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Family Friendly Events in Miami – January 2019

Family Friendly Events in Miami - January 2019
Family Friendly Events in Miami - January 2019

Florida’s playground stays hot year round, and winter is no exception with family-friendly activities in Miami that you won’t want to miss. Now is the perfect time to treat family and friends and visit Miami’s holiday hot spots. And don’t worry, we’ve compiled a list of great events you’ll want to be sure to mark in your calendar, to attend during this winter season.

Enter the Marvel Universe

You don’t want to miss this opportunity to see Ironman, Spiderman, Dr. Strange, and the Hulk all come to life right before your eyes in this action-packed live Marvel Universe LIVE show! This is your chance to see all of your favorite Marvel superheroes battle the Green Goblin, Electro, Black Cat, and many more infamous villains.

Kids of all ages and sizes are welcome on this epic quest to defend the earth against evil mutant forces. The fight to save the world begins at the BB&T Center in the city of Sunrise on January 12th, and at the American Airlines Arena on January 17th. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster and Vivid Seats.

Nostalgic Musicals and Performances

Bringing back the nostalgia of the old school educational TV shows, School House Rock LIVE does not disappoint. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself singing along to old favorites like “Just a Bill” and “A Noun is a Person Place or Thing”.

This Emmy award-winning show of the 70s will rekindle the childlike spirit in you and introduce a new generation to clever educational songs about grammar, math, science, and politics. The pop culture phenomenon comes to a stage near you on January 14th at the Amaturo Theater.

Want a change of pace? Try a magic show. But, not just any magic show. The Masters of Illusion are bringing the magic in a show filled with the “greatest illusions of our time” to the Coral Springs Center for the Arts. You’ll want a front row seat for this performance filled with comedic tricks and dangerous escapes. Featured on CBS and The Today Show, The Masters of Illusion will be in Miami on January 16th.

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Adding to the lineup of adorable children’s books adapted for the stage, comes Rosie Revere, Engineer & Friends: Family Fun Series. This performance comes from the illustrated children’s book Rosie Revere, Engineer, and follows a young girl as she pursues her dreams of becoming an engineer. Rosie channels her ambitions and inspiration to develop unique inventions like hot dog dispensers, helium pants, and python-repelling cheese hats.

Displaying relatable and sincere personality traits, she hides her unique creations under her bed out of fear of failure. Yet, Rosie’s Aunt helps her realize that failure should be embraced and celebrated as a new opportunity to improve. This inspirational stage performance is appropriate for the whole family and will be featured at the Amaturo Theater on January 19th.

Based on a series of American children’s books, most popular amongst 2nd and 3rd graders, the Henry & Mudge play is a beloved live-action story of life, love, and loyalty between a young boy and his canine companion.

The story follows the young boy and his adored 182-pound mastiff as he adjusts to the new responsibility of owning a dog. When cousin Annie comes to visit, things take a turn and Henry runs away.  First published in the 80s, this popular children’s book has been adapted for the stage and will be performed at the Amaturo Theater on January 25th. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster.

Bring the outdoors indoors

Take a thrilling ride to the depths of the ocean at the Parker Playhouse, featuring Erth’s Prehistoric Aquarium Adventure. Rediscover ancient reptiles in an immersive and fun performance that combines science, actors, puppets, and technology to create an unforgettable experience for the whole family. Meet and greets are available with the show’s puppeteers and featured creatures. Get your tickets today for the January 18th show.

The Tropical Fish and Pet Expo is a great way to round out family-friendly activities in Miami. Presented by the Gold Coast Aquarium Society, it is the only plant and fish event in South Florida. If you are looking for a break from the excitement, come learn about a diverse variety of rare tropical fish, plants, and freshwater aquarium fish. The expo will be held at the Rodeway Inn & Suites on January 26th.

Call us for more details

These family-friendly activities in Miami during the winter season are just the tip of the iceberg of what this city has to offer. Other major events taking place include the Legacy Ball by the Granada Day School at the Hotel Colonnade Coral Gables and Your Alien: Family Fun Series at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center. Another children’s book performance, this musical explores an uncanny friendship between a young boy and an alien.

We invite you to inquire for more details about these events or others in the area that you may be interested.

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Best Things to Do in Miami in January 2019

Best Things to Do in Miami in January 2018
Best Things to Do in Miami in January 2018

It’s a new year and there’s still time to continue the winter celebration. Ride the wave of new year resolutions and new beginnings by making plans to visit Miami Beach in January, and enjoy all that the city has to offer during the holiday season.

If you didn’t get an opportunity to see the sights during Christmas, the after party is still taking place in Miami Beach. With 70 degrees weather, it is a perfect time for sightseeing activities and strolling. In case you didn’t know, Miami Beach is the best place to chill in January, and we have a quick compilation of ideas you may want to explore with friends and family.

Santa Is Still Here

Come check out Santa’s Enchanted Forest adorned with festive lights, Ferris Wheels, and Florida’s tallest Christmas Tree, located on 40th street. The world’s largest holiday theme park won’t be here much longer — it will oDnly last until January 6th.

With over 100 rides, games, shows, and attractions, there is something for everyone in your entourage to enjoy. Whether you’re a big kid or little kid, you will enjoy the variety of rides, shows, interactive experiences, and food available.

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Winter Nature Adventures

Looking for something different? An Everglades Airboat Tour is a great alternative and unique adventurous experience.

Exploring the Florida Everglades is a great outdoor activity for everyone in the family. During a thrilling ride on an airboat, guided by highly trained tour guides starting at 30 minutes, you may have the opportunity to catch a glimpse of wildlife.

Try a Red Eye Night Tour for 60 minutes and catch a glimpse of exotic nature. There are also private tours available for 60 minutes that give an in-depth view of the Everglades. Tours are available 7 days a week.

Try a cruise on the Biscayne Bay for a different sightseeing experience with the Venetian Islands, Miami Skyline, Miami Beach, Fisher Island, and Millionaire’s Row, that lasts for over an hour. There are three boats available, including a double-decker with the capacity of holding over 100 people.

Located conveniently by the Bayside Marketplace, you will have the chance to do a little shopping before or after the ocean adventure. If you’re looking for a change of pace, try out the Glass Bottom Boat Cruise on the Key Largo Princess that features John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park and hundreds of exotic fish. During this water adventure (two hours long!), everyone is able to see the reef simultaneously.

Art and Sunshine

Miami’s beautiful Art Deco District is a consistently world famous featured attraction, perfect to fully enjoy in January weather. Check out Miami’s gorgeous architecture and culture of creativity amid the backdrop of South Beach’s historical Official Art Deco Walking Tour.

Over 800 preserved buildings take center stage, with Ocean Drive being a featured attraction. Most notable hotels include the Clevelander, the Park Central Miami Beach, and the Winter Haven Hotel. Other iconic art deco locations also include the Fillmore Miami Beach at the Jackie Gleason Theater and the Radio City Music Hall.

After soaking in the rich art and cultural beauty of South Beach, make a detour to one of the many beaches Miami offers. Soak up the sun and escape the winter blues with a beach ball and ocean dip.

Take a Break in Miami

Miami Beach in January is a great time to take in the sun and sights during the holidays. With ideal weather and rich cultural events throughout the holiday season, there will be something for everyone to enjoy.

Whether you’re looking for unique and adventurous experiences available by boat, any time day or night, or if relaxing in the sunshine is your fortay, Miami Beach is always a good option year round.

Give us a call for more details on these events or others listed on our website, and we’ll be happy to help you with your next holiday excursion!

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Guide to Miami Winter Music Conference 2019

Miami Winter Music Conference 2019
Miami Winter Music Conference 2019

The Miami Winter Music Conference is back, and it is better than ever. Originally founded in 1985 as an electronic festival, nestled in Miami Music Week, the WMC has been a long-running tradition bringing together artists, producers, record labels, industry professionals, and promoters for a three-day festival of parties, award ceremonies, and outdoor concerts. It is the ultimate party.

Miami Music Week

Miami Music Week is an annual gathering of hotel, pool, and club events attended by hundreds of thousands of people, that take place around Miami and South Beach during Ultra Music Festival, which is the crowning event. The best and   Miami clubs and pools are featured for this week-long party extravaganza. The dates for the UMF and WMC typically overlap. In 2019, UMF will now require non-removable, non-transferable wristbands for increased security.

The WMC was recently acquired by Ultra Worldwide, who also purchased International Dance Music Awards (IDMA). As the world’s most successful independent, international music festival brand, Ultra intends to restore the WMC to its former glory days of the most popular dance music industry and networking conference worldwide.

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WMC 2019 comeback

According to Billboard, the Ultra Co-Founder Chair and CEO, Russell Faibisch, was quoted saying, “For decades, the electronic music industry ran through WMC. It was where the mega deals were done and provided a launching point for countless legendary tracks as well as breakthrough DJs. In March 2019, WMC returns with a fully revamped program that gets the industry back to business. It’s the perfect start to an unforgettable Miami Music Week.”

In the upcoming year of 2019, WMC will remain in South Beach in the dynamic Faena District on the week leading up to UMF Miami in late March. In the new year, WMC will feature two tracks of attendance, including passes by invitation and application. This event offers the opportunity for electronic music industry professionals to network with peers in other sectors, such as marketing and social media.

Navigating the WMC scene

Those parties hosted by the WMC are considered “Official events” and are either free or exclusive to WMC badge holders. Non-official parties are typically hosted by independent promoters, artists, and venues. Tickets are available through these individual organizers and may be sold online as well. However, tickets for WMC will available through the events page on WMCinfo.com in late February and early March.

The WMC badge offers free or reduced price entry to seminars, workshops, networking events, exhibits, and Q&A sessions. For those popular or more difficult to enter events, The List will be available online, detailing badge acceptance policies and other relevant information. Still, if you’re interested in industry events, networking, and workshops, the badge is the best option. If you are only interested in specific events, it is best to purchase individual tickets.   

The place to be!

You don’t want to miss out on this dance music paradise in the hottest city on earth! Every major electronic dance music performer will be there to keep the party going. Party locations will vary from Miami Beach to Downtown Miami, and everywhere in between.

Over 1200 artists will be performing at more than 400 venues within and around Miami. Headliners like Afrojack and David Guetta have been known to join the party. Don’t be surprised to see special guests show up as well. Will Smith, prominent actor and musician, has been known to make a surprise appearance.

WMC continues to be the world’s greatest migration of dance music lovers. If you think you can hang, save the dates for March 25 – 28th and prepare yourself for the 34th year of the Miami Winter Music Conference.  

Curious to find out more? If you are a musician or industry professional, check out the Miami Winter Music Conference website to get access. For dance music lovers, give us a call or visit our website for more information on how to purchase tickets to the hottest party of the year.  

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Christmas and Holiday Events in Miami 2018

Christmas and Holiday Events in Miami 2018
Christmas and Holiday Events in Miami 2018

Christmas and Holiday Events in Miami 2018

There is no shortage of things to do in Miami during the holidays. Although Miami may not be the first place you think of when you consider holiday getaways, it is definitely one of best. The city is the best place to celebrate the holidays minus the snow. So, if your looking for family-friendly holiday fun or an escape from adulting, look no further! Check out the holiday events in Miami!

Here are some of the holiday events in Miami:

DPR Holiday Event

This holiday gala takes place on December 6th from 7 – 10 pm, at the Miami Springs Lions Club, and is hosted by the DJs Producers and Remixers Group. Ticket prices are set at $10 presale and $15 at the door. Dance the night away and join the DPR for music and plenty of food and beverages.

FSEA Holiday Party

Come to socialize and dine with the Florida Structural Engineers Association on December 11th at the 94th Aero Squadron, from 6:30 – 10:30 pm. Scholarships will be awarded and presentations given by the University of Miami and Florida International University students.

Attendees are encouraged to provide 3 powerpoint slides with information about their business and current or future projects. These will be visible on a screen throughout the evening. Costs vary from $10 for students to $50 for non – members. Payment can be made online or the night of the event.

The Baltimore Holiday Soiree

The Club at The Biltmore Hotel Miami Coral Gables is the place to be and celebrate the holidays on December 13th. With complimentary, buffet dinner, and premium liquor cash bar, The Club is the perfect holiday getaway for the 21 and over crowd. Tickets must be purchased before the event and are available at $75 for non-members, and $55 for members.

The Biltmore Hotel Miami Coral Gables

Lightrail Yoga Holiday Party

Celebrate the holidays at a yoga sanctuary for a night of fun, music, dancing, and vegan food. This free event takes place at Lightrail Yoga on December 16th, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm.

Esquire’s Merry Holiday Mixer

The Merry Holiday Mixer will be held at Esquire Solutions on December 4th from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Join Miami Client Executives for complimentary hors-d’oeuvres, drinks, and prizes. RSVP by November 30th through EventBrite.

UNO Tournament of Champions Holiday Charity Event

Playing UNO never gets old! This holiday celebration will be held at Fatboy Wings & Tings on December 18th, from 4:00 – 9:00 pm. Come to win your chance at UNO Championship Belt and bragging rights for a year.

There will also be free food, music, and raffles. This event is hosted by Team of H.O.P.E., Inc. and requires either a $20 donation per entry or $10 entry with a NEW, unopened toy donation.

8th Annual Christmas in the Grove

This holiday gala will be held on December 16th from 5:00 – 8:00 pm, at the City of Miami Elizabeth Virrick Park Gymnasium. This event, hosted by the Agape 4 Orphans International, will be complete with a dinner, dance, and toy and gift giveaway.

2nd Annual Holiday Fiesta

This holiday event will be hosted at the Cancun Grill Doral at Midtown Doral with cocktails and hors-d’oeuvres. The holiday bash will begin with an open bar from 7:00 – 11:00 pm complete with live music, raffle prizes, and free parking. RSVP by November 23rd for the event on November 30th.

No matter what, Miami keeps things hot during the holidays! With so many events available, it’s no wonder Miami is still the best place to be to celebrate the holidays. These holiday events in Miami won’t last forever, so make sure to register for your event early. You don’t want to miss out on the festivities.

Still didn’t see anything that may interest you? You may want to check out our list of family-friendly holiday events in Miami. From Christmas carnivals to holiday concerts and live music, Miami comes alive during the holiday season. You are sure to find a celebration fit for the whole family.  

Read more about various events in Miami on our website, today!

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Miami Events in December 2018

Miami Events in December 2018
Miami Events in December 2018

Miami Events in December 2018

Miami is still heating up in the winter time with no signs of slowing down! Planning on visiting in December? There is a whole host of events taking place around the holidays that you won’t want to miss. When you do come, plan to stay a while to take advantage of all the excitement in our iconic city!

From Santa Claus coming to visit annual and epic New Year’s Eve celebrations, come to celebrate the holidays Miami style.

Take a look at what Miami events December has to offer:

  • Santa’s Enchanted Forest

Celebrate the whole month of December in Tropical Park with a 92 foot Christmas Tree and over 3 million Christmas lights. This is a family friendly event, so bring the kids along. They’ll love the variety of rides including the Flying Submarine, The Wacky Shack Funhouse, The Monkey Maze Mirrors, and many more. You won’t want to leave without catching one of the many shows featuring magic, acrobatics, and tons of lights.

Save now up to 30% off Santa’s Enchanted Forest season pass tickets for children, adults, and seniors. This offer ends November 1st. All other tickets are on sale starting October 25th.

  • The Nutcracker

You can’t visit Miami without seeing this classic show filled with your favorite holiday characters, including Mother Ginger, Dewdrop, the sugar plum fairy, and none other than the Nutcracker himself!

Available for the whole month of December, the show can be seen at the South Miami Dade Cultural Center, The Fillmore Miami Beach, the Arts, and Cultural Center, and the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami – Dade County. Ticket prices for this holiday classic vary.

The Nutcracker

  • Deering Holiday Weekend

This December holiday event, held at the Deering Estate, kicks off with a Festival of Trees on November 30th. While free for foundation members, tickets begin at $15 for adults and $7 for children.

On December 8th, Santa Claus makes his official debut with his elves and will be available for photos in the Great Hall. Take an evening stroll or enjoy a festive evening of Mistletoe & Martinis with some of the finest deserts and Hors d’oeuvre Miami has to offer. As if that is not enough celebrating, top off the month of December by enjoying a Holiday Champagne Bay Cruise.

  • Miami Art Week

From December 7th – 10th, the Miami Art Week festival draws crowds of over 70,000 art enthusiasts at its main event, Art Basel Miami Beach. The most prominent art galleries from Latin America, Africa, Europe, Asia, and North America will showcase a variety of exquisite contemporary and modern works.

  • Capital One Orange Bowl

The holiday season is not complete without football. And Miami is hosting the sports event of the season at the Hard Rock Stadium on December 30th. For college football fans, this football playoff game is preceded by a fan fest on December 29th, complete with live performances, vendors, zip line, and rock climbing wall, among others.

  • New Years Eve

Ring in the new year in Miami on December 31st at one of the numerous celebrations taking place at the City of Miami Beach New Year’s Eve Celebration or the annual poolside concert at Fontainebleau Miami Beach. Complete with fireworks, music, and plenty of champagne, it is the ideal way to keep up the heat in the New Year.

Want more football? The Miami Beach Bowl will be hosting a college football event at Marlins Park in Little Havana, featuring the American Athletic Conference vs. Conference USA, which will also be televised on ESPN. The date and other information to be announced soon.

Whatever your interests are during the holidays, the Miami Visitors Center has you covered with information on up and coming must-see events. Didn’t see anything you liked? You may want to take a closer look at other options offered on our website, like holiday cruises, restaurants, or other local attractions. For your convenience, you can book a Christmas Dinner Cruise or tour on our site.

Still, have questions? Give us a call, or go check out our website! See you soon!