MIAMI-DADE
Aqua Girl XVI: March 13 to 17
Boasted as the largest charity event in the world for women, Aqua Girl is a four-day celebration of women with speed dating, pool parties, musical performances, karaoke, and more. The headlining act for the weekend is Tamara Sky. All proceeds go to the Aqua Foundation for Women, benefitting LGBT wellness and equality. Throughout Miami Beach.
Summer Shorts: June 4 to 28
It’s all about short and fast hits of comedy in the center’s summer program, now in its 20th year! Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, 1300 Biscayne Blvd. in Miami. Call 305.949.6722.
Mystery, Mayhem, and Miami Vice Crime Bus Tour: June 5
Learn more about the city in through a unique coach tour Dr. Paul George, the man who truly knows Miami inside and out. As you explore the nooks and crannies of Miami, he’ll tell you about the attempted assassination of Franklin D. Roosevelt, spots where “Miami Vice” was filmed, and the spooky residents at the Miami City Cemetery. For more information click here. HistoryMiami, 101 W. Flagler St. in Miami. Call 305.375.1621
Miami Marlins vs. New York Yankees: June 15 to 18
Cheer on our Miami Marlins in the new stadium in Little Haiti as they take on the New York Yankees. Watch the animatronic sculpture come to life whenever the team makes a home run and cheer on your favorite sea creature as they run the bases in the middle of the sixth inning.
Marlins Park, 501 Marlins Way in Miami. Call 305.480.1300.
BROWARD
Asian Pacific American Heritage Celebration: May 9 and 10
In celebration of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, the whole family is invited to learn about the culture with interactive activities and displays. Attend the Big Kahuna Surf School, watch Ronin Taiko drummers shake the museum with sound, dress up in kimonos, admire bonsai trees, and much more.Museum of Discovery and Science, 401 SW Second St. in Fort Lauderdale. Call 954.467.6637.
New Kids on the Block: June 4
Were you a Jordan or Joey fan? The '80s boy band that started it all is back in action! With hits like “Cover Girl,” “Hangin’ Tough,” “Step by Step” and other favorites, the group will be joined on stage with RnB girl group, TLC, and rapper, Nelly. The BB&T Center, One Panther Parkway in Sunrise. Call 954.835.7000.
Charli XCX: June 15
The British pop star returns to the Revolution stage. After making a name for herself while providing vocals on Iggy Azalea’s “Fancy,” she dropped two hits of her own: “Boom Clap” and “Break the Rules.” Revolution Live, 100 SW Third Ave. in Fort Lauderdale. Call 954.449.1025.