20th Annual Carnaval on the Mile
March 3 – 4 @ 10am – 10pm
Miracle Mile (see event map HERE ) Coral Gables, FL 33134 Let your senses be inspired by more than 150 fine artists and exhibitions of handcrafts, jewelry, paintings, sculptures, photography and much more. Enjoy two large stages crowned by world-renowned artists, who will make your spirits shake to the rhythm of jazz, funk, rock and afro-Caribbean samba in a cultural explosion, totally FREE, to celebrate Carnaval season in Miami. Info HERE
Jr Orange Bowl Gala - Last Chance for Tickets
Saturday, March 10 from 6:30 - 11 p.m.
InterContinental Miami 100 Chopin Plz
Miami, FL 33131
The Junior Orange Bowl proudly announces its 4th Annual Gala "A Vintage Circus Under the Stars." This cocktail chic event recognize the support of The Kiwanis Club of Miami, Mr. Don Slesnick and Mrs. Jeannett Slesnick, and the The Biltmore Hotel. Featuring: Cocktails, hors d'oevres, silent auction, dinner, music and dancing with a touch of magic! Info HERE
Bodacious Bodices at Florida Renaissance Festival –  Mar 3 - Mar 4
Quiet Waters Park 401 S Powerline Rd, Deerfield Beach, FL 33442
Behind every good man is a wench in the trench. Wenches Weekend celebrates the women of the Renaissance with hourglass curves and firey attitudes who can go toe-to-toe with their male counterparts. Info  HERE
28th Annual Asian Culture Festival
March 3 - 4 from 10 am - 5 pm
Fruit & Spice Park 24801 SW 187th Av Homestead, FL 33031
The Asian Culture Festival offers a virtual day trip to Asia. Festival-goers will enjoy a variety of Asian arts, crafts, entertainment, plants and exotic cuisine.
Info HERE  
Carnival Miami - Kiwanis of Little Havana's
CORK & FORK
Sat-Sun, March 3-4
Miracle Mile and Lejuene Road, Coral Gables
Miami Foodies! STOP AND FEAST. Our third annual Cork & Fork is a two-day event hosted by four of Miami's most renowned chefs. They'll be giving you an up-close and personal cooking class. You’ll also enjoy samples from over 40+ exclusive Miami restaurants and signature wine selections. Reserve your tickets before sessions fill up! TICKETS HERE
Carnival Miami - Kiwanis of Little Havana's
CORDIALS & CANDY
March, 3 from 9:30 – 11:30 pm
Ponce de Leon & Miracle Mile Coral Gables
Join us on a late night, sweet indulging spree at the heart of Carnaval on the Mile. We’ve gathered the most exquisite lineup of pastry chefs, and paired them up with the finest cordials. Bonus points: aromatic coffees and fine cigars. Tickets HERE
The Herald Hunt
Sunday, March 4 at noon
Downtown Miami’s Museum Park 1075 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132
After a six-year hiatus, the Miami Herald’s zany signature event kicks off once again for the 21st time produced by the Miami Herald. The cost of admission? The Sunday, March 4 edition of the Miami Herald, featuring the essential Herald Hunt tabloid section, which becomes the “roadmap” to the Hunt. Info HERE
40th Annual Everglades Bluegrass Festival presented by the South Florida Bluegrass Association
Friday March 2 Thru Sunday March 4
(schedule HERE )
Greynolds Park 18501 NE 22nd Ave North Miami Beach FL 33160 
Enjoy the best in in bluegrass at the 40th Annual Everglades Bluegrass Festival, featuring IBMA award winners, Flatt Lonesome and Junior Sisk & Ramblers Choice, along with other quality bands. Great family fun in a beautiful outdoor setting! RV & Tent camping available. Food vendors on site. Info HERE  
Flamingo Ball 
Hosted by HistoryMiami Museum
Saturday March 3 from 6-11 PM
Hialeah Park 2200 E 4th Ave, Hialeah, FL 33013
HistoryMiami Museum will transform Hialeah Park into a tropical oasis, with its second annual Flamingo Ball. The theme for this year’s gala is ‘Tropical Nights’. Info HERE
JAZZ ROOTS: Gregory Porter:
The Voice of Our Time
Friday, March 2 at 8 PM
Arsht Center / KNIGHT CONCERT HALL
1300 Biscayne Blvd Miami, FL 33132 
Limited tickets remain for the next Jazz Roots concert this Friday —  Gregory Porter : The Voice of Our Time! You won't want to miss this soulful, Nat King Cole-inspired singer-songwriter, accompanied by rising jazz artist,  Sara Gazarek .   Info HERE
Flamenco Festival Miami: Ballet Nacional de España 
Thurs - Sat, March 8 - 10
Arsht Center / KNIGHT CONCERT HALL
1300 Biscayne Blvd Miami, FL 33132 
¡Olé! Direct from Spain, don’t miss the amazing  Ballet Nacional de España , legendary flamenco voices Carmen Linares,  Marina Heredia ,  Arcángel Flamenco  and former principal dancer of Ballet Flamenco de Andalucia, Ana Morales. Info HERE
Walk for the Animals
Saturday, March 3 from 8:30 am - 12 pm
Bayfront Park
301 Biscayne Blvd Miami, FL 33132
This event brings friends, families, companies and clubs together to help raise funds to benefit the homeless dogs and cats of Miami. Info HERE
Army Field Band Jazz Ambassadors
Wednesday, March 7 at 7 PM
Coral Springs Center For The Arts
2855 Coral Springs Dr Coral Springs FL 33065
Hear the military's finest practitioners of jazz and swing. The Army's official 19-member touring big band jazz ensemble has received widespread acclaim at home and abroad, earning the title "America's Big Band".   Info HERE
Sat Mar 3 from 9 am - 12 pm
300 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33132 Info HERE
Maria Shriver at Books & Books!
Saturday, March 3rd from 12 - 2 pm
Books & Books  in Coral Gables
265 Aragon Avenue Coral Gables, FL 33134
Join Maria Shriver this as she shares her latest book, “I’ve Been Thinking.” It’s the kind of book you will turn to again and again for guidance and encouragement, one that provides the feeling we get when talking to a close friend. Tickets are still on sale and they include a copy of the book. Info HERE
ArtSea Festival by Big Blue & You
Sat, March 3 from 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM  
Historic Virginia Key Beach Park 4020 Virginia Beach Drive Miami, FL 33149
FREE, fun-filled outdoor festival celebrating the ocean with STEAM activities. All children and families are invited to enjoy: Interactive Art, Live Music & Drumming, Marine Science Stations, Water Safety, Dance Party, Beach Clean Up, Fitness & Yoga, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Meet Mocha Mermaid & Friends. Info HERE
Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo
March 4 @ 8 p.m. 
Arsht Center / KNIGHT CONCERT HALL
1300 Biscayne Blvd Miami, FL 33132 
Recognized for their inspiring blend of a loving knowledge of dance, impeccable comic approach, and the astounding fact that men can, indeed, dance en pointe without falling flat on their faces, this all-male dance troupe is guaranteed to delight. Don’t miss this playful, entertaining view of traditional, classical ballet in parody form. Info HERE
Small Mouth Sounds
Now thru Sunday, March 4
Arsht Center /   CARNIVAL STUDIO THEATER
1300 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, FL 33132
This funny and ingenious new play asks how we address life’s biggest questions when words fail us. It’s a theatrical experience—and an emotional journey—you will never forget. Info  HERE
Sunday, March 4th from 3:05 PM - 10 PM
1501 East 10th Avenue, Hialeah, FL
The most epic block party the 305 has ever seen is coming to the  The Leah Arts District ! We’re celebrating our vibrant community with music, food and good vibes. RSVP and get your free tickets! Family and dog friendly. Info HERE
Beethoven and Tchaikovsky: Frost Symphony Orchestra
Saturday March 3 from 8 – 9:30 pm
UM Gusman Concert Hall 1314 Miller Dr, Coral Gables, FL 33146
Frost Symphony Orchestra presents classical works from Beethoven’s Symphony No. 2 and Tchaikovsky’s Symphony No. 5. Info HERE
Upcoming Crowd Management Training
Tuesday, March 13 from 1-5 PM
Hampton Inn Miami Airport West 3620 N.W. 79th Av Doral FL 33166
Wed Mar 14 from 8-12 PM and 12:30-4:30 PM
Stuart Learning Center 1050 E. 10th Street 
Stuart FL  34996 
Florida Fire Prevention Code requires that all places of assembly must have at least (1) crowd manager for every 250 occupants. Your Crowd Manager ID Card expires every 3 years. Class required for owners, operators and crowd managers of places of assembly including stadiums, nightclubs, lounges, etc... Register HERE
SMDCAC presents Disaster! A 70s Disaster Movie Musical
Friday-Sunday March 2-4
South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center
10950 SW 211 St. Cutler Bay FL 33189
Disaster!, performed by Slow Burn Theatre Co., is a new musical comedy straight from Broadway! It features some of the most unforgettable songs of the ‘70s including, “Knock on Wood,” “Hooked on a Feeling,” “Sky High,” “I Am Woman” and “Hot Stuff,” and is an homage to the classic disaster movies of that era. Info HERE
FACT (Family and Community Together) Festival
Saturday Mar 3 from 11 AM - 4 PM
The City of North Miami
776 NE 125 ST North Miami FL 33161
Learn about social services available in the community - Tour the North Miami Police Station – Take a closer look inside Fire Rescue Trucks, Police Boats & Patrol Cars. Family fun, games and giveaways. Meet Miami Dolphins Players and your North Miami Police Officers! Info HERE
Laser Fridays
March 2 from 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM
Frost Planetarium
1101 Biscayne Blvd Miami FL 33132
Get ready to rock under the Frost Planetarium’s 67-foot dome with our retro laser light spectacles set to music you know and love. This month we have classic movie hits, Gorillaz, Pink Floyd, Queen and more. Get your tickets HERE
SMDCAC presents Mr. Ho's Orchestratica Quintet
Friday, March 2 @ 8:30pm
South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center
10950 SW 211 St. Cutler Bay FL 33189
In the same way a chef de cuisine runs a kitchen, percussionist Brian O’Neill leads a team of five musical creators who deftly collaborate on instruments foreign and domestic to form modernist delicacies for hungry, curious listeners. Info HERE
The Color Purple LAST WEEKEND!
Now thru Mar 4
Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
1300 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, Florida 33132
The Color Purple is the 2016 Tony Award® winner for Best Musical Revival! Hailed as “a direct hit to the heart” (The Hollywood Reporter) this joyous American classic has conquered Broadway. Info  HERE
The Boss Baby
Friday, March 2nd
Pinecrest Gardens 11000 Red Road Pinecrest, Florida 33156 A suit-wearing, briefcase-carrying baby pairs up with his 7-year old brother to stop the dastardly plot of the CEO of Puppy Co. Info HERE
Siempre Flamenco
Saturday, March 3 at 8:00 p.m
Paco and Celia Fonta present an authentic flamenco show dedicated to preserving the art of flamenco in a fresh and engaging performance. The trilogy of guitar, song and dance are in constant dialogue, and the spontaneity of conversation is interpreted in the language of flamenco. The audience becomes witness to the vast array of human emotions that are expressed through flamenco, and are thus transcended in time as they partake in a moment of flamenco life. PURCHASE TICKETS
Dr. George Happy Hour at the Betsy Hotel
Thursday March 8 from 6-8 pm
1440 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Your favorite historian is back on glamorous South Beach for a HistoryMiami Members-Only happy hour that spotlights one of the beach’s historic hotels, The Betsy. Enjoy a complimentary drink as Dr. George shares the story of this iconic hotel and neighborhood. The Betsy will provide a special dinner menu if you wish to stay. This is a member pre-sale event. Info HERE
Carnival Miami - Kiwanis of Little Havana's
Domino Tournament
March 7 from 9 am – 4 pm
Domino Park 801 SW 15th Av Miami FL 33135
A classic Little Havana cultural experience becomes friendly but passionate as Domino enthusiasts from around the country gather for a laid-back afternoon of laughter and fierce competition. The affair ends with a feast of Latin food and presentation of awards. Info HERE





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