Music

It’s almost time for the South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center’s annual Backyard Bash! The free annual celebration, which kicks off the center’s season, this year will feature a live performance by the Grammy Award-winning quintet, Ranky Tanky. The concert is set for 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 23, at the center’s Back Yard Concert Lawn and …

For one special day, heroes are joining together and using the universal language of music to unite the community at the United First Responders Musicfest.  This special free event is taking place Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021, in beautiful Regatta Park, 3500 Pan American Drive in Coconut Grove – bringing together “musicians, who are presently active …

Experience the music of the New World Symphony in a larger-than-life format during outdoor WALLCAST concerts at Miami Beach’s SoundScape Park. You’re invited, free of charge, to enjoy the sights and sounds of the symphony – just bring a blanket, some snacks and pick a spot! SoundScape Park, at 500 17th St., features the latest …

The Alhambra Orchestra will go live this year with its annual Spooky Symphony Halloween concert. After organizing a virtual show in 2020, the orchestra is now scheduled to perform before an audience at the Miami-Dade County Auditorium, at 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021. Presented in collaboration with the Greater Miami Youth Symphony and The …

Get out your dancing shoes because the Miami Beach Salsa Fest is coming back in November! Presented by Melina Almodovar, known as “La Muñeca de Salsa,” this special annual event will celebrate the music – and its culture on Miami Beach – from 4-10 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021, at the North Beach Bandshell. The …

Viernes Culturales (Cultural Fridays) is a South Florida tradition. This free arts and music festival has typically taken place on the third Friday of each month on Calle Ocho, in the heart of Little Havana.  Viernes Culturales returned on May 21, 2021, with a limited capacity. According to a news release: “Little Havana (like many parts …

The South Florida Bluegrass Association offers a free bluegrass festival and acoustic jam on the first Sunday of the month at Greynolds Park, 18501 NE 22nd Ave., North Miami Beach. After livestreaming in the past, the event is back in person, from 1-5 p.m. Musicians in attendance at the monthly jams are encouraged to bring their …

Want to hear live music? The Betsy Hotel in the heart of South Beach offers a free live music series every day. It’s a nice way to enjoy some tunes amid beautiful surroundings – and give yourself a little break any day of the week. To keep up with latest news, sign up for the …

Sounds of Little Haiti is a family friendly event scheduled for every third Friday of the month. From 7-11 p.m., you can enjoy live music, food, drinks and more during this special event at the Little Haiti Cultural Complex, 212 NE 59th Terrace.   Tickets cost $5 in advance and $10 at the door. Find out …

Enjoy Free Gospel Sundays at the Knight Concert Hall at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts. The concerts start at 5 p.m. To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily Miami on the Cheap newsletter. You can also follow us on Facebook and on Twitter and visit our Facebook group page. Free Gospel Sundays is heading into …

Last year, Jazz in the Gardens – the popular, two-day music festival in Miami Gardens – had to be canceled just days shy of its scheduled start. And this year, the popular event is not faring any better.  Due to ongoing challenges associated with the pandemic, the city has announced its springtime event, which typically …