By: Cassie Scott By: Cassie Scott | October 11, 2023 | Events Calendar, Events, Community, Guides,
In a city filled with iconic restaurants and entertainment, choosing your next destination is nearly impossible. Here is a guide to the best upcoming events in our lively city to make your lives easy and fill your week with excitement.
Live Music and Bites at Matador Bar
Experience the rhythm every Friday night as live music is accompanied by delicious menus and specialty sips at Matador Bar Miami Beach EDITION. Transporting guests to another era where class and glamour reign supreme, Matador Bar features an exquisite lounge with specially curated lineups of Miami’s top music talent. For those looking for a more intimate experience, Inviting guests to sip, savor, socialize and dance the night away, live music is a great way to kick off this weekend. 2901 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, Website
Rocky Horror Picture Show at Adrienne Arsht Center
The Arsht Center presents the 48th-anniversary spectacular of the iconic Rocky Horror Picture Show, showcasing the cult classic film that thrilled generations of fans for years. Screening the original, unedited movie, the event will feature a live shadow cast with acclaimed actor Barry Bostwick, who originated the recognizable character Brad Majors in the film. The showing highlights an exciting memorabilia display with costumes and artifacts from the movie and encourages audience participation in a costume contest. Join Bostwick in watching the classic, fabulous and devious characters in one of the most screened movies in the world. 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, Website
Sharks at Frost Science Museum
Dive into the fantastic world of sharks at the Philip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science, where a specially designed ‘oceanarium’ will showcase the majesty and power of sharks. The immersive and interactive experience allows guests to navigate through a shark’s body, learn about their ability to adapt and evolve to survive in different environments and see the world in 360 degrees through the eyes of a hammerhead shark. The exhibition invites people of all ages into the underwater world of these amazing animals to explore their genetic diversity, territories and significance to ocean ecosystems. 1101 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, Website
Martini Festival
Returning bigger and better than ever, Mr Black Cold Brew Coffee Liqueur is hosting its second annual Espresso Martinin Fest. From Oct. 9 through the 15th, coffee and cocktail lovers can indulge in some of the most innovative espresso martini creations at local bars. Whether it’s a happy hour or a night out on the town, Blackbird Ordinary, Bottles Blonde, Red Bar and more showcase exemplary classic coffee cocktails and innovative cold-brewed creations. The week-long event fuses coffee culture with mixology, creating a vibrant espresso martini extravaganza. Website
Sunrise Yoga x Little Lighthouse Foundation
For a more relaxing Friday, Miami locals can strengthen their core and connect with nature at this early morning yoga class. On Friday, Oct. 13, the Little Lighthouse Foundation hosts sunrise yoga with vinyasa-based yoga instructor April May Gardner. Donations to attend support the LLF, a nonprofit that assists underserved children and their families across South Florida. 100 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, Website
Pilates for Pink with SoBe Vegan
Connect to your body and mind with SoBe Vegan and Sol Yoga, which will host a 90-minute class as the two join in supporting the fight against Breast Cancer. Get ready to work your core, followed by a silent auction and treats from various vendors. A portion of the proceeds from this event will be donated to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. 48 NW 25th St, Miami, Website
Live music at Il Giardino at Mr. C Miami
Nestled within Mr. C Miami in Coconut Grove, Il Giardino features live Friday nights showcasing its intimate and luscious garden patio. With an enchanting ambiance reminiscent of an evening on the Amalfi coast, guests will have the luxury of sipping on tantalizing cocktails while enjoying light Italian-inspired bites. Savor Miami’s glorious fall evenings under Il Giardino bistro lights with magical live tunes. 2988 McFarlane Road, Miami, Website
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