Explore Haitian Heritage Month events throughout the City of North Miami including a festival, film screenings, cooking classes, Konpas Classes and storytime for kids. Read on to find info on the events throughout May.
Events at North Miami Public Library, 835 NE 132 St.
Haitian Heritage Month Storytime
Wednesdays, May 7, 14, 21 and 28 from 4-5 p.m.
Each Wednesday in May, join an elected official for an hour of story time as they read children's books depicting stories about the culture and heritage of Haiti.
Ti Moso Lakay: Haitian Home Cooking
Thursday, May 8, 6-7:45 p.m.
Chef Thia teaches how to make traditional Haitian dishes in honor of Haitian Heritage Month.
Events at MOCA (Museum of Contemporary Art), 770 NE 125 St.
MOCA Mini Makers
Saturday, May 3 from 2-4 p.m.
Exhibiting artist Vickie Pierre leads the hands-on art class/workshop.
MOCA Sunday Stories
Sunday, May 4 from 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Enjoy a reading of the children's book “Haiti A to Z” by M.J. Fievre and make a flag collage.
Cinema Past, Present & Future: Haitian Film Screening
Saturday, May 17 from 2-7:30 p.m.
Screening of two Haitian films, “July 7: Who Killed The President of Haiti?” and “Le Miracle De La Foi,” followed by a panel discussion with members of the Haitian film and arts communities.
Pedale 1804: 18.04 Mile TriCity Bike Ride & Wellness Oasis
Sunday, May 18 from 6-11 a.m.
Take an 18.04-mile bike ride through North Miami, North Miami Beach and Miami, with stops at notable Haitian American landmarks ending at MOCA Plaza for the 2nd Annual Wellness Oasis, featuring health-centered activities.
Tí Mache: Haitian Farmers' Market
Sunday, May 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Event honoring the cultural richness of Haiti's local markets at Ti Mache, while supporting local entrepreneurs and businesses.
Taste of NoMi: Gou Lakay
Sunday, May 18 noon to 5 p.m.
Celebrate Haitian culture with authentic cuisine, handcrafted goods, live music, and folkloric dance.
Haitian Heritage Month Closing Celebration
Saturday, May 31 from 6-8 p.m.
Click here to RSVP.
Griffing Community Center, 12220 Griffing Blvd.
Haitian Folkloric Dance Class
Friday, May 9 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Learn traditional movements and the history behind the steps of Haitian dance while listening to live drumming.
Ti Pa Thursdays: Haitian Konpa Dance Classes
Thursdays, May 15, 22 and 29 from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Class for all skills levels led by D'Stylez.
Sware Literati ak Listwa: Haitian Literature Night
Friday, May 23 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Explore and learn abouot Haiti’s literary legacy and historical narratives through selected readings, discussions, and storytelling.
The NoMI Village, 12351 NW 7 Ave.
27th Annual Haitian Compas Festival
Saturday, May 17 from 3-11 p.m.
Haitian Heritage Month celebration with traditional music, food and dance.
Little Haiti Cultural Complex, 212 NE 59 Terr.
Free Konpa Classes every Saturday in May from 1-2 p.m.
Haiti Rhythm of Our Heartbeat: Kwe on Sunday, May 11 from 4-7 p.m.
Events in other parts of Miami-Dade
PAMM Free Second Saturdays Haitian Heritage Month celebration on Saturday, May 10
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