MULTICULTURAL MIAMI

CONVENTIONS, LEISURE & TRAVEL

Multicultural Tourism & Development Department Attends NCBMP Annual Convention

Connie Kinnard, Vice President of Multicultural Tourism & Development will be attending the 38th Annual Convention of National Coalition of Black Meeting Professionals November 11-13 in Cincinnati, OH. The NCBMP is a non-profit organization dedicated primarily to the training needs of African American Meeting Planners.

Travel Weekly’s CruiseWorld Returns to the MBCC

Convention Services welcomes Travel Weekly’s CruiseWorld to the Miami Beach Convention Center, November 10-12. The event includes a signature one-day exhibitor showcase, supplier workshops, peer-led sessions, and myriad networking opportunities for suppliers and advisors. Click here for more information. Click here to learn more.

Miami Beach Budget Includes Funding to Support American Black Film Festival

Miami Beach has been the host city for the American Black Film Festival (ABFF) for 17 of its 25 years. Seeking to keep the festival here for at least the next couple of years, City Commissioners gave preliminary approval to $200,000 in sponsorship money for events in 2021 and 2022 The funding still needs final approval when Commissioners vote on the FY 2021-22 budget in September, but support for the festival was clear at a recent budget briefing.

Formula 1 Signs 10-Year Deal to Host Miami Grand Prix at Hard Rock Stadium

Formula 1 and Hard Rock Stadium signed a 10-year deal to host the Miami Grand Prix starting in 2022. The 3.4-mile track will be built on and near Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. The deal includes a $5 million commitment to create community programs within the city of Miami Gardens. Click here to learn more.

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