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Miami Events, Holidays and Festivals - November 2014
What's hot: Bed Races, Marvel Universe, Phantom of the Opera NASCAR racing...
Top Miami Events for November 2014
What's hot: Bed Races, NASCAR races, Phantom of the Opera, Marvel Universe, the Dolphins, the Panthers and the Heat... !
With the cooler weather approaching and hurricane season behind us, November is a great time to head outdoors. Beaches are still balmy but the scorching days are over.
Migrating birds are making their way back and manatees will be looking for the warmer waters, our National Parks will be teeming with wildlife soon.
Miami in November celebrates several exciting festivals and holidays: the Coconut Grove Bed Races, the Miami Book Fair and a weekend of NASCAR racing.
And the entertainment circuit is busy with Marvel Heroes, Susan Boyle and a Broadway classic, the Phantom of the Opera.
In sports, the Dolphins, the Panthers and the Heat are well underway in their regular seasons.
Thanksgiving is upon us and it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas! From tree lightings to enchanted forests, the holidays are here!
This Month's Signature South Florida Events and Festivals:
- Coconut Grove Bed Races - November 8, 2014
- NASCAR Ford Championship Weekend - November 14-16, 2014
- Miami Book Fair International - November 16-23, 2014
The concert and entertainment scene in November 2014 features:
- Susan Boyle in Concert - November 3, 2014
- The Phantom of the Opera - November 19 - 30, 2014
- Marvel Universe LIVE! - November 21 - 30, 2014
- Dave Coz - November 30, 2014
Holidays in November
- Veterans Day - Tuesday, November 11, 2014 a Public Holiday
- Thanksgiving Day - Thursday, November 27, 2014, Thanksgiving Day is a public holiday, but also the "unofficial" start to the Holiday shopping season. Some stores and malls will be opening on Thanksgiving Day, ahead of highly anticipated "Black Friday", THE shopping day of the year. If you don't like crowds, stay away from shopping malls these days!
Specially for Kids and Families
- Santa's Enchanted Forest - October 30, 2014 - early January 2015
- A Night of Lasers, Stars and Pop at the Miami Science Museum - November 7, 2014
- Perez Art Museum Miami FREE Second Saturdays - November 8, 2014
- Christmas Tree Lighting and Food Truck Invasion at Bayfront Park - November 28, 2014
- Marvel Universe LIVE! - November 21 - 30, 2014
In the Sports Calendar:
- Miami Dolphins Football Schedule - November 2014 Home Games and Tickets
- Miami Heat Basketbal Schedule - November 2014 Home Games and Tickets
- Florida Panthers Hockey Schedule - November 2014 Home Games and Tickets
And for the Art and Design Lovers, some ongoing events
- Perez Art Museum Miami FREE Second Saturdays - November 8, 2014
- Wynwood Second Saturdays - November 8, 2014
Limited Time hot offers and half-price tickets
Coming Soon: Hot Tickets Now On Sale
The Man of The Woods Tour
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November 23-24, 2018
An American Musical
and Broadway Sensation
Dec 18, 2018 - Jan 20, 2019
Coconut Grove Bed Races - Saturday November 8, 2014
The Great Grove Bed Race © is a hysterically fun 30 year-old tradition, what is it you wonder? Like the name says, it's bed races, teams of five competing at breakneck speed through the streets of Coconut Grove on their very own home-made beds.
And there's tons of fun to be had besides the races, family pajama parties, a pit row parade, and the Awards at the end of the day.
When? Saturday November 8, 2014 Races start at 1:00 pm
Where? Bayshore Drive, Coconut Grove Village
How Much? Adults $5 (proceeds are donated to charity) Kids Under 12 Free
More Info and events schedule: www.thegreatgrovebedrace.com
NASCAR Ford Championship Weekend - November 14-16, 2014
A must weekend for NASCAR afficionados, featuring three season ending championship finales in the sport's top three national series:
- Camping World Truck Series
- Nationwide Series
- Sprint Cup Series
And it's all happening here in South Florida at the Homestead Miami Speedway.
When?: Friday through Sunday November 14-16, 2014
Where?: Homestead-Miami Speedway, 1 Speedway Boulevard, Homestead, FL 33035
How Much?: Single Day Tickets $35 - $140, Two and Three-Day Packages also available.
Miami Book Fair International - November 16-23, 2014
The Miami Book Fair International produced by the Center for Literature and Theatre at Miami Dade College is one of the nation's finest literary gatherings. It is 8 days of book parties, readings, street fairs and the highlight "Festival of Authors", which with over 350 participating renowned names in the literary world, who knows who you will run into this year?
But it's more than reading and books, lots of activities are planned also for kids including arts-and-crafts and theater events.
When? The Street Fair is Friday through Sunday November 21-23, 2014. Many events are held throughout the week.
Where? Miami Book Fair International * Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus, 300 NE Second Ave., Miami, FL 33132
How Much? Tickets are needed for the Street Fair and the "Evenings With..." series author presentations.
Tickets for the Street Fair:
Friday, November 22 - FREE
Saturday and Sunday, November 23 and 24: $8, children (13-18) $5, seniors +62 $5
More Info, tickets, confirmed authors and schedule of events: www.miamibookfair.com
Susan Boyle in Concert - November 3, 2014
Susan Boyle was instantly famous for her bravura performance on Britain's Got Talent, since then has gone on to perform for the Queen, the Pope, and thousands of fans around the world. And now, for one night only, she is coming to South Florida to the Broward Center's Au-Rene Theater where she will be joined by the Florida Singing Sons Boychoir and the Girl Choir of South Florida on her first headlining tour in the U.S.
When? Monday November 3, 2014 - 7:30 p.m.
Where? Au Rene Theater at the Broward Center For The Performing Arts, Fort Lauderdale
How Much? $65+ $32.50 Find Half-Off Tickets at Goldstar, you must be a member, but membership is free, just sign up, it's worth the savings!
Dave Coz in Concert - November 30, 2014
When? Sunday November 30, 2014 - 8:00 p.m.
Where? Kravis Center - Dreyfoos Concert Hall, West Palm Beach, Florida
How Much? $35+
The Phantom of the Opera - the Musical
November 19 - 30, 2014
When? November 19 - 30, 2014
Where? Au Rene Theater at the Broward Center For The Performing Arts, Fort Lauderdale
How Much? $59+
Marvel Universe LIVE! - November 21 - 30, 2014
Two South Florida locations:
When? November 21 - 23, 2014
Where? BB&T Center (Formerly BankAtlantic Center), Sunrise, Florida
How Much? $50+ Find Marvel Universe Live! Tickets at the BB&T
When? November 28 - 30, 2014
Where? American Airlines Arena
How Much? $50+ Find Marvel Universe Live! Tickets at AA Arena
Veterans Day - a Public Holiday - November 11, 2014
This is a public holiday observed every year on November 11 to honor all those men and women who have served in the armed forces.
This is different from Memorial Day, celebrated in May, which honors those who have died while serving the country.
Federal government offices and schools are closed on Veterans Day.
- Government Offices
- Schools
- Post Offices
- Banks
- Public Libraries
- Shopping centers and malls
- Grocery Stores
- Restaurants
- Federal, State, Regional Parks
- Public Transportation
Thanks....to all our Veterans
Thanksgiving Day - November 27, 2014
Thanksgiving Day is a public holiday observed every year on the fourth Thursday in November.
This holiday has its roots in the early pilgrim days as a celebration to the end of a fruitful harvest season.
For many americans it means time with family, turkey and mashed potatoes, a weekend of football, and more recently, the shopping.
A big part of Thanksgiving Weekend is now the sales in what has now become the largest shopping weekend of the year, which includes "Black Friday" or the Friday after Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday, the Monday after.
More recently, some malls and stores are beginning to open on Thanksgiving Day, now dubbed "Gray Thursday", but many still remain closed, so check before you head out, and needless to say, if you don't like crowds, avoid the stores on these days.
Here's a comprehensive list of opening hours accross South Florida for major store chains and shopping centers: Sun Sentinel Black Friday Guide 2014
As in all public holidays, government offices, schools, post offices, banks and public libraries will close on Thanksgiving Day. Many restaurants remain open and offer special dinners to celebrate the Holiday.
Santa's Echanted Forest - October 30, 2014 to early January 2015
The largest Christmas-Themed Amusement Park and Carnival is back on its 26th year with its 3 million lights, 92" christmas tree, and the carnival rides for little ones and those wanting a little more extreme.
Located in the heart of Miami in Tropical Park, you will no doubt see the lights from the highway as you drive past.
It is a huge sprawling lively event, just coming to see the lights is worth the trip. Tons of entertainment for kids and families round it all up. There are the many live shows, games, magic acts, mazes, all sorts of rides, from carrousels to roller coasters and drop towers and of course, the carnival food!
When? October 30, 2014 to early January 2015 - 5:00pm to Midnight
Where? Tropical Park, on the Palmetto (SR826) and Bird Road (40th Street) 7900 SW 40th Street, Miami, FL 33155
How Much? Adults (10-64) $29.91, Children (3-9) $20.56, Seniors (65+) $20.56 Season and express passes available.
More Info: Santa's Enchanted Forest
Christmas Tree Lighting and Food Truck Invasion at Bayfront Park - November 28, 2014
The official kick off to the holiday season in downtown Miami takes place the day after Thanksgiving as Bayfront Park unveils its 50-foot tree covered with glittering lights.
The countdown to the tree lighting is accompanied by cheery holiday music and Miami's legendary food trucks! So come and take a break from the shopping and enjoy the spirit of the holidays.
When? November 28, 2014, Food trucks and holiday music 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm, tree lighting at 7:00 pm
Where? Bayfront Park 301 N. Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33132
Where to Park?: There is limited, paid parking at Bayfront Park. You can also park at Bayside Marketplace nextdoor or take the Metrorail to the Government Center Station then transfer to the Metromover Inner Loop to Bayfront Park.
How Much? FREE!
More info: Directions and Parking
A Night of Lasers, Stars and Pop: Fabulous First Fridays at the Miami Science Museum - November 7, 2014
On the First Friday of each month, the Miami Science Museum Planetarium opens up for a great night of family fun. The program includes:
- 7:00 pm - A free Planetarium Star Show
- 8:00 pm 10:00 pm - Rooftop Observatory Session (depending on weather), check out the four moons of Jupiter, the Rings of Saturn, nebulas, double stars...
- 8:00 pm 9:00 pm - Activity Room for the little ones 3 and up including hands-on activities
- 8:00 pm - Midnight - The Planetarium's signature production, Music-Filled Laser Shows, at the 4-story surround sound dome. Several shows per night.
When? November 7, 2014
Where? Miami Science Museum Planetarium
How Much? Laser Show - Adults $8 Children $4 (includes laser glasses)
More Info: Miami Science Museum Events
Miami Dolphins Football Home Game Schedule November 2014
When? Home game schedule below
Where? Sun Life Stadium (Formerly Dolphin Stadium) Miami Gardens, Florida
How Much? $21+
Miami Heat Basketball Schedule
November 2014 Home Games and Tickets
Night in and night out, this is electrifying, winning basketball with Dwayne Wayde, Chris Bosh, Ray Allen... never a dull moment! The AmericanAirlines Arena is where awesome happens...
Come catch a game, check out this amazing team in yet another quest for that coveted championship ring.
When? Home game schedule below
Where? American Airlines Arena
How Much? Varies
Florida Panthers Hockey Schedule - November 2014 Home Games and Tickets
Panthers are pouncing and with ticket prices as low as $4, what a better chance to see first-class teams battle it out on the ice!
When? See home game schedule for this month below
Where? BB&T Center, Sunrise
Wynwood Second Saturday - November 8, 2014
Like its counterpart at the Miami Design District, Wynwood is an emerging neighborhood in a decaying part of town that has been revitalized and is transforming the art scene in Miami, but this is where the likeness stops.
Wynwood is best known for its street art and splashy murals and over 70 galleries and counting.
On Second Saturdays, the place is on overdrive, crowds come to enjoy their art and their food trucks. A must for street art lovers, but if you are not into crowds, definitely not for you.
When? Saturday November 8, 2014 - 6:00pm to 11:00 pm
Where? Roughly between Biscayne Boulevard and I-95 and NW 36th Street and NW 20th Street. CAUTION: The area surrounding the Wynwood District is a very doubtful neighborhood, please exercise caution when getting here and back.
How Much? FREE
More info and Map: www.wynwoodmiami.com
Perez Museum of Art FREE Second Saturdays
November 8, 2014
This is a monthly program for the newly-opened Perez Art Museum Miami PAMM, in its beautiful location on Biscayne Bay.
PAMM Free Second Saturdays is a family-friendly program featuring hands-on activities for kids, guided tours of the museum's exhibits, and occasional guest artists and performers.
Families can create art and enjoy the Museum's exhibitions for FREE each second Saturday of the month. Second Saturdays emphasizes families making art together.
When? November 8, 2014 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Where? PAMM, 1103 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL 33132
How Much?: FREE!
More Info: www.pamm.org/free-second-saturdays.
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