By Jennifer Agress
With holiday season just around the corner, Miami is already brimming with a calendar of events that have something for everyone. From the annual Color Run, to a bevy of show-stopping performances, one of the first grand galas of the season, and the first-ever plant-based food and wine festival , here are our picks of the city’s best upcoming events, things to do in Miami in November — curated just for you:
“Color Run: The Happiest 5k on the Planet”
When: November 14th at 9 AM
Where: Sun Life Stadium
The Color Run™ presented by ALCATEL ONETOUCH – one of the largest 5k events across the globe, where throughout the run, participants are “painted” by bursts of vibrant color powder coming at them from all angles – is coming to South Florida for the debut of its 2015 Shine Tour™. Bringing a fresh new spin on this 4th-annual event, this year’s edition will include an all-new “Sparkle Zone™,” where runners can take colorful photographs throughout the course. When the race is done, head to the Finish Festival: a happy place where runners can celebrate their success with music, dancing, massive color throws, new confetti cannons, shimmery clouds of color, sparkle, and much more. Sun Life Stadium is located at 347 Don Shula Drive. Registration is open for individual runners and teams.
When: November 21st at 7 PM
Where: Vizcaya Museum & Gardens
Back again this month, the 59th-Annual Vizcaya Ball is sure to be the celebrity- and socialite-studded event of the year. Hosted on Vizcaya’s beautiful Gilded Age estate, gardens and courtyard, this dazzling, red-carpet evening promises an A-list celebration that’s all in the name of good faith. With cocktails, dinner, dancing, a haute silent auction and fireworks, all proceeds from the ball will benefit the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens – the 1914 home of James Deering that, today, has become a historic landmark in Miami. Promoting conservation and an appreciation of Miami’s history, Vizcaya Museum and Gardens is dedicated to sharing its history, the arts and its natural environment with people across the globe. Tickets for this event start at $750 per person, and can be purchased here. Black Tie attire. Complimentary parking onsite.
“Billy Joel, Bill Maher and More”
When: Fall-Winter 2015-2016
Where: South Florida (Various Venues)
Starting this month, Miami will play host to some of the nation’s (and the world’s) top artists and acts. From Luis Miguel and Juanes, to Bill Maher, the live tour of “America’s Got Talent,” and a show-stopping evening by the legendary Billy Joel, South Florida has it all. And because these names are so popular, they are sure to sell out fast – so purchase your tickets now, before it’s too late. For a full calendar of performances, or to purchase tickets, visit Ticketmaster.com.
When: November 18th – 22nd
Where: All Over Miami
Presented by Whole Foods Market, this one-of-a-kind festival is the first plant-based food and wine festival in the country. From sexy, upscale dinners and film screenings, to garden parties, a Mantra Yoga Brunch, and the focal point of the weekend: a large-scale outdoor festival with food, wine, juices, music, gifts, organic body care, clothing, yoga and more — this festival celebrates fun, healthy living at its finest. Highlights of Seed Food & Wine include: a 5k, “The Burger Battle,” Yappy Hour, and appearances and talks by some of the nation’s most talented speakers, chefs, celebrities, athletes, authors and more. While events will take place at different locations throughout the city, the main outdoor festival is located at MANA Wynwood, at 318 NW 23rd Street. VIP entrance to the entire festival is $399 per person. Tickets for individual events start at $25. For more information about the festival, visit www.seedfoodandwine.com.
