The Weekend Guide: 5/15-5/17
After a long, strenuous working week, make sure to have some fun during this event-filled weekend coming up! Redland International Orchid Show The luscious and colorful landscaped Fruit and Spice Park is hosting one of the largest annual orchid shows in the country, featuring 50 booths of orchid vendors, educational exhibits, raffles, and international food. Date: May 15-17, 2015 Time: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Location: Fruit and Spice Park at 24801 S.W. 187th Avenue, Homestead, FL 33031 Price: $10 per person Vonda Shepard: Music Show Vonda Shepard is best known for her TV role in the hit show, Ally McBeal. Shepard will hit the main stage performing her latest music in a jazzy speakeasy setting. Date: May 16, 2015 Time: 8 p.m. Location: South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center at 10950 SW 211th St, Miami, FL 33189 Price: $35, $60 VIP Tickets sold at: https://tickets-smdcac.miamidade.gov/TheatreManager/1/login&performance=1273 Tip: Appropriate ages for 7 and up Cuban Nostalgia This will be the 17th edition of Cuba Nostalgia as one of the biggest and best Cuban events. Cuban art is huge and the event has dedicated an entire building to more than thirty artists and galleries. Of course, Cuban food will be served, such as croquetas and Cuban dulces, and they are even offering more varieties. Come dance on over as they encourage the classics of the conga and rumba. Date: May 15-17, 2015 Time: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday Location: Miami-Dade County Fair-Expo Center at 10901 SW 24th St. Miami, FL Price: $12 for adults, $6 for children Tickets sold at: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/cuba-nostalgia-17th-annual-event-tickets-16111504945 Cuban Nostalgia Hosts: Guayabera Run/Walk During this three-day event, the 1st annual 5k Guayabera Run and Walk will take place. As the first heritage-themed 5k of its kind in South Florida, this run is a parody on the life of a Cuban leaving for Miami. This fun-themed party run will bring Cubans and friends in unity. Date: May 15, 2015 Time: 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Price: $45 Tickets sold at: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-guayabera-5k-runwalk-registration16112717572 Tip: This ticket is a regular pass for the run and includes a complimentary entrance for the participants and one other person to Cuba Nostalgia for either May 16 or May 17 Florida Grand Opera: The Consul This suspenseful opera involves a dedicated wife that collides with the police while trying to obtain an exiting visa for her family. The play includes love, hope, and redemption: a full packed drama that ran on Broadway for eight months! Date: May 15-16, 2015 Time: 8 p.m. Location: Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts at 1300 Biscayne Blvd. Miami, FL 33132 Price: Range $135-$12 (depending on the preference seating) Tickets sold at: http://tickets.fgo.org/Tickets/EventDetails.aspx?id=1221 or ticket office (800) 741-1010 Tip: Children must be at least six years old to attend Ciara Why not ‘1, 2 step’ on over to the Grammy winning award singer’s concert? Date: May 15, 2015 Time: 8:30 p.m. Location: The Fillmore Miami Beach at Jackie Gleason Theater at 1700 Washing Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139 Price: Range $95-$40 (depending on the preference) 2015 Burger Beast Burger Brawl This second annual mouth-watering event will provide samples from 20 different burger joints with snacks, desserts and drinks. Date: May 15, 2015 Time: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Location: Indoors at Stage 305 in Magic City Casino at 450 NW 37th Ave, Miami, FL 33125 Price: $50 all inclusive ($35 during presale) Tickets sold at: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/2015-burger-beast-burger-brawl-tickets-15721932724?aff=es2 Tip: Must be 21 years or older Wine by the Bay Presents Wines from Southern Italy This delicious wine tasting is providing over 2,500 red and white grape varietals. It is a great way for new beginners and expert winos to learn more about the flavorful wines of Southern Italy. Date: May 15, 2015 Time: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Location: Marina Blue at 888 Biscayne Blvd. Suite 112, Miami, FL 33132 Price: $25 Tickets sold at: https://www.localwineevents.com/tickets/i_want/586681/wine-by-the-bay-presents-wines-from-southern-italy Tip: RSVP required