Miami Events - November 2012

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November 2012

DOLPHINS CYCLING CHALLENGE
Nov. 3-4
www.rideDCC.com
Two-day (30-170 mile), tri-county Florida charity cycling event to benefit Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center. The event includes six different routes that cater to all individual skill levels, even kids.

RED BULL FLUGTAG
Nov. 3
Where: Bayfront Park, 301 N. Biscayne Blvd., Miami
www.redbullflugtagusa.com
Brings self-accredited pilots to Bayfront Park to launch their team-powered flying machines off a 30-foot ramp into the waters below. Open to the public.

SOUTH MIAMI ART FESTIVAL
Nov. 3-4
Where: Sunset Drive between U.S. 1 and Red Road
www.chambersouth.com
Celebrating its 41st year on the quaint streets of downtown South Miami, this juried fine art show features nationally recognized artists and is open to the public.

WINGS OVER HOMESTEAD AIR SHOW
Nov. 3-4
Where: Homestead Air Reserve Base
www.wingsoverhomestead.com
Free family event complete with food and beverage options will feature the roar of the United States Air Force Thunderbirds’ F-16 demonstration team tearing through the skies.

BURGERLISCIOUS
Nov. 8
Where: Fred B. Harnett Ponce Circle Park in Coral Gables
www.burgerliscious.com
From 6-10 p.m., enjoy various styles of gourmet burgers from more than 20 restaurants, all competing for the top prize. Plenty of live music, too.

LUCKY YOU! 5
Nov. 9
Where: Bakehouse Art Complex, 561 NW 32nd St., Miami
www.bacfl.org
The annual art raffle/fundraiser features work on display in the main Audrey Love Gallery by more than 70 local artists and it’s all up for grabs.

TASTE OF PERU
Nov. 9-11
Where: Miami Airport Convention Center
www.TasteofPeruUSA.com
Third annual event features Chef and Pisco competitions, cooking demonstrations, live music, fashion show, Peruvian art and photo exhibition and live Peruvian Paso Horse Shows.

MIAMI INTERNATIONAL DRAGON BOAT FESTIVAL
Nov. 10
Where: Miami Marine Stadium, 3505 Rickenbacker Cswy., Virginia Key
www.miamidragon.com
Get a taste of Asian culture while watching competitive races in Hong Kong-style Dragon Boats. Admission is free.

SOUTH FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW
Nov. 9-18
Where: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Dr., Miami Beach
www.sfliautoshow.com
Showcases more than 1,000 new car, truck, van and SUV models from more than 40 of the world’s leading manufacturers, as well as a new convertible cars exhibit.

MIAMI BOOK FAIR INTERNATIONAL
Nov. 11-18
Where: Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus
www.miamibookfair.com
The 29th edition features readings and talks with top authors and the popular Street Fair on Nov. 16-18 where more than 250 publishers and booksellers exhibit and sell books.

MIAMI JAZZ FEST
Nov. 17-18
Where: Klipsch Amphitheater at Bayfront Park
miamijazzfest.com
First annual event will feature a Brazilian jazz themed night as well as a more traditional, old school jazz night.

WHITE PARTY WEEK
Nov. 21-26
Where: Nightclubs and bars throughout Miami Beach
whiteparty.org
The 28th annual event raises money for AIDS service organization Care Resource by hosting lavishly themed dance parties at clubs such as Score, Dream, Space and The Palace. The Albion Hotel (1650 James Ave., Miami Beach) is the event headquarters.

MIAMI SHORT FILM FESTIVAL
Nov. 26-Dec. 1
Where: Theaters throughout Miami and Miami Beach
The 11th annual collection of short films from Miami and around the world will call Coconut Grove its home with a majority of events scheduled at Paragon 13 theatre.
Web: www.miamishortfilmfestival.com/

Bayfront Park was the site for the 2010 edition of Red Bull Flugtag, with plenty of flying machines taking to the water. Photo: Tomas Loewy