There’s so much going on in Miami in July 2019, from the much awaited spa months, Dionne Warwick in concert, a mango festival, and major movie happenings in the Bahamas, to performances by international ballet stars, Miami Swim Week 2019 and more. Looking for something new to do in the Magic City? Try one of the events listed below. We love them—and we think you will, too!
MIAMI SPA MONTHS
July 1st to August 31st
Miami Spa Months are back! This is that beautiful part of summer where Miami’s most luxurious spas and wellness centers offer massages, facials, beauty treatments and more for up to 50% off. In addition to unrivaled discounts, most of these treatments come with fun perks like hotel pool access, free fitness classes, meditation and more. Click here to find out where you can get pampered for a steal. Miami Spa Months deals start at $109. Treatments and parking rates vary by location.
PIGS OF PARADISE TOUR WITH THE FORT LAUDERDALE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (FLIFF)
Friday, July 4th to Monday, July 7th
The Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival (FLIFF) has partnered with Grand Isle Resort & Spa—on Great Exuma Island—for a weekend of movie screenings in the Bahamas. The inspiration behind the trip is Earthbeat Films’ latest feature film, Pigs of Paradise, which is based off T.R. Todd’s bestseller, Pigs of Paradise: The Story of the World-Famous Swimming Pigs, and was actually filmed in Exuma. The movie’s director, Charlie Smith, has been taking the film on a world tour, which began in Cannes in May and will end this September in London. The long weekend of events will include parties, excursions to swim with the pigs, a July 4th celebration, a book signing and of course, a variety of movie showings. Guests traveling to Grand Isle Resort with FLIFF will get exclusive discounts on flights and accommodations. As part of the FLIFF package, attendees can stay in a one-bedroom villa for $400 or a two-bedroom villa for $640. The hotel package includes complimentary daily breakfast, complimentary movie nights and a free Pigs of Paradise book. Silver Airways is offering attendees a special flight rate of $350 round trip from Fort Lauderdale to Great Exuma.
DIONNE WARWICK AT THE ADRIENNE ARSHT CENTER
Saturday, July 6th
Five-time GRAMMY® Award-winning music legend, Dionne Warwick, is coming to the Adrienne Arsht Center! On this special night, the icon will sing her beloved hits, like “What the World Needs Now” and “Say A Little Prayer,” all accompanied by a live symphony orchestra. Starting promptly at 8 p.m., the upscale affair will have a triple purpose: it will celebrate America’s 243 years of independence, honor Dionne’s iconic impact in the music industry and award Dionne with a “Key to the County.” Adrienne Arsht Center is located at 1300 Biscayne Boulevard. Tickets start at $77 and can be purchased here. Valet and public parking lots are available.
MIAMI SWIM WEEK 2019
Thursday, July 11th to Tuesday, July 16th
It’s that time of year again. Miami is known for its sexy beaches and beach-goers, making it the perfect location for the world’s hottest swimwear brands and fashion models to come together and celebrate the best of swimwear. Along with a weekend full of runway shows, parties, beach events and more, Miami Swim Week will once again play host to SwimShow 2019, the world’s largest trade show for swimwear. SwimShow will take place at the Miami Beach Convention Center, and runway shows and parties will be hosted at various luxury hotels and venues throughout Miami Beach. Find out everything going on during Miami Swim Week here. The Miami Beach Convention Center is located at 1901 Convention Center Drive. Valet, street parking and public parking lots and garages are available. Hotel locations and parking options vary by event.
NIKKI KIDD AT DEERING ESTATE
Saturday, July 13th
As part of the The Deering Estate Cabaret Concert Series—which features performances by eclectic and world music artists in the estate’s historic Stone House Ballroom—Deering Estate welcomes international jazz vocalist Nikki Kidd. Known for her seamless fusion of classic and modern jazz, Nikki’s voice transports listeners to the speakeasies of the early 1920s. Guests can bring snacks to enjoy during the show, and a cash bar will be available for any drink purchases. Gates will open at 7 p.m., and the concert will start promptly at 8 p.m. Deering Estate is located at 16701 SW 72nd Avenue. Tickets are priced at $25 per person, excluding tax, and can be purchased here. Parking is available onsite.
2ND ANNUAL SOUTH BEACH MANGO FESTIVAL + 1ST ANNUAL MANGO PALOOZA
Saturday, July 27th to Sunday, July 28th
The South Beach Mango Festival is coming back to Lummus Park this month! This event, which celebrates mangoes worldwide, will bring together 100+ vendors as well as local farmers, fruit experts, artists, chefs, food trucks, craft beer distilleries, live music and more. In the Mango Tasting Tent, find cooking competitions and demos, the neighborhood’s best restaurants and bars serving mango cocktails and bites, and every exotic fruit grown in South Florida: like dozens of varieties of mangoes, coconuts, avocados, dragon fruit, jack fruit and mamey. You don’t just have to eat and drink if you don’t want to—there will also be activities for kids, “Mango Dancers” and yoga, stretching and meditation classes. The first day is Mango Palooza and is for 21+ adults only. The second day is open to adults and children of all ages. Lummus Park is located at 1130 Ocean Drive. Tickets start at $20 per person and can be purchased here. Parking garages and street parking are nearby.
INTERNATIONAL BALLET FESTIVAL
Saturday, July 27th to Sunday, August 18th
Returning to South Florida this month, the International Ballet Festival welcomes 200+ ballet dancers and 20 ballet companies from across the globe to showcase their talents in the Magic City. Performances will take place at top venues all over South Florida, like The Fillmore Miami Beach at Jackie Gleason Theater, Lehman Theatre at Miami Dade College North Campus, Colony Theatre Miami Beach and more. Location and parking information varies by event. Tickets for all performances can be purchased here.
