Hoping to fill up your Miami events calendar? (As they say, an event a month keeps the boredom demons away... or something like that.) From the year's biggest food and music festivals to exhilarating air and car shows, here are a handful of fun things to do in South Florida if you're on the hunt for some excitement.
Tortuga Music Festival
April 14-16, 2023 | Ft. Lauderdale BeachRock the Ocean's Tortuga Musit Fest is for anyone who likes the beach, live music, and ocean conservation. The 2023 lineup of musicians includes some big-time stars, including Shania Twain, Kenny Chesney, Wiz Khalifa, The Wallflowers, and Eric Church. It's bound to be one of the most popular Miami music festivals of the year!
Miami Beach Polo World Cup
April 20-23, 2023 | Collins ParkAh! The sport of kings! A total of 8 international teams, dozens of "hired assassins," and over 120 horses (and their braided tails) will be bumping and hooking 'til the chukka's very last second, and you're invited to enjoy what's known as the oldest team sport in the world. If you're a UK ex-pat who currently resides in South Beach—which is the case for many MINI Cooper owners—then the Polo World Cup will make you feel right at home.
Racing Fan Fest
May 4-7, 2023 | Wynwood - SWARM Inc (2308 NW 5th Ave)Over the course of 4 days, car lovers can get their fill of horsepower at Racing Fan Fest. This Miami event is free to attend, which makes it even better!
Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix
May 5-7, 2023 | Miami International Autodrome – Miami Gardens, FLThree days of high-flying F1 action, right here in Miami? Sold! Head to the Autodrome grandstands and witness one of the fastest sports on Earth. We recommend personalizing your entire race weekend by purchasing a Campus Pass, though if you'd rather go with the flow, you can buy standard tickets and enjoy the sun, sand, music, food, and artwork on display. Either way, you'll have a blast.
Hyundai Air & Sea Show
May 27-28, 2023 | Miami BeachIt's “The Greatest Show Above the Earth™”! Enjoy your Memorial Day weekend by watching powerboat races, extreme water sports, special drone shows, skydivers, jets and planes, and a fireworks extravaganza to end the soiree.
MIAMI RnB Soul Picnic
June 10-11, 2023 | Virginia Keys Beach ParkThere's perhaps no better medicine for an aching soul than good music. The Miami RnB Soul Picnic delivers those meds in the form of authentic music, food, games, dancing, and local vendors.
Low n Clean Miami Car Show
June 17, 2023 | Miami Airport Convention CenterThis indoor/outdoor car show near Hialeah will feature tons of automobiles (of course) like imported cars, low-riders, and even motorcycles, as well as booth vendors, music, giveaways, and prizes.
Mango Fest
June 22-25, 2023 | Key West, FLYou're about to contract Mango Mania—and that's a good thing. Experience South Florida's finest tropical mangoes, shop local vendors, visit art galleries, and get free mango recipes to bring home.
Summer Fruit Festival
June 25, 2023 | Fruit & Spice Park – Homestead, FLGet a taste of locally grown tropical fruits, play fun lawn games, create art, and enjoy so much more at this year's Summer Fruit Fest in Homestead. It's one of our favorite one-day events in South Florida.
Key Lime Festival
June 30-July 4, 2023 | Key West, FLKeep that fruit-train chuggin'! Hit up Key West's iconic Key Lime Fest to celebrate the area's claim to fame. You'll get to savor Key Limes in many forms, from pies to tarts to cocktails—all while embracing the region's most eccentric activities and people.
Florida Keys BrewBQ
July 14-15, 2023 | Marathon Community Park – Marathon, FLRecognized as the official Florida Keys BBQ and craft beer event, BrewBQ is the perfect South Beach festival for anyone who adores succulent, finger-licking-good food. Family-friendly activities include live music, games, and dancing, and adults can enjoy loads of craft beers.
Think you have what it takes to bring home gold with your so-called world-famous ribs or brisket? Apply!
DreamFest
July 15, 2023 | Miami Marine StadiumWhat can we say? We love our Miami car shows! If you're like us, you'll want to attend this year's DreamFest at Miami Marine Stadium. Not only will cars be judged, but the event will also feather RC drag races, a live DJ, games, a dance party, vendors, and lots of family fun.
Rolling Loud Miami
July 21-23, 2023 | Hard Rock StadiumFollowing last year's roaring success, the 2023 Rolling Loud festival at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium is certain to bring the ruckus. Check the event page for updates to the musician lineup and to purchase tickets.
LYTE Sky Lantern Festival
July 29, 2023
Simply hoping to enjoy a relaxing evening? Attend Lyte Fest and get your chill on underneath the stars. Witness the magic as thousands of sky lanterns are released into the night sky. It's truly a wonderful sight.
Miami Beach Kizomba Festival
August 17-21, 2023 | Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach ResortThe Miami Beach Kizomba Festival (MBKF) aims to bridge the gap between Africa and the African diaspora by sharing the music, dance, and culture of various African countries and encouraging cross-cultural understanding. Really, though, MBKF is just a flat-out great time!
DanceCon 2023 Miami
August 25-27, 2023DanceCon 2023 Miami will feature dynamic performances by some of the world's greatest and most innovative dancers and dance groups.
2023 Florida Keys Lionfish Derby & Festival
September 7-10, 2023 | Postcard Inn Beach Resort & Marina – Islamorada, FLThis South Florida event includes two full days of lionfish fishing, plus a family-friendly festival that's open to the public. Games, tastings, crafts, raffles and live demonstrations are scheduled, as well.
Dessert Wars Miami
September 9, 2023 | Miami FairgroundsDonuts, cakes, and pies—oh, my! Treat your sweet tooth to the largest dessert festival in America by attending this fun food event at the Miami Fairgrounds this September. (Don't tell your dentist.)
Feel Good Music Fest 2023
September 23-24, 2023 | Westchester Cultural Arts Center Tropical ParkTwo stages of live reggae music over two days. Sound like your jam? Mark your calendars and grab your tickets for Feel Good Music Fest to experience one of the best and most energetic South Florida attractions of the year.
Miami International Auto Show
October 15-23, 2023 | Miami Beach Convention CenterEveryone's favorite auto show returns to Miami Beach Convention Center this October, and with it comes some of the industry's finest vehicles and automotive tech. You can bet some of the Braman MINI crew will be in attendance. (Click here to view a list of other South Florida car shows this year.)
South Beach Seafood Festival
October 18-21, 2023 | Miami BeachThis Florida seafood festival is not your typical east coast seafood festival, but a curated showcase of the best talents of South Florida’s leading chefs and culinary masterminds via a diverse group of events, where guests experience the best seafood in Miami and kick off world renowned stone crab season.
Before South Beach Seafood Festival officially begins (Saturday), you can attend several nightly culinary events, including an evening at Joe's Stone Crab, a party at Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel, and a VIP Chef Showdown competition.
NASCAR Cup Series 400
October 20-22, 2023 | Homestead-Miami Speedway – Homestead, FLGet ready for an ear-splitting weekend spectacle at Homestead-Miami Speedway. The NASCAR Playoff race will be red hot by the time this rolls through our neck of the woods, and with championships implications on the line, there's no telling who will emerge with the most points. Plan your camping weekend for the Dixie Vodka 400 now!
Miami Rum Renaissance
November 11-12, 2023 | Coral Gables Woman’s ClubFree your inner Jack Sparrow and load up on cane spirits at this year's Miami Run Renaissance in Coral Gables. You'll get to taste some of the best and newest rums, including limited edition varieties, alongside other rum connoisseurs.
Miami Wine Festival: Fall Edition
November 17, 2023 | Women's Club of Coconut GroveThe festival will feature a selection of craft beer, spirits and over 100 fine wines from Italy, France, America, Germany, Spain, Portugal, South Africa, Argentina, Chile and Australia. Also featured this year is a Sparkling Wine Room full of champagne, prosecco, cava, cremate, sekt and rosé. Drink. Dance. Enjoy!
Vegandale
December 2, 2023 | Virginia Key Beach parkVegandale is "an experience that encompasses visual art, music, food, and spirits." All food, drinks and merch sold is 100% vegan, too. If that's what floats your boat, pluck those tickets early because this is one of the most popular food festivals in Miami!
