December 20, 2012
THURSDAYHeadliners
| 5:00 pm- 12:00 am | Santa's Enchanted Forest. Tropical Park becomes a Christmas fantasy-land every year during the holiday season. Over 3 million lights will magically light… Tropical Park. (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party). 305-559-9689 |
| 7:30 pm | Miami City Ballet: The Nutcracker.  Miami City Ballet's spectacular annual performance of George Balanchine's 'The Nutcracker'. Come through the snow to a magical p… Ziff Ballet Opera House. (Performance - Ballet). 305-949-6722 |
Festivals
| 5:00 pm- 12:00 am | Santa's Enchanted Forest. Tropical Park becomes a Christmas fantasy-land every year during the holiday season. Over 3 million lights will magically light… Tropical Park. (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party). 305-559-9689 |
| 7:00 pm | Magical Snowfall at Dolphin Mall. Magical wands will be distributed every night to children under 12 years of age - sign up to receive the Dolphin Mall e-bulletin… Dolphin Mall. (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party). 305-DOL-PHIN |
The Arts
| 10:00 am | Three Sisters: A Play by Anton Chekhov. A startling family drama commissioned by the Moscow Art Theatre in 1889 launches Miami Theater Center in 2012. Experience an int… Miami Theatre Center. (Performance - Theater). 305-751-9550 |
| 7:30 pm | Shear Madness. A comedy whodunit production where the audience gets to catch the killer. Broward Center Amaturo Theatre. (Performance - Interactive Theater). 954-462-0222 |
| 7:30 pm | Miami City Ballet: The Nutcracker. Miami City Ballet's spectacular annual performance of George Balanchine's 'The Nutcracker'. Come through the snow to a magical p… Ziff Ballet Opera House. (Performance - Ballet). 305-949-6722 |
| 8:00 pm | Sister Act. Based on the smash-hit film, a singer witnesses a mob crime, the police hide her as a nun in a traditional convent where she has… Broward Center Au-Rene Theater. (Performance - Musical). 954-462-0222 |
| Jazz Memories. Works by Herman Leonard features photos of jazz greats such as Ella Fitzgerald, Duke Ellington, Frank Sinatra, Billie Holiday, C… Barbara Gillman Gallery. (Arts - Photography Exhibit). 305-538-5895 |
Retail Events
| 7:00 pm- 9:00 pm | Free Makeover Events with Mary Kay. Join us for free Mary Kay Makeovers! Prizes, products and pink Cadillacs. FREE when you say you're with "Adrienne Denaro." Event… Miami Metro Area. (Retail - Retail Event). 305-479-8266 |
Business
| 12:15 pm | Rotary Club of Miami Meeting. Miami-Dade's oldest service organization's meetings feature a weekly speaker. Hard Rock Cafe. (Business - Networking). 305-443-5787 |
Community
| 8:30 am | Miami Boat Tour. Adventure sightseeing boat tour on Miami's Biscayne Bay covering more than 40 miles in 2 hours visiting historic and legendary s… Ocean Force Adventures. (Educational - Boat Tour). 305-372-3388 |
| 9:30 am- 5:00 pm | Art Deco District Audio Tour. Walk through Miami Beach's Art Deco District at your own pace, and learn about its architectural history using our iPod-based se… Art Deco Welcome Center. (Educational - Walking Tour). 305-531-3484 |
| 9:30 am | Swim with the Dolphins. Each morning at Dolphin Cove, the Seaquarium holds swim with the dolphins programs. 52" height requirement. Reservations require… Miami Seaquarium. (Educational - Science & Nature). 305-365-2501 |
| 11:00 am | Thriller Miami. Cruise Biscayne Bay Miami Vice Style in a customized built Hi Speed Catamaran. Skim the waters of Biscayne Bay to view the Mega… Bayside Marketplace. (Educational - Boat Tour). 305-445-8456 |
| 12:30 pm | Natural Areas Tour. A 1.5 mile guided tour takes you through the Deering Estate's hardwood hammock, Cutler Creek, and Tequesta Burial Mound. Tours… The Deering Estate. (Educational - Walking Tour). 305-235-1668 |
| 2:00 pm | Thriller Miami. Cruise Biscayne Bay Miami Vice Style in a customized built Hi Speed Catamaran. Skim the waters of Biscayne Bay to view the Mega… Bayside Marketplace. (Educational - Boat Tour). 305-445-8456 |
| 5:00 pm | Thriller Miami. Cruise Biscayne Bay Miami Vice Style in a customized built Hi Speed Catamaran. Skim the waters of Biscayne Bay to view the Mega… Bayside Marketplace. (Educational - Boat Tour). 305-445-8456 |
| 6:30 pm | Art Deco District Walking Tour. This 90-minnute walking tour provides an introduction to the Art Deco, Mediterranean Revival, and Miami Modern (MiMo) styles fou… Art Deco Welcome Center. (Educational - Walking Tour). 305-531-3484 |
| 7:30 pm | Antique/Classic Car Club. Meeting the third Thursday of each month. If you wish to order dinner be there by 6pm. Tony Roma's. (Community - Car Club Meeting). 305-274-6266 |
| 7:30 pm- 8:30 pm | You Deserve Great Things. This 1-hour workshop for manifesting the life you want through understanding the laws of spiritual energy and attraction. It is… Kabbalah Centre. (Community - Lecture). 305-692-9223 |
| Miami Duck Tours. Enjoy a 90-minute fully narrated tour of Miami via land & sea on Miami's only amphibious vehicle. Travel through downtown Miami… Miami Duck Tours. (Educational - Boat Tour). 877-DUCK-TIX | |
| Sightseeing Boat Tours. Bay Ex-Cape sightseeing boat tours departing daily from Bayside Marketplace open to the public, groups and private tours. Bi-lin… Bayside Marketplace. (Educational - Boat Tour). 305-445-8456 | |
| El Loro. El Loro is Miami's one and only Pirate Boat Sightseeing Experience. Cruise aboard this magnificent replica of an old Spanish Gal… Bayside Marketplace. (Educational - Boat Tour). 305-860-8854 |
Miscellaneous
| 9:30 am- 6:00 pm | Marine Animal Shows. Watch as beautiful Dolphins thrill you with jumps, flips, and tail walks while powerful Killer Whales delight you with their bea… Miami Seaquarium. (Miscellaneous). 305-361-5705 |
| 9:30 am- 5:00 pm | Seaplane Tours. Experience the thrill and romance of skipping across the wave tops as the seaplane becomes airborne, unveiling the magical city… Miami Seaplane Tours. (Miscellaneous). 305-361-3909 |
| 3:00 pm | Afternoon Tea in the Lobby at The Biltmore Hotel. The Biltmore has one of the only traditional afternoon teas left in the Miami area. Enjoy finger sandwiches, scones and an ass… The Biltmore Hotel. (Miscellaneous). 305-445-8066 |
| 4:30 pm | Afternoon Tea in the Lobby at The Biltmore Hotel. The Biltmore has one of the only traditional afternoon teas left in the Miami area. Enjoy finger sandwiches, scones and an ass… The Biltmore Hotel. (Miscellaneous). 305-445-8066 |
| 7:00 pm- 9:00 pm | Flying Trapeze School. Take a swing on the flying trapeze with professional instructors. Classes for all levels are offered, as well as birthday parti… Bayfront Park. (Miscellaneous). 786-239-8775 |
Dining Specials
| 5:00 pm- 7:00 pm | Two for One Wine & Beer at Gigi Bistro. Happy Hour. Gigi Bistro. (Dining - Happy Hour). 305-572-0015 |
| 7:00 pm | Dining for Two $30 at Ruby. Includes bottle of House Wine, Bread, 2 House Salads, Choice of Pan Seared Filet Mignon, Charbroiled Teriyaki Chicken, Herb Crus… Ruby Latin American Tropical Grill. (Dining - Dining Specials). 305-684-9993 |
| 7:00 pm | Pasta Special at Ruby. Chicken Alfredo over Penne or Shrimp Scampi over Angel Hair, only $12. Ruby Latin American Tropical Grill. (Dining - Dining Specials). 305-684-9993 |
Nightlife
| 3:00 pm- 8:00 pm | Happy Hour at Tavern in the Grove. Tavern in the Grove. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 305-447-3884 |
| 4:00 pm- 7:00 pm | Happy Hour at Ivy's Aventura. Come to Ivy's Restaurant & Lounge where you can enjoy a professional, upscale, trendy happy hour with live entertainment. 2-4-1… Ivy's Aventura Restaurant & Lounge. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 305-932-1416 |
| 5:00 pm- 8:00 pm | 2-for-1 Drinks. Happy Hour at Uva. 2-for-1 drinks, $5 Chivas Regal. Uva Restaurant and Lounge. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 305-476-8111 |
| 5:00 pm- 2:00 am | Epic Happy Hour. River lounge. Most upscale Happy Hour in Miami. 2 for 2 drinks. Dress Code strictly enforced! Must R.S.V.P., e-mail: manso.… River Lounge. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 305-424-5226 |
| 5:00 pm- 6:00 pm | Kimpton Hosted Wine Hour. In the hotel lobby, wines are served to guests by the glass to try. Kimpton Master Sommelier, Emily Wines, selects a different s… Surfcomber South Beach. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 305-532-7715 |
| 5:00 pm- 8:00 pm | Happy Hour at the Wine Vault. Grab your friends and come join us for $4 wines, $5 beer and $5 specialty tapas! Wine Vault Miami. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 786-691-2000 |
| 6:00 pm- 9:00 pm | Recession Decompression. Prepare for a stress-free weekend by enjoying 3 hours of Latin Jazz, 3 beverages of choice and unlimited appetizers, for only $2… Jaguar Ceviche Spoon Bar and Latam Grill. (Nightlife - Theme Night). 305-444-0216 |
| 8:30 pm | Las Vegas Style Show. Including showgirls, dancing and top recording artists Wednesday thru Sunday. Club Tropigala. (Nightlife - Theme Night). 305-672-7469 |
| 9:00 pm | Greek Night. Join us for Greek Night every Thursday and enjoy live music, dancing & plate smashing. Ouzo's Greek Taverna & Bar. (Nightlife - Theme Night). 305-604-0008 |
| 9:00 pm | College Night at Titanic. Titanic Restaurant & Brewery. (Nightlife - Live Music). 305-667-2537 |
| 9:00 pm- 2:00 am | Live Entertainment at Sunrise. Come out to Sunrise Restaurant & Bar to enjoy live entertainment. Sunrise Restaurant & Bar. (Nightlife - Live Music). 305-466-1010 |
| 9:00 pm- 1:00 am | Super Karaoke Party at Maracas Nightclub. Come see deep South Miami's newest club blow up with the sounds of Kara-O-King! Don't miss the freestyle rap/reggaeton at midni… Maracas Nightclub. (Nightlife - Karaoke). 305-248-9559 |
| 9:00 pm- 1:30 am | Larry Dogg's Fire Mic Thursdays!. The biggest local DJ, rapper, singer, and dancers meeting in So. Florida. A&R people, guest speakers such as Ted Lucas, Luther… The Roman Pub. (Nightlife - Open Mic). 305-625-1694 |
| 9:00 pm | Karaoke Nght. Dave & Buster's. (Nightlife - Karaoke). 305-468-1555 |
| 9:00 pm- 11:00 pm | Happier Hour. Add some excitement to your night! Whether you're ending your work day or just about to step out onto the town for the night, jo… Wonderland. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 305-631-2564 |
| 10:00 pm | Salsa and Merengue Night at Bermuda Bar. Live broadcast on El Zol 95.7 with Giselle Andres. Free salsa lessons from Salsa Lover Studio. $10 cover for everyone beginning… Bermuda Bar. (Nightlife - Dance). 305-945-0196 |
| 10:00 pm- 5:00 am | Plush Thursdays. Open Format Hip Hop Night at the coolest party on Thursday nights! Listen to the sounds of Tony Tone and Alex Alvarez and party… The Pawn Shop Lounge. (Nightlife - DJ). 305-373-3511 |
| 10:00 pm- 5:00 am | Azulee & Soundz. Azulee & Soundz is the new proposal to all people that like the cool music. Minimal, Deep House and Chill with the DJ/Producer… Azulee. (Nightlife - DJ). 786-287-5846 |
| 11:00 pm- 5:00 am | Latin Party at La Rumba. Salsa, Meringue, Latin Dance, Euro Dance, House, Techno, Hip Hop, Reggae, Latin Rock, Pop and more with DJ Lazrock and DJ Hyper. JoeCafe Restaurant Bar. (Nightlife - Dance). 305-331-5011 |
| 11:00 pm- 5:00 am | Trova Nights at Clique Art Cafe. Trova nights featuring Isa Alfonso and guests. A blend of traditional Cuban rhythms with contemporay sounds that include Brazil… Clique Art Cafe. (Nightlife - Live Music). 786-316-6258 |
| 11:00 pm | Plastik Fantastik. Rock and Roll Party at Miami's first live music venue. Studio A. (Nightlife - Parties). 305-358-ROCK |
| 11:00 pm- 6:00 am | PURE Thursdays. Thursdays at INK, along side your very own upcoming local artist. DJ's Juan Cordova and Luis Carrizo bring you nothing but rhyth… INK Night Club. (Nightlife - Dance). 305-431-2175 |
| 11:00 pm- 5:00 am | Buck Wild Thursdays. Presented by P. Productions and Tite Security. Reggae Room upstairs. Ladies drink free until 12 am. Doors open at 10 pm. Jazid. (Nightlife - Live Music). 305-673-9372 |
| Jazz & Blues Upstairs at the Van Dyke. Upstairs at the Van Dyke features the finest in live jazz and blues nightly. Upstairs at the Van Dyke. (Nightlife - Jazz). 305-534-3600 | |
| Old Havana Nights at Mosaico Restaurant. Mosaico Restaurant. (Nightlife - Theme Night). 305-371-3473 | |
| Dixieland at Les Deux Fontaines. Dixieland music featuring the Swingin' Dixie Trio. Les Deux Fontaines Lobster Cafe & Bar. (Nightlife - Jazz). 305-672-2579 | |
| Happy Hour at The Rusty Pelican. The Rusty Pelican. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 305-361-3818 | |
| The Show at Crobar. SMAC Entertainment presents the hottest hip-hop/80's rock/House party to ever hit SOBE. Dress to impress. Doors open at 10pm. Crobar. (Nightlife - Dance). 305-672-8084 | |
| Calle Ocho Jazz Nights. The best Jazz entertainment, live on stage! Big Band, Mambo, Latin Jazz, Swing, Jam and more... Ache Supper Club. (Nightlife - Live Music). 305-442-2644 |
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