This month we present events in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Tequesta and Orlando. 

11/04 - Culture Fest, Downtown Miami (FREE)

11/05-  A country music bar experience, Fort Lauderdale

11/10 - Golden Girls Kitchen opens in Wynwood 

11/11 - Chili cook off in Tequesta (2.5 hours north of Miami, north of Jupiter)

11/11 - Drone show in Pompano Beach (FREE)

11/10-13 EDC Orlando (Major event)

11/18 - Meet real life Florida panthers and jaguars (Loxahatchee) evening event 

...more to come!

CULTURE FEST, Nov 4, Downtown Miami (FREE)

SADDLE UP SUNDAYS, Nov 5 and all Sundays, Fort Lauderdale

TEQUESTA CHILI COOK OFF & BEER TASTING, Nov 11, Tequesta

DRONE SHOW EXTRAVAGANZA, Nov 11, Pompano Beach (FREE)

EDC ORLANDO, Nov 10-13

Tis October and this month we aim to bring you unique, off-the-hypermedia radar for a fun time without the crazy crowds for a memorable experience. From kite festivals, to a modern twist on iconic ballet, to a fire festival in beautiful park, to my favorite--a Boob Bonanza. Of course this last one is all about breast cancer awareness. Most events are free. Read on to plan your month especially weekend of October 21-22 is a busy weekend with multiple events!

FABLES & FAIRYTALES, Oct 14, Miami History Museum

It's a free family day where children and families unveil countless dark secrets and come face to face with some of the most magnificent monsters and legendary beasts ever to walk the earth. Discover the world of colossal krakens, mysterious dragons, and enchanting unicorns with activities for all.

OKTOBERFEST, Oct 13-15, Oct 20-22, Kendall (West Miami)

Enjoy Miami’s fall weather with cold beer at Oktoberfest Miami in Kendall. Florida’s longest-running Oktoberfest features German beer, bratwurst, schnitzel, and pretzels. There are stein-holding contests, German folk dancing, magic shows, bounce houses, and live music.

SKYWARD KITE FESTIVAL, Oct 21-22, Haulover Park (North Miami)

MIAMI CITY BALLET, Fall Mix Opens Oct 20-22, Miami Arsht Center

The season open with a magnificent classic focused on passion filled movement and a new piece by a Miami native artist. Plus a wonderful bonus.

Join free pre-performance talks with MCB’s artistic team. These insightful conversations begin one hour prior to curtain before each performance except on opening nights.

Arsht Center, Miami

Sat, Oct 21 at 6:30pm: Sea Change choreographer Jamar Roberts and Principal Dancer Steven Loch in conversation with Lourdes Lopez.

Sun, Oct 22 at 1pm: Principal Dancer Samantha Galler and pianist Ciro Fodere Saturday in conversation with Lourdes Lopez.

THE ESSENCE OF WARHOL: ART GALLERY OPENING, Oct 21, 7pm

FIREFEST Oct 21, 1pm-9pm, Jonathan Dickinson State Park (Jupiter, FL)

Escape the city and head north for 1.5 hours to the state park outside of Jupiter, Florida. The FireFest is a fall community family event to celebrate Florida's relationship with fire. 

Learn about the importance of prescribed fire (controlled burns), safety awareness, and how important fire truly is to our local wildlife and community.

The day is filled with live fire demos, hayrides, swamp buggy tours through the park, pumpkin patches, campfires, food trucks, ghost tours, live music, meet Smokey Bear and wildland firefighters and much more!

Park admission is $6/vehicle (up to 8 people). Cash is recommended. Carpooling is recommended.
Visit for more details and to purchase tickets for activities https://friendsofjdsp.org/Fire-Fest.

BOOB BONANZA, Oct 28, 10am-1pm, Tamarac, Florida 

Join boob enthusiasts in the first annual for a wild and exciting event at Center Of Hope Healthcare 6887 West Commercial Boulevard, Tamarac, FL, USA! Get ready to have a blast with friends and family. Boob Bonanza is the place to be for a day filled with laughter, fun, and entertainment. Whether you're a boob enthusiast or just looking for a good time, this event has something for everyone. Don't miss out on the opportunity to experience the ultimate boob extravaganza!

 

It's Christmas in July! One of my favorite months of the year. Mermaids, Swimsuit Fashion show, Sea Animals up close...I think we'll'' turn into mermen and mermaids after this post. 

4th Annual Mermaid Festival, Key West

MERMAID FESTIVAL, JULY 1-4, KEY WEST

The festival is now in its 4th year and welcomes fans of literally all ages from 8 years old to 80 years young. Meet mermaids at the Eco Discovery Center or at the splash pods, mer-mingle and sip on rum and other cocktails at favorite watering holes, eat donuts with Ariel & Prince Eric, enjoy an Ocean Blue Party, Happy Hour before the 4th of July Fireworks. Click here for more information. 

SEA ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS at MIAMI SEAQUARIUM, JULY 1-12

A very special treat with an equally special deal. The Miami Seaquarium is offering Sea Encounters and get free digital photos* for only $64.99 with reservations. This also includes general admission. That's over a $100 savings.  Create lifetime memories for yourself or with family and friends. Click here to buy tickets. 

*Must visit on or before July 12, 2023. Not valid on existing reservations. Weekdays are considered Monday - Thursday and weekends are Friday - Sunday.

MIAMI SWIM WEEK, JULY 3-10, South Beach, Miami Beach, Wynwood, downtown

Normally held the third week in July, Swim Miami Week starts early this year and designers have turned up the heat. Held in various venues across Miami, the event is produced by Art Hearts Fashion and will feature over 30 international swim, resort, & lifestyle brands to the thousands of guests visiting Miami for Swim Week. 

Headlining the event is Desigual with an excellent collection and mix of styles. Miami Swim Week will feature a massive runway accompanied by pop ups, art exhibits, VIP parties & more. 

Some themes to look forward to :

Sticking to tradition, I kick off the week on Wednesday, July 5 at Sea Spice restaurant in downtown Miami blocks from my condo. Indulge in a riverside brunch with champagne and seafood bites in a restaurant that embodies luxury and elegance. 2pm-4pm

Showcasing Nadjea Swimwear, the Gabriel Hotel is host to the Art Deco Fashion Show on Saturday, July 8 at 4pm. 

On Friday night, is the Invite Only Cupshe Runway event at the SLS Hotel.  This is the brand for any shape or size girl. They carry swimsuits, sundresses and coverups.  Prices are also budget friendly. 

To top it off I'm ending with a bang on Saturday with the Wonder Woman Initiative. This organization amplifies women's voices to inspire action, community building, purposeful fashion and thought leadership. Tickets are required and gives you access to the buffet, fashion show and award ceremony.

Click here for the schedule and tickets.

It's the annual mango festival!  It's truly mango-mania where the whole weekend is devoted to all things mango.  

Enjoy mango tastings, cooking demonstrations, and mango-inspired activities and classes all while keeping cool at various cool zones and misty areas. 

Start of with insightful lectures into various mango types, optimal growing techniques, tips on storing and harvesting. After your delicious tastings, shop from a wide variety of unique mangos grown locally. 

Adults and children can enjoy exotic butterfly exhibit at the Wings of the Tropics. Then the parents can sit in the shade and watch your little ones run, play and explore The Children's Garden.

Then cool down in the misty cloud forest with a mango drink at the National Orchid Garden, the only tropical rainforest in the continental US. 

To purchase tickets click here

More to come for July!

June 3, World Ocean Day, W Hotel South Beach

 

Oh how I love springtime especially April. Many wonderful smaller- scale, family -friendly, and low cost events. However, many events happening on the same weekend! Decisions, decisions.  Experience a day filled with fun and educational activities for the whole family. Meet sea turtle experts, learn about their habitats and migration patterns, and discover ways to help protect them for future generations. Enjoy delicious food and drinks from local vendors while soaking up the sun and taking in the beautiful views. You can also participate in beach cleanups, craft activities, games, and more! Don’t miss out on this unforgettable event celebrating one of the ocean’s most beloved creatures. Miami Beach Turtle Fest is the perfect way to enjoy a day at Miami Beach while learning how to positively impact the environment. See you there! Where: Altos Del Mar Park, 76 Street and Collins Avenue.