virtual HAPPY HOUR mix up -

Join GMFEA for Happy Hour!



Our September 14th HAPPY HOUR will feature a

5-minute presentation on Event Surveys led by our Board President, Lanie Shapiro.


Following the presentation, we will have an open discussion on event surveys and topics of interest. It’s great to get together and catch up on what’s new and happening in our industry!


The event is free and open to anyone in the event world. However, we limit the number of spots – so register today to secure your entry!


Register HERE


What's happening this week...
Check out what our members are up to

Are you in for a wild ride?

Step into the exotic and adventurous world of Treetop Trekking Miami at Jungle Island. You'll be immersed in nature and experience a new perspective of Miami during this amazing aerial adventure - so don't wait any longer. Info HERE

9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

Sun Sept 11 beginning at 9am

Tom Kaiser, USN Veterans Park 411 N Federal Hwy Boynton Beach FL 33435 The City will observe the 21st Anniversary of September 11 with a Ceremony to honor the 2,983 men, women and children killed in the attacks at the World Trade Center site, the Pentagon, and aboard Flight 93. Info HERE

Become a Friend of the Miami Book Fair

and receive all these benefits...One Evenings With ticket, Early entry and priority seating year-round, free admission to street fair hospitality lounge, Special VIP events & receptions, advance notice tickets before the public. See all benefits HERE

Call to artists for La Mano Hispana: Art Exhibition

Fri Sept 30 @ 7-11 PM

Milander Center for Arts and Entertainment 4700 Palm Ave Hialeah FL 33012 This collective art exhibition celebrates the rich cultural expressions of Hispanic traditions, history, and contemporary life. Info HERE

Waves Of Flags Honoring the Victims Of 9/11

Sept 11 at 8:15am

Veterans Park 15151 NW 82nd Ave Miami Lakes FL 33014 Join us as we recognize and honor the heroes whose lives were lost on September 11th, 2001. Info HERE

The Kegkini Beach Cleanup

Sat Sept 10 @ 12-5 PM 

Historic Virginia Key Beach Park 4020 Virginia Beach Dr Miami FL 33149 Keep Florida Clean presents a 21+ bikini themed KEG N CLEAN event with FREE BEER, raffle prizes, live music, vendors and much more to help clean the beach. Info HERE

Exhibition Opening & Artist Reception 

Fri Sept 9 @ 6-9pm

Deering Estate 16701 SW 72nd Ave Miami Fl 33157 The culminating exhibition of John William Bailly’s artist in residence at Deering Estate, In Situ, brings his vitality into the Great Hall gallery. The exhibition includes paintings and drawings created here with references to the Burial Mound and The Cutler Fossil Site. Info HERE

Do You Know the Warning Signs?

Thurs Sept 15 @ 6:30-8 PM

Town of Miami Lakes Town Hall 6601 Main St Miami Lakes FL 33014 Join us for an important discussion exploring resources available to children and teens struggling with mental health and the tools available to parents. Info HERE

Classes Starting

Cuban Classical Ballet of Miami 111 SW 5 Ave Miami FL Start the fall season of ballet & jazz classes for children and youth. It offers training for dancers from beginners to a professional level. Call for more info HERE

UPCOMING EVENTS...

2022 International Coastal Cleanup

Sat Sept 17 @ 7:30-11:30 AM

Ocean Walk 2401 North Ocean Ave Riviera Beach FL 33404 Join the world's largest volunteer effort to clean up the marine environment. This is a great opportunity to get community service hours. Info HERE

Be Part of the Discussion: Zero Emissions Day

Tues Sept 20 @ 6-7:30pm

Boca Raton Innovation Campus 5000 T-Rex Ave Boca Raton FL 33431 We are committed to reducing GHG emissions in the city, but how? Come to a FREE panel discussion with Boca Raton-based businesses working on solutions for a net zero emissions world. Open to the public. Save your seat HERE

It’s NEVER too early for Halloween 

at Pinecrest Gardens 11000 Red Rd Pinecrest FL 33156 Mark your calendars and buy your tickets now for: 

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Thurs Oct 27 at 8pm

Join us for this cult-classic and longest-running theatrical release in film history. Don’t forget your costume and bring your props Info HERE

Howl-O-Ween

Sat Oct 29 @11am-5pm

The Gardens will be haunted by four-legged ghouls and their scary companions. Come for Trick or treats, costume contest, a Doggie Fun Zone Agility Course & entertainment. Info HERE

Miami-Dade County Career Fair

Wed Sep 21@ 9am-1pm

Fuchs Pavilion Miami Dade County Fair & Expo Center 10901 Coral Way Miami FL 33165 Come to the Career Fair Event for applicants interested to work for Miami-Dade County and engage with County departments regarding available vacant positions. Info HERE

Greater Miami Festivals and Events Association created this FACEBOOK group as a resource for event professionals to share knowledge, lend support and celebrate successes. Join today and invite other event pros HERE
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Community News


Complete Ticket Solutions


Confetti & Fog FX


Coral Gables Rotary


Event Managers LLC


Event Options


Fantasy Designers


Fearless Flores Thrill Show/Megamorph


Get the Cook by Meat n' Bone


Good Times Game Show Source


GFWC Coral Gables Womans Club


GMCVB


HERC Rentals


Hoffman Entertainment


Incredible Kettle Corn


J International Management


Jeffrey Allen Inc.


Joe Bocce Events

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With the support of the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs, the Tourist Development Council, the Cultural Affairs Council, the Mayor and the Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners.
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