The free Grove Gallery Walk take place on the first Saturday of every month, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Stroll down the area’s brick paths and visit several renowned art galleries in the heart of the Grove. Check out the latest exhibitions by local, professional and emerging artists, while enjoying live music and wine at several stops.
The Grove art district expands from Commodore Plaza and Main Highway to CocoWalk and Mayfair on Grand Avenue. Click here to see a list of participating galleries.
The free King Mango Strut Parade takes place on Sunday, December 30 at 2 p.m. in Downtown Coconut Grove. The off-beat parade pokes fun at everything and anyone.
The parade parodies international and local events in the last year and pushes the envelope of good taste, in all good fun.
Parade Route The strut route begins at the corner of Commodore Plaza and Main Highway. It turns left onto Main Highway and then turns left onto Grand Avenue at CocoWalk and turns left again at Commodore Plaza.
Parking (map) There is parking a block away from the parade route at the Municipal Garage at Oak Avenue and Mary Street, as well as CocoWalk, Mayfair, Coconut Grove Playhouse, St. Stephens Episcopal Church, and Coconut Grove Elementary School. For more information, call (305) 582-0955 visit kingmangostrut.org
Groupon and Living Social are offering family package discounts to a winter-theme attraction in South Florida.
Information about the Groupon deal is featured on the link $40 for a family four-pack at Coconut Grove Candy Cane attraction.
Snow, rides and entertainment are among the highlights of Coconut Grove Candy Cane Village in Coconut Grove.
Groupon and Living Social are advertising partners of On The Cheap.
Ice skating, gingerbread people, entertainment, Santa, holiday lights and snow are are among the highlights of a winter attraction in South Florida.
Voice Daily Deals is offering a family four-pack discount for $40. The value is $80.
Carnival rides and Santa also are featured at Coconut Grove Candy Cane Village in Coconut Grove. Ice skating at the event is an extra fee.
Information about the deal is featured on the link — $40 for a family four-pack at Coconut Grove Candy Cane attraction.
Voice Daily Deals is an advertising partner of On The Cheap.
The Alhambra Orchestra, with MISO concertmaster Daniel Andai conducting, presents its first classical concert of the season Sunday evening, November 18 at 7 p.m., at Ransom-Everglades School. Free admission.
The program opens with Debussy’s “Prelude to the Afternoon of a Faun,” and concludes with the monumental Seventh Symphony of Beethoven.
In a double role, Dr. Andai as soloist also joins three young artists from MISO’s Special Development Program, which he founded — Erin David, David Fernandez, , and Liuba Ohrimenko– to perform Vivaldi’s lively Concerto for Four Violins with the Alhambra Orchestra’s string section.
Free admission, free parking (donations requested). No reservations needed except that large groups should call in advance. For information, contact (305) 668-9260, www.alhambramusic.org
Ransom-Everglades School, 3575 Main Highway, Coconut Grove, 33133.
On October 8, it will be 10 years that The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, 3300 SW 27th Avenue, Miami, 33133, opened its doors. To celebrate, the hotel is inviting everyone to enjoy the festivities with $10 specialty priced meals, cocktails, spa treatments, and more over celebratory dates in October.
On select dates throughout the month of October, guests are invited to book overnight accommodations for $108.02 per night, in tribute of the original October 8, 2002 anniversary date. *Reservations required by phoning Dana Gardner at 786-470-1209. Two rooms maximum per reservation and based on availability. Available dates include October 10, 11, 21-23 and 28-31.
Under the tutelage of the Executive Culinary Team, Bizcaya rolls out a limited-edition, three-course celebratory menu every Tuesday in October for just $10. Hidden inside one menu each night will be a note that reads, “Cheers to 10 years with a complimentary bottle of bubbly!” Only five reservations for parties of two are available each night the $10 three-course menu is offered. Reservations may be made by phoning 786-470-1227.
Hotel and local guests are invited to the unveiling of the renovated lobby lounge and fountain terrace, with complimentary signature cocktails and passed hors d’oeuvres from the new Lazuli Lounge menu, Champagne toast, DJ and performances throughout the evening. *Wednesday, October 10th from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. RSVP required by phoning 305-365-4528 or via email at Clayton.Mcrory@ritzcarlton.com. Complimentary valet parking included. Cocktail, chic attire.
Groupon is offering $34 tickets to a beer fest in a deal valued at $69.
The deal is for a Beer Socialite Package at Grovetoberfest, featuring about 200 types of beer, October 13.
The event is in Coconut Grove.
Information about the deal is featured on the link — $34 for entry and perks at beer festival.
Groupon is an advertising partner of On The Cheap.
The Great Grove Bed Race pits five-person teams pushing home-made beds down Grand Avenue. The Bed Race takes place Sunday, September 2, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. with 30 beds racing to the finish line on Grand Avenue and Commodore Plaza.
Highlights include Kids Storytelling Time; the Waiters/Waitresses Obstacle Course; a Pit Row Parade of decorated beds on display; and the 1/8th-mile trundle through the heart of the Grove Village.
Coconut Grove merchants will host a post-race celebration complete with live music, interactive exhibits. All proceeds will go to Junior Chambers Easter Seals Toy Drive and Children’s Hospital.
Hang out with the beautiful people at the 12th edition Social Florida’s Guide magazine cover party celebrating its summer issue.
The party is hosted by Fitness Super Model Jennifer Nicole Lee on Saturday, August 18 at the rooftop of the Mayfair Hotel, from 8 pm.-11 p.m. Free admission.
Free cocktails from 8 p.m.-9:30 p.m. provided by Tequila Revolucion & passed appetizers provided by the Mayfair.
Special guest appearances by: Miami’s TV personalities- David Morin & Jessie Alexander, Author & two-time Mr. USA- Dr. Ivan Rusilko, Mrs. USA 2011 Shannon Ford & Tony Guerra. Wear your sexiest white outfit.
RSVP on their Facebook event page
Make your check in count. Bice Bistro in Coconut Grove is offering a free dessert when you check in via Facebook, Foursquare or Yelp with a paid entree.
Valid after 5 p.m. only Monday-Friday.
Bice offers mix of traditional and contemporary trends in Italian cuisine featuring local and seasonal ingredients
Bice Bistro, 3015 Grand Ave. Suite 120, Coconut Grove, (305) 443-1770
You have plenty of choices for affordable ways to observe the nation’s birthday on Wednesday, July 4. Consider the following:
Key Biscayne offers a day of fun with a parade starting at 11 a.m., a picnic and fireworks at sunset. Head to Crandon Boulevard.
At the Barnacle Historic State Park, there will be a picnic from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $5 for those 11 and older, $3 for kids 6 to 11 and free for those 5 and younger. The Barnacle is at 3485 Main Hwy., Coconut Grove.
Peacock Park hosts a festival with music, kids’ activities, food and fireworks, from 4 to 10 p.m. Admission is free. The park is at 2820 MacFarlane Rd., Coconut Grove.
The celebration at Bayfront Park includes a free kids’ zone open from 3 to 7 p.m. and fireworks at 9 p.m. There will also be food and music. No charge for admission to the park at 301 N. Biscayne Blvd.
The county’s fireworks display will be held in South Dade at Black Point Park and Marina; showtime is 9 p.m. The address is 24775 SW 87 Ave.
In Coral Gables, the fireworks display happens at the Biltmore Hotel. There will also be a concert by the Greater Miami Symphonic Band, concessions, and more. Grounds open at 5 p.m., the concert is at 7 p.m. and fireworks at 9 p.m. Head to 1200 Anastasia Ave.
On Miami Beach, there will be free live blues and jazz performances starting at 6:30 p.m. Fireworks happen after, 9 p.m. at Ocean Drive and Eighth Street.
You have plenty of choices for affordable ways to observe the nation’s birthday on Wednesday, July 4. Consider the following:
Key Biscayne offers a day of fun with a parade starting at 11 a.m., a picnic and fireworks at sunset. Head to Crandon Boulevard.
At the Barnacle Historic State Park, there will be a picnic from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is $5 for those 11 and older, $3 for kids 6 to 11 and free for those 5 and younger. The Barnacle is at 3485 Main Hwy., Coconut Grove.
Peacock Park hosts a festival with music, kids’ activities, food and fireworks, from 4 to 10 p.m. Admission is free. The park is at 2820 MacFarlane Rd., Coconut Grove.
The celebration at Bayfront Park includes a free kids’ zone open from 3 to 7 p.m. and fireworks at 9 p.m. There will also be food and music. No charge for admission to the park at 301 N. Biscayne Blvd.
The county’s fireworks display will be held in South Dade at Black Point Park and Marina; showtime is 9 p.m. The address is 24775 SW 87 Ave.
In Coral Gables, the fireworks display happens at the Biltmore Hotel. There will also be a concert by the Greater Miami Symphonic Band, concessions, and more. Grounds open at 5 p.m., the concert is at 7 p.m. and fireworks at 9 p.m. Head to 1200 Anastasia Ave.
On Miami Beach, there will be free live blues and jazz performances starting at 6:30 p.m. Fireworks happen after, 9 p.m. at Ocean Drive and Eighth Street.
On Thursday, June 21, Fete de la Musique takes over Coconut Grove. Look for musicians performing in a variety of places: sidewalks, courtyards, restaurants and more, from 5 to 11 p.m. Those scheduled to appear include singers Kevin Mahogany and Chloe Dolandis, violinist Federico Britos and many others. All performances are free and open to the public.
The bistro offers a trio of specials. Make Monday date night with paella for two and two glasses of house wine, $34.99. On Tuesdays, $24.99 buys half a Maine Lobster with linguine and a glass of house wine, while Wednesday is steak night: New York or skirt steak, $13.95. Bice Bistro is at 3015 Grand Ave., Coconut Grove.
The Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove continues its series of classic films shown outdoors under a major moon. This weekend, see Jaws. The film will be shown on Sunday, June 3, at 7 p.m. on the fountain terrace, where you can enjoy plush couches and al fresco dining. No charge for admission, no reservation required. The hotel is at 3300 SW 27 Ave.
