If you have never visited Miami before, you can be forgiven for believing it’s all about the sun, sea, and sand. However, this is a grave error as it’s actually a cultural powerhouse filled with all manner of exciting events and festivals. As you will discover, due to its location, climate, economy, and culture famed for its melting pot vibe, Miami is perhaps one of the most exciting cities in the states and arguably equal to the usual suspects of New York, LA, and Chicago. If you don’t believe it, read on to have your mind thoroughly changed!
Miami is unique in the nation’s fabric as it stands out as a melting pot of cultures. This can be seen in its post-colonial history when it was first conquered and occupied by Spain, only to become a part of the British Empire later (signed over in 1763 because Spain wanted to regain its more valuable territories of Cuba and the Philippines). Moreover, it has always remained a part of, but inextricably different from, the rest of the country. In addition to the domestic immigration from other parts of the country, Florida has also seen waves of international immigration, mainly from Spanish-speaking countries, which began as a result of the crisis in Cuba and then simply became an integral part of the state’s population.
Consequently, it has become a Meca for all things exotic, exciting, and fabulous of US, European, and Latin culture, which, combined with its sublime c climate, has made it the foremost destination for an eclectic mix of nature lovers, the wealthy, thrill-seekers, and retirees! As a result, property prices have remained high and consistently in demand. If you are looking to take advantage of this fascinating heritage, the best way is to contact a reputable realty agent who can provide you with instant alerts for new Miami houses as soon as those in your budget come up. However, because of Miami’s booming fame, these properties tend to appear and disappear with equal rapidity! Nonetheless, once you become a resident of the great Sunshine State, you can take advantage of all of the fantastic festivals and events that occur throughout the year!
Even though it’s already March, this post will focus mainly on those events still to come throughout eth year. Nonetheless, it will briefly cover those that have already occurred just to ensure that the topic is covered in full.
Because of the relatively cooler weather in the first few months of the year, there tend to be more outdoor events that take place. Some of the most prominent include:
Similar to January, February also hosts some unique events that are more suited to the cooler temperatures, including:
March is when things really come alive, which can be seen in the abundance of activities taking place, ranging from film to food and everything in between!
While the number of things happening tends to slow down during April, there are still a few exciting things to see and do.
May is an interesting month regarding things to do because as the temperature beings to moisten, there are fewer things to see. Nonetheless, there are still two utterly outstanding events that anyone who’s anyone will attend.
Now you are approaching some of the sticker months of the year, meaning there will be less to do, and the things you want to do will likely take place inside an air-conditioned arena or on the beach!
As one of the hottest dates of the year (temperature-wise), it shouldn’t be a surprise there is less to do. Nevertheless, there is one event that stands out as a must-see.
August is mid-summer, but don’t let that put you off going outside, as there are still a couple of exciting parties and events to attend.
One theme that should become apparent by now is the prevalence of music and food shows! They are both a staple of Folridain and Miami society and should not be missed.
October boasts an interesting mix of carnival and motorsports so that you can take your pick depending on your preference.
The eleventh month marks a slight change in the usual mashup of cuisine, booze, and partying and instead emphasizes intellectual and mindful activities (but don’t worry, there’s still some booze!) Additionally, you might want to visit some of the famous art exhibitions currently on display (just be careful!)
Being the festive season it is, December inevitably involves something to do with Christmas! However, there are other activities you can get up to, even if you aren’t feeling particularly festive.
So there you have it, something to do for every month of the year. Some are one-off events, while others occur year-round. So take your pick, create some time to celebrate, and enjoy your time in Miami!
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