The weekend’s here and we thought we’d share with you a few amazing things that are going on that you don’t want to miss out on. Check them out!
1. Head to the official Stranger Things Store while you still can
If you haven’t yet visited the epic pop-up store based on Netflix’s smash sci-fi drama Stranger Things, then now’s the time to do so! Walk through Hawkins High, Starcourt Mall and even the Palace Arcade, all while shopping for an array of exclusive merch like rad tee-shirts, awesome posters, and nostalgic candy favorites. It leaves Miami on Feb. 26, so don’t miss your chance to go!
2. Attend Miami’s first après-ski party
Pilo’s Tequila Garden is bringing White Tiger Tavern, a champagne-spraying-fueled après ski party, to Wynwood every Sunday! French for “after ski,” après ski is the time people spend after hitting the slopes while drinking with friends. Miami may not have the mountains, but we sure know how to party. Read more here.
3. Score your way through Pixar Putt
The highly anticipated Pixar Putt has rolled into Las Olas Oceanside Park for a limited time and it’s made up of interactive holes inspired by the stories and characters from some of Pixar’s most iconic films! Play your way through familiar favorites like Toy Story, Monsters, Inc., and Soul. Click here to read more.
4. Marvel at light installations at this free Broward festival
The third-annual IGNITE Broward: Art and Light Festival continues to run through Jan. 29! It’s entirely free to attend, taking place in Fort Lauderdale and Dania Beach, and features 11 transporting installations and sculptures by eight different artists. Read all about it here!
5. Say hello to the Hello Kitty Cafe Truck this Saturday
The massively popular cafe on wheels arrives in Dolphin Mall on January 28! Hello Kitty fans flock to this adorable cafe truck selling mini cakes, cookies, and macarons, plus limited-edition Hello Kitty merch. Click here to learn more.
6. Check out Coral Gables’ best happy hours
If you’re looking for drink and food specials in the City Beautiful, then look no further! We rounded up the best happy hours in Coral Gables offering wine, beer, cocktail, margarita deals and bites that won’t break the bank. See our list here.
7. Head to Allapattah’s new distillery and bar
There’s a new cocktail bar and distillery in town… and it has all the tropical feels! Aptly named Tropical Distillers, the beautiful 8,000 square-foot venue has been totally transformed with an in-house cannery, as well as a 30-seat bar and tasting room decked out in pastel hues. Plus, there’s an outdoor deck with extra seating and food trucks. Learn more by clicking here!
8. Visit HistoryMiami and see its latest exhibit looking back on Willy Chirino’s five-decade career
Miami music legend Willy Chirino is celebrating 50 years in the music industry and to honor the milestone, HistoryMiami Museum is hosting an exhibit delving into his illustrious career. Learn all about it here, which will be free to all visitors on opening day, Jan. 27!
9. Catch Florida’s biggest horse race, with live performances
One of the premier thoroughbred horse racing events in the world, the 2023 Pegasus World Cup, returns to Gulfstream Park this Saturday, January 28. It’ll be an exciting day of world-class sport, hospitality and entertainment, with Kygo and OneRepublic taking the stage following the horse races and bites from Gekko, Papi Steak and Komodo served at the Carousel Club!
10. Get healthy eats at this plant-based food festival
In the midst of Veganuary, the Seed Food & Wine Festival is returning to Miami this entire weekend! The four-day plant-based extravaganza is rolling out the green carpet featuring a celebrity chef lineup including Bruny Rosado, Diego Tosoni, Jeff Branaand Josie Smith-Malave; their famous Burger Battle, the flagship Festival Day Tasting Village at Regatta Park; plus a bevy of exclusive dinners and brunches, workshops, panels, fitness events and more.