MIAMI HAPPENINGS CALENDAR JANUARY 2020 Wednesday 01/01/2020 – Friday 01/31/2020

ARTS & CULTURE Daily, 10:30am & Thursdays 6:30pm: ART DECO WALKING TOUR at Art Deco Welcome Center (South Beach). This 90-minute walking tour introduces the Art Deco, Mediterranean Revival, and Miami Modern (MiMo) styles found within the Miami Beach Architectural Historic District. Find tickets at: www.mdpl.org/tours/guided-walking-tours

Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:00pm, Fridays 1:00pm, Saturday 3:00pm: TOUR THE NEW WORLD CENTER at New World Symphony. (Miami Beach). These docent-led tours are the perfect way to experience Frank Gehry’s only Florida commission, a cornerstone of artistic activity at the intersection of architecture and music. Tours are limited to the first 20 patrons for $5 per person, and reservations are required. All tours begin in the atrium, and last approximately 30-45 minutes. www.nws.edu.com

Daily, 12:00pm to 6:00pm: WYNWOOD WALLS TOUR at Wynwood. Personalized tour of the Wynwood Walls operated by a local artist. Includes premium quality headphones so each guest is able to hear the tour in a rich, crisp, & clear tone, $20.00 per person. www.thewynwoodwalls.com

Daily, except Mondays, 11:00am-7:00pm: ART GALLERY at Institute of Contemporary Art ICA (Design District) Free Admission. Through an energetic calendar of exhibitions and programs, and its collection, the ICA Miami provides an important international platform for the work of local, emerging, and under-recognized artists, and advances the public appreciation and understanding of the most innovative art of our time. www.icamiami.org

Fridays, 6:00pm-9:00pm: THE WOLFSONIAN – FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY MUSEUM at Wolfsonian Museum (South Beach). FREE ADMISSION. Explore the inventive and provocative character of the modern world through objects and design that reveals how the past influences the present and shapes the future. wolfsonian.org

Wednesday, 1/1 to Sunday, 1/5, diverse times: CHARLIE AND THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY- THE NEW MUSICAL at Adrienne Arsh Center (Downtown). Roald Dahl's amazing tale is now Miami’s golden ticket! It's the perfect recipe for a delectable treat: songs from the original film, including "Pure Imagination," "The Candy Man," and "I've Got a Golden Ticket," alongside a toe-tapping and ear-tickling new score from the songwriters of Hairspray.. www.arshtcenter.org

Saturday 1/4, 3:00pm to 4:30pm AND Wednesday, 1/15 6:30pm to 8:00pm: MIAMI DESIGN DISTRICT PUBLIC ART TOURS. Meet at Palm Court 140 Ne 39St Miami Florida 33137 Join the Miami Design District, in partnership with Arts Encounters, for a free guided tour of the neighborhood’s world-renowned public art. Art critic, journalist and educator Margery Gordon leads two tours a month that showcase selected public artworks and architectural highlights along distinctive routes. https://www.miamidesigndistrict.net/

Friday, 1/10, 8:00pm: JAZZ ROOTS: CUBA: NEW PERSPECTIVES at Adrienne Arsht Center (Downtown). Arturo O’Farrill’s Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra is one of the best jazz orchestras in existence, a powerhouse outfit whose precise section work is enhanced by thrilling soloists. O’Farrill’s debut album with the Afro Latin Jazz Orchestra, Una Noche Inolvidable, earned a first GRAMMY® Award nomination in 2005. www.arshtcenter.org

Friday 1/17 to 1/19, All day: ART DECO WEEKEND – SHEROES: WOMEN WHO MADE A DIFFERENCE. Celebrating 100 Years of Womens’s Suffrage 1920-2020 – Ocean Drive Between 6th and 13th St Art Deco Weekend was created nearly 43 years ago by the Miami Design Preservation League (MDPL) to showcase the beautiful Art Deco buildings of South Beach, saving it for future generations. MDPL’s early work was the catalyst that created the vibrant, world-class city we live in today. www.artdecoweekend.com

Thursday 1/9 to Sunday 1/26, diverse time: AMERICAN SON at Adrienne Arsht Center (Downtown). A New York Times’ Critic’s Pick! A Florida Premiere by award-winning playwright and Zoetic Stage co-founder Christopher Demos-Brown. Set in a South Florida police station in the middle of the night, two parents search for their missing teenage son. A gripping tale of two people caught in our national divide, with their worst fears hanging in the balance. Intimate in nature but universal in scope, AMERICAN SON continues Zoetic Stage’s mission to present socially relevant work by South Florida voices.. www.arshtcenter.org

Saturday 1/11, from 6:00pm: ART WALK at Wynwood. Occurring every second Saturday of the month from 6:00pm and extending into the night, this monthly happening features art gallery, art institution, and retail business openings. Thousands of people crowd the streets and enjoy the Miami Art Scene!

MUSIC AT THE FILLMORE (Miami Beach) www.fillmoremb.com 1700 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139 Tuesday, 1/14, 8:00pm: New Order Wednesday, 1/15, 8:00pm: New Order Friday , 1/17, 8:00pm: New Order Saturday, 1/18, 8:00pm: New Order

AT THE AMERICAN AIRLINES ARENA (Downtown) www.aaarena.com 601 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132 Friday, 1/17, 7:30pm: CELINE DION – Courage World Tour Saturday, 1/18, 7:30pm: CELINE DION – Courge World Tour Saturday , 1/25, 8:30pm: FARRUKO Thursday, 1/30, 8:00pm: DJ KHALED – DABABY AND FRIENDS

THE BB&T CENTER (Sunrise) www.thebbtcenter.com 1Pather Parkway Sunrise Florida 33323 Saturday 1/04, 9:00am: OPRAH – Your Life in Focus Tour with special guest, Lady Gaga.

HARD ROCK LIVE (Hollywood Florida) www.seminolehardrockhollywood.com 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood, Fl 33314 Friday 1/10, 8:00pm: BILLY JOEL

HISTORY Saturday 1/4, 11:30am-1:00pm: HISTORY IN THE GROVE: CHARLES AVENUE WALKING TOUR Museum Members: $20, Non-Members: $30, Children 12 & Under: $10 In front of The Barnacle Historic State Park, 3485 Main Hwy, Miami, FL 33133 Discover the fascinating history of one of Miami’s original settlements, Coconut Grove, as you stroll down its shady streets with HistoryMiami Museum’s Resident Historian, Dr. Paul George. Learn how Bahamian settlers influenced the development of the Grove with their knowledge of tropical plants and native building materials. Reflect upon the legacy of the neighborhood’s early residents, including E. W. F. Stirrup and Mariah Brown. Ticket includes complimentary pass to HistoryMiami Museum. www.historymiami.org

Saturday 1/11, 10:00am to5:00pm: FREE FAMILY FUN DAY : ALL ABOUT FOOTBALL At History Miami Museum (Downtown) Get onto the gridiron with inspiration from your favorite football team. Come decked out in your favorite local team’s gear and explore our newest exhibit, Gridiron Glory: The Best of the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Join in on the fun with craft activities, storytelling, and more! www.historymiami.org

Sunday 1/12, 10:00am-11:45pm: SECRETS OF SPRING GARDEN WALKING TOUR Dr. George Museum Members: $20, Non-Members: $30, Children 12 & Under: $10 Meet in front of the Pink House, 1017 NW 9th Ct, Miami, FL 33136. Stroll with HistoryMiami Museum’s Resident Historian, Dr. Paul George, through one of Miami’s most delightful hidden neighborhoods – Spring Garden, located on the north bank of the Miami River. See the house dubbed the Hindu Temple and learn of its unique history in early films. View unforgettable examples of Miami’s early architecture. Ticket includes complimentary pass to HistoryMiami Museum. www.historymiami.org

Saturday 1/25, 9:30am-1:30pm: TAKE THE BRIGHTLINE! HISTORIC FORT LAUDERDALE TOUR with Dr.George. Museum Members: $50, Non-Members: $60, Children 12 & Under: $25 Meet in the lobby of Brightline at Virgin MiamiCentral, 600 NW 1st Ave, Miami, FL 33136 Journey to Fort Lauderdale aboard the Brightline. Hear stories of Henry Flagler and his historic railroad as you take in the sights, from the high-rises of Downtown Miami and the lush greenspace of the Miami City Cemetery, to the street art of Wynwood. www.historymiami.org

Saturday 1/25, 12:00pm-3:00pm: DEMONSTRATION – ANCIENT PERUVIAN CEREMICS at History Miami (Downtown). Don’t miss this unique opportunity to watch master artisan Polo Ramirez demonstrate the ancient Peruvian ceramic art of his ancestors. Polo will answer your questions during this intimate experience and showcase this traditional art form in a recreated studio space displaying a selection of his pieces. FREE www.historymiami.org

NATURE & WELLNESS Daily, 7:00am & 5:00pm: DONATION BASED YOGA on 3rd street (South Beach)

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays, 6:00pm, Saturdays, 9:00am: FREE YOGA 301 North Biscayne Blvd. Miami, Florida 33132 at Museum Park (Downtown). www.bayfrontparkmiami.com/YogaClasses.html

Wednesdays, 9:30am to 11:00am: OM IN THE GARDEN Sundays, 9:30am-10:0am: GUIDED VINYASA YOGA AND MEDITATION CLASS – A JOURNEY TO BALANCE and SUNDAY GARDEN YOGA at Miami Beach Botanical Garden. Two times per week guests can enjoy the tranquility of this beautiful oasis in the heart of Miami Beach for meditation and yoga practive. Classes are $10 or $12. www.mbgarden.org

Thursdays, 7:00pm: SOUTH BEACH RUN CLUB at Nike, 1035 Lincoln Rd (South Beach) Join this weekly run club for a communal free fun run for all levels.

Fridays, 4:30pm-7:00pm: SUNSET KAYAK TOUR at Oleta State Park (North Miami Beach). Paddle through the peaceful mangrove trail and into the calm waters of Biscayne Bay and experience sunset in a new way. $35 per person. https://oletariveroutdoors.com/sunset-tours/

Sundays, 10:00am-7:00pm: OUTDOOR GREEN MARKET at Lincoln Road Mall (South Beach) The Green Market has become a weekly Miami Beach institution, with multiple vendors who offer their products.

VIRGINIA KEY – OUTDOOR CENTER 3801 Rickenbacker Causeway Miami Fl. 33149; Monday to Friday 10:am to 7:00pm – Saturday and Sunday 8:00am to 7:00pm; Diverse Tours. www.vkoc.net

SPORTS Ice Hockey at BB&T Center (Sunrise) Basketball at American Airlines (Downtown) 1Pather Parkway Sunrise Florida 33323 601 Biscayne Boulevard Miami Florida 33132 07/07 coyotes vs Florida Panthers 01/02 Toronto Raptors vs Miami Heat 01/09 Canucks vs Florida Panthers 01/05 Portland trailblazer vs Miami Heat 01/12 Maple Leafs vs Florida Panthers 01/15 SanAntonion vs Miami Heat 01/16 kings vs Florida Panthers 01/20 Sacramento Kings vs Miami Heat 01/22 Washington wizards vs Miami Heat 01/24 LA Clippers vs Miami Heat 01/27 Orlando Magic vs Miami Heat 01/28 Boston Celtics vs Miami Heat

ONLY IN MIAMI Every Tuesday from 5:00pm to 9:30pm FOOD TRUCK FEST at Haulover Park (Sunny Isles) www.miamifoodtrucksevents.com

Thursdays-Sundays, 8:00pm-12:00am: MICROTHEATER MIAMI at 1490 Biscayne Boulevard (Downtown). New revolutionary theatre concept as never seen before! 15-minute plays, performed in shipping containers throughout the night for $6 each. Mainly in Spanish, but English shows are also available. www.microtheatermiami.com/en

Thursday, 1/2 to Thursday, 1/30, diverse times: CIRQUE DU SOLEIL ALEGRIA “ in a New Light” Under The Grand Chapiteau – Hard Rock Stadium. The return of a Icon. Alegria is a mood a state of mind. The themes of the show whose name means “ Jubilation” in Spanish. www.cirquedusoleil.com

FAMILY Sunday, 1/1 to 1/8, 5:00 to 10:00pm: LUMINOSA at Jungle Island (Miami Beach). Take a journey through Jungle Island by night as we celebrate the Chinese Lantern Festival in a new light. Prices $31.50 per person www.jungleisland.com

Saturday 1/5: SANTA’S ENCHANTED FOREST at Tropical Park. Holiday theme park and carnival featuring over 100 rides, shows, games www.santasenchantedforest.com

Saturday, 1/11 10:00am-6:00pm: FREE SECOND SATURDAY at PAMM. (Downtown) A monthly program for museum visitors, PAMM Free Second Saturday’s features hands-on activities for children and adults as well as guided tours and occasional guest artists and performers. www.pamm.org

Friday, 1/17, 4:00pm-8:00pm: FREE THIRD FRIDAY at the Miami Children’s Museum. (Downtown) Visitors can roam the Museum free of charge, every third Friday of each month. Due to the number of visitors, we suggest leaving strollers at home or in the car. www.miamichildrensmuseum.org

Other Family and Children’s Activities in Miami:  FunDimension (Wynwood) - https://fundimensionusa.com/  Unicorn Factory (Wynwood) – www.unicornfactorymia.com  Planet Kids (Edgewater) - http://planetkidsplayground.net/  Pod 22 (Upper Eastside) - www.thepod22.com/  Cool De-Sac (Dolphin Mall) - https://www.cooldesacmiami.com/web/  Sky Zone (Doral) - https://www.skyzone.com/doral  Planet Air Sports (Doral) - https://planetairsports.com/  Munchkin Fun LLC (website and newsletter) - https://www.munchkinfun.com/