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Josie Gulliksen

Josie Gulliksen is a freelance writer and major arts advocate and enthusiast who loves everything cultural and is excited to live in such a thriving community as Miami. A Miami native, aside from Miami on the Cheap, she currently writes for Artburst Miami and contributes to Edible South FL and Miami Media Group. She has contributed to Miami.com, Biscayne Times and Miami New Times. She worked for nearly a decade at Miami Today as Calendar Editor and arts writer and then worked for 13 years in public relations. She has her own blog Scene Around South FL at josiegulliksen.com

The Bass Museum of Arts in Miami Beach opened in 1964 and showcases contemporary art in both permanent and temporary exhibits. Are you a resident of Miami Beach? If so, you’re in luck! Miami Beach Residents enjoy free admission to The Bass all year round! Present a valid ID or proof of residence and receive …

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The historic Deering Estate is offering $8 general admission for Labor Day Weekend, which is August 30 through September 1, 2025. That’s a big savings since admission is normally $18 for adults and $10 for children 4-14. To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily Miami South Florida on the Cheap newsletter. You can …

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Aventura Mall is more than just a shopping destination, it is also a place to view public art. With more than 25 public art installations spread from end to end, a visit here is a great opportunity to have a cultural experience while getting your steps in. Everyone is encouraged to scan QR codes on …

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House of Horror Amusement Park is back at Miami International Mall from Sept. 25 to Nov. 2, 2025. South Florida’s Halloween Amusement Park bills itself as the largest haunted house in South Florida, with more than 30 rooms spread over two acres. Labor Day Sale: Save $10 per ticket, offer good through Sept. 2, 2025. …

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If you love buying fresh fruit at a grower’s market, like banana, avocado, guava, dragon fruit or soursop, these are only a few of the native and exotic specialties you’ll find at Fruit & Spice Park this month in Homestead. Open: Daily, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. August deal: If you visit the garden …

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The long-running, popular – and free – Jazz at MOCA has been a fixture in the North Miami community and Miami’s music scene for more than two decades. The monthly event presented by the Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami features an exciting lineup of South Florida musicians playing on the last Friday of every …

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We kick off the month with a long weekend which is always nice and hopefully can also enjoy some cooler weather in September.  Miami Spice continues through Sept. 30 making it the perfect opportunity to enjoy what you may have missed in August while away on vacation or getting the kids settled back into school. …

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The Miami Beach Bandshell is one of the city’s busiest venues where free music and dance performances are regularly presented. The open-air location provides a gorgeous snapshot of Miami Beach and is just steps from the water. Here’s what’s coming up that’s free: Labor Day Roller Disco Sunday, Aug. 31 from 5 to 9 p.m. …

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“Hispanic Heritage Concert” – Alhambra Orchestra’s upcoming concert puts the spotlight on Hispanic composers takes place Sunday, Sept. 28 at 7:30 pm at FIU Wertheim Performing Arts Center, 10910 SW 17th St. Led by by artistic director Daniel Andai, the Alhambra Symphony Orchestra will present an evening of Spanish and Latin American music. The program …

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Soak up the last few days of summer vacation before school starts at the Esplanade at Aventura during their free Family Fun Day Saturday, Sept. 20 from 3-6 p.m. They’re transforming the area adding mini golf, tic tac toe and ring toss games, face painting and double shot basketball.   Stroll through the open-air shopping …

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