Welcome to your community calendar. It's your one-stop shop to finding out about events taking place around your community. We have everything to help you make the most of your free time, from festivals and fundraisers to music and museums.
Events are listed on a monthly basis. Most are free or low cost to the public.
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Every Thursday in 2017
Thursday Night Food Truck Round-Up
Rickenbacker Causeway - Across MAST Academy & Miami Marine Stadium
Key Biscayne
Time: 5 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Starting Thursday, Jan. 5, the Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces Department and Rickenbacker Causeway Park Operations will premiere the new "Thursday Night Food Truck Round-Up."
Guests will enjoy a wide variety of culinary treats served up by popular gourmet food truck vendors, along with picturesque views of Biscayne Bay.
Note: The event will be held every Thursday (weather permitting)
Cost: Varies per food truck vendor
For more information, contact Moty Mordechay Goldman at info@motysgrill.com or 786-287-6688.
Every Friday in 2017
Friday Farmer's Market at Haulover Beach Park
Bill Bird Marina
10800 Collins Avenue
Miami
Time: 2 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Starting Friday, Jan. 6, visitors can enjoy the fun of healthy living at this family-style event, featuring fresh locally grown produce for purchase, a live DJ pop-up dance party, a bounce house for the kids, and more.
Cost: Free parking will be provided at the marina. Vendor food costs vary
For more information, call Liza Hernandez at 786-459-0787. For directions to Haulover Beach Park, call 305-947-3525.
Every Wednesday in July
Nights at the Observatory
Buehler Observatory
Broward College A. Hugh Adams Central Campus
3501 S.W. Davie Road
Davie, FL
Time: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
The community is welcome to explore the wonders in the sky through the lens of powerful telescopes at the Buehler Observatory. Let Susan Barnett, Buehler Planetarium and Observatory director, and other experts guide you in locating the moon, stars and nebulae (weather permitting).
Cost: Free and open to the public
For more information, visit the website or call 954-201-6681.
Now – Aug. 21
Summer Bridge Program Enrollment
Broward College North Campus Early Childhood LAB School, Building 63
1000 Coconut Creek Boulevard
Coconut Creek, FL
Registration is now open for the new Summer Bridge Program at the Broward College Early Childhood LAB School. The program, geared to children 4-8, explores STEAM (Science, Technology, Art, & Match) through engaging hands on activities.
Cost: Pay per week or by session
To reserve a space, call 954-201-2440 or visit www.broward.edu/labschool.
Tuesday, Jul. 4
Freedom Festival
Miccosukee Resort & Gaming
500 SW 177 Avenue
Miami
Time: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Miccosukee Resort & Gaming is hosting its annual Freedom Festival. The whole family can enjoy carnival rides, water slides, airboat rides and alligator wrestling shows.
Cost: Free
For more information, call 1-877-242-6464 or visit Miccosukee.com.
Tuesday, Jul. 4
Independence Day Celebration and Fireworks Spectacular
Black Point Park & Marina
24775 SW 87 Avenue
Cutler Bay, FL
Time: All Day – Fireworks show @ 9 p.m.
Black Point Park and Marina is celebrating America's birthday with day-long activities, recreation by the sea and a spectacular fireworks show at night. Visitors can enjoy the park’s scenic bikeways, green spaces for picnicking and jogging trails. The fireworks start at 9 p.m.
Cost: Free (excluding marina)
For more information, contact Mary Palacios at 305-755-7848 or mary.palacios@miamidade.gov.
Tuesday, Jul. 4
22nd Annual Independence Day & Cultural Festival
Amelia Earhart Park
401 East 65th Street, Shelter #1
Hialeah, FL 33013
Time: 12 noon – 8 p.m.
The whole family can enjoy a diverse assortment of food, music and activities at this event.
Cost: Free
Tuesday, Jul. 4
Hollywood Beach
Hollywood
Time: 9 p.m. (arrive early)
You're invited to the star-spangled spectacular celebration at Hollywood Beach. There will be live music and family-friendly activities all day with an offshore fireworks display at 9 p-m.
Cost: Free
For more information visit Hollywood.org. You will find the entertainment schedule, parking and shuttle information.
Friday, Jul. 7 & Saturday, Jul. 8
2017 NPC Southern States Championships
War Memorial Auditorium
800 NE 8th Street
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Time: Showtime 6 p.m. each night
This two-day event claims to be one of the top events in the bodybuilding and fitness community. Spectators can enjoy the numerous competitions and special guest posers, including the 2017 Wheelchair National Champion.
Cost: $25 General Admission. Free parking.
Saturday, Jul. 8
Miss African Roots USA Cultural Pageant Competition
Betty T. Ferguson Recreational Complex
3000 NW 199 Street
Miami Gardens, FL 33056
Time: 7 p.m.
Cost: $20 Advance ticket purchase, $25 At the door, $50 V.I.P.
For more information contact missafricanroots@gmail.com or 786-489-4313
Tuesday, Jul. 18
National Career Fairs Hiring Event
Miami Airport Marriott
1201 NW LeJeune Road
Miami, FL 33126
Time: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
The Miami Career Fair will feature hundreds of interview and job opportunities as well as a chance to meet employers face-to-face.
Cost: Free
For more information, visit nationalcareerfairs.com or call 877-561-5627.
Thursday, Jul. 20
5th Annual Kids Get Hip & Fit Fair
Miami Beach Police Athletic League Baseball Field
999 11th Street
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Time: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
This event will feature fitness activities with professional athletes, group fitness demonstration and family games.
Cost: Free
For more information, call 305-639-0142 or visit seekedu.org.
Saturday, Jul. 22- Tuesday, Jul. 25
SWIMSHOW
Miami Beach Convention Center
1901 Convention Center Drive
Miami Beach, FL 33139
Halls A & B
Time: Saturday, Jul. 22 – Monday, Jul. 24: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Tuesday, Jul. 25: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
The 4-day annual event will showcase a dynamic array of swimwear, beachwear, resort wear, and accessories collections from emerging young talent and world-renowned contemporary and designer brands.
For more information visit swimshow.com.
Saturday, Jul. 29
Back to School Event
Suned High School
2360 West Oakland Park Blvd.
Oakland Park, FL 33311
Time: 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
This event is a backpack and school supplies giveaway. It will also feature face painting, food trucks, haircuts and games.
Cost: Free
For more information call 954-618-3939