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EXPLORE MIAMI | | | | | | | Miami Spice Restaurant Month | | | | | Description: No, it's not Miami's fair weather (or even the Marlins or Dolphins!) that generates all the buzz in the late summer it's a month-long event called Miami Spice. During this time, more than 50 top-flight restaurants offer amazing prix fixe menus for unbelievable discounts of 25 to 60% off regular prices.
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| International Ballet Festival of Miami1700 Washington Ave
Miami Beach,
FL
33139
305-358-5885 | | | | | Description: World-class ballet companies from North America, South America, Asia and Europe converge on Miami during this annual celebration of dance. Performances are given at the following venues: Jackie Gleason Theater in Miami Beach; Miami's Manuel Artime Theater and Carnival Center for the Performing Arts; and Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm. Additional events include a film series that begins on August 31, various workshops and classes, and even a fine arts exhibition.
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| Funkshion: Fashion Week Miami Beach | | | | | Description: If you've got a keen sense of style, then you don't want to miss taking part in Miami Beach's Fashion Week, held each spring and again in the fall. This is when more than 20 of the world's most innovative designers showcase the new cuts set to premiere in their seasonal collections. What's more, models, celebs and jetsetters from all over converge on South Beach for these five days, taking part in all the after-parties held up and down Collins Avenue and Ocean Drive.
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| Junior Orange Bowl International Youth Festival550 Biltmore Way
Coral Gables,
FL
| | | | | Description: From October through January, the Junior Orange Bowl hosts competitions in sports and the arts for youth from around the world. The festival's 20-plus events take place at several venues in Miami and Coral Gables.
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| 301 Biscayne Blvd
Miami,
FL
33168
305-653-1877 | | | | | Description: In October, Miami locals and fun-seeking visitors can ring in the fall with the boisterous Miami Carnival. From exotic parades to numerous concerts (including a band contest) to eye-popping fireworks, this huge street party has it all. Of course, are numerous foods and festive beverages to choose from.
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| | | | | | Description: Hot DJs and spectacular live bands showcase at this awesome dance music festival. Past lineups have featured bands like Duran Duran, Daft Punk and Thievery Corporation.
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| Ramble A Garden Festival10901 Old Cutler Rd
Coral Gables,
FL
33156
305-667-1651 | | | | | Description: This popular family festival dates back to 1941 when Nell Jennings, wife of Fairchild Tropical Garden founder Colonel Robert H. Montgomery, organized the first fund-raising event to buy a truck for the Garden. The unique ambience of the Ramble blends old traditions and new introductions, offering residents and visitors a festival of plants, garden accessories, exhibits, shopping, food, music, and activities for children and adults.
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| Holiday Music at Fairchild10901 Old Cutler Rd
Miami,
FL
33156
305-667-1651 | | | | | Description: At this festive event, guests enjoy an enchanting evening of holiday music, which is performed by an ensemble from the Florida Philharmonic Orchestra. The concert is followed by a reception with champagne and elegant desserts. Seating is limited and reservations are required.
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| 1901 Convention Center Dr
Miami,
FL
33139
305-358-5885 | | | | | Description: It's no secret that Miami Beach exists as one of the world's barometers for things edgy and cool, so it shouldn't surprise that, come December, thousands of serious art collectors, curators, designers and artists descend upon the city for this renowned international show, whose varied program also includes panel discussions, guided tours, film screenings, concerts and, of course, countless high-brow parties. Most of the city's top galleries get into the spirit of the event, and several designated exhibit sites are located in the Art Deco District. The original Art Basel, held each year in Basel, Switzerland, has long been regarded as Europe's premiere contemporary art fair.
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| Coconut Grove King Mango StrutMain Hwy & Grand Ave
Coconut Grove,
FL
| | | | | Description: If laughter is the best medicine then the King Mango Strut is the cure for whatever ails you! Held in late December, this parody of the Orange Bowl Parade winds its way through the streets of Coconut Grove. Anything goes, so be prepared for participating groups like the "Precision Briefcase Drill Team" and the "Marching Freds" (by the way, if your name is Fred, feel free to join in)!
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