What's happening this week...
Bobby Rodriguez Orchestra
Sun Aug 8th
ALL THAT JAZZ 3491 Hiatus Rd Sunrise FL 33351 First performance in 18 months. Great food and great music. Reservations suggested as this show will sell out. Info HERE
Happy Birthday, Miami!
Are you ready for "It's A Miami Thing"? 
HistoryMiami 101 W Flagler St Miami FL 33130
Celebrate the Magic City’s 125th birthday by paying us a visit on opening weekend July 30-Aug 2. The exhibition opens to the public today. Info HERE
XXVI International Ballet Festival of Miami
Buy Tickets Now thru Aug 15  
Presenting seven gala performances featuring over 100 stars from world-wide prestigious ballet companies. Performances will be LIVE at several theaters as well as live-streamed. TICKETS AND INFO: HERE
Introducing King of Carnaval Miami - Wilfrido Vargas!! We are proud to announce that one of the greatest Latin music legends will be the headliner of our Miami Carnival Night. Get your tickets now!! Carnavalmiami.com Info HERE
Abajo Cadenas!
Sat July 31 @ 5pm
Bayfront Park 301 Biscayne Blvd Miami FL 33132 Join us in unity with Cuba, Venezuela, and Nicaragua. Info HERE
Miami Spice Restaurant Months showcase the very best of Greater Miami diverse cuisine and world-renowned chefs, featuring three-course meals at top eateries for just $28 for lunch/brunch and $42 for dinner. All proceeds from OpenTable reservations booked on the Miami Spice website will be donated to relief efforts. Info HERE
The Deering Estate is proud to launch an in-depth, app-based audio tour available now for only $2 on Cloudguide - the leading global sightseeing app providing incredible interactive visitor experiences for over 1200 monuments, museums and cultural heritage sites in 26 countries. Info HERE
76th Birthday Celebration
Sun Aug 1 @ 12-3pm
Historic Virginia Key Beach Park 4020 Virginia Beach Drive Miami FL 33149 Join us for a fun beach day celebration for children and families. Enjoy Water Slide, Games and Races, Giveaways, Face Painting, Balloon Artist, Food Trucks and more…. Info HERE
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
Tues Aug 3 @ 5-8pm
Barrier Free Park 3111 S Congress Ave Boynton Beach FL 33426 Free Boynton Beach Police community event featuring fun activities for kids, food trucks, games, bounce houses, music & much more! Info HERE
Homegrown Concert Summer Series - Police Tribute Band
Fri July 30 @ 6:30-9pm
Sabal Pines Park 5005 NW 39 Ave Coconut Creek, FL 33073 Come hear Zendatta, the ultimate "The Police" tribute Band from South Florida at this scenic outdoor setting. blankets, chairs and coolers are welcome. Info HERE
Anyone else feel like the summer flew by? Time to start shopping for back to school supplies. Take advantage of tax free items July 31 – August 9, 2021. Get a complete list HERE
Hospitality Industry Job Fair
Fri July 30 @ 3-5pm
InterContinental Hotel Downtown Miami - 2nd Floor 100 Chopin Plaza Miami FL 33131 Take the next step toward a rewarding career in the hospitality industry with dozens of local hiring companies including: Hotels, Attractions, Museums, Restaurants, Arts Organizations, Staffing Agencies, Sales & Marketing Positions, Internship Opportunities Plus a Resumé Assistance Workshop, Business Style Tips, Giveaways and more! Info HERE
National Night Out
Tues Aug 3 from 5:30-8:30pm
North Miami Police Department 700 NE 124 St North Miami FL 33161 Join your local heroes from the North Miami Police Department at this family friendly event. Dress up as your favorite superhero and enjoy free food, giveaways and more! Info HERE
Miami Book Fair - BECOME AN EXHIBITOR
Fri-Sun Nov 19 - 21 Calling all artisans, makers, & booksellers. Want to be part of the street fair? Sign up before August 6 and receive a 10% early bird discount. Info HERE
Bring the family and gather round for performances from Orchestra Miami's Virtual Concert Hall! Watch "The Amazing Adventures of Alvin Allegretto," "Noye's Fludde-an Opera for Kids," "The Composer is Dead," and many more!!! Info HERE
Monthly Bluegrass Festival
Sun Aug 1 @ 1pm
Greynolds Park 18501 NE 22nd Ave North Miami Beach FL 33160 Enjoy a family-friendly Bluegrass musical day at the park! Bands play under the pavilion. Bring lawn chairs and/or blankets. Food available for sale or bring your own. Info HERE
SMDCAC and All Kids Included Present
Asperger's Are Us Fri Jul 30 @ 8pm
South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center 10950 SW 211th St Cutler Bay FL 33189 Asperger’s Are Us is the first comedy troupe composed of people diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome. Info HERE
Fri July 30th @ 12pm on Facebook Live
In honor of Miami's 125th anniversary, join experts from Vizcaya and the Deering Estate as they dive into the archives to spill the tea on the relationship between these two brothers and their treasured homes. We’ll be sharing photos, letters and stories you’d never hear during a regular visit. See you LIVE Today at Noon HERE
Let's Paint
Sat July 31 from 4-6 pm
Old Davie School Historical Museum 6650 Griffin Rd Davie FL 33314 Enjoy an afternoon of art with friends with tea, refreshments, all materials, and step-by-step instruction to paint your own Evening in the Everglades masterpiece! 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
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR "an a-FAIR to remember" SPONSORS
FERRIS WHEEL SPONSORS
ROLLER COASTER SPONSORS
MIDWAY SPONSORS
BLUE RIBBON SPONSORS
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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