MULTICULTURAL MIAMI

FESTIVALS & EVENTS

Rolling Loud Miami

See hip hop heavyweights Kanye "Ye" West, Kendrick Lamar and Future headlining the 2022 edition of Rolling Loud Miami. The annual music festival returns to Hard Rock Stadium on July 22 to July 24, featuring a stacked lineup of acts like Gunna, Lil Uzi Vert, Playboi Carti, Lil Baby, Lil Durk, Don Toliver, Baby Keem, City Girls, Gucci Mane and much, much more.

Pass the Mic: We Will Tell Our Stories

On July 22, Oolite Arts partners with the Community Justice Project to focus on the cinematic storytelling of Miami’s most pressing issues. This collaborative model pairs a filmmaker with real community experts. Join a screening of community-centered storytelling by three filmmakers that created new short documentary films spotlighting organizing and community power. Click here for further details.

Colombian Festival: Tierra Querida

Tierra Querida is more than an event, it's an experience. Join the celebration on July 23 & 24 at the Miami-Dade Fairgrounds and enjoy over 20 musical artists on one stage, highlighting the Colombian culture at the Tierra Querida Colombian Festival.

Simón Bolívar y Las Americas Day

The City of Miami Beach invites you to celebrate Simón Bolívar y Las Americas Day , a tribute to Peru. Sunday, July 24 at 5 PM in Collins Park - 21 Street & Collins Avenue by the Simón Bolívar monument.

Family Expo is Coming to Your Neighborhood

The Children’s Trust Family Expo is going out into the community with three events, spread out at various locations and on different days to make sure and reach the largest amount of our diverse population. The Family Expo continues to be the best chance for families to connect with the Trust’s extensive provider network as well as other community agencies and organizations that serve them. The Family Expo is a great opportunity for parents to learn of the wealth of resources and opportunities available to their children including after-school and enrichment programs, nutrition education, injury prevention, programs for children with special needs, pre-K registration information and KidCare outreach.

Central Miami-Dade - Saturday, July 23, 2022, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
The Children’s Trust Family Expo at Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus

South Miami-Dade - Saturday, July 30, 2022, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
The Children’s Trust Family Expo at Sweet Home Community Campus

North Miami-Dade - Saturday, August 6, 2022, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
The Children's Trust Family Expo at PK People Matter Fest
Betty T. Ferguson Recreational Complex

Arts & Business Council of Miami - Miami Arts Marketing Project Presents Maximizing MAMP: Increase Impact - Outsource Your Marketing

Join the Arts & Business Council of Miami for another Miami Arts Marketing Project session on July 26, Maximizing MAMP: Increase Impact - Outsource Your Marketing. Learn how to find the right consultant or agency, questions to ask, & how to determine realistic goals, costs and expectations.

Miami Emerging Arts Leaders: Virtual Networking Event

Arts Leaders Assemble! On July 27, join the Miami Emerging Arts Leaders for a virtual, interactive networking session with opening remarks by Michael Spring, Director, Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs. Did you know Miami-Dade County is home to more than 40,000 cultural workers? Meet other young and/or new arts administrators and find out how to stay connected to Miami’s arts community. Click here for further details.

Little Black Dress & Pearls Event

The Miami-Dade Chamber of Commerce - Women's Business Council presents, Little Black Dress & Pearls: Let's talk about Women, Wisdom, and Wealth! Saturday, July 30 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the Hilton Miami Airport/Blue Lagoon. Learn more here.

Hampton Art Lovers Presents: Overtown Born Day Celebration

Overtown was born 126 years ago, join as we celebrate its past, present and future. This celebration will be held on July 30 at the Historic Ward Rooming House and will also feature the artistry of REMYZ Music, Christell Roach, and the exhibition Starry Crown: Art of #BlackGirlMagic. Art of Black Miami is a sponsor of this event. Click Overtown Born Day Celebration to learn more.

Conch Pearl Entertainment 242 Presents Junkanoo Fest

Experience the authentic soul of the Bahamas at Junkanoo Fest . A cultural festival that features Bahamian music, food and the expression of Junkanoo which is a representation of freedom! A four day weekend of activities celebrating Bahamian Culture and shared heritage. Held July 29-30 in Miami Gardens.

Art on the Plaza: “Clint and April"

On view from July 29 through Oct. 7 as part of MOCA’s Art on the Plaza series, Autumn Casey’s “Clint and April” is a sculptural installation featuring two swans, each secured on their respective plinths. The sculptures are illuminated from within via solar-powered lights. Existing as a pair to echo the natural practice of swans who mate for life, “Clint and April” creates a tender space for the contemplation of beauty, love, ideas of worship and familial bonds. Included with the installation is a performance with a written prompt of questions to inspire conversation between the artist and the audience. Cost: Free and open to the public, located outside on the MOCA Plaza.

Miami New Drama at the Colony Theatre Presents Papá Cuatro

A Cultural Celebration, Musical, Documentary…a Venezuelan House Party. Papá Cuatro is a world-premiere musical that tells an extraordinary immigrant tale of a generation of Venezuelan musicians who were forced to leave their country in hopes of a better future, taking with them centuries of traditions and the joyous sound of an iconic Latin American string instrument: El Cuatro. Featuring Mariaca Semprún, Miguel Siso, Eduardo Betancourt, Mafer Bandola y Adolfo Herrera. Conceived & Directed by Juan Souki. Running through July 31. Tickets at Miami New Drama.

Jazz at MOCA Featuring the French Horn Collective

Jazz at MOCA” is MOCA’s free outdoor concert series on the last Friday of every month. On Friday, July 29, MOCA is pleased to present The French Horn Collective. The French Horn Collective is an energetic and progressive band that performs an eclectic variety of Gypsy jazz, swing, and modern original French music throughout South Florida. Led by Parisian musician, multi-instrumentalist, composer, singer and songwriter Vincent Raffard, the diverse group consists of anywhere from three to eight highly talented musicians from a myriad of musical backgrounds, with instrumentation including trumpet, guitar, violin, double bass, clarinet, and vocals. Free and open to the public with RSVP.

Opening Reception for CAPTURE: a Portrait of the Pandemic

On August 4 from 7-9pm, join HistoryMiami and DJ and photographer Rahsaan “Fly Guy” Alexander for the opening of their newest exhibition CAPTURE: a Portrait of the Pandemic. The 61 image exhibition will open with drinks, live music, and much more. Limited tickets available. The event is free to attend, RSVP here.

36th International Hispanic Theatre Festival of Miami

36th International Hispanic Theatre Festival of Miami returns to the Arsht Center with three riveting plays representing Chile, Argentina and the United States. Showing through July 31.

IFE-ILE Afro-Cuban Dance Festival

IFE-ILE Afro-Cuban Dance Company, Miami’s premier nonprofit dedicated to the preservation, promotion, and advancement of Afro-Cuban culture through dance and music, will once again present its 27th IFE-ILE Afro-Cuban Dance Festival, featuring dance workshops, live performances, after parties, lectures, children’s activities and more. This year’s theme is Dance Untamed: Rituals or Resistance for the 21st Century. August 3-6 at HistoryMiami Museum and the Koubek Center. Click here for more details.

African Diaspora Dance and Drum Festival of Florida

A world class international celebration of dance, drum, music, and culture. Featuring renowned native Artists from Guinea ~ Senegal ~ Mali ~ Ivory Coast ~ Haiti ~ Cuba. This cultural arts destination festival held August 5-7, is set to be an exceptionally high-spirited, three-day family-friendly, multicultural arts, and educational event. It attracts local, national and international participants while connecting the African Diaspora to our diverse communities. Delou continues to "Bridge Cultural & Communal Gaps" by expanding the knowledge base of the community through a variety of program components for the entire family to enjoy. Click here for more details.

Helen Simoneau Danse

Helen Simoneau Danse showcases an evening of dance theater. Delicate Power examines the different ways we yield, share or exert power. Babe, an excerpt of Simoneau's evening-length work DARLING, explores vulnerability, intimacy, and how touch informs relationships within and outside of romance. The program will also feature a new duet at the South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center from August 5-7.

Sandrell Rivers Day

On August 13, in honor of Chief Sandrell Rivers' birthday, Fantasy Theatre Factory presents a spectacular evening of distinctly uplifting music, visual art, poetry, fashion and more! Join us for live arts performances, networking, tributes by local tastemakers and a cultural celebration in the name of our hometown icon. Learn more.

The Restless Exile of Gerardo Machado,

Book presentation on “The Restless Exile of Gerardo Machado,” an account of the life of Cuba’s fifth president after he left the island in 1933. Machado’s experience while exiled has been compiled from personal correspondence, newspaper accounts, and documents from the U.S Federal Bureau of Investigation and the U.S. State Department obtained via the Freedom of Information Act. The presentation will be followed by a conversation and Q&A with the author moderated by historian and political scientist, Daniel Pedreira, Ph.D. Hosted by the Cuban Heritage Collection at the University of Miami on Thursday, August 11 at 6:00 p.m. Click here to register.

Black Pepper Food & Wine Festival

On August 13, immerse yourself in the culture and cuisine of South Florida’s African Diaspora at the 2nd annual Black Pepper Food & Wine Festival. Presented by the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau’s Black Hospitality Initiative, this not-to-be-missed food festival celebrates and supports Black-owned restaurants and food trucks by providing a platform to increase exposure. Besides culinary offerings, the festival will feature live music featuring DJ and bands, on-site cook off competition, live podcast interviews, guest chefs, Black Vendor Marketplace and much more.

American Museum of the Cuban Diaspora and Cuban Legacy Gallery, MDC Special Collections Invite You to Experience Baruj Salinas 1972-2022

How did the universe come to exist? For over 50 years, Cuban American artist Baruj Salinas has pondered this metaphysical question, and sought answers from the living, breathing mysteries around us: the clouds above, the oceans surrounding, and cosmic spaces yet unknown. On view now at the American Museum of the Cuban Diaspora, Baruj Salinas: 1972–2022 presents a fascinating exhibition of Salinas’ abstract works — and his attempts to give shape to the formation of the universe — through a thematic display of large-scale paintings, glazed ceramics, and more. A Miami-based artist, Baruj Salinas has taught at Miami Dade College (MDC) since 1995. On view until August 14, 2022, this special exhibition is presented in collaboration with the Cuban Legacy Gallery of MDC Special Collections. Learn more here.

XXVII International Ballet Festival of Miami

Through August 14 at the Fillmore Miami Beach, dance stars from around the world perform the most famous classical and neo-classical ballet repertoire at the Etoiles Classical Grand Gala Performance. Featuring prestigious ballet companies represented by their greatest stars, the evening will captivate the attention of the most demanding audiences featuring a showcase of inspiring dance performances. Learn more here.

Summer Blooms - Solo Art Exhibit of the Artist Annick Duvivier

Artist Statement: Last year at this time (2021), I was in the NICU with my baby girl. She stayed for a total of 110 days. There, I was continually told by the physicians and nurses that I needed to create a CONNECTION in order to have LOVE, ENERGY and HAPPINESS. Difficult challenges provide the foundation for COURAGE and GROWTH, to have HOPE and POSITIVITY! I created this painting collection illustrating with orchid flowers each of those words, using the meaning and symbolism of color. It is a year-round celebration of color, feminine strength, and desires. Open daily to the public from 9am to 9pm through August 16 at the Kimpton Epic Hotel 16th Floor Gallery. Click here to learn more.

Cultural Encounter: Dominican Tastes and Sounds at Club Típico Dominicano

Immerse yourself in the tastes and sounds of the Dominican Republic at Club Típico Dominicano, Miami’s oldest Dominican nightclub and restaurant. During this unique experience, the club owners will guide participants in a food tasting highlighting some of their most popular dishes while sharing the history of this iconic space and its importance to the local community. Then it’s time to dance with an interactive performance of merengue music by Reylin Pascual. In partnership with Club Típico Dominicano and The Allapattah Collaborative, CDC. August 17 from 6-8pm, registration required.

NoMi Art Walk

Mark your calendars for the next edition of NoMi Art Walk on August 20th! Visit your favorite local artists, listen to live music, drink wine, and celebrate the beginning of the school year! Learn more here.

ARTiculation at Arsht: Summer Slam Edition

Join the Arsht Center on August 20 for this free, not-to-be-missed evening of curated and competitive verbal expression and cheer on your favorite poet! ARTiculation at Arsht, Summer Slam Edition, will be a slam poetry event in which local, regional and national poets can sign up to perform their original work and win up to $1,000. Witness storytellers transform their words into performances that remind us of the integral role poetry and spoken word play in our culture. Individual poets and slam teams (of four members or fewer) aged 14 and older are welcome to sign up now through August 1. ARTiculation at Arsht Summer Slam Edition will be hosted by Ingrid B with DJ She-J Hercules and curation by Deborah Magdalena and Just John. Reserve your passes for this summer slam today! Click here to learn more.

Hampton Art Lovers Presents "Starry Crown: Art of #BlackArtMagic"

Hampton Art Lovers presents a curated installation that celebrates the Art of #BlackGirlMagic with portraiture and sculptures of African-American women featuring the art of Elizabeth Catlett, Samella Lewis, Benny Andrews, Faith Ringgold, Ruth Carter, John Biggers, Basil Watson, Barkley Hendricks, others. This show highlights selections from Ebony Broadsides (works on paper) and the Florida Memorial University Collection. On view through August 28, click here to learn more.

HistoryMiami Museum Extends "It’s a Miami Thing: Highlights from Our Collection"

In celebration of the City of Miami’s 125th birthday, you can explore highlights from the museum’s vast collection of artifacts and archival materials. Over the decades, the museum has collaborated with the community to collect, preserve, and share local history, in particular objects that document the uniqueness of our city. It's a Miami Thing will display hundreds of items including unearthed Tequesta artifacts from 800 A.D., Seminole patchwork clothing, prints from naturalist John James Audubon’s Birds of America, treasure salvaged from the 1622 Nuestra Señora de Atocha shipwreck, discovered 35 years ago off the coast of the Florida Keys, and a cape from famed astrologer Walter Mercado. Now through September 4, 2022. Learn more.

Coconut Grove Sports Hall of Fame Museum "Meet & Greet & Tour Saturday Foodie Event"

Every Saturday from 12pm to 5pm, join the Coconut Grove Sports Hall of Fame Museum and walk through West Grove sports history, reunite with local Alumni, enjoy great food, music, and community spirit! Leadership Prep Foundation Inc. is the parent organization of the Coconut Grove Sports Hall of Fame Museum whose mission is to preserve, support, and promote the historical significance of Bahamian and African American history and cultural heritage through Sport in West Coconut Grove.

The Doral Yard's Musical Line Up

The Doral Yard continues to shine the spotlight on the amazing musical talent South Florida has to offer featuring like music almost every night. Come early and enjoy happy hour specials from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at The Bar at The Yard and enjoy delicious eats by savory and sweet culinary vendors at The Doral Yard. Learn more.

North Miami Beach Street Market

The City of North Miami Beach presents the NMB Street Market. Taking place every Sunday from 10am-5pm. Come spend your Sundays at the NMB Street Market. Live music, food, produce, baked goods, artisan products, accessories, art, flowers, plants and more. Learn more here.

Caribbean Market Days

In case you haven't heard, Caribbean Market Day is back every Saturday from 10am to 6pm. The market will have vendors selling their wares from all areas of Miami, South Florida, and beyond. Original art work, vintage and thrift finds, handmade goods, artisan treasures and more will fill the stalls of the Caribbean Marketplace in Ti Ayiti (Little Haiti) 5925 NE 2 Second Ave Miami, FL 33137. For more information and vendor inquiries please email lhcc@miamigov.com or call 305 960-2969.

Vizcaya Village Farmers Market

Welcome to the Vizcaya Village Farmers Market! Taste the artistry of local vendors as you explore Vizcaya’s historic farm and village. Discover fresh-made delicacies and hand-crafted goods, fruits and vegetables, baked goods, vegan products, and more. This is a rain or shine program. The Market takes place every Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at the Vizcaya Village located at 3250 S. Miami Ave. Learn more here.

Salsa Nights at the Intercontinental Miami

Dance the night away at the elevated and energetic Salsa Nights at the Intercontinental Miami. Join us the first Friday of each Month for an evening of free salsa classes, performances and dancing to the sounds of Miami’s #1 Latin DJ Jorge Chaurn. Grab your dance shoes for the hottest Salsa Night north of Havana.

Entertainment Nights Return to Hialeah Casino

Fridays and Saturdays from 9pm to 1am during the month of October at
Hialeah Park & Casino 100 E 32nd St Hialeah. With no entertainment nights since April 2020, DJ ASHO will finally be playing amazing Timba, Cubaton, Bachata, Salsa and Latin Top 40's starting this Friday. Free entry and free parking. Click here to learn more.

Haitian Folklore Dance Classes

Come learn various dance styles like Ibo, Nago, Congo and Yanvalou at the Little Haiti Cultural Center. Performances, workshops and private classes are held every Saturday from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m., taught by Nancy St. Leger and the NSL Danse Esemble.

Negra by Randolph Ward

The complexities of femininity, gender identity, and colorism come to the screen in a theatrical adaptation of Me Gritaron Negra by the Peruvian Mother of Dance Theater Victoria Santa Cruz. Negra, is a short dance film presented by international choreographer Randolph Ward in Partnership with Unity Coalition for the 2020 Celebrate Orgullo’s Virtual Festival and stars gender fluid Brazilian born artist Natanael Leal. The film takes viewers on a journey of self love and the confrontation getting to that journey. Negra premiered as part of Celebrate Orgullo's BlackOut Performances. Click here to view Negra.

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