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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

Participating in a global effort to make cities more open and accessible, Miami-Dade is offering Open House Miami 2026 the weekend of Friday, Feb. 28, through Sunday, March 1. That weekend you can explore venues and events throughout the city for free. Several events are sold out but there is still availability for others. Take …

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For 20 years, Miami Dade College’s Medical Campus has been hosting their Community Health Fair. The free 2026 event is happening Saturday, March 7 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 950 NW 20 St., Miami. Take advantage of this free health fair where health professionals will be on hand providing: Screenings for colorectal, cervical, …

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From October to May, the City of South Miami hosts the SoMi Second Saturdays Night Market bringing the community together once a month to Downtown South Miami from 5:30-9:30 p.m. at SW 73 St. and 58 Ave.  The remaining dates for the Night Market are Feb. 14, March 14, April 11 and May 9. Scheduled …

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The Miami Symphony Orchestra, billed as the Official Symphony Orchestra of the City of Miami, under the longtime direction of Maestro Eduardo Marturet, is performing several free concerts around Miami. They’ll be performing under the stars on the following dates: Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. at Doral Central Park Amphitheater, 3000 NW 87 Ave. It …

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HistoryMiami museum hosts a free Family Fun Day the second Saturday of every month, with free admission for all. The free admission is all day, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with activities taking place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Registration is required to participate. You can register online. The theme rotates monthly, usually …

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The annual Chopin for All free concert series brings young top-tier pianists from around the globe to South Florida. Everyone is invited to attend free of charge.  Seating is general admission and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Tickets are not required. Registration is recommended.  For questions, send email toadmin@chopin.org or call: 305-868-0624. Remaining performances …

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Free Gospel Sundays will be announced at a later date but in the meantime, enjoy the free Arsht Center Gospel Choir Invitational on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2026 at 6 p.m. Free first-access passes are now available and you can find those tickets here. They go quickly. It is also possible to wait in line on …

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Orchestra Miami is presenting another group of performances in its Family Fun Series at Pinecrest Gardens. All concerts are on Sundays at 3 p.m.  These performances are upcoming: Music & Dance from the Spanish Americas on Jan. 11, 2026  Jack & The Beanstalk: An Opera for Kids on Feb. 15, 2026   Let’s Dance with Amour …

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This two-day festival not only features the best that a flower show and expo has to offer, but it also will host many art exhibits, musical performances, dance showcases, educational sessions and a versatile vendors market. The festival takes place at the Miami Beach Woman’s Club, 2401 Pine Tree Dr., Miami Beach, from 10 a.m. …

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The Normandy Fountain Business Association is hosting a variety of family-friendly events throughout February 2026. Click here to view the full February calendar of events. The lineup includes: Saturday, Feb. 14, from 6 to 10 p.m. De La Fuente live music event by HIVE Productions A Valentine’s Day event featuring music from the ’90s and …

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