AUGUST 2014
- Miami Spa Month (JUL. 1 – AUG. 31) Greater Miami and the Beaches is renowned for luxury spas that are ranked among the best in America, and are the favorites of spa connoisseurs throughout the world. Celebrate with us during July and August, when you can enjoy incredible savings on special treatments at Miami’s premier spas. Various spas throughout Greater Miami and the Beaches. For More information visit www.MiamiSpaMonth.com
- Miami Spice Restaurant Program (AUG. 1 – SEPT. 30) If you’re visiting during August or September, don’t miss a chance to savor some of our area’s most spectacular cuisine. Greater Miami and the Beaches’ top restaurants offer mouth-watering meals at incredible savings. Various restaurants throughout Greater Miami and the Beaches. For more information visit www.ILoveMiamiSpice.com
- Brazilian Film Festival of Miami (16-24) The 18th Brazilian Film Festival of Miami will take place from August 16 – 24, 2014. Opening at the North Beach Bandshell with a free outdoor movie night, Competitive Screenings at Colony, Tribute Screenings at Miami Beach Cinematheque, Marketplace at Shore Club, Closing Award Ceremony and after parties in the trendiest local venues. Various theaters throughout Greater Miami and the Beaches. For more information call, 305/600-3347 or visit www.BrazilianFilmFestival.com
September 2014
- International Ballet Festival of Miami (AUG. 30 – SEPT.27) The Festival, the only one of its kind in the State of Florida, is responsible for bringing to Miami-Dade County the works of over 200 artists from more than 20 ballet companies representing countries from Europe, Asia, Latin America and North America. The festival incorporates film, art, literature and live performances to provide an event that serves the diverse audience of Miami-Dade County. The festival will take place at six different venues across Miami-Dade County including: Fillmore Miami Beach at Jackie Gleason Theater, Lehman Theater at Miami Dade College North Campus and Colony Theater. For more information visit www.InternationalBalletFestival.org
OCTOBER 2014
- Miami Attractions Month (1-31) Experience Greater Miami and the Beaches’ many unique attractions during October and enjoy special discounts on admission to Miami’s top attractions. Various attractions throughout Greater Miami and the Beaches. For more information visit www.MiamiAttractionsMonth.com
- Miami/Broward One Carnival (12) With over 20 masquerade bands and 6 steel bands parading and competing for “Band of the Year” bragging rights, the streets of Miami Gardens will be adorned with beautiful, colorful and intricate costumes along with the infectious musical sounds of soca. Enjoy live concerts throughout the day, Caribbean food and drinks, parades and much more! The International Caribbean Village will showcase goods and services from the Caribbean. Sun Life Stadium, 2269 NW 199th St., Miami Gardens, 305-653-1877. For more information visit www.MiamiBrowardCarnival.com
NOVEMBER 2014
- Miami Live Music Month (1-30) To celebrate Greater Miami’s live music scene, Miami Live Music Month promotes the area’s diverse live music venues and the great musicians that play in them. Various locations throughout Greater Miami and the Beaches, 305-539-3000, For more information visit www.MiamiLiveMusicMonth.com
- Miami Book Fair International (16-23) The nation’s finest and largest literary gathering, Miami Book Fair International, presented by The Center for Literature and Theatre @ Miami Dade College (MDC), a program of Miami Dade College’s MDCulture, will celebrate its 31st edition this year. The beloved festival will take place November 16 – 23, 2014, at MDC’s Wolfson Campus in Downtown Miami. New to the Fair this year will be Playtime, an international children’s theatre festival presented by Teatro Prometeo, and The Swamp, a pop-up lounge featuring live music and writers whose works explore the beauty, contradictions, uniqueness and weirdness of life in the Sunshine State. Both are made possible by a grant from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation, as part of its Knight Arts Challenge. Miami Dade College, 300 NE 2nd Ave., Downtown Miami Area, 305-237-3940. For more information visit www.MiamiBookFair.com
- Miami International Auto Show (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. Classic car lovers are sure to enjoy a visit to Memory Lane, where they can admire 20 classic cars from yesteryear. Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami Beach – Art Deco District/South Beach, 305/947-5950. For more information visit www.SFLiAutoShow.com
- White Party Week (NOV. 26- DEC. 1) An unparalleled week of fund-raising parties & events culminating with the legendary White Party. More than 15,000 party-goers enjoy six days & nights of nonstop entertainment in the fight against HIV/AIDS. Various locations throughout Miami. For more information visit www.WhiteParty.org
DECEMBER 2014
- Art Miami (2-7) This premier fair celebrates its 24th anniversary as it kicks off the opening day of Art Week. World-famous for its extraordinary variety, outstanding quality and its stylish gallery-like decor, Art Miami – Miami’s longest running contemporary art Fair – showcases the best in modern and contemporary art from more than 125 international art galleries. An Art Basel satellite event. Art Miami Pavilion, 3101 NE 1st Ave., Wynwood Area, 520-529-1108. For more information visit www.Art-Miami.com
- Art Basel Miami Beach (4-7) Art Basel Miami Beach is the most important art show in the United States, a cultural and social highlight for the Americas. Art Basel Miami Beach combines an international selection of top galleries with an exciting program of special exhibitions, parties and crossover events featuring music, film, architecture and design. Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach – Art Deco District/South Beach, 305/674-1292. For more information visit www.ArtBasel.com