Things to Do
ready to feast on faves like lamb and spanakopita. à 2401 SW Third Ave (stsophiamiami .org). Feb 24, 25 11am–11pm; Feb 26 noon–9pm. $5.
MARCH
Miami Sailing Week Offering six days of sailing
competitions, Bacardi’s Miami Sailing Week returns for its seventh year, bringing dozens of international sailors and a variety of land and sea activities to Miami. à Regatta Park, 2699 SW 27th Ave (
miamisailingweek.com). Mar 5–11 at various times; free.
International
Orchid Festival Wander through gardens filled with more than 10,000 orchid plants at Fairchild’s 15th annual extravaganza. As well as ogling the vibrant flowers, guests are invited to enjoy live music and a full tea service (scones and all!) in the Baobab Courtyard beside the grounds’ historic Gate House. Festival entry is in addition to the price of admission to the garden ($25 for adults). à Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Rd, Coral Gables (fairchildgarden .org). Mar 10–12 10:30am–3:30pm; $20, children under 13 free.
Wings for Wishes Load up on wings while raising
money for the Make-a-Wish Southern Florida chapter. The block party event includes tastings (think sauces galore) and a wing-eating competition, plus lots of craft beer and wine- pairing options. à Sports Grill, 1559 Sunset Dr, South Miami (
facebook.com/wingsforwishesmiami). Mar 11 at 11:30am; $35.
Calle Ocho Little Havana’s popular street
festival takes over nearly 20 blocks of Miami with Latin food, live performances and lots of outdoor salsa dancing. Organized by the Kiwanis Club of Little Havana, the legendary festival’s 40th edition is expected to bring thousands to the historic street, celebrating Miami’s vibrant
à Ritz-Carlton South Beach, 1 Lincoln Rd (
cochon555.com). Mar 26 at 4pm; $125–$400.
Deering Seafood Festival
on the Bay Packed with fresh crustaceans, celebrity chefs and continuous live entertainment, the Deering Estate’s Seafood Festival remains one of South Florida’s most popular foodie events. It offers fresh eats, cooking demos, boat rides, natural wildlife tours and an artisan market. à 16701 SW 72nd Ave (
deeringestate.com). Mar 26 10am–6pm; $15, at the door $25.
WakeFest 2017
Celebrate J. Wakefield Brewing’s two- year anniversary with a boozy block
party featuring more than 80 breweries and local food trucks. Eventgoers get unlimited pours and dibs on a selection of specialty bottles.
à Mana Wynwood, 318 NW 23rd St (786-254-7779,
jwakefieldbrewing.com/ events). Feb 18 noon–5pm; $75–$250.
APRIL PAMM Art of the
Hispanic community. à SW 8th St between Eighth and 27th Aves (
carnavalmiami.com). Mar 12 at 10am; free.
Key Biscayne Art Festival Just south of downtown Miami,
the Village of Key Biscayne and the Rotary Club of Key Biscayne host a two-day alfresco art festival filled with life-size sculptures, paintings for sale, handmade jewelry, photography booths, ceramics and more. à 400 Crandon Blvd, Key Biscayne (artfestival .com/cities/key-biscayne). Mar 19, 20 10am–5pm; free.
Taste of Tennis Kick off the Miami Open with
something delicious: an evening spent mingling with the hottest tennis celebrities while sipping cocktails under the stars and noshing on bites prepared by notable local chefs. It all happens along the W South Beach’s spectacular pool. à W South Beach, 2201 Collins Ave (
tasteoftennis.com/miami). Mar 20 at 7pm; $200.
Time Out Miami February 9–May 17, 2017 Miami River Seafood
Party Remix The museum’s largest annual fund-raiser is one of its tastiest events—and among its priciest. Don’t have the funds but still want to chip in? Snag tickets to the remix after-party. Enjoy desserts by celebrated chef Alex Guarnaschelli, cocktails and dancing under the stars. à Pérez Art Museum Miami, 1103 Biscayne Blvd (
pamm.org). Apr 1 at 10:30pm; $125.
and Music Festival Miami River is famous for its fish and seafood, and this festival showcases the best eats from the waterfront community. Guests have the opportunity to experience river tours, boat rides and a yacht expo as well as dig into all that food. à Lummus Park, 404 NW Third St (786-355- 4800,
tasteofbrickell.com). Mar 25 at 1pm; $10–$75.
Cochon555 The annual swine-eating fest
celebrates heritage breed pigs and family farmers and promotes agricultural education and responsibility. This year promises more than 1,500 pounds of heritage- breed pork and dozens of pig dishes by renowned local chefs. Boutique wines, craft cocktails and artisanal brews are on hand to wash it all down. A portion of all sales benefit the charity Piggy Bank’s family farm mission.
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Brew House Rock Learn everything you need to
know about German beers, one of the oldest brew styles in the world. Concrete Beach’s monthly educational series covers all the basics, from hops to key brewing styles. à Concrete Beach Brewery, 325 NW 24th St (
concretebeachbrewery.com). Apr 3 8–9pm; $5.
Wynwood Life Art Festival Fusing art, music, food and
fashion, the weekend-long street celebration features pop-up art galleries, a style lounge hosting runway shows and a culinary showcase led by prominent Miami chefs. More than 20 local bands and DJs also take the stage, including Afrobeta. à Enter at NW Fifth Ave (
wynwoodlife.com). Apr 21–23; free.
Redland Blues &
Barbecue Festival Feast on all sorts of grilled, smoked and sauce-slathered
PHOTOGRAPH: JULIA ROSE PHOTOGRAPHY
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