February 2019
Miami Events, Holidays and Festivals

Miami in February is just glorious! These are great times to be outdoors with the cooler and drier temperatures, there's no other place we'd rather be.

February packs three signature events celebrating the best in art, food and boating, just in case you need any excuses to get out there and enjoy the gorgeous South Florida winter weather!

Likewise, if you are a nature lover, our State and National parks are teeming with wildlife and this is one of the best times for bird-watchers and photographers, so grab your binoculars and lenses and enjoy!

Here's this month's rundown:

This Month's Miami Highlight Events:

• The Miami International Boat Show and Strictly Sail, - February 14 - 18, 2019
• Art Wynwood - February 14 - 18, 2019
• The renowned Coconut Grove Art Festival - February 16 - 18, 2019
• Chinese New Year Festival - February 17, 2019
• The South Beach Wine and Food Festival, presented by Food & Wine - February 20 - 24, 2019
• South Miami Rotary Art Festival - February 23 - 24, 2019

The concert and entertainment scene in February 2019 features:

• Andrea Bocelli Valentine's Concert - February 14, 2019 at AmericanAirlines Arena
• Florida Grand Opera: The Marriage of Figaro - January 26 - Feb 3, 2019 at the Ziff Opera House at the Adrienne Arsht Center
• Les Miserables - February 5 - 10, 2019 at the Ziff Opera House at the Adrienne Arsht Center
• Melissa Manchester - February 8, 2019 at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center
• Joel Osteen - February 8, 2019 at the BB&T Center, Sunrise
• Dancing With The Stars - February 13, 2019 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
• Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons - February 14 - 15, 2019 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
• Raphael - February 15, 2019 at the James Knight Center Miami
• Michael Buble - February 15, 2019 at the BB&T Center, Sunrise
• Monster Jam - February 16 - 17, 2019 at Marlins Ballpark
• Diamond - A Neil Diamond Tribute - February 16, 2019 at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center
• Gilberto Santa Rosa - February 16, 2019 at the James L Knight Center Miami
• Sarah Brightman - February 20, 2019 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
• Ron Rich's Rocky Mountain Memories: A Tribute to John Denver - February 22, 2019 at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center
• Fleetwood Mac - February 20, 2019 at the BB&T Center, Sunrise
• Fiddler On The Roof - February 20 - March 3, 2019 at Au Rene Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts
• TobyMac - February 22, 2019 at the BB&T Center, Sunrise
• Christopher Cross - February 25, 2019 at the Amaturo Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts
• Waitress The Musical - February 26 - March 3, 2019 at the Ziff Opera House at the Adrienne Arsht Center
• The Beach Boys - February 27, 2019 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
• Ron White - February 28, 2019 at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino

In the Sports Calendar:

• Miami Heat Basketball Schedule - February 2019 Home Games and Tickets
• Florida Panthers Hockey Schedule - February 2019 Home Games and Tickets
• Monster Jam - February 16 - 17, 2019 at Marlins Ballpark

Specially for kids and families This February 2019:

• Family Fun Fest at Biscayne National Park - February 10, 2019
• Monster Jam - February 16 - 17, 2019 at Marlins Ballpark
• Chinese New Year Festival - February 17, 2019
• The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show - February 24 - 25, 2019
• You're A Good Man Charlie Brown - February 28, 2019
• More Things To Do With Children!

Holidays This Month:

• Valentine's Day is just around the corner and love is in the air in Miami, here are some Romantic Getaway ideas to spend this special day! - Thursday, February 14, 2019
• Public Holidays: President's Day - Monday, February 18, 2019

February 2019 Highlight Events in Miami

Miami International Boat Show and Strictly Sail
February 14 - 18, 2019

The latest and greatest in Boating, Fishing, Sailing, Diving...

Cruising Boats, Racing Boats, Sailing Boats, Catamarans, Power Boats, Mega Yachts... some serious boat eye candy all in lovely South Florida weather, definitely a "do not miss" event specially for boating enthusiasts.

This is quite an impressive 5-day event which recently moved to its new spectacular home at Miami Marine Stadium in Virginia Key just across the Bay from downtown Miami and RIGHT ON THE WATER! Exactly where a Boat Show should be!

Here's more on the Miami Boat Show.

Art Wynwood - February 14 - 18, 2019

Art Wynwood, on its seventh year, is a relative newcomer to Miami's art show scene but quickly gaining recognition among contemporary art lovers, collectors and connoisseurs.

Art Wynwood which has moved to a new location in Downtown Miami continues to showcase a dynamic array of works completely reflective of the original Wynwood District cutting edge and dynamic environment. Emerging talent from the contemporary art scene as well as blue chip modern masters will be featured.

When? February 14 - 18, 2019
Where? New location at One Herald Plaza @ NE 14th Street in Downtown Miami on Biscayne Bay between the Venetian and MacArthur Causeways. Convenient with the Metromover, use the Arsht Center stop which is only a block away.
Free shuttle buses will run every 30 minutes from the Marriott Marquis, and the Yacht & Brokerage Show at the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach.
How Much?: One day fair pass $25, Multi-day $55, Students 12-18 $15, Seniors $15, under 12 FREE

More Info: www.artwynwood.com.

Here's more on the Wynwood Art District and its signature street art.

The Coconut Grove Arts Festival
February 16 - 18, 2019

The Coconut Grove Art Festival is legendary, a weekend filled with live music, exquisite food, fun outdoor entertainment, and art, art, art...

When? February 16-18, 2019
Where? Streets of Coconut Grove. The Festival runs along McFarlane Road, South Bayshore Drive and Pan American Drive.
How Much?: Adults $12 (early bird) $15 at the door, free for children under 12, Metrorail Golden Passport and Patriot Passport holders. Coconut Grove Residents (zip code 33133, bring ID) $5

Here's more on the Coconut Grove Art Festival.

Chinese New Year Festival 2019
Year of the Pig Celebrations

Chinese New Year is the largest festival in the Asian community calendar which this year welcomes the Year of the Pig.

Colorful celebrations featuring Lion Dances and Dragon Parades as well as cultural performances will take place over the traditional fifteen day holiday period all throughout South Florida. Chinese New Year Day is on February 5, 2019.

Lion Dances and parades are hosted by restaurants and martial art schools throughout the city. Other festivals, spiritual activities and cultural demonstrations are sponsored throughout the first two weeks of the new year.

The largest celebration takes place at Miami Dade College, Kendall campus, jointly hosted by the Confucius Institute and the Chinese Cultural Foundation in Miami, normally on the Sunday following Chinese New Year's Day.

What can you expect? Lion Dances, tai chi demonstrations, calligraphy, face painting, acrobatics, arts and crafts, bounce houses ans slides, and of course, lots of food and the Dragon Parade.

When? Sunday, February 17, 2019 - 11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Show Times at 12:30pm and 3:30 pm
Where? Miami Dade College Kendall Fred Shaw Plaza, 11011 S.W. 104th St. Miami
How Much? $10 for adults, $5 children 6-12, under 5 FREE

More info and planned activities: http://chinesenewyearfestivalmiami.org/ and Chinese New Year Festival Miami Facebook Page

South Beach Wine and Food Festival
presented by Food & Wine - February 20-24, 2019

On its 16th year, this five-day affair of glorious food, famous chefs, flowing champagne, or wine... or beer... will be attracting its share of foodies to one of the most spectacular places to be in February, gorgeous South Beach.

The festival consists of several events, some private, some open to the trade only, and many many more open to the public for all of our enjoyment. What kind of events? Brunches, Cocktail Parties, Seminars, Dinners, Burger Bashes, Wine Tastings, VIP galas... you name it, and of course the Grand Tasting Village set up in tents along 13th Street and Ocean Drive.

In addition, there is always some kind of special act and performance, this year we have Rev Run, DJ Irie, Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real, Cassadee Pope, Nu Deco Ensemble, The David Grutman Experience hosted by Ludacris with Cedric Gervais and more!

When? Wednesday-Sunday February 20-24, 2019
Where? Events take place at many different venues, mostly in the South Beach area, some of the regulars: the Delano, the Fountainbleau, the Ritz Carlton.
How Much? Varies, Grand Tasting Village $225, Heineken Burger Bash $250, Wine/Beer Seminars from $65, Fun and Fit and Jungle Island $21.40...

Here's more on this year's South Beach Food and Wine Fest, highlight events and ticket offers.

35th Annual South Miami Rotary Art Festival

Join us at the 35th annual South Miami Rotary Art Festival, an annual, two-day outdoor art festival held in the charming and vibrant downtown area of South Miami. The show offers a weekend of exhibition by 150 local and national artists, an expanded food court and beer garden, and live jazz perfomance onstage, with an open jam until 8 pm on Saturday.

The event is always family and dog friendly. Come and celebrate your local and national arts community! All profits used by the Rotary Club of South Miami to fund scholarships and local community projects.

When? Festival hours are Saturday 10:00 am to 6:00 pm (stay until 8:00pm on Saturday for an open jam) and Sunday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm
Where? Downtown South Miami, on Sunset Drive between US1 and 57 Avenue
How Much? There is free admission for patrons with ample nearby parking on-street and in garages.

More info: http://southmiamiartfest.org/ and South Miami Rotary Art Festival Facebook Page

Miami Concerts and Entertainment this February 2019

Andrea Bocelli Valentine's Day Concert

Andrea Bocelli is the most successful classical solo artist ever and one of the best-selling artists in music history, period, with more than 80 million albums sold worldwide.

This Italian tenor is back in South Florida, this time at the AmericanAirlines Arena, with one of his signature extraordinary performances just on time for Valentine's Day.

When? Thursday February 14, 2019 - 8:00 pm
Where? AmericanAirlines Arena
How Much? $109+ Likely to sell out
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Broadway in Miami: Les Miserables

When? February 5 - 10, 2019

Where? Ziff Opera House at the Adrienne Arsht Center

How Much? $80+

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Dancing With The Stars: Live!

Dancing With The Stars: Live! hits the road this winter dancing across America once again.

TV's biggest dance show returns on tour this winter!

The show will feature fan favorite professional and troupe dancers in a brand-new production showcasing every type of dance style as seen on ABC's hit show Dancing with the Stars, ranging from ballroom and jazz to modern and hip-hop.

South Florida will have the opportunity to experience the excitement, glamour and glitz they see in the ballroom every Monday night live!

When? Wednesday February 13, 2019 - 8:00 pm
Where? Hard Rock Event Center at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
How Much? $70+
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Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons

Thanks to the volcanic success of the Tony-winning musical Jersey Boys, which chronicles the life and times of Frankie and his legendary group, such classic songs as "Big Girls Don't Cry," "Walk Like a Man," "Rag Doll," and "Can't Take My Eyes Off You" are all the rage all over again. As the play enters its third sold-out year on Broadway, and two touring companies of Jersey Boys travel around the U.S., the real Frankie Valli is packing concert halls coast to coast, and is here in South Florida just in time for Valentine's Day!

When? February 14 - 15, 2019
Where? Hard Rock Event Center at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
How Much? $69+
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Monster Jam

When? Saturday and Sunday February 16 - 17, 2019

Where? Marlins Ballpark

How Much? $30+

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Fiddler On The Roof

In prerevolutionary Russia, a Jewish peasant contends with marrying off three of his daughters while growing anti-Semitic sentiment threatens his village...

A tale filled with joy, laughter, love and life... and the timeless "If I were a rich man..."

When? February 20 - March 3, 2019
Where? Au Rene Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts
How Much? $60+
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Miami For Kids And Families This February 2019

Family Fun Fest at Biscayne National Park

Family Fun Fest is a FREE program at Biscayne National Park brought to you thanks to the many volunteers and park sponsors.

It is held on the second Sunday of the month during the "dry and cool" season, December through April with lots of fun and educational activities for kids and adults alike.

This is the first program of the 2018-19 season, come and join in!

When? February 10, 2019 - 1:00pm to 4:00 pm
Where? Biscayne National Park - Dante Fascell Visitor Center
How Much? FREE!
More info: Biscayne National Park Family Fun Fest

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show

The timeless classic has made its way off the page and onto the stage. Created by Jonathan Rockefeller, the critically acclaimed production of The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show features a menagerie of 75 lovable puppets, faithfully adapting four of Eric Carle's stories, Brown Bear, Brown Bear, 10 Little Rubber Ducks, The Very Lonely Firefly and of course, the star of the show - The Very Hungry Caterpillar.

When? February 24 - 25, 2019 - various times
Where? Aventura Arts & Cultural Center
How Much? $28+
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You're A Good Man Charlie Brown

The whole gang is here: bossy Lucy is hopelessly in love with piano prodigy Schroeder who doesn't give her the time of day, perfectionist Sally is still mocking blanket-toting Linus, Snoopy is in the doghouse, and "blockhead," himself, Charlie Brown, is in rare form.

Brief vignettes span the months from Valentine's Day to Beethoven Day, from wild optimism to utter despair...

When? February 28 - March 9, 2019
Where? Abdo New River Room at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts
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For Miami Sports Fans This February 2019

Miami Heat Basketball Schedule February 2019 Home Games and Tickets

When? See home game schedule for this month below

Where? AmericanAirlines Arena

How Much? As low as $15, but they go quick!

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›› Check for great discounts for Miami Heat Tickets at Groupon!!!

Florida Panthers Schedule - February 2019 Home Games and Hockey Tickets

Panthers are pouncing, get over to the BB&T Center to see first-class teams battle it out on the ice!

When? See schedule below
Where? BB&T Center, Sunrise
How Much? As low as $15, but they go quick!

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›› Check for deals on Panthers Tickets at Groupon.

February 2019 Holidays

Valentine's Day: Miami Romantic Getaway Ideas

There's more to the candle-lit dinner, the chocolates and the flowers... No matter what your budget, there are certainly many options to make this day extra special.

From a stroll on the beach to some over-the-top (literally) escapades, here are some ideas to ponder:

• A sunset stroll along our beautiful striking beaches
• A cruise on the bay
• A sunset scenic flight
• A Swim with Dolphins

Here's more on Valentine's Day in Miami and Romantic Getaways in the city.

President's Day - Monday, February 18, 2019

This is a public holiday celebrated every year on the 3rd Monday in February. The observed federal holiday is actually called George Washington's Birthday. Certain states, however, list the holiday as Presidents' Day. The following will be

Here's what's going on this President's Day Weekend in Miami.

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