Video Games @ the Library. Chill out with a Nintendo Switch and some light competition. Whether you’re playing solo or tag-teaming with a buddy, it’s two hours of low-stress, high-score fun. Virrick Park Branch, 3255 Plaza Street. Friday 6/27 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Free.
Free Food Distribution. County Commissioner Raquel Regalado’s office invites those in need to drive through, pop your trunk, and take home a bundle of fresh groceries for the weekend. First come, first served. 2805 Southwest 32nd Avenue. Friday 6/27 from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Free.
Saturday Movie Matinee: Dog Man. Half dog, half cop, all bark and bite. Bring the whole crew for a family-friendly flick and some snacks on the side. Coconut Grove Branch Library, 2875 McFarlane Road. Saturday 6/28 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Free. All ages welcome.
Emancipendence! The 2nd Annual Juneteenth and Florida Emancipation Day Celebration features performances from local churches, schools, civic groups, and more. Come early for a light brunch before the show. Sanctuary of the Arts, 136 Frow Ave. Sunday 6/29 at 2:00 p.m. Free.
The most expensive show in Miami. And you can have a front row seat as the $3.5 Billion-with-a-B budget for the City of Miami is presented for your amazement. This is an audience participation show, as the cast of the Office of Management and Budget invites you to join in. It’s half scripted, half improv as the staff starts with prompts and you take it from there with your questions and comments. Two local performances. Virrick Park, 3255 Plaza Street on Monday 6/30 at 6:30 p.m. and Shenandoah Park’s Recreation Building, 1800 SW 21st Avenue on Tuesday 7/1 at 6:30 p.m. No copies of the program were available prior to the Spotlight going to press, but you can get more information here or by calling the cast’s office at 305-416-1500.
Community Painting Club. Paint, sip (your own coffee), and vibe out with other art lovers. Bring your own materials and get creative together. Coconut Grove Branch Library, 2875 McFarlane Road. Monday 6/30 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Free. All ages.
BINGO Night for Kids. B-4. I-1-2. Let’s Go! Everyone’s a winner when you’re playing the most classic game of chance. Shenandoah Branch Library, 2111 Southwest 19th Street. Tuesday 7/1 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Free. For ages 6–12. Free.
Grove & Glory: Your July Fourth Rundown. Ready for sparklers, marching bands, and centennial sky shows? This Fourth of July, Miami’s got something for every kind of patriot—from neighborhood parades to historical readings to all-out fireworks finales. Here’s where to wave the flag and make the most of your red, white, and groove:
Launch your Fourth in the Grove with Out Loud Across America, a community celebration at the Woman’s Club. Bonus: It opens with lawn readings from the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution. Bring a chair, bring a blanket, bring your voice. Woman’s Club of Coconut Grove, 11:00 a.m. (readings), party 2:00–6:00 p.m. Free.
March to the Key for the annual Key Biscayne Fourth of July Parade—a hometown classic with everything from golf carts to baton twirlers. Crandon Boulevard, Key Biscayne, 11:00 a.m. Free.
Red, White & Grove. Cross the street from the Woman’s Club, claim your patch of grass, and let the red, white, and woo-hoo commence. The Miami Symphony Orchestra takes the stage under the stars, led by Maestro Eduardo Marturet in a patriotic power set. Taste of the Grove, presented by the Coconut Grove Business Improvement District, brings the bites, local restaurants bring the heat, and the Kids Zone keeps the little ones buzzing. Cap it all off with a drone-and-fireworks finale to light up the sky. Peacock Park, 2820 McFarlane Road. Friday 7/4 from 3:05 to 9:00 p.m. Free.
Glide into the evening at A Gables Fourth, the city’s centennial celebration at the Biltmore. Expect a live concert, a Coral Gables–themed drone show, and a grand finale fireworks display—plus food trucks and bike valet. Biltmore Hotel, Coral Gables, grounds open 5:00 p.m., concert 7:00 p.m., show at 9:00 p.m. Free.
Wherever you land, may your Fourth be loud, lit, and full of local love.
Yoga with (Uncle?) Sam. Recover from the Boom! Boom! Boom! with a gentle hour of movement, breath, and restoration. All levels welcome. Just bring a mat, wear something comfy, and come as you are. Shenandoah Branch Library, 2111 Southwest 19th Street. Saturday 7/5 from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. Free.
Matilda Jr. Roald Dahl’s pint-sized powerhouse hits the stage in a musical bursting with rebellion, imagination, and a whole lot of clever kids. Area Stage Black Box Theatre, 5701 Sunset Drive, Suite 286. Saturday and Sunday 7/5–7/6. Four performances only. Tickets.
Disney’s Tarzan. Go ape for this jungle-sized musical with heart, high-flying action, and Phil Collins on the soundtrack. Area Stage, The Shops at Sunset Place, 2nd floor. Opens Thursday 7/17. Shows Thursdays through Sundays at 2:00 and 7:00 p.m. Tickets.
Binding Histories. Make a book, share a story, and be part of a community art installation at Vizcaya. Drop-in workshops happen every weekend through mid-July. Vizcaya Village Garage, across from the main estate. Weekends through 7/13. Free with registration.
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Mango Festival. Juicy, joyful, and totally tropical. Fairchild’s famous fruit bash returns with rare varieties, mango-fueled dishes, cocktails, music, games, and more. Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road. Saturday and Sunday 7/12–7/13. Tickets online.
