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Join GMFEA for Happy Hour!


Our August 10th HAPPY HOUR will feature a 5-minute presentation on Event Marketing led by our Executive Director, Amanda MacMaster.


Following the presentation, we will have an open discussion on event marketing 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 zoom to 20 spots – so register today to secure your entry!


Register HERE

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Miami Reads: Download your card & start playing today! Read. Stream. Repeat. Get free stuff. This brand-new interactive reading challenge from Miami Book Fair will help you discover new authors, feed your competitive soul, and land you tickets to MBF and other great prizes. Info HERE

Calling all Miami foodies! Get ready to satisfy all your cravings August-September during Miami Spice Months with three-course meals at top eateries starting at just $28. Info HERE

Registration Now Open

The Junior Orange Bowl's 61st Annual International Tennis Championship will take place from December 11-20, 2022 and features the top junior players from over 76 countries. Info HERE

Centennial Jamz After Dark Concert

Sat Aug 6 @ 6-10pm

Dan Calloway Amphitheater 1420 W 10th St Riviera Beach FL 33404 featuring Bobby Valentino & The Motown Magic Band! Info HERE

stranger things laser experience

Stranger Things Laser Experience

Sat Aug 6 @ 7 & 9pm

Savor Cinema 503 SE 6th ST Fort Lauderdale FL Experience the music of the retro vibe hit series Stranger Things in brilliant laser light and wild video visuals as you freak out to STRANGER THINGS. Be there if you dare!!! Info HERE

Show up this SATURDAY!!!!

Bring friends, families, picnic goodies everything!

The time to protect Virginia Key North Park is now. Contact your elected officials and Say NO to housing homeless in Virginia Key Recreational Park! Info HERE

Deering Estate Artist-in-Residence Program info session Sat Aug 6 from 11am-12:30 pm

Deering Estate 16701 SW 72nd Ave Miami FL 33157 Learn more about our Artist-in-Residence (AIR) program and the application process during this in-person information session - Free with RSVP HERE

GOGO Moad

Sat Aug 6 from 11am-12:30pm & from 1:30-3pm

hARTvest Project at Pinecrest Gardens 11000 Red Rd Pinecrest FL 33156 Children ages 5 and up & their families will create sculptures of imaginative creatures in multicolored clay. Info HERE

XXVII International Ballet Festival of Miami 2022

Contemporary Performance Sun Aug 7 @ 5 pm

Amaturo Theater Broward Center 581 W Las Olas Blvd, Fort Lauderdale FL 33312 Cutting Edge program featuring national and international modern and contemporary dance companies. Check the entire schedule thru Aug 14th HERE

health & safety expo miami dade county fair

Health and Safety Expo

Sat Aug 6 from 10AM to 4PM

Miami Dade County Fair & Exposition Center 10901 Coral Way Miami FL 33165 All Miami-Dade County residents are invited to attend the health & safety event with health screenings, public safety info & demos, bookbags, games, giveaways, prizes. Info HERE

First Friday @ 5 Concert

Fri Aug 5 @ 5-8pm

Centennial Park Amphitheater 120 East Ocean Ave Boynton Beach FL 33435 The Stray Dogs Band will perform at tonight's free concert. Enjoy food trucks & children's activities too. Bring chairs & blankets. Info HERE

Final weekend: Back to School 2022 Sales Tax Holiday Ends Sun Aug 7th

Save on supplies to get your kids ready for the upcoming school year! Info HERE

End of Summer Reading Celebration

Sun Aug 7

NMB Library 1601 NE 164 St North Miami Beach FL 33162 Turn in your summer reading list & join us for a whole lot of fun and great prizes! Laptop, tablets, blankets and bags of fishy prizes! Magician, water slide, school supplies, haircuts and snacks! Info HERE

UPCOMING EVENTS...

Summer Cabaret Concert

Sat Aug 13

Deering Estate 16701 SW 72nd Ave Miami Fl 33157 The 2022 Series concludes with International contemporary Jazz singer Bianca Rosarrio! Enjoy an intimate concert inside the Great Hall of the Stone as we celebrate its 100th anniversary this year. Info HERE

Got back-to-school tips? Send in your Instagram Reels DM them on IG at @bocapolice or brpdpim@myboca.us by August 8th. Send tips like school zone safety, drop off and pick up, school bus safety. If picked, your video will be showcased on our social media pages the first week of school. Info HERE

Kids & Family Festival Seeking Vendors & Sponsors Sat Aug 27 @ 11am-3pm

MDC 1780 W 49th ST Hialeah FL 33012 Advertise your business to over 500 families with school age kids looking for Aftercare/After school activities, sports activities, & birthday planning in our business expo while they have fun in the kids play area. Info HERE

Coconut Grove Summer Beer Fest

Sat Aug 13 @ 5-10pm

2985 S Bayshore Dr Miami FL 33133 Beer festival with Unlimited Samples of Over 100 Craft Beers, Amazing Food, Exhibitors, Music, Some Wine & Spirits, Summer Beer Cocktails by Local Mixologists, "How To” Seminars & Food Pairing w/Beer. Info HERE

Symphony of the Americas Concert

Sat Aug 13 @ 7:30-9:30 PM 

Miami Lakes Methodist Church 14800 NW 67 Ave Miami Lakes FL 33014 The Symphony of the Americas returns to Miami Lakes with its acclaimed summer music festival bringing musicians and soloists from acclaimed orchestras throughout Europe. 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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