From concerts to fairs to festivals, South Florida has numerous events that will keep you entertained and enjoying the gorgeous weather all season long! Here are just some of the things that you don’t want to miss.
December/January:
Finding Neverland
Based on the Academy Award-winning film of the same name and directed by visionary Tony winner Diane Paulus, this innovative new musical is packed with mesmerizing visuals, enchanting adventures and plenty of laughs.
For tickets and more information, visit arshtcenter.org/tickets or Kravis.org.
When & Where: December 26-31, Adrienne Arsht Center (Miami); January 2-7, Kravis Center (WPB)
Jim Gaffigan: Noble Ape Tour
He is the Grammy-nominated comedian, New York Times best-selling author, top touring performer and multi-platinum-selling father of five that just wrapped the first season of his show The Jim Gaffigan Show. His stories about fatherhood, being lazy and his passion for food will keep you laughing long after you get home.
For tickets and more information, visit thebbtcenter.com.
When & Where: December 29, BB&T Center
Riverdance
A celebration of Irish music, song and dance, the show focuses on the evolution of Irish dance and its similarities with, and influences on, other cultures.
For tickets and more information, visit fortlauderdale.broadway.com.
When & Where: January 5-7, Broward Center for The Performing Arts
A Gentlemen’s Guide To Love & Murder
Getting away with murder can be so much fun… and there’s no better proof than the knock-‘em-dead hit show that’s earned unanimous raves and won the 2014 Tony Award for Best Musical. This is the uproarious story of Monty Navarro, a distant heir to a family fortune who sets out to jump the line of succession, by any means necessary. All the while, he’s got to juggle his mistress (she’s after more than just love), his fiancée (she’s his cousin but who’s keeping track?), and the constant threat of landing behind bars! Of course, it will all be worth it if he can slay his way to his inheritance…and be done in time for tea.
For tickets and more information, visit fortlauderdale.broadway.com.
When & Where: January 9-21, Broward Center for The Performing Arts
Chinese Lantern Festival
Enjoy Handcrafted lanterns, live kung fu coaching and performances, Chinese folk artists, shadow puppetry, Asian cuisine, dinosaur rides and more.
For tickets and more information, visit chineselanternfestival.com.
When & Where: Runs until January 15, Central Broward Regional Park
Shakira: El Dorado World Tour
Get ready to shake those hips when this twelve-time Grammy Award-winner takes the stage.
For tickets and more information, visit thebbtcenter.com.
When & Where: January 11, BB&T Center
“Night Of Stars” Broadway Celebration
The Kravis Center continues its long tradition of bringing legendary, award-winning artists to the stage with this dazzling, star-studded event. Enjoy an evening of exhilarating entertainment and surprises featuring Angela Lansbury, Brian Stokes Mitchell, Chita Riveria and many more!
For tickets and more information, visit Kravis.org.
When & Where: January 12, Kravis Center (WPB)
South Florida Fair Presents Magical Parades
The Fair will feature 17 days of themed parades, including the Fair’s two signature Bike Nite parades. Each day, the Fair will highlight a famous parade from around the world, with authentic music, colorful costumes and beautifully decorated Mardi Gras floats, which will also be on display in the “Magical Parades” exhibition. Float riders will delight Fair guests as they toss beads into the crowds!
For tickets and more information, visit southfloridafair.com.
When & Where: January 12-28, South Florida Fairgrounds (West Palm Beach)
February/March:
Cabaret
Welcome to the infamous Kit Kat Klub, where the Emcee, Sally Bowles and a raucous ensemble take the stage nightly to tantalize the crowd – and to leave their troubles outside. But as life in pre-WWII Germany grows more and more uncertain, will the decadent allure of Berlin nightlife be enough to get them through their dangerous times? Come hear some of the most memorable songs in theatre history, including “Cabaret,” “Willkommen” and “Maybe This Time.” Leave your troubles outside – life is beautiful at CABARET!
For tickets and more information, visit Kravis.org.
When & Where: February 6-11, Kravis Center (WPB)
Wicked
The untold musical story of the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good.
For tickets and more information, visit fortlauderdale.broadway.com.
When & Where: February 14- March 4, Broward Center for The Performing Arts
Dancing With the Stars: Live! – Light Up The Night Tour
America’s favorite dance show is going back on tour across America, giving fans of the show the opportunity to see the best ballroom dancers in the business perform live.
For tickets and more information, visit seminolehardrockhollywood.com.
When & Where: February 15, Seminole Hard Rock Casino
The Food Network & Cooking Channel’s South Beach Food & Wine Festival
Hosted by Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits and Florida International University (FIU), the Festival benefits FIU’s Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management and the Southern Wine & Spirits Beverage Management Center. The Festival now attracts more than 65,000 guests annually to its 85+ events throughout the five-day weekend.
For tickets and more information, visit their website at: sobewff.org.
When & Where: February 21-25, Various Locations
The Color Purple
“The Color Purple” is the 2016 Tony Award winner for Best Musical Revival about a young woman’s journey to love and triumph in the American South featuring a soul-raising score of jazz, gospel, ragtime and blues.
For tickets and more information, visit arshtcenter.org/tickets.
When & Where: February 27-March 4, Adrienne Arsht Center (Miami)
Winter Party Festival 2018
The Winter Party Festival in Miami Beach is an iconic six-day festival celebrating the LGBTQ community as they party on the sands of South Beach. Guests are invited to premier live music and DJ events, the scandalous Under One Sun pool party and art and cultural events including “ArtScape,” showcasing acclaimed LGBTQ artists with proceeds benefitting the National LGBTQ Task Force.
For tickets and more information, visit winterparty.com.
When & Where: February 28 – March 6, Various locations throughout Miami Beach
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