MIAMI HAPPENINGS CALENDAR DECEMBER 2019 Sunday 12/01/2019 – Tuesday 12/31/2019

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 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 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. Please note: NWS cancels tours with no bookings 24 hours before that tour's start time. www.nws.edu. Blackout Dates: Tuesday, 12/24 and Tuesday, 12/31.

Daily, 12:00pm and 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, $25.00 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/

Thursday, 12/05 to12/22, 7:30PM: THE CAKE at Adrienne Arsh Center (Downtown). By Bekah Brunstetter (writer and co-producer of This is Us).All is going well for Della. Her North Carolina bakery is legendary, and she's just been cast on her favorite television baking competition. But then, her late best friend's daughter comes home from New York City to ask her to make a cake for her upcoming wedding. www.arshtcenter.org

Thursday, 12/5 to Sunday, 12/8: ART BASEL MIAMI BEACH at Miami Beach Convention Center. Leading galleries from North America, , Europe, and Asia show significant work from the masters of modern and contemporary art, as well as the new generation of emerging stars. Paintings, sculptures, installations, photographs, films, and editioned works of the highest quality are on display in the main exhibition hall. www.artbasel.com Public Days: Thursday, 12/5 3pm to 8pm; Friday, 12/6 12 noon to 8pm; Saturday 12/7 12 noon to 8pm; Sunday, 12/8 12 noon to 6pm.

PLEASE ENQUIRE WITH CONCIERGE FOR OTHER SATELLITE FAIR DATES AND TIMES DURING ART BASEL Thursday, 12/5, 10:00am-9:00pm: FREE FIRST THURSDAY at PAMM (Downtown) This free event includes talks, performances and movie screenings from 6:00pm-9:00pm. Full program online at www.pamm.org

Friday, 12/13 – Sunday , 12/22, diverse times: MIAMI CITY BALLET THE NUTCRACKER at Adrienne Arsht Center. (Downtown) Miami City Ballet's holiday spectacle transports you to a dazzling winter wonderland in the new production of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker. Step into this magical world of toy soldiers, colorful characters, and the enchanting “Dance of the Sugarplum Fairy”, set to the music of Tchaikovsky performed by a live orchestra. Create unforgettable memories with friends and family – make it your cherished holiday tradition! www.arshtcenter.org

Monday 12/23, 2:00pm & 7:00pm: RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER: THE MUSICAL At Adrienne Arsht Center ( Downtown). The beloved TV classic Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer soars off the screen and onto the stage this holiday season! Come see all of your favorite characters from the special including Santa and Mrs. Claus, Hermey the Elf, Bumble the Abominable Snow Monster, Clarice, Yukon Cornelius and, of course, Rudolph. It’s an adventure that teaches us that what makes you different can be what makes you special. Don’t miss this wonderful holiday tradition that speaks to the misfit in all of us. www.arshtcenter.org

Monday, 12/30, 3:00pm and 7:00pm: MOSCOW BALLET’S GREAT RUSSIAN NUTCRACKER at The Fillmore Miami Beach. Moscow Ballet's Great Russian Nutcracker! Step into a simpler time filled with sweet dreams and Christmas magic. With world-class artists, over 200 dazzling costumes. www.fillmoremb.com

MUSIC AT THE FILLMORE (Miami Beach) www.fillmoremb.com 1700 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139 Sunday, 12/1, 4:00pm: KIDZ BOP WORLD TOUR 2019 Wednesday, 12/4, 8:00pm: IL DIVO : A HOLIDAY SONG – Celebration Thursday, 12/5, 8:00pm: MARCOS WITT & LUCIA PARKER – Noche de Adoracion Friday, 12/6, 8:00pm: RODRIGO Y GABRIELA – Mettavolution tour Saturday, 12/7, 8:00pm: WILLIE COLON – El Malo del Bronx Wednesday,12/11, 8:00pm: SKI MASK THE SLUMP GOD Thursday, 12/12, 88:00pm: AARON LEWIS – State I’m in tour Saturday, 12/14 to Thursday, 12/19, Saturday 12/21 & Sunday 12/22: MADONNA

AT THE AMERICAN AIRLINES ARENA (Downtown) www.aaarena.com 601 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132 Saturday, 12/7, 8:00pm: AMOR A LA MUSICA – Luis Fonsi, Melendi, , Saturday, 12/21, 8:00pm: ANUEL AA – Emanuel world tour.

THE BB&T CENTER (Sunrise) www.thebbtcenter.com 1Pather Parkway Sunrise Florida 33323 Friday 12/13, 8:00pm: TRANS – SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA Christmas Eve & other Stories Sunday 12/22, 7:00pm: Y100’S JINGLE BALL -Jones Brothers , Khalid , Naill Horan, French Montana, CNCO, Why Don’t We & Zara Larsson

HARD ROCK LIVE (Hollywood Florida) www.seminolehardrockhollywood.com 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood, Fl 33314 Sunday 12/8, 7:00pm : TONY BENNETT Saturday 12/13, 8:00pm: BRET MICHAELS Friday 12/15, 7:00PM: GAY MEN’S CHORUS OF SOUTH FLORIDA – with JORDIN SPARKS

OLYMPIA THEATRE (Downtown) www.olympiatheater.org Wednesday 12/11, 6:30pm: OLYMPIA LOBBY LOUNGE JAZZ: SIMPLY SIMONE. FREE

ADRIENNE ARSHT CENTER (Downtown) www.arshtcenter.org Saturday, 12/14, 8:00pm: WILLY CHIRINO & LISSETTE A FAMILY CHRISTMAS Willy Chirino y su esposa Lissette se unen a su familia una vez más para esta celebración anual de la época más bella del año, ya en su tercera edición. Entre chistes, anécdotas, fotos y videos familiares, la familia del ganador del GRAMMY® y del Latin GRAMMY®

MIAMI DESIGN DISTRICT. Palm Court Plaza, 140 NE 39th St. www.miamidesigndistrict.net Friday, 12/13, 6:30pm : PREFORMANCE SERIES: A HOLIDAY CONCERT WITH ORIGINAL DREAM GIRL. JENNIFER HOLLIDAY. The American singer and actress started her career on Broadway starring in musicals such as Dreamgirls and Your Arms Too Short to Box with God. she received a Grammy and a Tony Award. Friday, 12/20, 6:30pm: PERFORMANCE SERIES: THE MIAMI SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA The Miami Symphony Orchestra (MISO), now in its historic 31st season, is Miami's hometown professional symphony and a valuable contributor to Miami's cultural fabric. Led by MISO Music Director & Conductor Maestro Eduardo Marturet, MISO hosts 80 professional musicians selected from around the world and is a source of growing local pride and support.

HISTORY Sunday,12/15, 10:00am to 11:30am: WYNWOOD WALKING TOUR Meet in front of Panther Coffee Wynwood, 2390 NW 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33127Join HistoryMiami Museum and explore one of Miami’s trendiest and most dynamic neighborhoods – the Wynwood Art District. Learn how this textile warehouse and immigrant neighborhood, formerly known as “Little San Juan,” is quickly becoming the world’s largest outdoor art gallery www.historymiami.org

Saturday, 12/21, 6:00pm to 8:00pm: MOON OVER MIAMI RIVER CRUISE WITH DR. GEORGE Museum Members: $50, Non-Members: $60, Children 12 & Under: $25 Meet at Island Queen at Bayside Marketplace, 401 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132 Enjoy an entertaining and relaxing ride on the river with HistoryMiami Museum’s Resident Historian, Dr. Paul George, as he recounts the history of Miami. Learn the story of the Miami River from the late 19th century, and hear tales of the area’s earliest known inhabitants, the Tequesta, all while cruising through Miami’s Downtown. See hidden neighborhoods and little-known sites. www.historymiami.org

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

Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays 6:00pm, Saturdays 9:00am, & Sundays 9:30am: FREE YOGA at Museum Park (Downtown). www.bayfrontparkmiami.com/YogaClasses.html

Wednesdays, 9:30am to 11:00am: OM IN THE GARDEN Sundays, 10:30am-11:30am: GUIDED MEDITATION AND PRANAYAMA – 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, 4:00pm-6:00pm: 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.

Saturday, 12/13 & Sunday, 12/14, 5:00pm-7:30pm: FULL MOON KAYAK TOUR at Oleta State Park (North Miami Beach). Venture together, glow sticks in hand, through a peaceful mangrove trail and into the calm waters of the Biscayne Bay, then arrive on shore for a bonfire and s’mores. $50 per person. https://oletariveroutdoors.com/full-moon-kayak-tours/

VIRGINIA KEY – OUTDOOR CENTER www.vkoc.net 3801 Rickenbacker Causeway Miami Fl. 33149 Monday to Friday 10:am to 7:00pm – Saturday and Sunday 8:00am to 7:00pm Diverse Tours – Sunset Kayak and Paddleboard Adventures (Starting $45) Coastal Photo Safari Paddle Adventures (Starting $65) Manatee Photo Safari – Kayak and Paddleboard (Starting $45)

SPORTS Ice Hockey at BB&T Center (Sunrise) Basketball at American Airlines (Downtown) 1Pather Parkway Sunrise Florida 33323 601 Biscayne Boulevard Miami Florida 33132 12/03 Monnesota vs Florida Panthers 12/06 Washington Wizards vs Miami Heat 12/07 Colums Blue Jackets vs Florida Panthers 12/08 Chicago Bulls vs Miami Heat 12/08 San Jose Sharks vs Florida Panthers 12/10 Atlanta Hawks vs Miami Heat 12/10 Tampa Bay Lightning vs Florida Panthers 12/13 Los Angeles Lakers vs Miami Heat 12/12 New York Islanders vs Florida Panthers 12/20 New York Knicks vs Miami Heat 12/14 Boston Bruins vs Florida Panthers 12/23 Utha Jazz vs Miami Heat 12/16 Ottawa Senators vs Florida Panthers 12/27 Indiana Pacers vs Miami Heat 12/20 Dallas Stars vs Florida Panthers 12/28 Philadelphia 76ERS vs Miami Heat 12/28 Detroit Red Wings vs Florida Panthers 12/29 Montreal Canadiens vs Florida Panthers American Football at 12/01 Eagles vs Dolphins 12/22 Bengals vs Dolphins

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

Saturday, 12/14 and 12/21, 7:30pm: FREE WALLCAST CONCERT: CONCERT FROM THE NEW WORLD at SoundScape, New World Symphony. Enjoy free classical concerts on a giant screen. Bring along a blanket and a picnic for a relaxed date night or outing with the family! Carlos Miguel Prieto, Musical America’s 2019 Conductor of the Year, makes his NWS debut with music of unabashed emotion and nostalgia. More information here: https://www.nws.edu/events-tickets/concerts/wallcast-concert-from-the-new-world/

Saturday, 12/14 to Tuesday, 12/31, 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, 12/1 to Tuesday 12/30, 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

Sunday, 12/1 – 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, 12/14 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

Saturday 12/14, 3:30pm-8:00pm: 47th ANNUAL WINTERFEST BOAT PARADE at Birch State Park. Some fantastic entries and surprises in the past have included a floating bus, the Galleria Mall reindeer barge, a fire truck. Tickets $30 Per person. www. winterfestparade.com

Friday, 12/20, 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

Select Dates in December: THE POLAR EXPRESS TRAIN RIDE in Fort Lauderdale. Brought to you in conjunction with Brightline, this magical experience runs on select dates. Find times and tickets at: www.ftlthepolarexpressride.com

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/