UPCOMING EVENTS & MEETINGS

Movie in the Park

 

Join #MBParks for a free movie in the park!


Saturday, January 13

6 PM (Sundown)

Canopy Park

6-7 streets & Alton Road

Movie: Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe


47th Annual Art Deco Weekend

 

Join us for Art Deco Weekend — a free community cultural festival celebrating Miami Beach’s architecture, history, arts and culture. Organized by the Miami Design Preservation League (MDPL) with major support from the City of Miami Beach and the Original Miami Beach Antique Show, the festival is celebrating its 47th year with the theme: Celebrating Florida's Historic Communities.

 

MDPL started Art Deco Weekend in 1977 to bring attention to the beautiful Art Deco architecture along Ocean Drive and throughout Miami Beach. This signature event is MDPL’s largest educational outreach program of the year and a major part of the organization’s initiative to preserve, protect, and promote historic preservation in the Art Deco District and greater Miami Beach.

 

Friday, January 12 | 12 PM - 8 PM

Saturday, January 13 | 10 AM - 8 PM

Sunday, January 14 | 10 AM - 8 PM

Ocean Drive and Lummus Park between 5 - 12 streets

 

View a full list of events.

Ocean Drive Temporarily Closed to Vehicular Traffic


Due to Art Deco Weekend, Ocean Drive is closed to vehicular traffic from 5 to 13 streets until 5 a.m. on Monday, January 15.

Art Deco Weekend at The Wolf

 

The Wolfsonian-FIU is partnering with the Miami Design Preservation League to bring you a day of stimulating talks as part of Art Deco Weekend. Conversations will feature Wolfsonian curator Lea Nickless and two guest speakers, each delving into different facets of Florida's architectural history and the importance of historic preservation.


Saturday, January 13

1001 Washington Avenue




11 AM | Deco Deep Dive

1 PM | The Florida House, 1945–1965

3 PM | Dwell Time


Learn more.

Chess Exhibition

 

Join a chess simul during Art Deco Weekend with National Master Nicholas Rosenthal.


Sunday, January 14

10 AM - 12 PM

Lummus Park (by the Jazz Stage)

Ocean Drive & 12 Street


Chess Champion McKhaila McKenzie will also be in attendance and the city will be offering learn to play lessons.

Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off & Paper Shred-A-Thon

 

Need to safely dispose of your household hazardous chemicals and waste? Piles of paper and old mail stacking up? Help protect the environment and keep your home safe at our Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off & Paper Shred-A-Thon!

 

Sunday, January 14

8 AM - 3 PM

40 Street & Chase Avenue (in the parking lot behind the bank)

 

For a full list of accepted items, please visit www.mbrisingabove.com/recycling.

Normandy Fountain Events


Enjoy the following events at the Normandy Fountain!


Vintage Fair by Trunk Town

Sunday, January 14

9 AM - 3 PM


Paw-Palooza

Sunday, January 28

5 PM - 8 PM


All events are located at 7802 Rue Vendome. For the most updated information, visit www.normandyfountain.com.

Ocean Drive Promenade Music Series

 

Enjoy music featuring the 5 String Swing with Steffen Zeichner this Sunday at the Ocean Drive Association's free weekly music series.

 

Sunday, January 14

5 PM

Lummus Park, between 14 Street & 14 Place

 

Pack a blanket or lawn chair to save your seat on the lawn. Rain location is inside The Betsy Hotel BBAR.

Floral Design Workshop for Seniors

 

Miami Beach Seniors 55+ are invited to enjoy a free floral design workshop.


Thursday, January 18

2 PM - 3 PM

UNIDAD

7251 Collins Avenue


Space is limited and registration is required. Visit register.miamibeachparks.com or contact 305.861.3616.

Culture Crawl

 

The City of Miami Beach is working alongside some of the world’s best cultural institutions to provide a night of free, unique and unforgettable experiences on the third Thursday of each month now through May. All events are free unless otherwise noted. 

 

Thursday, January 18 | 6 PM - 9 PM

 

See what's in store at this month's Culture Crawl.

3 On 3 Basketball Tournament

 

Show off your skills at the #MBParks 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament!


Friday, January 19

9 AM - 5 PM

Scott Rakow Youth Center Gym

2700 Sheridan Avenue


2 Divisions: 6-8 Grade & 9-12 Grade

Maximum 5 players per team


Register at miamibeachparks.com. Limited space. Add a team name when you register. Registration includes at least 3 games, uniforms, trophies, food, music and outdoor entertainment.


Contact Willie Priegues at 305.673.7767 or williepriegues@miamibeachfl.gov for more information.

Family Day for Seniors

 

Miami Beach residents 55+ and their families are invited to a free day of fun with #MBParks!


Saturday, January 20

11 AM - 2 PM

Scott Rakow Youth Center

2700 Sheridan Avenue


The event will include bowling, bingo, games, music, snacks and more.


Transportation provided from North Shore Park. RSVP to XavierGuerrero@miamibeachfl.gov or in person at North Shore Park, Scott Rakow Youth Center and Flamingo Park. For general information, contact Gloria Campos at 305.673.7030.

Sea Turtle Conservation Presentation

 

Join us for a presentation on sea turtle conservation and how you can help protect our marine friends.

 

Saturday, January 20

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

North Shore Park Youth Center

501 72 Street

 

Presented in partnership with Miami-Dade County and the Miami-Dade County Parks Sea Turtle Conservation Program. For more information, please visit www.mbrisingabove.com/events.

Miami Folkways: Sounds Like Home

 

Experience Miami Folkways: Sounds Like Home, a free folk music festival, featuring Bonnie Prince Billy, Miami Sound Choir, Inez Barlatier & Jan Sebon, Stillblue, and more.


Sunday, January 21

6 PM

Miami Beach Bandshell

7275 Collins Avenue


Free RSVP.


The inaugural folk festival is presented free as part of Miami Beach Arts in the Parks. Produced by Rhythm Foundation, FIU Wolfsonian Humanities Lab and in partnership with WLRN-FM's weekly Folk and Acoustic Music Program.

South Beach Sound Healing Orchestra

 

Presented as part of Miami Beach Arts in the Parks, the South Beach Sound Healing Orchestra is South Florida's premiere Sound Meditation Experience, led by band leader Jared Bistrong. Interactive and fun, participants will enjoy a profound sound healing through movement, live drums and dance, and a powerful synchronized Sound Journey that creates a deep meditative experience that relaxes the mind and body, and leaves participants feeling blissfully present.


Sunday, January 28

7 PM

Miami Beach Bandshell

7275 Collins Avenue


Free RSVP.


Participants are recommended to bring a yoga mat, blanket or other item to lay down on for this experience.

José Martí Celebration

 

Join the City of Miami Beach to celebrate the birth of José Martí in Collins Park, near the José Martí monument.

 

Monday, January 29

12:30 PM

Collins Park

21 Street & Collins Avenue

 

"Cafecito y Pastelitos" at 1:30 p.m. courtesy of Parks and Recreation.

Temporary Commission Chambers at Miami Beach Convention Center

 

While the Miami Beach City Hall Commission Chambers undergoes renovation, all City Commission, Committees and Land Use meetings through January 2024 will continue to be hosted on the second floor of the Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC) at 1901 Convention Center Drive in meeting rooms 222-225. 


Beyond attending in-person meetings, residents, businesses and stakeholders can continue to watch these meetings live on the city’s website, our government-access cable television station MBTV (Breezeline Channel 660, AT&T U-verse Channel 99, and Hotwire Fision Digital Access Channel 395), Facebook page, YouTube page and via Zoom. Viewers can also continue participating via Zoom.


Click here for more details. Visit www.miamibeachfl.gov/calendar to see a monthly view of all city meetings. Please view the City Clerk's meeting notices for the most up to date schedule each week.

Virtual Town Hall Meeting with Mayor Steven Meiner

 

Join Mayor Steven Meiner for a virtual town hall meeting ahead of the January 31 City Commission meeting.


Tuesday, January 30

5:30 PM

Zoom link: https://miamibeachfl-gov.zoom.us/j/89869137516

 

City Commission Meetings

 

The City of Miami Beach will hold a City Commission meeting on Wednesday, January 31 at 8:30 a.m., aired live on MBTV and Facebook.

 

https://miamibeachfl-gov.zoom.us/j/81392857671

1.301.715.8592 or 1.888.475.4499

Access ID 81392857671#

Post-Commission Recap with Commissioner Rosen Gonzalez


Join Commissioner Kristen Rosen Gonzalez for a post-commission meeting recap.


Thursday, February 1

5:30 PM

Zoom link: https://miamibeachfl-gov.zoom.us/j/82558477651

Imagination Playground

 

Come and enjoy innovative play and exercise your imagination with #MBParks!


Sunday, February 4

10 AM - 2 PM

Lummus Park

12 Street & Ocean Drive

8th Annual Soul Vegan Festival

 

Enjoy delicious plant-based food and drink at the Soul Vegan Festival produced by The Hungry Black Man and sponsored by the City of Miami Beach.


Saturday, February 10

1 PM - 6:30 PM

Lummus Park

Ocean Drive between 6-7 streets


Get your free tickets now.


The event will feature chef creations with soul food, Caribbean, Afro-Hispanic, Cajun, Creole, desserts, low country cuisines and more.

SoundScape Cinema Series


Attend the SoundScape Cinema Series each Wednesday from now through May for free weekly movies on a soaring 7,000-square-foot projection wall outside the New World Center.

 

Bring a blanket, share a picnic dinner and enjoy one of the most popular cultural experiences in the city as today’s most sought-after movie titles hit the big wall via a freestanding state-of-the art visual and audio system capable of producing a resolution four times greater than high definition.

 

Wednesdays

8 PM

SoundScape Park

Washington Avenue & 17 Street

FREE

 

Click here to see this season's movie lineup.

MB MAGAZINE

Winter Issue of MB Magazine Out Now!


Check out a glimpse at what's inside the latest edition of MB magazine.


Greater Miami and Miami Beach consistently rank in the top 10 U.S. destinations based on hotel occupancy, rising to the top three destinations during the winter. MB explores the economic impact of tourism along with the financial and intangible benefits of being “America’s Enduring Winter Playground” on page 38.


The Bass Museum of Art in Collins Park celebrates 60 years as one of Miami Beach’s most beloved and respected cultural institutions this year. MB looks at the museum’s past, present and future in “The Bass at 60; What’s Next for Miami Beach’s Resplendent Art Deco Showcase of Contemporary Art?” on page 8.


Our city is also fortunate to have dozens of public parks and open spaces for residents and visitors to explore. The Miami Beach Park Rangers were established in 2015 to help keep everyone safe. MB takes you “On Patrol With the Park Rangers” on page 30.


Finally, we meet an 11-year-old chess enthusiast in "Miami Beach Checkmates" on page 56.


Read the full issue.

RESIDENT ROUND-UP

Permanent Flag Box in Canopy Park


Girl Scout Troop 2013 and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Miami Beach Post 3559 worked alongside the City of Miami Beach to place a permanent flag box in Canopy Park at 701 West Ave.


Residents and visitors are invited to place their tattered, torn and faded U.S. flags in the box until the flags can be properly disposed of in a respectful manner.

GMCVB Tourism Resident Sentiment Survey


Your opinion matters! As a resident of our community, the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) would like to hear your thoughts on tourism. By sharing your opinions, they can better understand how you feel about the industry. Please take a few minutes to complete this survey by clicking here. Thank you for your participation.

Cultural Arts Council Grants


The City of Miami Beach and the Miami Beach Cultural Arts Council is accepting pre-applications for Cultural Arts Council grants this month to be awarded for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The pre-application phase is mandatory for all organizations seeking city funding.


The Cultural Arts Grant Program within the Department of Tourism and Culture awards nearly $1 million each year to nonprofit arts organizations that produce and program arts and cultural activities throughout Miami Beach.

 

Submission of pre-applications for the cultural grants is open now through Monday, January 22. The upcoming round of funding is for program dates scheduled between Oct. 1, 2024 and Sept. 30, 2025. No extensions will be granted for the pre-application phase.

 

Applicants must have at least two distinct events or types of programming in Miami Beach to be eligible for a grant. Multiday programming for the same event is treated as a single event or program. Additional weight will be given to organizations that wish to undertake programming from June through September or for programming that takes advantage of the various geographic regions of Miami Beach.

 

For more information on the Cultural Arts Council grant program, visit the Grant Application Portal.

Special Event Sponsorship Program


Miami Beach is looking to provide financial assistance and in-kind support to local festivals, special events, community events, or programming that promotes community engagement to elevate Miami Beach as a world-class tourist destination.


Applications will be considered from programs that:

  • secure a minimum $1 to $1 funding match;
  • provide unique and engaging experiences to increase resident quality of life;
  • have verified hotel room contract(s) with targeted tourist attendance;
  • promote Miami Beach as a national and international tourist destination;
  • are accessible to the general public; and
  • strengthen Miami Beach as a world-class tourist destination.


Applications are open now through Thursday, February 29. Apply here.

Resident Guide Available


Check out our Resident Guide!


Inside, you'll find important information regarding city services, resources, programs and amenities, along with contact information for city departments, a listing of all public parks, recreational facilities and lifeguard towers, information on the city's many arts and cultural venues, and much more.


View it digitally or download as a PDF.

Online Safety


Stay safe when browsing the web, working and online shopping. The Security Summit partners – representing the IRS, state tax agencies and the nation’s tax community – remind people to take these basic steps when shopping online:



  • Use anti-virus software with anti-malware; ensure it includes a firewall to prevent intrusions.
  • Use strong and unique passwords for all accounts.
  • Use multi-factor authentication whenever possible.
  • Shop only secure websites with the padlock icon and “https” in the web address.
  • Don’t shop on unsecured or public Wi-Fi.

Fair Housing Spotlight


Whether you’ve seen many years or not as many, as long as you’re old enough to sign a lease to rent a home or a contract to buy one, your age shouldn’t otherwise affect your housing choices.


If you are facing discrimination, please take action by calling Housing Opportunities Project for Excellence (HOPE), Inc. at 305.651.HOPE (4673).    

North Beach Enhanced Freebee Service


Miami-Dade County has discontinued Bus Route 115. To help alleviate the impact, the City of Miami Beach has expanded its free Freebee On-Demand Service to serve the North Beach portion of Route 115.


To request a free Freebee ride, please call 855.918.3773 or download the Ride Freebee mobile app on your smartphone. Learn more.

Meet the Ad Hoc Neighborhood Resilience Committee


The Ad Hoc Neighborhood Resilience Committee acts as an advisory board to the City Commission and City Manager on neighborhood infrastructure programs and private property matters related to the city's climate resilience projects. The committee's goal is to help build awareness within the community and to incorporate resident ideas and feedback. Learn more.

Human Trafficking Hotline Posters


Thanks to the support of the Miami Beach Human Rights Committee and Commission for Women, National Human Trafficking Hotline posters are being displayed in bathrooms across city facilities.


If you or someone you know is a victim of human trafficking, resources are available:



Miami Beach Inspector General


Join the city's fight against fraud, waste and abuse. To report possible misconduct by a Miami Beach official, employee or contractor, call the Miami Beach Inspector General’s confidential hotline at 786.897.1111.

Miami Beach Cares

The Safeguarding American Values for Everyone Foundation (SAVE Foundation) has unveiled Miami Beach Cares, a transformative endeavor funded by the City of Miami Beach.

The heart of the initiative, the Miami Beach Cares website, stands as a robust public resource and educational guide for individuals, families and allies seeking valuable insights, community, and dedicated services related to LGBTQ+ issues. 

Congresswoman Frederica Wilson Satellite Office

 

Congresswoman Frederica Wilson has a congressional satellite office at Miami Beach City Hall.


Open on Tuesdays

10 AM - 4 PM or by appointment

1700 Convention Center Drive

First Floor Suite

Online Conditional Use Permit Database 

The City of Miami Beach has launched an online database that will allow residents to access conditional use permits (CUP) approved by the Miami Beach Planning Board. The online database gives users the option of searching through more than 600 conditional use permits, including permits issued prior to May 2016 that had been previously unavailable online. The database is updated regularly and is searchable by address and zoning district.

Free Legal Assistance for Tenant Housing Defense

Miami Beach residents can make in person appointments to speak with a legal professional for free legal advice on housing matters.

Every Thursday
10 AM - 12 PM & 1 PM - 3 PM
765 17 Street

Call 305.673.7491 or email housing@miamibeachfl.gov to register for an appointment.

Volunteers Needed

 

Volunteers needed! The City of Miami Beach is looking for volunteers to help homeless, free roaming community cats through the Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate and Return (TNVR) method. In addition, SoBe Cats is looking for volunteers to work at the Kitty Campus adoption facility, and/or to be a part of a feeding program.

 

The feeders play a vital role in the mission of SoBe Cats because not only do they supply the cat colonies with food and fresh water for survival, but they also act as the eyes and ears for cats in need of TNVR. Register to be a feeder.

 

Contact info@sobecats.org for more information.

BUILDING

Small Business and Homeowner Assistance


The City of Miami Beach, in collaboration with the Miami-Dade County Department of Regulatory and Economic Resources, is excited to provide Miami Beach homeowners and small business owners with personal assistance in using the Miami-Dade County portal and accessing services for the Miami-Dade County building permit process or municipal certificate of use.

 

Every third Thursday of the month, beginning on January 18, 2024, a County representative will be available in person at the Miami Beach Building Department from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. 


9 PM - 2 PM

Building Department Conference Room

1700 Convention Center Drive, 2nd Floor

 

Those wishing to meet with the County representative should check in at the permit counter window.

Building Permit Assistance and Training

Building permit assistance and training is available on the third Thursday of each month.

2 PM - 5 PM
Building Department Conference Room
1700 Convention Center Drive, 2nd Floor

If you prefer a virtual meeting, staff can accommodate one-on-one trainings. Schedule a virtual meeting by visiting our Appointment Booking system. Once on this webpage, simply select General Services (virtual) - Permitting Questions: Clarification on Permit Process.
Make an Appointment with the Building Department

Making an appointment to see the Building Department is easier than ever!

Homeowner appointments are available virtually or in-person within 24 hours, Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Services for homeowners include: applying for a permit, dropping off construction documents, meeting with a trade chief to ask questions or receive clarification and more.

Click here to book an appointment.

MIAMI BEACH GOV APP

Download our new Miami Beach Gov app now!


The mobile app brings the resources of city government directly to residents and businesses.


You can use it to report concerns, check current beach conditions, track the free citywide trolley, pay fees, stream MBTV live, stay current on city news and view a comprehensive calendar of meetings and events.


The new app replaces the Miami Beach eGov app that was released in 2014. Current eGov users will automatically receive the Miami Beach Gov app via a software upgrade without the need to create a new account.


For new users, the Miami Beach Gov app is available via a free download in both the Apple and Google app stores. Check out the video below to see the app in action.

PARKS & REC CORNER

Free Access to Fitness Centers During January

 

Commit to be fit! #MBParks is offering free access to fitness centers for Miami Beach residents 14 years or older during the month of January 2024.


Two convenient locations:

Scott Rakow Youth Center | 2700 Sheridan Avenue

North Shore Park Youth Center | 501 72 Street


Register in person at either of the locations above or online at register.miamibeachparks.com..

Senior Soccer

 

Seniors can enjoy a fun outdoor soccer recreation program to stay active, bring out hidden talents, foster friendships, and improve mental and physical health.

 

Starts January 16

Every Tuesday and Thursday

9 AM - 10 AM

North Shore Park

501 72 Street

 

Pre-register.

Outdoor Adventure Club


Join the Rec4Teens Outdoor Adventure Club! The program aims to promote healthy lifestyles and environmental awareness through outdoor activities.


Fridays

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Scott Rakow Youth Center

2700 Sheridan Avenue


Activities will include hiking, paddle boarding, biking, kayaking, fishing and ropes courses.



6-week session geared for pre-teens and teens.


Register.

Rhythmic Gymnastics


Rhythmic Gymnastics classes are available for kids ages 3-4, ages 5-7 and ages 8-12 on weekdays.


North Shore Park Youth Center | 501 72 Street

Normandy Isle Park | 7030 Trouville Esplanade


Class fees: $25 class (residents) / $30 class (nonresidents)

Monthly fees: $90/4 classes, $160/8 classes (residents)

$110/4 classes, $180/8 classes (nonresidents)

*Free makeup class available


Register: www.atlasgymnasticsmiami.com


Contact 305.399.7694 (text available) or info@atlasgymnasticsmiami.com.


Free trial class available for new participants. Sibling and family discount: 1st member regular price, 10% off immediate family member.

Adaptive Bowling


Adaptive Bowling is offered as part of the Special Abilities Program every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month.


6:30 - 8 PM

Scott Rakow Youth Center

2700 Sheridan Avenue

Ages: 12+ years


Free for Miami Beach residents. $69 for nonresidents. For more information, email GabriellaAndre@miamibeachfl.gov or all 305.673.7767.

Winter Athletics


Play like a champ! Youth athletic programs for kids of all ages begin the week of January 15.


Registration is now open for residents ($33) and nonresidents ($295) at register.miamibeachparks.com.

Free Classes for Seniors 55+

 

You're never too old to play! Free classes that promote a healthy lifestyle while having fun are available for Miami Beach adults 55 and older.


Classes include chair yoga, chair aerobics, dance fusion, fine arts, pickleball free open play, sound therapy, tai chi, water aerobics, free fitness center hours and more.


For more information, call 305.673.7730 or check out our monthly calendar at miamibeachparks.com.

Open Teen Basketball

 

Free play is available for all high school students with school ID or schedule.


Mondays - Fridays

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Scott Rakow Youth Center

2700 Sheridan Avenue

Martial Arts
 
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu & wrestling classes are available at two locations:
North Shore Park
501 72 Street

Scott Rakow Youth Center
2700 Sheridan Avenue


For more info, contact instructor William at 305.859.1624 or help@miami-martialarts.com.

Adaptive Ice Skating

 

#MBParks offers Adaptive Ice Skating on the 1st and 3rd Sunday of every month!

 

10 AM - 12 PM (Ages 5+)

Scott Rakow Youth Center

Barbara Medina Ice Rink

2700 Sheridan Avenue

 

To participate, register for the Special Abilities Program.

Fencing Classes
 
Join our fencing program for people of all ages offered by the Davis Fencing Academy in the heart of Miami Beach. Discover the exhilarating sport of Olympic fencing, master essential techniques, and unleash your competitive edge.

Thursdays
Muss Park
4300 Chase Avenue
Youth: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Competitive: 7:30 PM - 9 PM

Special Abilities Programs
 
The City of Miami Beach Parks and Recreation offers quality recreational programs for adults and children with special needs.
 
The Special Abilities Program is free for Miami Beach residents and costs $69 for nonresidents.
 
For more information on services and to check out our monthly calendar visit miamibeachparks.com or contact recreation@miamibeachfl.gov.
Play Pickleball
 
Come find out what's the big "dill" - play pickleball at the Miami Beach Tennis Center!

Miami Beach Tennis Center
North Shore Park
501 72 Street

Call or text 305.604.4080. Learn more at www.mbtennisacademy.com.

Swim Team

 

Join the Miami Beach Parks and Recreation Department, in partnership with Swim Gym, for a competitive swim team program.


Scott Rakow Youth Center Pool

2700 Sheridan Avenue


Learn more.

Musical Theater Classes

Join #MBParks for musical theater classes!
Private and group lessons are available at Scott Rakow Youth Center at 2700 Sheridan Avenue.

Register at kovoicestudio.com.

Email kovoicestudio@gmail.com or call 310.902.2910 for more information.

Gift a Beachwalk Brick


Looking for a meaningful holiday gift? Consider giving your friends and family a small piece of the city’s Beachwalk!


The Miami Beach City Commission has approved the sale of $1,500 commemorative brick pavers that will be placed along the 26 Street entrance to the Beachwalk as a pilot program with the proceeds to fund educational programing in the city.

 

The personalized Beachwalk Bricks will remain on the oceanfront promenade for 10 years but may be extended for an additional period if the program is available. Inscriptions can include names or messages.


For information, call the City of Miami Beach Parks and Recreation Department at 305.673.7272 or send an email to recreation@miamibeachfl.gov. Learn more.

Adopt-A-Bench


Celebrate a special occasion or acknowledge a loved one this holiday season with a commemorative bench in one of our city parks.


Miami Beach residents and visitors can add a personal touch to our iconic city through recent enhancements of the Adopt-A-Bench Program.


Learn how to leave your mark in the park at adoptabenchmiamibeach.com.

 

Cardio & Calisthenics Fitness Classes

Get fit with #MBParks!

Saturdays at 9 AM
Collins Park Garage
340 23 Street
Free ongoing classes

Click here to register.

Open Play Chess


Looking for a challenge? Join us for free open chess play to practice, learn and sharpen your chess skills in a friendly environment.


Saturdays

10 AM - 12 PM

North Shore Park and Youth Center

501 72 Street


Sundays

10 AM - 12 PM

Scott Rakow Youth Center

2700 Sheridan Avenue


All ages welcome.

ENVIRONMENT & SUSTAINABILITY

Recycle Your Natural Christmas Tree


Once you've finished enjoying your Christmas tree, it's time to think about how to properly recycle or dispose of it. We highly encourage everyone to participate in tree recycling, as it contributes to the well-being of our natural environment.


All trees must be free of lights and decorations before recycling or disposal.


Learn more.

Miami Beach Composting Bin Program

 

Homeowners in Miami Beach interested in composting are invited to participate in Surfrider’s backyard composting program. Residents can request a FREE compost bin after completing a short educational workshop.

 

Request your compost bin: https://bit.ly/44i9Txy

 

Supplies are limited and will be distributed on a first-come first-serve basis.

FEATURED VIDEOS

Check out some highlights from he inaugural South Beach Slam powered by Fisker on Lincoln Road! We’re still dinking and dropping in our dreams.

APPS & WEB
Events Calendar

Make sure you never miss a meeting or event with our city calendar!

Visit our homepage at www.miamibeachfl.gov to view top featured events or head to www.miamibeachfl.gov/calendar to see a monthly view of all city events.

In the monthly view, you can narrow down your view based on category. For example, clicking on “City Government” will show you all of the upcoming public meetings. Watch the video below to learn more.
Download the EXP Miami Beach Tours App

Miami Beach proudly serves as an arts and culture hub, internationally recognized for a stellar collection of interactive and immersive experiences. With more than 15 world-class museums and cultural institutions, spanning fine modern and contemporary art to works in public places, visitors can easily discover the creative talent and communities that make up Miami Beach.

Through the new EXP Miami Beach Tours App, recently developed by the Miami Beach Visitor and Convention Authority, users can uncover curated walking tours and itineraries dedicated to showcasing the many wonders on Miami Beach including Art in Public Places, LGBTQ Top Five Sites, LGBTQ Nightlife Tour, Hidden Art, A Day Inside Miami Beach Architectural Wonders, Public Art and Iconic History in Miami Beach and Art Outside Tour by the Bass.

The EXP Miami Beach Tours App is now available via Apple and Google.
PulsePoint
 
PulsePoint is a smartphone app that alerts users who are trained if someone nearby in a public place has called 9-1-1 with an emergency that requires CPR. Only users within a .25 mile radius are notified. Only incidents that happen in a public place trigger a notification.

Click here to learn more and download the app.
STAY CONNECTED

Engagement Toolbox


Stay up to date and connected with the city via our Engagement Toolbox. The toolbox includes:


  • MB text alerts.
  • E-newsletter sign-ups.
  • Latest issue of MB magazine.
  • Much more!


Visit our Engagement Toolbox for details and start to connect!

MBAlert



Text "MBALERT" to 888777 to sign up to receive emergency and major traffic notifications from the City of Miami Beach right to your phone.


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