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March 28, 2025
โThe new requirement applies to residential events or parties with more than 100 guests during 5 peak times โ
Miami Beach, FL โ Attempting to minimize traffic congestion and noise disturbances, the City of Miami Beach will begin requiring visitors and residents to obtain a special event permit before holding parties in residential neighborhoods during five peak times of the year in which more than 100 attendees โmay reasonably be expected to attendโ as well as in some other circumstances.
โThis is a fundamental quality-of-life issue for our residents,โ said Miami Beach Mayor Steven Meiner of the measure that was approved recently on second reading by the City Commission. The ordinance will take effect on March 29. โOur residents and first responders have voiced serious concerns about these events, and this new law will help put an end to loud parties and related traffic.โ
A qualifying special event is defined as any "nonrecurring special occasion or activity which is temporary in nature and has extraordinary or excessive impacts on public health, safety and welfare." The permit requirement also applies to parties or gatherings in which fireworks will be used, in the case of events in which 50 or more vehicles are expected (including vehicles that pick up or drop off passengers and vehicles that park at the event) as well as any events that use institutional or commercial speakers, lighting or generators and any event with institutional/commercial grade bars that are large enough to accommodate more than one bartender behind each bar or that have three or more one-person bars.
Permit costs vary based on the nature, scope and expected attendance at each event. Click here for more information or to apply.
โOur residents have overwhelmingly supported this ordinance because theyโre fed up with inconsiderate neighbors turning homes on peaceful streets into chaotic nightclubs,โ said Miami Beach Commissioner Alex J. Fernandez, who sponsored the measure. โNo one should have to endure gridlocked streets, booming bass at 2 a.m., or the terrifying risk that emergency responders canโt get through because of a private party spiraling out of control. This ordinance draws a clear and necessary line to protect the safety and peace of our neighborhoods.โ
Applications for special event permits must be submitted at least 90 days ahead of the party or event. Qualifying parties or events will require a Special Event Permit during the following five periods of the year โ Feb. 1 to March 31 (Super Bowl and spring break), May 1-31 (Formula 1 Race Week and Memorial Day), June 25 to July 15 (Independence Day), Oct. 15 to Nov. 10 (Halloween) and Nov. 1 to Dec. 31 (Latin Grammys, Art Week Miami Beach and the winter holiday season).
Property owners who fail to obtain a permit prior to holding their event will face a 13-month waiting period before they are eligible to apply for a special event permit for a future party. Violations carry a $1,000 fine per day for the initial violation and $5,000 per day for a second or subsequent violation. Moreover, violators face a $15,000 fine for any offense that is determined by a special magistrate to be โirreparable or irreversible in nature.โ Such a determination will be made in the case of unpermitted parties or events that are already underway or that have occurred in the past.
The city conducted a pilot test of similar requirements during last yearโs Art Week Miami Beach. The pilot withstood a federal challenge in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida (Hochstein v. City of Miami Beach).
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March 28, 2025
โ A year-long leadership-development program โ
Miami Beach, FL โ The Miami Beach Fire Chief Digna Abello has been accepted into the Fire Service Executive Development Institute (FSEDI). Chief Abello competed with new fire chiefs and chief officers from across the country and Canada to become a member of the 2025 cohort program.
The FSEDI is a year-long leadership-development program. It was created and implemented by the International Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC) to provide new and aspiring chiefs with the tools they need to have successful and productive tenures. The members of the cohort will meet four times in the coming year. One of the meetings will take place in August at the Fire Rescue International conference in Orlando, Florida. Between onsite sessions the cohort group will communicate virtually.
"We are incredibly proud of the dedication and hard work our Fire Chief puts in every single day,โ said Miami Beach City Manager Eric T. Carpenter. โBeing part of the FSEDI will only further strengthen her leadership and impact within our city.โ
The IAFC's Fire Service Executive Development Program has become the premier career- and leadership-development program in the fire and rescue services thanks to the generous support of the Motorola Solutions Foundation.
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March 27, 2025
City of Miami Beach Shares Passing of Former Mayor Alex Daoud
Miami Beach, FL โ The City of Miami Beach announces the passing of former Miami Beach Mayor Alex Daoud, who served three terms in office from 1985 to 1991. His tenure included significant advancements in the cityโs development, including transformative changes to iconic Ocean Drive and the promotion of Miami Beach as an internationally recognized cultural and tourism hub.
"I am saddened to learn of the passing of former Miami Beach Mayor Alex Daoud,โ said Miami Beach Mayor Steven Meiner. โServing as mayor is a tremendous responsibility โ one that only a few get to experience. My thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time."
In honor of Mayor Daoud, the city flag will be lowered to half-staff on March 29, 2025.
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March 27, 2025
โ The public park features a one-of-a-kind musical playground โ
Miami Beach, FL โ The City of Miami Beach will honor music legend Maurice Gibb with the grand opening of the newly expanded Maurice Gibb Memorial Park featuring two upgraded scenic lookout areas over Biscayne Bay, an inviting green space, living shoreline and brand new music-themed playground. The event will be held at the park (18 Street and Purdy Avenue) on Thursday, April 3 at 5:30 p.m. The project was funded by the 2018 voter-approved General Obligation Bond.
โMaurice Gibb Memorial Park is a true gem in our Sunset Harbour community โ a stunning, family-friendly public space with so many amenities for everyone to enjoy,โ said Miami Beach Mayor Steven Meiner.
Together with brothers Barry and Robin, Maurice made up one third of the chart-topping Bee Gees musical trio that gained global acclaim with hits like โStayinโ Alive,โ โYou Should Be Dancing,โ โHow Can You Mend a Broken Heart,โ โTragedyโ and โJive Talkinโโ among many others. Both Maurice and Robin passed away while Barry continues to spend time in Miami Beach.
Expected to draw fans from across the United States and beyond, the grand opening will feature music performances by the Miami Beach High School Rock Ensemble as well as remarks from city officials, members of the Gibb family and invited guests. While some seating will be available, attendees are encouraged to bring picnic blankets and beach chairs. Parking is available at the Sunset Harbour garage (1900 Bay Road). There is also limited meter parking in the area.
In addition to the playground with its larger-than-life faux musical instruments and disco ball, the project also includes a new dog park, fishing pier, shade structures, pavilion, outdoor seating, walking paths and additional native trees and shrubs. The space features a living shoreline and underwent an environmental remediation project with added resilience features like a new higher seawall. The living shoreline integrates green infrastructure techniques to minimize coastal erosion while enhancing and creating a natural habitat for fish, aquatic plants and wildlife.
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March 26, 2025
โ Surf Camp runs until March 28 at South Pointe Park โ
Miami Beach, FL โ Making new friends, the occasional wipeout and even noodle arms are all part of the fun this week as the City of Miami Beach Parks and Recreation Department is partnering with the University of Miami and Nova Southeastern University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD) at the 17th Annual Surf Camp for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) now through March 28.
โThe kids are the true stars of this beloved annual event,โ said Miami Beach City Manager Eric T. Carpenter. โThey always bring big smiles to everyone who spends time with them. Our lifeguards look forward to this event every year and making sure the children stay safe.โ
Children focus on honing their swimming skills, basic oceanography, meteorology, open water surfing and developing their own abilities. The educational component of the camp is being held at South Pointe Park while the surfing component is being held on the beach adjacent to the park.
The event has been held every year since 2008 with the exception of two years during the pandemic.
โWe are honored to be co-hosting the 17th annual Autism Surf Camp with our remarkable partners at the Miami Beach Parks and Recreation Department,โ said Dr. Michael Alessandri, CARD executive director. โEach year, this unique collaboration positively impacts the lives of our campers, their families, our counselors and volunteers. The commitment of Miami Beach to programming for those with unique abilities has been unwavering and we are delighted to keep building on this partnership in this and other ways going forward.โ
On Friday, March 28, the children will put on a surfing demonstration for their parents and family members. The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and will include an award ceremony. Media organizations are invited to attend.
ASD is a neurological and developmental disorder that affects how people interact with others, communicate, learn and behave, according to the National Institute of Mental Health. Although autism can be diagnosed at any age, symptoms generally appear in the first two years of life.
WHAT: Surf Camp
WHEN: 9 a.m. daily from March 24-28, 2025
WHERE: South Pointe Park 1 Washington Ave.
Day of Media Contact: Michelle Costa, Communications & Community Outreach CARD Manager: 305.301.4387.
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March 26, 2025
โ Thousands are expected to attend the annual LGBTQIA+ celebration โ
Miami Beach, FL โ The City of Miami Beach will kick off the 17th annual Miami Beach Pride celebration with a flag-raising ceremony on Thursday, March 27 at 6 p.m. outside City Hall. The event will be followed by the annual Pride Lights the Night event at 7:30 p.m. in nearby SoundScape Park outside New World Center. Culminating with a two-day festival and parade on the final day in South Beach, Miami Beach Pride runs from March 27 to April 6.
โMiami Beach is more than a destination โ itโs a community that embraces diversity, prioritizes safety and offers an exceptional quality of life,โ said Miami Beach Mayor Steven Meiner.
Local community leaders will come together to raise the progress pride flag, one of the many visual representations of support for the LGBTQIA+ community. The city flies the progress pride flag year-round alongside the American flag outside Miami Beach City Hall and has a pride lifeguard tower at 12 Street and the beachfront. The tower features vertical painted stripes to reflect the colors of the traditional Rainbow Flag and the Progress Pride Flag.
โAs an openly gay man, Iโm proud to call Miami Beach home โ a city where love is louder than hate and everyone belongs,โ said Miami Beach Commissioner Alex Fernandez. โAt a time when so many feel disheartened, Miami Beach continues to shine as a place of joy, inclusion, and unity. We welcome everyone this Pride season with open arms and open hearts.โ
Miami Beach Pride is a multiday celebration of arts and culture with special events, family-friendly activations, social mixers and world-class entertainment. Organizers say the event regularly attracts more than 185,000 attendees.
Nationally, the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Pride Month is celebrated throughout the U.S. in June to commemorate the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in Manhattan, according to the Library of Congress, which described the Stonewall Uprising as a tipping point for the Gay Liberation Movement in the United States.
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March 25, 2025
โ Saturday, March 29 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. โ
Miami Beach, FL โ Pet owners and animal lovers alike are invited to join the first annual Miami Beach Promenade Pet Parade on Saturday, March 29 as they celebrate their four-legged companions in a whimsical event filled with creativity, community spirit and a whole lot of tail-wagging excitement. The event will take place in Lummus Park on Ocean Drive at 14 Place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is presented by Miami Beach residents in partnership with the Ocean Drive Association, Miami-Dade County Animal Services and the Miami Beach Mayor and City Commission.
โThe Miami Beach Promenade Pet Parade is a wonderful way to bring our community together in celebration of our beloved pets,โ said Miami Beach Commissioner Laura Dominguez. โThis event highlights the creativity and passion of our pet owners while also supporting important causes like pet adoption and animal care. I encourage everyone to join us for a fun-filled day that showcases the special bond between people and their pets.โ
In addition to the parade, attendees can enjoy an array of pet-focused activities, including pet-related vendors offering unique goods and services, music and more. Miami-Dade County Animal Services will also be present with pet adoptions and vaccines.
The Miami Beach Promenade Pet Parade schedule is as follows:
- 10:00 a.m. โ Talent & Trick Contest
- 11:20 a.m. โ Miami Beach Police Department K9 Demonstration
- 11:45 a.m. โ Most Unique Pet Contest
- 12:30 p.m. โ Pet Owner & Dress-Up Contest
- 1:30 p.m. โ Pet Parade
Please note that times may change based on contestant registrations.
For more information including entry forms for competitors and volunteer opportunities, visit www.MiamiBeachPetParade.com.
The Miami Beach Promenade Pet Parade is one of the various events taking place across the city as part of Miami Beach Family Day. Click here for the full line-up of events
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March 25, 2025
โ The event will be held at Flamingo Park on Friday, March 28 โ
Miami Beach, FL โ The City of Miami Beach will break ground on an upgraded softball field and modern amenities at Flamingo Park in the cityโs South Beach neighborhood on Friday, March 28 at 9 a.m. The groundbreaking ceremony will take place at Flamingo Park, please enter from Michigan Avenue near 13 Street. The field is open to the public and used by Miami Beach Senior High Schoolโs Lady Hi Tides softball team for home games and practice.
โAs someone who played baseball and spent countless hours on the field, I know how crucial it is for athletes to have top-quality facilities to support their development and success,โ said Miami Beach Mayor Steven Meiner. โThe Flamingo Park softball field is one of the most widely used by young women in our city. With the Lady Hi Tides having an exceptional season, they deserve nothing less than a top-tier field to continue their success.โ
Funded by the 2018 General Obligation Bond approved by Miami Beach voters, the project will transform the Andy Diamond softball field into a premier recreational space with upgraded facilities, improved field conditions and enhanced spectator areas. The $6.4 million project also includes upgraded field drainage, new artificial turf, upgraded dugouts and bleachers as well as taller fencing and netting, updated lighting, landscaping and new concrete sidewalks.
Construction on the softball field is expected to start in March and be completed in approximately 10 months. In addition to the softball field, other renovations in progress include the Flamingo Park Lodge and three new lighted pickleball courts. Construction of a butterfly garden is also scheduled to begin later this year.
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March 24, 2025
โ A day of free, fun and family-friendly activities across the city โ
Miami Beach, FL โ Miami Beach invites residents and visitors to celebrate the cityโs vibrant cultural and artistic scene on Saturday, March 29 with its first annual Miami Beach Family Day. This exciting, free event will feature a diverse range of interactive, fun, and educational activities for all ages at venues across Miami Beach, including art workshops, dance classes, live performances, and much more.
To make transportation easy, the Miami Beach Trolley will provide free connections to and from participating venues, ensuring that everyone can enjoy the full range of offerings.
Event Schedule:
10 AM โ 11 AM: Start your Saturday with Miami City Ballet's Explore Dance Community Class, a lively, all-ages movement class led by a community engagement teaching artist and live musician. No experience needed, just bring your energy and get ready to dance!
Location: 2100 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140
10 AM โ 2 PM: The Bass Museum of Art will open two hours early and activate its drop-in art studio, The Creativity Center, for art-making activities, design challenges and more!
Location: 2100 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
10 AM โ 2 PM: The Miami Beach Botanical Garden presents Miami-based composer and artist Juraj Kojลก in his exploration of music-making with orchids. Three modules will feature plant-inspired soundscapes (Orchid Music Ultrasonic), an orchid DNA installation (Orchid DNA DJ) and a collection of plant-tech objects (O-Things). At 12:30 pm, join Kojลก as he performs live on his laptop, mixing sonic and ultrasonic soundscapes. After, try out the Orchid DNA DJ installation and join Kojลก for guided tour of the exhibit.
Location: 2000 Convention Ctr Dr, Miami Beach, FL 331399
10 AM โ 2 PM: The WolfsonianโFIU will feature Harry Clarkeโs stained-glass masterpiece called the Geneva Window. In honor of the installation, the facility will present a glass-inspired activity with shatterproof materials that attendees can take home.
Location: 1001 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
10 AM โ 2 PM: Miami Beach Urban Studios welcomes participants of all ages for activations at its galleries. At the FIU SoA Miami Beach Urban Studios, attendees will learn the basics of DJing with DJ Shmu inspired by the exhibition Beats, Pics & Masters. At the FIU Miami Beach Visual Arts Gallery, young filmmakers will learn how to design and build miniature sets using cardboard led by artist Maria Lino. Families can see the exhibition, โWandering Strangersโ and leave with a ready-to-film set.
Location: 420 Lincoln Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139
10 AM โ 2 PM: O, Miami will host a friendly workshop for beginners on basic flower pressing techniques with an accompanying poetry lesson combining art, nature and mental health at the Miami Beach Regional Library's YOUMake Space.
Location: 227 22nd St, Miami Beach, FL 33139
10 AM โ 2 PM: Moonlighter Fablab presents BATHGATE: The Machinist Sculptor, an exhibition exploring form, function, the industrial and the handmade. Inspired by the exhibition, participants will use tools and resources to design and build cardboard structures.
Location: 1661 Pennsylvania Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
10 AM โ 2 PM: Strut down iconic Ocean Drive with your beloved pets in South Beachโs first ever pet parade presented by Miami Beach residents in partnership with the Ocean Drive Association, Miami-Dade County Animal Services and the Miami Beach Mayor and City Commission. In addition to the parade, the Miami Beach Promenade Pet Parade will offer an array of pet-focused activities, including pet-related vendors offering unique goods and services, adoption opportunities and vaccines.
Location: Lummus Park and 14 Place
10 AM โ 4 PM: Miami Beach Pride Festival invites families โ and their furry friends โ for a day of joy and celebration at the 2025 Miami Beach Pride Family Picnic! Pride Park will come alive with bounce houses, outdoor games, crafts and character meet and greets for all ages.
Location: 1809 Meridian Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
11 AM โ 12 PM: Miami Beach OnStage! presents Pablo Cano's Musical Marionettes with artist Pablo Cano and opera singer Maria Elena Vallejo in person at the Miami Beach Botanical Garden. Cano's world is a whimsical blend of space, movement and the magic of found objects, where every performance is a surreal adventure into the heart of imagination.
Location: 2000 Convention Ctr Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139
11 AM โ 3 PM: The Jewish Museum of Florida-FIU will host "Our Family and Florida," where families will discover the past through an oral history mini-project. Participating children will build a family tree, interview their families and contextualize their stories. Families will connect their experiences to histories of migration, Florida and the world.
Location: 301 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
12 PM โ 3 PM: At Lincoln Road families can enjoy a fun day with free miniature golf. Children 10 and under can learn how to ride a bike from 12 - 3 p.m. at the Euclid Oval.
Location: 660 Lincoln Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139
6 PM โ 10 PM: The Miami Beach Bandshell/Rhythm Foundation will host the We are Family Roller Disco featuring DJs Nikita Green and Yung Algebra with skate hosts All Skates Go To Heaven. Free skates rentals available for Miami Beach residents and $10 for non-residents. All ages and skate abilities are welcome! Non-skaters can enjoy the tunes from the deck.
Location: 7275 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33141
For additional details and the cityโs dedicated event trolley map, click here.
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March 24, 2025
โ The annual VACC Camp Beach Day returns to Miami Beach on Tuesday, March 25 โ
Miami Beach, FL โ The Miami Beach Fire Department will join Nicklaus Childrenโs Hospital on Tuesday, March 25 in presenting the 39th annual Dr. Moises Simpser Ventilation Assisted Childrenโs Center Camp (VACC Camp) at Nikki Beach starting at 10 a.m.
This heartwarming event provides a special beach experience for children and their families who rely on oxygen, tracheostomies and/or ventilators. Participants from around the country can swim, play games and connect with others in a supportive and inclusive environment.
As part of the event, Miami Beach firefighters will set up wheelchair-accessible paths along the sand to ensure that the children can safely reach the water. Special waterproof wheelchairs will also be available to allow the children to experience the ocean comfortably, while handheld ventilators will be used by participants who rely on respiratory support to breathe freely in the water. Medical personnel and volunteers from Nicklaus Childrenโs Hospital will also be on-site to assist with any medical needs.
โOur firefighters are happy to volunteer each year, helping create special moments for the children and their families,โ said Miami Beach Fire Chief Digna Abello. โTheir smiles remind us why we serve, and weโre proud to be part of Nicklaus Childrenโs Hospitalโs VACC Camp Beach Day.โ
Founded in 1986 by Dr. Simpser, VACC Camp became the first weeklong camp in the country designed for ventilation-assisted children and their families. Over a span of nearly four decades, the camp has welcomed more than 250 families from the United States and beyond with unforgettable experiences and a strong sense of community. The annual beach day remains a highlight of the camp, offering families a chance to relax, bond and make lasting memories.
WHAT: VACC Camp Beach Day
WHEN: Tuesday, March 25 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
WHERE: Behind Nikki Beach, 1 Ocean Drive
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