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( www.goombayfestivalcoconutgrove.com )
A massive festival, held in the first week of June, which celebrates Bahamian culture.
Miami Museum Month CULTURAL
( www.miamimuseummonth.com )
An excellent chance to see and hang out in some of the best museums in the city in the
midst of happy hours, special exhibitions and lectures.
July & August
The most beastly, humidity-drenched days are during these months, when locals either va-
cation elsewhere or spend their days melting on the beach.
Independence Day Celebration HOLIDAY
(Bayfront Park)
July 4 is marked with excellent fireworks, a laser show and live music that draw more than
100,000 people to breezy Bayfront Park.
Miami Spice Restaurant Month FOOD
( www.Ilovemiamispice.com )
Top restaurants around Miami offer prix-fixe lunches and dinners to try to lure folks out
during the heat wave.
September & October
The days and nights are still steamy and the start of school brings back college students.
International Ballet Festival DANCE
( www.internationalballetfestival.org )
Some of the most important ballet talent in the world performs at venues across the city.
Great Grove Bed Race RACE
( www.thegreatgrovebedrace.com )