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Easter has come and gone, temperatures are picking up but we still have some fantastic outdoor events before the scorching heat of summer kicks in!
This month brings us the largest Orchid show in the country and South Florida will be hosting the 69th Miss Universe Competition at the iconic guitar-shaped Hard Rock Seminole Hotel & Casino.
Don't forget Mother's Day and to finish off the month, the National Salute to America's Heroes is back, a fantastic Air & Sea Show on Memorial Day weekend.
This Month's Miami Highlight Events:
- SunFest Music and Arts Festival - 2021 Suspended
- Bayfront Jazz Festival - April 30 - May 1, 2021
- Miami International Auto Show -
May 8 - 16, 2021- Postponed to October 2021 - South Beach Wine and Food Festival, presented by Food & Wine - May 20 - 23, 2021
- Fort Lauderdale Air Show - May 8 - 9, 2021
- Rolling Loud Festival -
May 7 - 9, 2021Postponed to July - The 69th Miss Universe Competition - May 16, 2021
- Redland International Orchid Show - POSTPONED
- Lasting Impressions: The 3D LED Experience Impressionist Installation - May 19 - June 16, 2021
- Memorial Day Weekend: Miami Beach Air & Sea Show - May 29 - 30, 2021
The concert and entertainment scene in May 2021 features:
- Live on the Plaza: City Theatre's Shorts Outside the Box (Outdoor Performance) - March 11 - May 13, 2021 at Thomson Plaza for the Arts at the Adrienne Arsht Center
- III Points Festival: The Strokes, Robyn, Wu-Tang Clan & Disclosure - April 30 - May 1, 2021 at Mana Wynwood Production Village
- Afro Roots Festival: Roosevelt Collier, Vieux Farka Toure & more - May 1, 2021 at the North Beach Bandshell
- Live on the Plaza: Festival Siempre Flamenco (Outdoor Performance) - May 1, 2021 at Thomson Plaza for the Arts at the Adrienne Arsht Center
- Girls Gotta Eat - May 2, 2021 at the Miami Improv in City Place Doral
- Tim Dillon - May 6 - 8, 2021 at the Miami Improv in City Place Doral
- Jose Luis Perales - May 7, 2021 at the James L. Knight Center
- MiamiBash: Maluma, Karol G, Natti Natasha & Arcangel - May 8, 2021 at AmericanAirlines Arena
- T. K. Kirkland - May 9, 2021 at the Miami Improv in City Place Doral
- Rodgers & Hammerstein's Cinderella - May 10, 2021 at the Amaturo Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts
- Monsta X - May 10, 2021 at BB&T Center
- Buddy Guy & Kenny Wayne Shepherd - May 14, 2021 at the Au-Rene Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts
- Shuli Egar - May 19, 2021 at the Miami Improv in City Place Doral
- Nate Bargatze - May 20 - 23, 2021 at the Miami Improv in City Place Doral
- Felipe Esparza - May 28 - 30, 2021 at the Miami Improv in City Place Doral
- Broward College Speaker Series: Jose Andres - May 17, 2021 at the Amaturo Theater at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts
- Brit Floyd - May 29, 2021 at the Fillmore Miami Beach
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Holidays this Month:
- Mother's Day - Sunday May 9, 2021
- Memorial Day - Monday May 31, 2021 a Public Holiday
In the Sports Calendar:
- Miami Heat Basketball Schedule - May 2021 home game schedule
- Miami Marlins Baseball Schedule - May 2021 home game schedule
- Inter Miami CF Soccer Schedule - May 2021 home game schedule
Specially for kids and families:
- Summer Savings Pass 2021 - May 10 - August 31, 2021
- More Things To Do With Children!
FREE or almost FREE Ongoing Events in Miami:
- New World Symphony WALLCAST® Concerts - Suspended
- Wynwood Art Walk Block Party - Second Saturday of the month
- Miami Beach Live Music Series - 3rd Thursday of the month
- Museum of Art and Design (MOAD) Free Admission on Thursdays - All Thursdays
Activities, Tours, Attractions that are OPEN
It's time to get out! You can book with confidence as there is a free cancellation policy for most of the activities listed here, if your plans change and you cancel up to 24 hours in advance you will receive a full refund.
- Enjoy a Biscayne Bay Cruise:
- Leaving from South Beach: Splashdown: Duck Tour of Miami and South Beach
- Leaving from Bayside: Thriller: 45-Minute Sightseeing Speedboat Tour, and The Original Millionaire's Row Cruise
- Beaches and Parks are open, time to go for a swim, kayaking, jetskiing, parasailing...:
- From Dinner Key Marina: 30- or 60-minute Jet Ski Rides on a brand new Sea Doo GTI 130, Parasailing, Flyboarding, Paddleboarding and Kayaking, Tubing.
- At Hobie Beach (Rickenbacker Causeway): Windsurfing rentals, individual and group lessons available, Hobie Cat Sailing, Paddleboarding and Kayaking.
- Crandon Park, Bill Sadowski Preserve, Matheson Hammock Park: Kayak Treks and Adventures.
- At Oleta River State Park: Paddleboard and Kayak Rental, Biking, Camping.
- Snorkeling Boats in the Florida Keys and at Biscayne National Park and John Pennekamp State Park
- The Everglades are open! The following outifts are conducting Airboat and Eco Tours:
- Gator Park: Everglades National Park Airboat Tour and Wildlife Show
- Everglades Safari Park: Including Airboat Ride, tickets at Klook.com, from Miami incl. transport: Half-Day Everglades Airboat Ride & Wildlife Show
- Sawgrass Recreation Park: Private Tour for your group only, Night Tour (Wednesdays and Saturdays only)
- Everglades Area Tours: Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Eco-Tour meet at Everglades Chamber of Commerce Welcome Center Hwy 41/Hwy 29 Everglades City
- Here's more on Everglades Airboat Tours
- Segway Tours are a great way to discover the Art Deco District, Ocean Drive, Fisher Island... You see a lot more gliding around than on foot while enjoying the breathtaking views and some fresh air! These Segway Tours are running daily
- The Wynwood Arts District is open, come check out this fantastic open-air museum with its stunning street art. A fun way to see it is with the 1-Hour Street Art Tour by Golf Buggy.
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May 2021 Highlight Events in Miami
SunFest Music and Arts Festival - 2021 Suspended
Every year in the spring, the West Palm Beach waterfront becomes the stage of a gigantic party, a weekend with a full lineup of top musical acts, an Art District, Floating Bars, a 5k race and fantastic food options.
Performances take place on three stages and naturally include some great names, which in the past have featured Darius Rucker, Illenium, Adam Lambert, Juanes, Slightly Stoopid, Melissa Etheridge, Cage The Elephant, Nelly, Kevin Gates and many, many, MANY more!
You can check this year's full lineup.
When?: 2021 SUSPENDED
Thursday - 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Friday - 5:00pm to 11:00 pm
Saturday - noon to 11:00 pm
Sunday - noon to 10:00 pm
Where?: Downtown West Palm Beach Waterfront along the Intracoastal Waterway from Banyan Boulevard to Lakeview Avenue
How Much?: One-Day Pass $40 pre-sale $55 at gate, discounts for youth (6 - 12) and seniors, kids 5 and under FREE. Multi-day passes and group rates available
For tickets and parking info: www.sunfest.com
Bayfront Jazz Festival - April 30 - May 1, 2021
The 1st edition of the Bayfront Jazz Festival will occupy two exciting days of live music on April 30th and May 1st, 2021, hosting legends of jazz, afro cuban, and electronic music in an open air iconic venue.
This year's unique line-up includes Roy Ayers, Dee Dee Bridgewater, Chucho Valdés, Gonzalo Rubalcaba & Aymée Nuviola and Mark Guiliana's Beat Music.
When?: Friday and Saturday April 30 - May 1st, 2021
Where?: Miami Bayfront Park
How Much?: $20 - $350
An Internet ticketed livestream video will also be in place through Eluvio LIVE allowing happy fans from the world. Part of the ticket sales will be given to American Hospitals for fighting Covid.
›› More Info http://bayfrontjazz.com/
The 69th Miss Universe Competition - May 16, 2021
One show, one night, one crown: witness history as women from around the world compete to be the next Miss Universe at the 69th Miss Universe Competition.
Finalists will compete in interview, evening gown and swimsuit as they vie to bring home the victory to their home country during this three-hour telecast production.
When?: Sunday May 16, 2021
Where?: Hard Rock Live at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino
How Much?: $173+
Miami International Auto Show - Postponed to October
In 1971, Datsun introduced the 240Z, gasoline was 36 cents a gallon and the Miami lnternational Auto Show launched its first exhibition. Today, this same show is recognized as one of the largest and most prestigious in the nation.
A venue for national product introductions, the auto show showcases more than a thousand new vehicles from over 40 manufacturers from around the world - a collection that auto enthusiasts wait all year to see.
This signature South Florida event is back with popular returning exhibits, including Memory Lane celebrating nostalgia of the 50s and Ride & Drive where you are more than an spectator and take the wheel!
When?: May 8 - 16, 2021 - Postponed to October
Where?: Miami Beach Convention Center
How Much?: Adults $15.00, Children 6-12 $6.00, Children under 6 Free. All tickets plus $1 fee. Check Groupon for offers $16 $12
›› More Info www.miamiautoshow.com
South Beach Wine and Food Festival
presented by Food & Wine - May 20 - 23, 2021
This five-day affair of glorious food, famous chefs, flowing champagne, or wine... or beer... will be attracting its share of foodies once again to 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. This year's events may understandably feel a litle bit different, but rest assured, the team is working tirelessly and with the help of FIU's top epidemiologists and infectious disease scientists, they have adapted many new health and safety protocols to ensure the wellbeing of all attendees.
When? May 20 - 23, 2021
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 $200, Heineken Burger Bash $250, Wine/Beer Seminars from $85, Italian Bites on the Beach $175 and many FREE online culinary demos...
Here's more on this year's South Beach Food and Wine Fest, highlight events and ticket offers.
Fort Lauderdale Air Show - May 8 - 9, 2021
Featuring the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, the U.S. Air Force F-22 Raptor Demo Team along with military jet flyovers, parachute teams, civilian aerobatic acts and formation flight teams for a fantastic day out on the beach!
Flown from Fort Lauderdale Executive Airport, the show's main flight line area is between Sunrise Boulevard and 18th Street.
When? Saturday and Sunday, May 8 - 9, 2021 - noon to approximately 4:00 pm
Where? Fort Lauderdale Beach accross from Birch State Park
How Much? Drop Zone Beach - get away from the crowds, food and beverages including beer and wine for purchase plus portable restrooms - Adult $25.50 advance purchase, $42.50 on day of event, Child (6-12) $16.80
Sand Boxes - your own reserved beach area, Sand Boxes accommodate 4 people and include beach chairs - Advance Purchase $222, on day of event $370 (for four)
Flight Line Club VIP - the ultimate spot on the beach, tents with shade, lunch and drinks/beer, parking, golf cart valet - Advance Purchase $169, on day of event $285 pp
Rooftop Balcony at the Pelican Grand Hotel with Open Bar - Advance Purchase $379, on day of event $499 pp
More Info and Tickets: www.fortlauderdaleairshow.com.
Event Site Map of Fort Lauderdale Air Show
Rolling Loud - The Largest Hip-Hop Festival in the World - Postponed to July
The largest Hip-Hop festival in the world, it has managed to attract some of the best rap lineups ever curated since its launch in 2014.
Some of the biggest names in Rap/Hip-Hop today have made an appearance at the festival... Kendrick Lamar, Future, Lil Wayne...
This year line up features A$AP Rocky, Travis Scott, Post Malone and many more. Full line up of over 100 artists will be split across THREE stages.
When? May 7 - 9, 2021 POSTPONED TO JULY
Where? Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens
How Much? General Admission $299+ - VIP $699+ (must be 21 or older)
More Info and Tickets: ›› Rolling Loud Miami Tickets
Redland International Orchid Show - POSTPONED
Over 50 booths of colorful blooms at this 3-day event which features the largest annual orchid show in the country.
Along with the beautiful and exotic flowers there will be supplies for sale, lectures by experts in the field, raffles and a great atmosphere to enjoy all sorts of international delicacies.
When? Friday to Sunday 9:00 am to 5:00 pm - 2021 FESTIVAL POSTPONED
Where? Fruit & Spice Park in Homestead: 24801 SW 187th Ave. Homestead FL 33031
How Much? $10
More Info: Redland Fruit and Spice Park.
Lasting Impressions: The 3D LED Experience Impressionist Installation
Float downstream with Monet's Water Lilies... Walk on the cobblestone streets and parks of Paris... Join Degas dancers in the studio... LASTING IMPRESSIONS is a towering, experiential installation of sight and sound that transports guests into more than 100 of the world's most recognizable masterpieces. Featuring the music of Debussy, Ravel and other composers, as well as French standards by Piaf, Aznavour and Mouskouri.
This fully immersive experience uses one of a kind 3D/LED technology, projections, music and lighting to create an experience like no other, allowing guests to see the artist's brushstrokes as paintings come to life all around them.
Perfect for all ages and wheelchair-accessible.
When? May 19 - June 16, 2021. This is a one-hour, timed-entry experience, safely distanced, limited-capacity presentations are available from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m
Where? Ziff Ballet Opera House at the Adrienne Arsht Center
How Much? $54.60
More Info: Lasting Impressions: The 3D LED Experience.
Memorial Day Weekend: Miami Beach Air & Sea Show
May 29 - 30, 2021
There is no better time to pay tribute to our military, first responders and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country than Memorial Day Weekend, and in this spirit, the National Salute to America's Heroes initiative will take place on our sandy shores with all five branches of the military represented: The Army, the Navy, the Air Force, the Marines and the Coast Guard as well as our police, firefighters and first responder agencies.
What? A world class Air & Sea Show!
When? Saturday and Sunday May 29 - 30, 2021
Where? Along the shores of Miami Beach
How Much? FREE from the public beaches on the North and South ends of the event site. Options for Preferred Viewing Areas on the beach
More Info: Memorial Day Weekend Events in Miami.
Holidays in May 2021
Mother's Day - Sunday, May 9, 2021
This is the day to treat mom. Mother's Day is celebrated on the second Sunday in May in the United States.
This year it will be on Sunday May 9, 2021. Don't forget!
A day at the beach, a lavish brunch, some pretty flowers... anything goes!
Here are some ideas to ponder and make her day extra special!
Memorial Day - a Public Holiday - Monday, May 31, 2021
This is a public holiday celebrated every year on the last Monday in May in honor of the men and women who have died while serving our country.
Memorial Day is the "unofficial" start of the summer vacation season, while Labor Day in September marks its end.
Federal government offices are closed on Memorial Day.
This year, the National Salute to America's Heroes will be back on Memorial Day Weekend, Saturday and Sunday May 29 - 30, 2021. There will be an exciting Air And Sea Show as well as stage shows and entertainment on the beautiful shores of Miami Beach.
Here's what's happening this Memorial Day Weekend in Miami.
Miami For Kids And Families This May 2021
Summer Savings Pass 2024
This is a great savings pass for unlimited visits to
How Much? Adults $67.99, Children (3 - 12) $56.99, all summer long! (plus tax)
Pass is valid from May 15 to August 31, 2024 and can be purchased online through any of the above participating parks. If you are an annual pass member to any of them check for additional discounts you might be entitled for the Summer Savings Pass.
More info: www.summersavingspass.com
For Miami Sports Fans This May 2021
Miami Heat Basketball Schedule May 2021 Home Games and Tickets
When? See home game schedule for this month below
Where? AmericanAirlines Arena
How Much? As low as $30, but they go quick! Find Tickets
›› Check for great discounts for Miami Heat Tickets at Groupon!!!
Miami Marlins Schedule - May 2021 Home Games and Baseball Tickets
When? See schedule below
Where? Marlins Park, 501 Marlins Way (NW 16th Avenue), Miami, Florida 33125
How Much? Individual game tickets can be had for as low as $16. Find Tickets
Inter Miami CF Soccer Schedule May 2021 Home Games and Tickets
When? See schedule below
Where? DRV PNK Stadium (Drive Pink Stadium) formerly Lockhart Stadium, Ft Lauderdale at 1350 NW 55th St, Fort Lauderdale. Between I-95 and the Turnpike, north of Commercial.
How Much? $28 - $150 Find Tickets
Free Or Almost Free Ongoing Events in Miami
New World Symphony WALLCAST® Concerts
These are live classical music performances by the New World Symphony which are projected into a 7,000 square-foot wall at the New World Center for thousands to enjoy in a fantastic outdoor atmosphere.
The concerts are typically on the third Saturday of the month and the season runs from October through May.
When? Suspended
Where? SoundScape Park at 500 17th Street, Miami Beach, FL 33139
How Much? FREE! Bring a picnic, blankets, beach chairs, cocktails... yes, there are restrooms available at the south-east corner of SoundScape Park.
More Info: New World Symphony Wallcast Concert Series
Wynwood Art Walk Block Party
Every second Saturday of the month, the Wynwood Art Walk Block Party is one of the most iconic events in the city in this up and coming neighborhood which has been transforming the art scene in Miami.
Wynwood which is best known for its street art and splashy murals puts together a live art show, pop-up shop & gallery experience where you can mingle among the artists and creators, drink in hand, watch as art is being created in front of you and purchase directly from them.
And beyond the fantastic art there's plenty of gourmet food trucks, cocktails, live music and vendors, yes, it's a party!
When? Saturday May 8, 2021 and every second Saturday of the month, doors open at noon
Where? The Wynwood Marketplace at 2250 Northwest 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33127 at the Wynwood Art District
How Much? FREE! RSVP for a free drink!
More Info: www.wynwoodartwalkblockparty.com
Museum of Art and Design (MOAD) Free Admission on Thursdays
Located at the National Historic Landmark Freedom Tower, Museum of Art and Design (MOAD) offers groundbreaking exhibitions and programs that aim to foster a reimagined Miami. The new initiative is designed to make art accessible to all in the community, as well as visitors.
Free admission on Thursday evenings will continue indefinitely and includes admission to the galleries of MDC Special Collections - the Kislak Center and the Cuban Legacy Gallery.
Currently on view at MOAD is The Body Electric, a major exhibition that looks at our fraught relationship to technology, particularly the increasingly inescapable interface between our bodies and screens.
When?: Thursday evenings from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Where?: Museum of Art and Design at Miami Dade College Freedom Tower, 2nd Floor at 600 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL 33132
How Much?: FREE
Miami Beach Live Music Series
The Washington Avenue Business Improvement District Presents Miami Beach Live Music Series. From upscale hotels, museums, restaurants to clubs Washington Avenue is the new hotspot on Miami Beach. Explore each venue or settle at one while enjoying great music from all around the world. Enjoy the best live Jazz, Latin, Blues, Reggae, Soul, Pop and Rock music in South Florida every 3rd Thursday of the month... FREE of charge!
When? Every 3rd Thursday of the month
Where? Along Washington Avenue in South Beach
How Much? FREE
More Info: Miami Beach Live Music Series.
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