The Miami Blog

Florida Reniassance Festival Miami

By DIANA ROWE | Tuesday February 21, 2012 11:49 AM

Two weekends, Saturday and Sunday, March 31-April 8, 2012, revelers can enjoy the Florida Renaissance Festival in Miami from 10:00 a.m. to sunset at the Cauley Square Historic Village.

Sit back and enjoy the show as hundreds of performers on multiple stages bring Renaissance history to life with costumed knights, minstrels, magicians, and wenches. Enjoy historical reenactments, such as three daily jousting tournaments, sword fights, and magical illusions. Feed your hunger with authentic fare from freshly made kettle corn to roasted giant turkey legs, and quench your thirst with swig of mead or ale.

The family-friendly festival also includes rides and games for children including the World’s Largest Rocking Horse, Giant Chess, Barrel Rides, and games of chance and skill.

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Asian Culture Festival

By LAURA NASS | Tuesday January 17, 2012 06:13 PM

Miami stands out when looking for diversity in the United States due to its vibrant and dynamic population and culture. If you will be traveling through Florida during the month of March and are interested in an exciting and unique entertainment experience, do not hesitate to attend the Asian Culture Festival. This festival with offer a perfect example of Miami’s colorful culture.

At the Asian Culture Festival the organization prides itself with being a fun-filled event for the entire family to enjoy. Including various Asian activities like arts and crafts, entertainment, exotic and delicious cuisine, and more, the Asian Culture Festival is one not to be missed. The experience has been described as a “virtual day trip to Asia”, the perfect getaway.

Asian games such as no-hands volleyball will be enjoyed by attendees at the Asian Culture Festival while listening to the sounds of Taiko drummers. The annual event calls to hundreds of people each year, creating a successful and unique experience. The Asian Culture Festival will be held at the Fruit and Spice Park in Homestead, a quick 30 minute drive from downtown Miami, on March 3-4. Adult tickets are being sold at $10, and children under 12 are free!

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South Beach Wine & Food Festival

By DIANA ROWE
Wednesday December 28, 2011 11:12 AM

Since 2001, the South Beach Wine & Food Festival has showcased the talents of the world’s wine and spirit producers, renowned chefs and culinary personalities to thousands of foodies. Events over the 4-day gourmet Miami beach fest include Fun and Fit as a Family; Salsa at Sea; and Whole Foods Market Grand Tasting Village.

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Junior Orange Bowl Parade

By LAURA NASS
Monday November 14, 2011 05:24 PM

Consider attending the 63 year old tradition, the Junior Orange Bowl Parade, during your next South Florida vacation. Celebrate active youth and community with exciting marching bands, vibrant floats, community groups, and much more.

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Miami Short Film Festival

By LAURA NASS
Thursday October 27, 2011 02:09 PM

The Miami Short Film Festival has grown and evolved since 2002 and has become one of the greatest events of its kind in Miami. The festival holds the mission statement that “today’s short films lead to tomorrow’s world-renowned filmmakers.”

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Miami Live Music Month

By LEAH FIELDING
Thursday October 13, 2011 09:21 AM

With over 400 performances across 45 stages the Miami Live Music Month taking place in November should not be missed by any lover of good music.

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Celebrate Halloween in Miami

By ANNE DUCHEN
Wednesday September 14, 2011 09:47 AM

Are you spending Halloween in Miami with your family, or maybe a group of friends? Whatever the travel occasion may be, there are celebration options to fit each and every traveler’s wants. Options range from picking pumpkins, to enjoying a spooky amusement park, to walking through the Halls of Terror, and more.

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The Miami Salsa Congress

By ANNE DUCHEN
Friday August 05, 2011 09:07 AM

Get out your dancing shoes and feel the spice of salsa dance during the annual Miami Salsa Congress. Featuring 80 live showcases, the hottest salsa disc jockeys, live bands, and dance classes, the workshop

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The Fairchild Tropical Gardens: Sunday Fun Day

By LAURA NASS
Tuesday July 19, 2011 09:29 AM

Spend an amazing day exploring 83 acres of rare and tropical trees, plants, and flowers, as well as breathtaking views, music, food and other featured activities at the Fairchild Tropical Gardens. Admission is free every Sunday in August for this can't miss opportunity.

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The Brazilian Film Festival, Miami

By LAURA NASS
Tuesday June 28, 2011 10:30 AM

For 15 years, The Brazilian Film Festival Miami has been delighting sell-out audiences with the newest and most innovative productions from Brazil. The festival brings together industry professional from the US and Brazil and is the main platform for Brazilian film in the US.

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