Community Events

MAY 2009

Miami Beach Polo World Cup 2009

May 1-3, 2009
This three day international polo tournament will bring eight teams from around the world to compete for La Martina Trophy as part of the Miami Beach Polo World Cup. Events include a player presentation/press conference, polo games Friday through Sunday, and social gatherings.
On the beach between 20th and 22nd Streets,
Miami Beach
(305) 538-3809, ext. 22
www.miamipolo.com

Mainly Mozart Festival 2009

May 10-June 28, 2009
Eight concerts of chamber music by Mozart, his contemporaries and musical successors played by renowned local and international ensembles and artists.
Westin Colonnade Hotel
180 Aragon Ave.
Coral Gables
(305) 444-4755
www.mainlymozart.com

Redland International Orchid Festival

May 15-17, 2009
One of the largest annual orchid shows in the U.S. featuring over 50 booths of educational exhibits and orchid vendors. An American Orchid Society judged event showcasing various types of orchids, plants, and supplies for sale, as well as lectures by experts, raffles, and international food.
Fruit and Spice Park
24801 SW 187th Ave.
Homestead
(305) 247-5727
www.fruitandspicepark.org

Summer Shorts Festival 2009

May 28-June 21, 2009
An acclaimed annual theatre festival featuring the world and/or Florida premieres of short (5-15 minute) comedies, dramas and musicals by well-known and emerging playwrights.
Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
1300 Biscayne Blvd.
Downtown Miami
(305) 365-5400
www.citytheatre.com

JUNE 2009

South Florida Boat Show

June 5-8, 2009
Features an array of power boats to fit every style and budget. The latest in personal watercraft will be available from famous makers, while a host of companies will offer nautical accessories.
Miami Beach Convention Center
1901 Convention Center Dr.
Miami Beach
(954) 946-6164
www.southfloridaboatshow.com

Miami/Bahamas Goombay Festival

June 6, 2009
One of the largest Black heritage festivals in the United States. Enjoy colorful costumed junkanoo groups dancing to Caribbean rhythms, with rake ‘n scrape instruments. Features entertainment on    three stages and more than 300 vendors selling a variety of arts, crafts and food.
Along Grand Avenue in Downtown Coconut Grove.
(800) 891-7811
www.goombayfestivalcoconutgrove.com

JULY 2009

America’s Birthday Bash at Bayfront Park

July 4, 2009
Celebrate the birth of our great nation at downtown Miami’s Bayfront Park with a spectacular fireworks display, children’s activities, food and drinks.  Bring the whole family!  4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Bayfront Park
301 N. Biscayne Blvd.
Downtown Miami
(305) 358-7550
www.bayfrontparkmiami.com

Zo’s Summer Groove

July 8-12, 2009
NBA Champion Alonzo Mourning and teammate Dwyane Wade host the largest event of the summer – Zo’s Summer Groove (ZSG). Held in Miami, Florida, July 8-12, 2009, ZSG is a five-day weekend event that has something for everyone- golf, comedy, concert, benefit dinner, youth summit and basketball clinics, a free block party, an all-star basketball game and numerous after party functions.  Now in its 13th year, proceeds from ZSG benefit Alonzo Mourning Charities and Wade’s World Foundation.  For more information including upcoming travel packages, visit www.ZSG.com or call (305) 476-0095.
Various locations throughout Miami-Dade County.
(305) 476-0095
www.zsg.com

XXIV International Hispanic Theatre Festival

July 8-26, 2009
This acclaimed annual festival presents some of the best theatre companies from Latin America, Europe and the United States. The Festival’s Educational Component  includes a theatre conference, post-performance forums, workshops, a theatre director’s forum, book presentations and exhibits. Productions in English, Spanish and other languages.
Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
1300 Biscayne Blvd.
Downtown Miami
(305) 445-8877
www.teatroavante.com

American Black Film Festival

July 24-27, 2009
The American Black Film Festival returns to Miami Beach with an Opening Night Gala, the latest and best Black films from around the world (shorts, features, documentary and unreleased), panels and symposiums and other special events. Visit the web site for a complete schedule of events.
Various theaters throughout Miami Beach.
(646) 375-2144, ext. 1
www.abff.com

AUGUST 2009

Miami Spice Restaurant Month

August 1-September 30, 2009
During August and September, more than 100 of Miami’s top restaurants will offer three-course meals at special prices featuring signature dishes created by world-renowned chefs.
Various restaurants throughout Miami-Dade County.
(305) 539-3000
www.ilovemiamispice.com

International Ballet Festival of Miami

August 28-September 20, 2009
An internationally recognized ballet festival featuring performances by world-renowned dance companies from all over the world. More than 120 dancers from 25 different ballet companies are invited to perform.
Various locations throughout Miami-Dade County.
www.internationalballetfestival.com

SEPTEMBER 2009

Miami International Wine Fair

September 26-27, 2009
Guests will have the opportunity to taste more than 1,500 different wines from 20 countries. Hundreds of renowned importers, distributors and retailers participate every year in the Fair’s innovative Buyers Program that guarantees exhibitors meetings with relevant potential buyers from all 50 states, Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean.
Miami Beach Convention Center
1700 Convention Center Dr.
Miami Beach
(866) 887-9463
www.miamiwinefair.com

OCTOBER 2009

Festival Miami

October 2-31, 2009
This annual musical extravaganza, held at the Frost School each fall, showcases an impressive array of international and local guest artists, and faculty and student ensembles.
University of Miami Frost School of Music,
Gusman Hall, 1314 Miller Dr.
Coral Gables
(305) 284-4940
www.festivalmiami.com

Sunny Isles Beach Jazz Fest

October 24, 2009
Annual festival celebrates the extraordinary sounds of jazz music, featuring world-renowned jazz entertainers and notable local artists performing amidst the backdrop of the Atlantic ocean.
Samson Oceanfront Park
17425 Collins Ave.
Sunny Isles Beach
(305) 792-1908
www.sunnyislesbeachjazz.com

NOVEMBER 2009

Miami Book Fair International

November 8-15, 2009
Thousands of book lovers attend readings and discussions featuring prize-winning, best-selling and emerging authors from the U.S. and around the world.
Miami-Dade College
Wolfson Campus, 300 NE 2nd Ave.
Downtown Miami
(305) 237-3258
www.miamibookfair.com

DECEMBER 2009

Art Miami

December 2-6, 2009
This annual modern and contemporary art fair features approximately 90 galleries from Europe, Asia and the Americas.
Wynwood Arts District
(888) 772-8926
www.art-miami.com

New Year’s Eve at Bayfront Park

December 31, 2009
Annual New Year’s Eve event featuring a concert performance and midnight fireworks display.  Gates open at 7 p.m., the show starts at 8 p.m., and the fireworks are at midnight. 7 p.m. to midnight. FREE.
Bayfront Park
301 N. Biscayne Blvd.
Downtown Miami
(305) 358-7550
www.bayfrontparkmiami.com