Events archive: July - December 2009





Statewide Beach Warning Flags

Have you seen the flags on the beach lifeguard station? Do you know what they mean and how important they are?
Here is the chart:

beach warning flags RED - High Hazard = High surf and/or strong current

beach warning flags YELLOW - medium hazard = Moderate surf and/or current

beach warning flags GREEN - Low Hard - calm conditions, but still exersize caution

beach warning flags PURPLE - Dangerous marine life

The Life Guard Station in SOBE

Remember:
Never enter the water when the red flag is flying. And if in doubt - just ask the lifeguard on duty.


In South Beach Miami something interesting happens almost daily, but it’s the special events that make the area more fun. We’ve selected a few of the most fascinating monthly events.


July 4, 2009

City of Miami Beach Fourth of July Celebration
- Happy Birthday, America!

July 10 - 12, 2009

TattooLaPalooza South Beach 2009 - one one the world's biggest and best tattoo, motorcycle, and art conventions. If you are looking for a hip event - don't miss this one!

July 17 - 21, 2009

Mercedes-Benz Swimwear Fashion Week - International Swimwear Fashion Show in South Beach Miami - A high visibility event for the fashion, entertainment and luxury goods industry.

August 2009

Super Sand Blast - On Ocean Drive, South Beach Miami, between 9th and 10th streets, kids and guests can enjoy a sand castle building competition, live music from the Islands, face painting and free food.

Summer Splash Wet Fete - At Bayside Hut, the all-inclusive Summer Splash includes a rum punch tasting, wet t-shirt competition and more.

August 28 - September 20, 2009

XIV International Ballet Festival of Miami - More than 120 dancers from 25 different ballet companies all over the world come to South Beach Miami to be part of this ballet festival.

September 2, 2009

The Circus Starring Britney Spears - Britney Spears is performing in American Airlines Arena in Miami. The show - nearly 50 dancers, magicians, clowns and acrobats - is a dazzling display of music, dance, magic, theatrics and more.

September 3 - 7, 2009

The Miami Chess Open 2009 - This event is ponsored by Miami International Chess Academy. The tournament will take place in Hyatt Regency - Miami Convention Center.

September 4 - 8, 2009

Miami Home Design & Remodeling Show - Looking for interior / exterior inspiration? Visit the Labor Day weekend Home Design Show. Features home furnishings and accessories. Open for public.

September 26 - 27, 2009

Annual Miami International Wine Fair - one of the largest wine trade shows in America. About 1,500 wines from 20 countries on display!

October 3, 2009

Lincoln Road Gallery Walk - Showcases more than 40 resident artists at the Arts Center Studios, 800 Lincoln Road. 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Free. 305-674-8278.

October 10 - 11, 2009

Columbus Day Regatta - More than 200 sailboats from more than a dozen classes race on Biscayne Bay from north to south on Saturday, and back on Sunday.

October 11, 2009

Miami Carnaval 2009 - Parade and Festival - 9 AM to 11 PM in Bicentennial Park, Miami. Parade starts at 12:00 noon on NE 27th Street at NE 2nd Avenue. DJs from MIAMI. Miami and Orlando Steelbands. Caribbean Food, Drinks, Arts & Crafts on Sale.

October 14 - 19, 2009

Fankshion Week Miami Beach - Spring-Summer Collection 2010. Location: The Setai Hotel, Bass Museum of Art.

October 23 - November 1, 2009

South Florida International Auto Show - This event is held in Miami Beach Convention Center and features 1,000 + of the latest and most futuristic modes of transportation on the market.

October 31, 2009

Halloween Party, Lincoln Road, South Beach, 6:00PM – Admission is free and costumes are encouraged. This is one of South Beach Miami special events that can not be missed! In a costume or not, make sure you are dressed with hip style!

November 7, 2009

Sleepless Night - Sleepless Night is a 13-hour arts and entertaining extravaganza featuring 130+ events. All events are FREE. Starts at 6 p.m. on Saturday and continues until 7 a.m. Sunday morning. Click here for schedule.

November 8 - 15, 2009

Miami Book Fair International - One of the nation’s largest outdoor book fairs features some 300 booksellers and publishers, and more than 250 authors.

November 13 - 15, 2009

Miami Beach Antique Jewelry & Watch Show - Visit Miami Convention Center for this very unique trade show.

November 21, 2009

Caliente! In Miami 2009 Latin Music Festival - the ultimate Latin dance experience. Tickets on Sale at America Airline Arena.

December 3 - 6, 2009

Art | Basel | South Beach - the most important art show in the United States. Art Basel Miami Beach combines an international selection of top galleries with an exciting program of special exhibitions, parties and crossover events. More than 12,000 visitors over the last three years have attended this must-see event destination in South Beach Miami, Florida.

December 10 - 12, 2009

The Miami Music Festival - The Miami Music Festival is the nation's newest showcase and conference for emerging musical acts. Independent artists, and those invited by record labels and showcase sponsors will perform on more than 25 stages in clubs, restaurants, tents and hotels.

December 31, 2009

Miami Beach New Year's Eve Party - Free fireworks celebration at midnight. Place to watch - the beach near Ocean Drive and 8th Street.


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