It's festival season in South Florida and the winter months are packed with amazing events to enjoy. Here in South Florida, our winter season is mild and welcoming. Celebrating outdoors is a lifestyle and there are hundreds of festivals around food, wine, desserts, and special interests like music and film. Yes it's festival season every year in South Florida and Miami has lots to offer as well as its beaches, nightlife and cultural experiences.
Here's a rundown of just a few of the festivals you may want to add to your calendar. For more information check out the greater Miami conventions and visitors bureau website and get all the details you need.
January 7th: South Beach Jazz Festival in Miami Beach
On January 7th jazz lovers can enjoy a beautiful South Beach experience at the South Beach Jazz Festival. It's one of the coolest events that weekend and jazz lovers are sure to get exactly what they're looking for with some amazing talent on the lineup. For more information just visit the Greater Miami Conventions and Visitors Bureau website.
January 7th: The Las Olas Art Festival
Art lovers, collectors, and visitors as well as sightseers, the Art festival has a lot to offer. It's a feast for the eyes. Las Olas is a beautiful setting for any experience so this Art festival is one you should do enjoy.
January 9th - 15 Visit Lauderdale Food and Wine Festival
Held at the beautiful Oceanside park on Las Olas, this uniue festival is sure to provide a tasty experience and an amazing setting. With food from amazing chefs and local restaurants and wine the cap it off. This should be a great experience.
January 13th The Greek Festival
Packed with amazing Greek food, music, and lots of culture, this festival is happening for those looking to expand their cultural horizons.
Jan. 14th Art Deco weekend
This special interactive event brings art, classic cars, architechture, food and nostalgia all together in one of the worlds most gorgeous environments. The Art Deco weekend is special; so special that we've dedicated several shows to this event and we're likely to go back again.
It's a feast for the eyes. The entire Ocean drive area becomes a giant museum and an outdoor art gallery. Art deco weekend is certainly an experience to enjoy.
January 16th King Holiday parades
There will be King Holiday parades happening all over South Florida and the nation. in South Florida, the multicultural festival will be celebrated at Joseph Carter Park in fort lauderdale.
January 21st Somi Beer Festival
This festival is for you beer lovers. Sample beers from over 90 breweries (unlimited sampling), enjoy awesome food from local vendors & Live Music. Who doesn't love beer?
January 21st Festival of Chocolate
This place should be a paradise for chocolate lovers like us. Imagine all the chocolate filled possibilities. You can expect some tasty innovations and a wide variety f chocolate flavors to enjoy. Nothing more to say there.
January 14th The Grand Tasting.
If you're a foodie, or hoping to be one, this is the place to be on January 14th. It'll be at Las Olas Oceanside Park where they're should be having lots of fun and tasty treats. Bring your food friends.
January 26th The Seed Food and Wine Festival
Held at Miami City hall is a great location for a very unique and dynamic event. The 3-day activity is sure to expand your culinary horizons.
January 28th : The Miami Beer and Wine & Spirits Festival
Held at in Coral Gables, Florida, this is one uniue event and lots of fun too. If you're the kind who loves wines and other Craft beers. This is the place.
February 23rd: Food Networks South Beach Food and Wine Festival.
Here you'll find some of the best chefs and most innovative restaurants showcasing their skills. It's amazing.
March 11th and 12th Jazz in the Gardens
Held annually in Miami Gardens, Florida, this is one of the cool events leading to the spring season. It never fails to please. Add it to your calendar early.
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