Tuesday, October 2, 2012

October 2012 Events and Festivals!



October in Miami is warm compared to other parts of the country, so it is a great month to get outside and party!


Bird Festival at Fairchild
October 4-7, 2012
Visit Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden for several days of activities to inspire life-long ‘birders’ and bird novices alike.

Italian Film Festival
October 4-9, 2012
An award-winning film festival showing the best new films and short films from Italy.



The Miami Beach Antique Jewelry & Watch Show - October 5-7, 2012
Miami Beach Convention Center


Coral Gables Oktoberfest
October 5-14, 2012
Enjoy German food, beer, music and entertainment at this annual fall festival.



OKTOBERFEST! BRICKELL in Miami
Oct 5, 2012 6:00 pm | Friday to Oct 7, 2012 10:00 pm | Sunday

Miami Circle (next to The Icon)
401 Brickell Ave
Miami, FL 33131
 The Germans are coming!!! Beautiful, historic Miami Circle® sets the stage for this waterfront weekend of true Oktoberfest at its best brought to you by Brickell Bier Garden.  The event will take place October 5th – 6pm until Midnight,  Saturday October 6th – 2pm until Midnight and Sunday October 7th – 2pm until 10pm. Guests will enjoy exquisite traditional German delicacies, German music and entertainers alongside some of Miami’s finest DJs and local acts.



Star Wars Reads Day
Saturday, Oct 6 4:00p to 6:00p

at The Bookstore in the Grove, Miami, FL
Help encourage literacy in fun ways that capture everyone's imagination. Join us for a Star Wars themed costume contest, raffle prizes, games, trivia, story time for children, and special baked treats. Plus, 25% off all Star Wars merchandise all day at our Coconut Grove bookstore - including books, flash drives, plush toys, legos, games, etc


Miami Carnival Parade & Festival
October 7, 2012
West-Indian festival and parade featuring Caribbean music and food, and colorful costumes.



Rock Of Ages Starts
Tuesday, Oct 9 8:00p

at The Adrienne Arsht Center: Ziff Ballet Opera House The Arsht Center, Miami, FL

Read more here: http://events.miamiherald.com/miami_fl/events/show/250365885-rock-of-ages#storylink=cpy

Barnacle Under Moonlight
October 12, 2012
A free monthly concert held on full moon nights at the Barnacle Historic State Park in Coconut Grove.

Sunny Isles Beach Jazz Fest
October 12-14, 2012
Celebrating jazz music amidst the backdrop of the Atlantic ocean.



Grovetoberfest
Saturday, Oct 13 3:00p to 7:00p

at Peacock Park - Coconut Grove, Miami, FL
It’s a Great Year for Craft Beer! On October 13th, beer enthusiasts will converge at Peacock Park in Coconut Grove to sample unlimited beer from around the world at Grovetoberfest. Aficionados and the “casual beer fan” will take an active role in beer sampling by voting for their favorite beers. In addition to featuring 200 craft beers, Grovetoberfest will include an entertainment stage featuring Robert Elias, a Homebrew Pavilion, a Kitchen Lab for beer/food pairings, a VIP area and Food Row.

Read more here: http://events.miamiherald.com/miami_fl/events/show/279429825-grovetoberfest#storylink=cpy


GIPA Oktoberfest
October 13, 2012
A day of German traditions, food, games, and entertainment for the whole family.



The Festival of Chocolate on October 13 and 14 in Fort Lauderdale
Oct 13, 2012 10:00 am - 6:00 pm | Saturday  

The Arena @ The Don Taft University Center
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33314
Cost: Payment required - Adults - $12, Kids (2-12) $8. If you purchase tickets on the Festival of Chocolate Website you'll receive $2 in tokens towards purchases of treats at the event.
The Festival of Chocolate, named one of the Top Ten Chocolate Festival’s in the USA, is The Ultimate All-Chocolate Event featuring an incredible Vendor Showcase with the best local and regional chocolatiers and confection companies selling everything chocolate. There will be demonstrations by world renowned pastry chefs; live professional competitions; The Cocoa Couture Fashion Show; chocolate and wine pairings; hands-on classes; Kids-4-Chocolate workshop and more. 


5th Annual Miami New Times Iron Fork in Miami
Oct 18, 2012 6:00 pm | Thursday 

Grand Central
697 North Miami Ave.
Miami, FL 33136
Cost: 30.00 to 60.00 USD
5th Annual Miami New Times Iron Fork The 5th Annual New Times Iron Fork Competition and Grand Tasting Event, presented by the Miami Downtown Development Authority, will be held in Downtown Miami on Thursday, October 18th from 7 to 10 p.m., with VIPs getting an extra hour of tasting and partying at 6 p.m. And what's a cool event without a cause? Iron Fork also benefits the United Way of Miami-Dade. 

Movies on the Plaza: E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial
Friday, Oct 19 8:00p

at Brickell World Plaza, Miami, FL

Read more here: http://events.miamiherald.com/miami_fl/events/show/281990205-movies-on-the-plaza-et-the-extraterrestrial#storylink=cpy


Art Fest @ Doral: Free Art & Community Festival in Miami
Oct 19, 2012 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm | Friday Annual Art Fest @ Doral at Carlos Albizu University will feature the artwork from artists worldwide as well as short film documentaries, all seeking top recognition by our juried committee. The event is attended by private art collectors, art dealers, art lovers, members of consulates and elected officials from surrounding communities. Children will have the opportunity to create their own works of art and take free classes with known artists and teachers and have fun in the process. Free


3rd Annual - Art In The Square - Delray Beach in Delray Beach
Oct 19, 2012 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm | Friday 

Old School Square in Delray Beach
51 N Swinton Avenue
Delray Beach, FL 33444
Details :This event repeats daily until Oct 21, 2012
Cost: Free -
3rd Annual - Art In The Square Art Festival returns to Delray Beach in October 2012, and will once again transforms the grounds of Old School Square Cultural Arts Center into an incredible outdoor art gallery, featuring some of the best contemporary artists from around the country. These accomplished artists come together each year to assure that Art will remain a part of Children's lives.


Bird Roadd Art Walk - Saturday, October 20 (& every 3rd Saturday of each month)
Bird Road Art District
 

October 20-21, 2012
Featuring cultural exhibits, a domino tournament, artist showcase, music and dance, and activities for the whole family.


Edible Garden Festival at Fairchild
October 20-21, 2012
Featuring lectures, cooking demos, yummy food, and lessons on how to create your own fruit or vegetable garden.






Miami Children’s Museum Not So Scary Family Halloween Bash
Sunday, Oct 21 1:00p to 6:00p

at Miami Children's Museum, Watson Island, FL
Features trick or treat around the museum's galleries, a mad scientist lab and a haunted house. Benefits the museum's programs. Tickets available at website. Prices for individual tickets will be higher on Oct. 1
https://online.miamichildrensmuseum.org/SSLPage.aspx?pid=300



19th annual Kitetober Kite Festival at Haulover Park in Miami Beach
Oct 21, 2012 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Sunday

Haulover Park - Main Entrance
Miami Beach, FL 33154 Cost: Free -

Mad Hatter Arts Festival
October 23-25, 2012
This wacky annual event takes place in Coconut Grove. Stop by for art, music, food, contests, and a visit with The Mad Hatter.




Quinceanera Arabian Nights Fashion Show & Expo in Miami
Oct 25, 2012 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Thursday
Quinceanera Arabian Nights Fashion Show & Expo, see the latest Quince and Sweet 16 gowns for your party. Visit exhibitors to help you plan for your perfect theme party. Live entertainment complete with belly dancing performance. Admission is free - to register visit: www.varonaevents.com.


Miami Nice Jazz Festival in Miami
Oct 26, 2012 7:00 pm - 11:30 pm | Friday

Viernes Culturales / Cultural Fridays
October 26, 2012
Free monthly cultural event and street fair on the last Friday of each month showcasing music, dance, poetry, and the visual arts.






Wine on Harvest Moon
October 27, 2012
Enjoy fine wine, fine food and fine art at Deering Estate.


The Bangles

The Bangles
Saturday, Oct 27 8:30p

at Stage 305 @ Magic City Casino, Miami, FL
http://www.magiccitycasino.com/liveevent.html


Harvest Festival in Homestead
Oct 27, 2012 11:00 am - 3:00 pm | Saturday
Cost: Payment required - Adults $2 each, children under age 12 are free.
Join us for a day of FUN and LAUGHTER! Sparkles the Clown Trunk & Treat Art Contests Games for your family Child-friendly food and our Jolly Jumble Sale! Proceeds benefit South Dade Child Development Center which offers educational programs to low-income children. 
Event flyer at www.ccadm.org/pagecontent/upcomingevents/


Fantasy Fest Parade Party Bus !!! in Miami
Oct 27, 2012 3:00 pm | Saturday to Oct 28, 2012 3:30 am | Sunday

Join us in the craziest,wildest,fun anual event in south florida this October 27,2012 Party Bus to Captain Morgan's Fantasy Festival Parade in Key West. We depart from Dolphin Mall (Mariott's Courtyard Parking Lot) on Saturday 27 @ 3:00 pm, and we return from Key West next morning Sunday 28 @ 7:00 am .Ticket includes : Round Trip and Open Bar, thats right, enjoy unlimited alcoholic drinks without the need of assigning a responsible driver! For more info feel free to send us an email at partybus305@gmail.com , see you all real soon.

Oct 27 2012 6:00 pm
FOR KIDS: Snoozapalooza Storytime -- Join us for a special story time honoring Dr. Seuss' Sleep Book. Cookies and milk will be served to those who show up in their pajamas. http://www.booksandbooks.com/event/snoozapalooza-storytime-gables


Old Time Dance
October 28, 2012
Learn to dance like it's 1891 at the Barnacle State Historic Site.

Sunday Afternoons of Music for Children
October 28, 2012
Don't miss this fantastic and affordable music concert series for children.


Miami Heat vs. Boston Celtics
Tuesday, Oct 30 8:00p

at American Airlines Arena, Miami, FL

Read more here: http://events.miamiherald.com/miami_fl/events/show/272410767-miami-heat-vs-boston-celtics#storylink=cpy

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