 |
|
Jazz at MOCA |
|
(Events - Best of the City) |
July 25 - August 28, 2009
770 NE 125th St, North Miami 33161 • 305-893-6211
|
|
Distance:
~0 ft * |
|
|
|
|
| |
Description:
This popular series draws loyal crowds each month. They come, no doubt, for the lovely setting and the outstanding lineup of musicians. If you're making plans to attend, go ahead and "romance it up" some – pack up a blanket, picnic basket and a bottle of wine. Artists for the 2008 season include Michael Orta and Rafael Sanchez. NB Lawn chairs are welcome; smoking is not. |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
Viernes Culturales |
|
(Events - Best of the City) |
July 25 - August 28, 2009
SW 8th St between 14th and 17th Ave, Miami 33130 • 786-314-5993 • FAX: 786-999-8894
|
|
Distance:
~0 ft * |
|
|
|
|
| |
Description:
Held the last Friday of the month, this street festival in Little Havana brings out large crowds of people, both locals and curious tourists, for a night of outdoor art galleries, live music, dancing and, of course, food. If you want to take a free walking tour of Little Havana, meet at the Tower Theater at 6:30pm. Several neighborhood artists have open studio on these nights as well. |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
Coconut Grove King Mango Strut |
|
(Events - Best of the City) |
December 2009
Main Hwy & Grand Ave Commodore Plaza, Coconut Grove
|
|
Distance:
~0 ft * |
|
|
|
|
| |
Description:
If laughter is the best medicine then the King Mango Strut is the cure for whatever ails you! Held in late December, this parody of the Orange Bowl Parade winds its way through the streets of Coconut Grove. Anything goes, so be prepared for participating groups like the "Precision Briefcase Drill Team" and the "Marching Freds" (by the way, if your name is Fred, feel free to join in)! |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
Miami City Ballet Presents The Nutcracker |
|
(Events - Best of the City) |
December 2009
1300 Biscayne Blvd, Miami 33132 • 305-949-6722
|
|
Distance:
~0 ft * |
|
|
|
|
| |
Description:
Seldom does it drop below a "nippy" 60 degrees during a Miami winter, but that's no reason not to miss out on traditional classics during the holiday season. Indulge in the joys of the Sugar Plum Fairy and friends at the ultimate holiday performance, George Balanchine's The Nutcracker, set upon a spectacular stage. With a bill of more than 100 cast, the Miami City Ballet's enchanting production will feature captivating movements and divine international dancers that'll fill your heart with holiday cheer. |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
Annual Entertainment Summit |
|
(Events - Best of the City) |
December 2009
400 SE 2nd Ave, Miami 33131 • 305-851-5699
|
|
Distance:
~0 ft * |
|
|
|
|
| |
Description:
December seems to be a month of the arts in South Florida, but make room for one of hip-hop and R&B's largest networking events of the year at the Annual Florida Entertainment Summit. Get to know some of the biggest names in the game at the three-day conference, featuring pitching opportunities, elite parties and a slew of artists, producers, filmmakers, writers, models and others in the entertainment industry who'll be your mentors and coaches throughout the event. Past guests have included John Legend, Trick Daddy, Trina, Rick Ross, Flo-Rida, DJ Khaled, Cool & Dre, DJ Q45 and Melissa Ford. |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
Art Basel Miami Beach |
|
(Events - Best of the City) |
December 3 - December 6, 2009
1901 Convention Center Dr Miami Beach Convention Center, Miami 33139 • 305-358-5885
|
|
Distance:
~0 ft * |
|
|
|
|
| |
Description:
It's no secret that Miami Beach exists as one of the world's barometers for things edgy and cool, so it shouldn't surprise that, come December, thousands of serious art collectors, curators, designers and artists descend upon the city for this renowned international show, whose varied program also includes panel discussions, guided tours, film screenings, concerts and, of course, countless high-brow parties. Most of the city's top galleries get into the spirit of the event, and several designated exhibit sites are located in the Art Deco District. The original Art Basel, held each year in Basel, Switzerland, has long been regarded as Europe's premiere contemporary art fair. |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
Sushi Samba Presents Ginzatropicalia |
|
(Events - Best of the City) |
December 3 - December 6, 2009
600 Lincoln Rd, Miami 33139 • 305-673-5337
|
|
Distance:
~0 ft * |
|
|
|
|
| |
Description:
Lincoln Road staple Sushi Samba Dromo prepares for a new-and-improved version of street art just in time for Art Basel Miami Beach. With a different curator on hand and a fresh hot spot to host, Sushi Samba's Ginzatropicalia: Graffiti Gone Global welcomes more than 20 satellite fairs to descend upon South Florida for its annual installation. With Francesco LoCastro, South Florida's ambassador of the New Contemporary art scene at the helm, the affair will incorporate a number of renowned and emerging artists from Japanese, Brazilian and Peruvian movements, inviting an introspective look at the spark that ignites Ginzatropicalia. |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
Holiday Music at Fairchild |
|
(Events - Best of the City) |
December 6, 2009
10901 Old Cutler Rd Fairchild Tropical Garden, Miami 33156 • 305-667-1651
|
|
Distance:
~0 ft * |
|
|
|
|
| |
Description:
At this festive event, guests enjoy an enchanting evening of holiday music, which is performed by an ensemble from the Florida Philharmonic Orchestra. The concert is followed by a reception with champagne and elegant desserts. Seating is limited and reservations are required. |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
The Matzo Ball |
|
(Events - Best of the City) |
December 24, 2009
136 Collins Ave, Miami Beach 33139 • 888.633.5326
|
|
Distance:
~0 ft * |
|
|
|
|
| |
Description:
Feeling lonely on Christmas Eve? Miami Beach nightspot Opium Garden prepares for the annual Matzo Ball extravaganza, inviting those who're feeling more jeers than cheers and everyone else looking for a night on the town. Jewish singles and South Florida young professionals are invited to mingle and enjoy in-house drink specials, top playlists and good company for this yearly event that proves time after time to be the anti-Scrooge. |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
New Year's Eve at Bayfront Park |
|
(Events - Best of the City) |
December 31, 2009
301 N Biscayne Blvd, Miami 33132 • 305-358-7550 • FAX: 305-358-1211
|
|
Distance:
~0 ft * |
|
|
|
|
| |
Description:
New Year's Eve doesn't have to mean a $500 evening amongst South Florida's hipster crowd; a night with some fireworks and the family can suffice. Each year, folks of all ages gather for a complimentary concert and countdown to the New Year at Miami's Bayfront Park. The grounds are home to an astonishing fireworks display and the descending of the Big Orange down the side of the InterContinental Miami Hotel. Make a toast to the ones you love most and find new friends at one of Downtown Miami's most popular annual events. |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
* All distances are
approximate "straight-line" distances.
See Directions for actual "travel distances."
|
|
Privacy Policy & Legal Notice
Print this page.
