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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

Pack a picnic, bring a beach chair, and head to New World Symphony for a free WALLCAST Concert. Thanks to a soaring, 7,000-square-foot-projection wall and surround sound speakers, you’ll be immersed in a live symphonic performance beneath the palm trees and bougainvillea You’re invited, free of charge, to enjoy the sights and sounds of the …

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Drive by Tropical Park at night and you’ll see millions of holiday lights and a huge ferris wheel and probably get squeals from the kids in the car. What was once called Santa’s Enchanted Forest is now known as Christmas Wonderland and they are offering deals and discounts perfect for these last two weeks of …

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The iconic all-pink Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is touring South Florida and will be making three stops in Miami-Dade County. Fans can expect brand-new treats and limited-edition merchandise, including the following: 10th Anniversary-themed merchandise Apparel Collectibles & cup ornaments Sweet Treats When & Where: Miami • Location: CityPlace Doral (Fountain Plaza) • Date: Saturday, Jan. …

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Miami is home to a great number of impressive award-winning local authors. Among them are poet laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners and Fellowship winners and they’re coming together on Saturday, Jan. 24 for the 2026 Local Author Book Fair at Downtown Miami’s Main Library. Admission is free. Bibliophiles are sure to love all the afternoon has …

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Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow! So goes the classic holiday song and although in Miami that’s never going to happen, it will magically appear at Dolphin Mall. The 20th Annual Magical Snowfall tradition happens nightly through Sunday, Jan. 7, 2026, at Ramblas Plaza. The magical snowfall will take place at the …

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Viernes Culturales (Cultural Fridays) is a South Florida tradition. This free arts and music festival takes place on the third Friday of each month from 5-10 p.m. on Calle Ocho (Southwest Eighth Street), in the heart of Little Havana, between 13th and 22nd avenues.  Every month, enjoy music in Domino Plaza, as well as works …

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The Tropical Audubon Society organizes a free bird-friendly gardening day the third Saturday of every month. Join other volunteers to help keep the organization’s bird-friendly demonstration garden and near-native Steinberg Nature Center grounds in good shape. WHEN: Third Saturday of every month, 9 a.m.-noon through June, 8:30 to 11 a.m. in July and August. WHERE: …

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Free Family Day at The Underline in Brickell is taking a break for the Summer. It’s a fun day to meet neighbors, enjoy fun activities, participate in yoga and meditation, listen to music and enjoy food available for purchase from local vendors. Stay tuned for information on a free music concert series launching at The …

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Put your dancing shoes on because the 10th Annual South Beach Jazz Festival is going to jazz things up from January 8-11, 2026 and will feature several free concerts during the four day event.  The concerts will take place at several locations throughout South Beach. Here are the free concerts, for which RSVP is required. …

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Coral Gables Museum welcomes you to “Family Day on Aragon” on the second Saturday of each month, with free admission, live music and special activities.    Upcoming event is on Sat., Dec. 13 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Artmaking by TMP Make art with TMP, a teen-led volunteer and education …

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Did you know Miami Children’s Museum offers Sensory Saturdays? On the second Saturday of the month, the museum creates a specially focused experience for children with disabilities and their families including modified lighting, sound adjustments and other features. The event is 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Families can enjoy the day with a stage performance …

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