes in March. Call (954) 472-3755 for more information.
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Orchid Show - The Fort Lauderdale Orchid Society blooms anew at the annual Orchid Show at Fort Lauderdale’s War Memorial Auditorium at Holiday Park. Call (954) 828-5380 for more information. -
Gulfstream Park Thoroughbred Racing - From January through April, Gulfstream Park stages thoroughbred racing, concerts, dining and more. Call (954) 454-7000 for more information. -
SunTrust Sunday Jazz Brunch - Downtown Fort Lauderdale’s Riverwalk becomes a jazz domain on the first Sunday each month with multiple stages along historic New River. Picnic baskets, blankets, chairs, dogs and children add to festivities. Call (954) 828-5363 for more information. -
- Florida Renaissance Festival and Crafts Village - Quiet Waters Park hosts this month-long celebration sometimes extending into March featuring olden times with crafts, jousting knights, games of chance, food fit for royalty, and more. Call (954) 776-1642 for more information.
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Collectible Glassware Show and Sale - The South Florida Depression Glass Club’s three-decade old extravaganza unfolds at Fort Lauderdale’s War Memorial Auditorium, attracting dealers from across the nation to display vintage glass, pottery and china celebrating America’s heritage. Call (305) 884-0335 for more information. -
Bridal & Party Cruise to Jamaica - Activities aboard the cruise ship 'Navigator of the Seas' include, a bridal expo, fashion show, reggae party, Copacabana white linen pool side party, casino night, giant bridal shower, men's basketball competition, pamper me party, giant bachelor and bachelorette party and more. Call (800) 469-0091 for more information. -
Decorate, Dine, & Donate Auction - The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society sponsors this spirited event at the Design Center of the Americas featuring plane tickets, cruises, and land-based getaways along with artwork and other collectibles in the ongoing battle against blood cancers. Call (954) 961-3234 for more information.
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Chili Cookoff - Chili-making fanatics from all over make competition sizzle to go along with musical acts that are just as hot at Broward County’s C.B. Smith Park in Pembroke Pines. Call (954) 437-2650 for more information. -
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Orange Blossom Festival Parade & Rodeo - In Davie, this country festival focuses on the community’s rural agricultural roots, with a parade, livestock fair, a cook-off and crafts, strawberry festival, live country entertainment and a professional rodeo. Call (954) 797-1166 for more information. -
Pembroke Lakes Arts Festival - Pembroke Pines City Hall on Pines Boulevard is the scene for this annual arts festival. Call (954) for more information. -
Seminole Tribal Fair - The Seminole Indians of Hollywood showcase cultural heritage and more at this annual celebration. 6300 Stirling Road. Call (954) 966-6300 for more information.
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Deerfield Beach Founders Day - Celebrated for more than a half century, Deerfield Beach civic pride comes to the forefront with a parade, international foods, arts and crafts, and entertainment. Call (954) 480-4433 for more information.
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- Las Olas Art Festival - Enjoy the Museum of Art’s Las Olas Art Festival on Las Olas Boulevard near Andrews Avenue. Call (954) 525-5500 for more information.
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Hollywood St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival - Downtown Hollywood celebrates the St. Patrick’s Day wearing of the green with Irish bands, floats, and food. Call (954) 921-3404 for more information. -
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea Craft Fair - Handcrafted items, gourmet foods, plants and more are part of the fun at Commercial Boulevard at A1A. Call (954) 472-3755 for more information.
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- Major League Soccer - There’s no end to the excitement each season as Major League Soccer teams from both the eastern and western conferences vie for glory in regular season matches, on to the play offs and cup finals. Miami Fusion
Pompano Beach Seafood Festival - Tantalizing seafood, music and more stars at this tasty a popular event. Call (954) 941-2940 for more information.
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Broward Urban River Trails Blueway Bash - Arriving by vehicle, boat, canoe, or kayak, friends of Broward Urban River Trails (BURT) gather at this fundraiser attracting county and city commissioners and other VIPs, along with folks who just plain care about protecting and enhancing New River and other waterways. Hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, waterside dining, hot music, and silent auction sizzlers are part of the Blueway Bash, where the nautical dress code leans toward cutoffs and flipflops. Call (954) 565-6141 for more information. -
Bank of America Wine and Culinary Celebration - Fort Lauderdale’s Museum of Discovery and Science is the scene for this food fest featuring more than 30 of South Florida’s top restaurants and chefs in a progressive sequence of wine and food pairings to delight, educate and entertain. Call (954) 467-MODS for more information. -
Ocean Fest - Ocean Fest features dive-related exhibits, food, fun and more than $20,000 in prizes at the edge of the Atlantic where Greater Fort Lauderdale has one of the only living reefs in the continental U.S. accessible from shore. Call (954) 839-8516 for more information. -
HispanicFest - Featuring Latin food and live music, this long-running festival on Hollywood’s Tyler Street also features Hispanic pop music on two stages, plus dance lessons, kid’s entertainment and more. Call (954) 214-2457 for more information. -
Spring Garden Event - Flamingo Gardens and Wildlife Sanctuary in Davie hosts the Spring Garden Event showcasing fabulous flowers, plants, trees, garden supplies and accessories. Fun includes food, face painting, and a fundraising auction for wildlife care. Admission fee includes free parking. Call (954) 473-2955 for more information.
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- Las Olas Wine & Food Festival - Between Southeast 6th and 11th avenues, wine lovers stroll Las Olas Boulevard, sampling fine wines and great food, with live cooking demonstrations and other fun to benefit the American Lung Association of Florida. Call (954) 524-4657 for more information.
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Market Pro Computer Show and Sale - Computer buffs from far and wide gather for this event at Holiday Park’s War Memorial Auditorium. Call (954) 828-5380 for more information. -
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America’s Red Clay Tennis Championship - Fort Lauderdale’s Jimmy Evert Tennis Center at Holiday Park, where Chris Evert and Jennifer Capriati learned to play on clay, hosts this annual competition. Call (954) 828-5378 for more information. -
Cajun / Zydeco Festival - Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield Beach comes alive with celebration of Louisiana bayou culture with live music, authentic Cajun / Creole food, dance, and more. Call (954) 776-1642 for more information. -
Fort Lauderdale Home Design & Remodeling Show - Featuring home furnishings, accessories, remodeling, and more the Fort Lauderdale Home Design and Remodeling Show on Memorial Day Weekend puts interior / exterior inspiration under one convention center roof for the trade and public. Call (305) 667-9299 for more information.
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- Fort Lauderdale Gun and Knife Show - War Memorial Auditorium hosts an extensive display of guns and knives. Call (954) 828-5380 for more information.
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Broward Beautiful Annual Reef Sweep & Beach Cleanup - Staged at various sites throughout Broward County and sponsored by the Ocean Watch Foundation, the Broward Beautiful Reef Sweep & Beach Cleanup focuses on preserving and protecting coral reefs and educating on ocean environmental issues. Call (954) 467-1366 for more information.
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- Bank of America Starlight Musicals - On Fridays throughout July, Bank of America stages open-air concerts at Fort Lauderdale’s Holiday Park with classic rock, show tunes and more. Concert-goers bring blankets, lawn chairs, picnics and beverages. Parking is free. Call (954) 828-5363 for more information.
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July 4th Family Celebration - Fort Lauderdale Beach becomes a magnet for July 4th revelry with free entertainment and spectacular fireworks. Call (954) 828-5363 for more information.
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- Hollywood Beach Latin Festival - International and top local entertainers take to the stages for this festival with Latin food, arts and crafts displays, along the Hollywood Broadwalk. Call (954) 921-3404 for more information.
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Hollywood Beach Clambake - A New England-style clambake, treasure hunt, swimsuit contest, best chowder contest, kid fun and more takes place on the Hollywood Broadwalk between Johnson and Michigan streets. Call (954) 924-2980 for more information. -
- Annual Hortt Memorial Exhibition - Fort Lauderdale’s Museum of Art showcases this annual competition featuring South Florida’s finest artists. Call (954) 525-5500 for more information.
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Las Olas Art Festival - This prestigious festival across from the Museum of Art at Andrews Avenue on Las Olas Boulevard features more than 250 top-run artists with oils and acrylics, jewelry, sculpture
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Air Fair - At Pompano Beach Air Park, the Air Fair honors veterans from WWII, Korea, Vietnam, and Desert Storm. More than 20 War Birds along with several historic aircraft from Wings Over Miami are part of the celebration. Call (954) 786-4600 for more information.
- Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival . Ever-growing and gaining increasing prestige with celebrity appearances, seminars, and parties, FLIFF presents independent film features from around the world. Call (954) 760-9898 for more information.
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Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show - As the world’s largest boat extravaganza, the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show spreads out over six sites with more than 1,600 vessels including super yachts and accessories. Call (954) 764-7642 for more information. -
Art in the Park - More than 130 artists in 11 fine arts categories compete in this juried show in Plantation, with free parking and entertainment along with children’s activities. Call (954) 797-9762 for more information.
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Hollywood Beach Oktoberfest - This lively three-day festival along the Hollywood Broadwalk features German beer, music, strolling bands, food and more. Call (954) 926-3377 for more information. -
MOD Gourmet Feast & Auction - To help prevent birth defects, the March of Dimes Gourmet Feast & Auction features fine food, wine, entertainment, prizes, and a silent auction, at The Westin Diplomat Resort and Spa. Call (877) 877-7677 for more information. -
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- Broward County Fair - Nearly 100 carnival rides and exhibits, live concerts, food and more are part of the fun at Pompano Race Track. Call (954) 922-2224 for more information.
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Riverwalk Get Downtown - In early to mid-November, local area restaurants offer food, cappuccinos and espressos, two complimentary cocktails and live entertainment at Downtown Fort Lauderdale's Riverwalk, Fort Lauderdale's biggest and best happy hour, presented by Boca Developers in the Courtyard Plaza at Brasserie Las Olas. Call (954) 468-1541 for more information. -
Riverwalk Blues & Music Festival - Downtown Fort Lauderdale's Riverwalk hosts local and nationally known blues artists at a multicultural celebration of the arts. -
Hollywood Jazz Festival - For nearly 25 years, the ever-expanding Hollywood Jazz Festival has attracted throngs of music lovers. Festivities at various venues such as the Hollywood Beach Theatre at the Broadwalk include VIP packages. Call (877) 877-7677 for more information. -
International Investment Convention & World Business Summit - Staged at Hollywood’s Westin Diplomat, the Samuel Financial Group touts this as “the right event” for investors searching for a worthy project, and an “even better event” for companies looking for start-up or operating capital. Call (305) 948-6006 for more information. -
Promenade in the Park - After decades at Holiday Park, Promenade in the Park in 2005 moved to Huizenga Plaza at Andrews Avenue and Las Olas. The Winterfest event, benefiting the Museum of Art since 1959, includes food, shopping, rides and more. Call (954) 525-5500 for more information. -
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Fort Lauderdale Fall Home Design & Remodeling Show - Featuring home furnishings, accessories, remodeling, and more the Fort Lauderdale Fall Home Design and Remodeling Show puts interior / exterior inspiration under one convention center roof for the trade and public. Call (305) 667-9299 for more information.
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- Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Jeb Bush Florida Classic - With Gov. Jeb Bush of Florida as honorary chair, the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation sponsors this golf, fishing and gala destination weekend at the Coral Ridge Country Club and the Hyatt Regency Pier 66. Also included is a private cocktail reception aboard Gallant Lady, and a charity auction with vacation packages, winemaker dinners, and more. Call (954) 739-5006 for more information.
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Ocean Dance - Patrons bring lawn chairs to enjoy renowned dance companies on stage under the stars at the Hollywood Art & Culture Center. Call (954) 921-3274 for more information. -
Candy Cane Parade - A Holiday themed parade on the Hollywood Broadwalk features floats, marching bands and popular children’s characters. Call (954) 921-3404 for more information. -
Christmas on the Beach - Holy Trinity Presbyterian Church presents Christmas on the Beach at the Hollywood Beach Theatre featuring Old Fashioned Carolers, Gospel Singers, dancers and more. Call (954) 538-9502 for more information. -
Seminole Hard Rock Winterfest Boat Parade - As part of the month-long Winterfest holiday celebration, spectators line shorelines as the grand marshal boat leads more than 100 spectacularly lighted vessels from near Fort Lauderdale’s Port Everglades north on the Intracoastal Waterway. Call (954) 767-0686 for more information. -
Christmas on Las Olas - Fort Lauderdale’s fashionable Las Olas Boulevard lights up for the season with special displays as shops stay open late to show off holiday fare. Call (954) 288-7208 for more information. -
Holiday Fantasy of Lights - Tradewinds Park illuminates for the holidays with drive-through displays for all to enjoy. Call (954) 968-3880 for more information. -
Pompano Beach Holiday Boat Parade - Billing itself as the nation’s oldest boat parade, the Pompano Beach holiday extravaganza begins on Lake Santa Barbara and moves north to Deerfield Beach. Call (954) 941-2940 for more information.
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Woodstock Arts & Crafts Festival - In Sunrise at Welleby Park, this quarter-century-old event features handcrafted arts, international foods, kid’s rides, Santa Claus, entertainment, and more. Canned food donations can substitute for admission fee. Call (954) 747-4600 for more information. -
Weston Art Festival - For more than a decade, the city of Weston has showcased artists at Weston Town Center with free admission. Call (954) 472-3755 for more information.
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