Explore South Florida’s African American communities and culture through food, music, art and dance events throughout February. 2023 focuses on "Black Resistance" exploring how African Americans have resisted historic and ongoing oppression. Here’s a roundup:
WHAT: Trivia, book discussions, art workshops and storytelling at Broward County Library;
WHEN: Various dates in Feb.
WHERE: Broward County Library branches
MORE INFO: Black History Month Broward
WHAT: A month of special events, including free yoga classes, a clergy luncheon and prayer service, 5K run and Afro-Carib Festival.
WHEN: February
WHERE: Various locations in Miramar
MORE INFO: Black History Month, Miramar
WHAT: Take a free eco-history tour at the park, one of the few beaches open to Miami-s African American community during segregation, now a protected park on the National Register of Historic Places.
WHEN: Every Wed., Fri. and Sat. during Feb.
WHERE: 4020 Virginia Beach Dr., Miami
MORE INFO: Eco-History Tours
WHAT: Music, dance, food and fun for the whole family, celebrating the contributions and achievements of the African and Caribbean American communities.
WHEN: Fri., Feb. 3, 6-10pm
WHERE: Jaco Pastorius Park, 4000 N. Dixie Hwy.
MORE INFO: Oakland Park Soul Fest
WHAT: This year’s festival is an afternoon of free, family-friendly activities that include a dance workshop, children’s book readings, vendor marketplace, community mural painting and performances by the Rev. Melvin Dawson & The Genesis Fellowship Delegation and Victoria Blue.
WHEN: Feb. 4, 3pm-7pm
WHERE: Adrienne Arsht Center, Thompson Plaza of the Arts, 1300 Biscayne Blvd.
MORE INFO: Heritage Fest
WHAT: Dining and dancing in honor of Black History Month.
WHEN: Fri., Feb. 10, 8pm-1am
WHERE: The Creative Spot, 1222 NE 163 St.
MORE INFO: Black History Gala
WHAT: A discussion with Magdalena Lamarre about enslaved Africans who sought to regain their freedom and fought to maintain it, establishing "free towns" in Florida when the territory was part of the Spanish empire. Escaping slavery using Florida's Underground Railroad, they lived free before the abolition of slavery in the United States.
WHEN: Sat., Feb. 11, 10:30am-noon
WHERE: Brockway Memorial Library, 10021 NE 2 Ave.
MORE INFO: Florida's Underground Railroad
WHAT: In partnership with Miami-Dade College's Gibson Education Center, an exploration of the National Black History Month theme: Resistance.
WHEN: Wed., Feb. 15, 6-9pm
WHERE: Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, 3251 S Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: Vizcaya Late
WHAT: Heroes in My House: A Magical Journey through Black History
WHEN: Sat., Feb. 18, 2-3
WHERE: Coral Square, 9469 W Atlantic Blvd.
MORE INFO: Black History Month Celebration
WHAT: Caribbean culture is a part of Black history! This free event features musical artists curated by Miami Light Project in partnership with Community Arts and Culture, including Haitian singer Emeline Michel, Tabou Combo, Papaloko and Loray Mistik, Inez Barlatier, Cortadito and teh Spam Allstars and other guests, plus food trucks and other vendors.
WHEN: Feb. 18 beginning at 1pm
WHERE: Oak Grove Park, 690 NE 159th St, Miami
MORE INFO: Oak Grove Fest
WHAT: Take a walk down Black Music memory lane and listen to African-rooted music like R&B, jazz, funk, hip-hop, the blues and more, plus free passed hors d’oeuvre, a liquor tasting, live performances, poetry reading and more.
WHEN: Sun., Feb. 19, 2pm-6 pm
WHERE: Brickell City Centre’s Garden Deck, 701 S Miami Ave.
MORE INFO: Diversity of the African Diaspora
WHAT: Miami’s largest outdoor-food market, will be partnering up with Derrick Turton from World Famous House of Mac to celebrate Black History Month. The weekend celebrations will honor Black History Month with a live Junkanoo parade, steel pan music and a stilt dancer by Island Groove Entertainment. Junkanoo performers decked in colorful costumes and masks will lead the parade with cow bells, whistles, drums and a horn player. Children will receive whistles and join the parade. There’ll be live performances by reggae artist Sherine Campbell and guitarist Kenzy Lafrance.Smorgasburg Miami will be decorated with flags and banners celebrating Black History Month. On the culinary side, Smorgasburg’s vendors and guest vendors will showcase special dishes that will only be available during this weekend celebration. Guest vendors include Island Cooking with Afrochef Lela with Caribbean Jerk Chicken, Wholly Smoke BBQ with Southern Smoked Brisket, Naomi’s Garden with her popular Jerk Chicken, Eat Inn Cheat with Healthy Soul Food, Kome Oyster and Sushi Bar with Fried Chicken and Waffles and World Famous House of Mac with of course, gourmet Jerk mac and cheese and more.
WHEN: Feb. 25-26, noon-7pm
WHERE: 2600 NW 2nd Ave.
MORE INFO: Smorgasburg Miami Black History Month
WHAT: Participants work together in family groups to create African instruments and write a brief family narrative.
WHEN: Feb. 25, noon-3pm
WHERE: Betty T. Ferguson Recreational Complex, 3000 NW 199 St.
MORE INFO: Art & Culture in the Gardens
WHAT: Music, food trucks, games, prizes, activities for kids, gaming area and more.
WHEN: Sat., Feb. 15, 5-9pm
WHERE: Losner Park, 18 N. Krome Ave.
MORE INFO: Black History Celebration
WHAT: Annual black tie event celebrating local pioneers past and present. This year’s theme, “Making a Difference,” is dedicated to the contributions of African-American pioneers across five categories.
WHEN: Sat., Feb. 25, 6pm-9pm
WHERE: Pompano Beach Cultural Center, 50 W Atlantic Blvd.
MORE INFO: Pioneer Ball
WHAT: A night of free music, poetry, and art in celebration of Black History Month sponsored by Bookleggers. Enjoy electronic music duo Paperwater @paperwater, poet Darius Daughtry @dariusdaughtry, designer Rebecca Lee of Blavk Jewelry @blavkjewelry, the Bookleggers mobile Bookbike sponsored by the Jorge M. Perez Family Foundation, and delicious local food and drinks from Naomi’s Garden. The event is free but registration is required. All ages are welcome! A parent or legal guardian should accompany minors ages 15 and below.
WHEN: Sat., Feb. 25, 6pm-9pm
WHERE: The Underline - Brickell Backyard, SW 1 Avenue and SW 8 Street, Brickell District
MORE INFO: Black Art Celebration
WHAT: This outdoor food market, in collaboration with Derrick Turton of World Famous House of Mac, celebrates Black history by featuring Black-owned businesses, special guest vendors, live music and performances, including a Junkanoo parade, steel drum band, reggae and more.
WHEN: Feb 25-26, noon-7pm
WHERE: 2600 NW 2 Ave.
MORE INFO: Smorgasburg Miami
WHAT: Free food distribution, free health screenings, a dozen community partners including Eat Well Exchange, the Resource Room, Metro Mommy Agency, performances from DJ Big Will, musicians Frankie and Mikah and the Booker T. Washington Marching Band, capoeira, yoga and Zumba classes, a talk on food insecurity by Urban Oasis and a bounce house for the kids! Artist Tori Scott will be unveiling her new artwork on the Overtown Community Fridge! Presented in collaboration with Buddy System MIA, Food Rescue US Sourh Florida and the Overtown Optimist Club.
WHEN: Sun., Feb. 26
WHERE: Theodore Gibson Park, 350 NW 12 St.
MORE INFO: Buddy System MIA
WHAT: The nation’s foremost urban-centric, plant-based food, spirit and wellness festival presented by The Hungry Black Man Media and the City of Miami Beach. Enjoy dishes like vegan oxtail. jerk, collard greens, peach cobbler plus live music and fun for the family.
WHEN: April 20-23
WHERE: Ocean Drive between 6th and 7th Ave.
MORE INFO: Soul Vegan Festival
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WHAT: Throughout the month of February, guests can enjoy this special cocktail made with Uncle Neared 1856 whiskey, charred corn syrup and bitters. To commemorate and honor African- American heritage, Uncle Nearest is donating a portion of all the proceeds to HBCUs (Historically Black Colleges & Universities). 1 Hotel has pledged to match this contribution.
WHEN: Feb. 1-28
WHERE: 2341 Collins Ave.
MORE INFO: Uncle Nearest Old Fashioned
WHAT: Chef Akino West, Bianca Sanon, chef Cleophus Hetherington, chef Tristen Epps and chef Tracey Marionneaux are hosting a special dinner party to honor longtime Miami Herald columnist Bea Hines.
WHEN: Feb. 28
WHERE: Rosie's The Backyard, 7127 NW 2 Ave., Little River
MORE INFO: Tickets go on sale on resy.com Mon., Feb. 13
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