2009-2010 Miami Calendar of Events

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 Europe, Latin America, Asia, the Caribbean and North America. 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 Beach September Sports Series

September 19-20, 2009
A Triathlon, Duathlon, Sprint Kids Race, Ocean Mile Swim, Awards Party, 5K, and the Inline Skate Series are all part of this family-friendly sporting event. Visit the web site for details.
Various locations throughout Miami Beach.
(561) 241-3801
www.familyfitnessweekend.com

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 Drive
Miami Beach
(866) 887-9463
www.miamiwinefair.com

October 2009

Speed Jam 2009: IndyCar / Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series

October 9-10, 2009
It’s motorsports history at Homestead-Miami Speedway in 2009, as HMS becomes the first speedway ever to host to all of North America’s premier motorsports championships: the IndyCar, Firestone Indy Lights and Grand-Am Rolex Sports Car Series on Oct. 9-10; and NASCAR’s Sprint Cup, Nationwide and Camping World Truck Series Nov. 20-22.

Keep updated on tickets for all six Championships via www.HomesteadMiamiSpeedway.com or call (866) 409-RACE.
Homestead-Miami Speedway
1 Speedway Boulevard
Homestead
(305) 230-5000
www.homesteadmiamispeedway.com

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. Enjoy world premieres, symphonic concerts, chamber music, jazz performances and much more.
University of Miami Frost School of Music,
Gusman Hall, 1314 Miller Drive
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 Avenue
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 Avenue
Downtown Miami
(305) 237-3258
www.miamibookfair.com

Ford Championship Weekend – NASCAR

November 20-22, 2009
Enjoy four days of racing excitement, with the Ford 200 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series Finale (Nov. 20); Ford 300
NASCAR Busch Series Finale (Nov. 21); and Ford 400
Chase for the NASCAR Nextel Cup Finale (Nov. 22).
Ticket Office: (866) 409-RACE.
Homestead-Miami Speedway,
1 Speedway Blvd.
Homestead
(305) 230-5000
www.homesteadmiamispeedway.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. Art Miami – with an emphasis on galleries showing mid-career and established artists, in addition to spaces reserved for emerging, cutting-edge artists – provides unprecedented access to Miami’s exciting art market.
The Art Miami Pavilion
Northeast 1st Avenue between Northeast 32nd & 31st Streets
Wynwood Arts District
(888) 772-8926
www.art-miami.com

Art Basel Miami Beach

December 3-6, 2009
This international art show and American sister event of Art Basel in Switzerland is recognized as the most important annual art show of its kind in America. Two hundred leading art galleries will exhibit 20th- and 21st-century art works from more than 1,500 artists. In addition to Art Basel itself, there will be many ancillary events at art facilities and other public venues around the community.
Miami Beach Convention Center
1700 Convention Center Dr.
Miami Beach
(305) 674-1292
www.artbasel.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 Boulevard
Downtown Miami
(305) 358-7550
www.bayfrontparkmiami.com

January 2010

76th FedEx Orange Bowl Football Game

January 5, 2010
Two of the top-ranked football teams in the country will compete for the Orange Bowl title. Game time is 8 p.m.
Dolphin Stadium
2269 NW 199th Street
Miami Gardens
(305) 341-4700
www.orangebowl.org

Art Deco Weekend

January 15 - 17, 2010
Step back in time and celebrate Art Deco style on the Broadway stage with live music, art and antiques dealers, walking tours, films, lectures, classic cars, street theater and more.
Along Ocean Drive, between 5th and 15th Streets,
Miami Beach
(305) 672-2014
www.mdpl.org

February 2010

Coconut Grove Arts Festival

February 13-15, 2010
One of the largest and most prestigious fine arts festivals in the United States. Features more than 330 internationally renowned artists exhibiting in 12 categories.
Along South Bayshore Drive in Downtown Coconut Grove
(305) 447-0401
www.coconutgroveartsfest.com

South Beach Wine & Food Festival

February 25-28, 2010
Join your favorite Food Network hosts including Rachael Ray, Emeril Lagasse, Paula Dean, Bobby Flay, Tyler Florence and many more for cooking demos and book signings at the American Express Grand Tasting Tents. Other events include the Moët & Chandon BubbleQ, Wine Spectator Tastings, annual Tribute Dinner, Paula’s Poker Party & Casino Night and more. Visit the web site for a complete listing of events and to purchase tickets.
Various locations throughout South Beach.
(877) 762-3933
www.sobewineandfoodfest.com

March 2010

Miami International Film Festival

March 4-15, 2010
The Miami International Film Festival brings the best of world cinema to South Florida. MIFF showcases a variety of acclaimed films from various genres and countries. The Festival has presented films from more than 50 countries, including 125 East Coast, U.S., and world premieres, scores of Oscar winners and nominees, and many international prizewinners.
Various locations throughout Miami-Dade County.
(305) 237-3456
www.miamifilmfestival.com

World Golf Championships - CA Championship at Doral

March 9-14, 2010
This annual tournament features top golfers on the PGA Tour as they tackle the famed Blue Monster course.
Doral Golf Resort & Spa
4400 NW 87th Avenue
Doral
(305) 513-4653
www.worldgolfchampionships.com

Sony Ericsson Open

March 24-April 4, 2010
Features the world’s top-ranked men and women professional tennis players. The event is an elite Tennis Masters Series event on the ATP circuit and top-tier event on the WTA Tour.
Tennis Center at Crandon Park
7300 Crandon Blvd.
Key Biscayne
(305) 446-2200
www.sonyericssonopen.com

April 2010

Miami Dance Festival

Miami Dance Festival (formerly the Miami Beach Dance Festival) will take place at April 1-May 9, 2009 at venues including: Manuel Artime Theater in Little Havana; Byron Carlyle Theater, Colony Theater and Miami Beach Cinematheque on Miami Beach; and PAN (Performing Arts Network) in North Miami. Visit the website for a complete schedule.
Various venues throughout Miami-Dade County.
(305) 858-7002
www.momentumdance.com

May 2010

Redland International Orchid Festival

May 14-16, 2010
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 Avenue
Homestead
(305) 247-5727
www.fruitandspicepark.org

June 2010

South Florida Boat Show

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 Drive
Miami Beach
(954) 946-6164
www.southfloridaboatshow.com

July 2010

America’s Birthday Bash at Bayfront Park

July 4, 2010
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

International Mango Festival

Annual festival celebrates the mangos of the Caribbean with a selection of cultivars sure to dazzle your tastebuds! Experience the world’s largest display of more than 200 locally grown cultivars from the Fairchild’s very own collection to mango tree sales, tastings and evaluations, lectures, food demonstrations, children’s activities and Mangoville. The Veranda Restaurant will be open for snacks and lunch, mango smoothies will be sold and island music will be played throughout the weekend. 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
10901 Old Cutler Road
Coral Gables
(305) 667-1651
www.fairchildgarden.org

American Black Film Festival

July
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