Coral Gables Magazine

Peter London Global Dance Company & Frost Studio Jazz Band
2026-02-05 19:30 (America/Halifax) | UM Gusman Concert Hall, 1314 Miller Drive
Composer and trumpeter Etienne Charles joins the Frost Studio Jazz Band and the Peter London Global Dance Company for an interdisciplinary performance uniting live music and contemporary dance. The program features Charles’s suites “Bacchanal Tuesday,” “As an Offering,” and “Green Thumb,” paired with world premiere choreography by Peter London. With spoken introductions by Charles and a Creole inspired opening, the evening traces Caribbean history and cultural memory through rhythm and movement, presenting a collaborative work that bridges jazz composition and dance.

Old Masters in Context featuring Dr. Andaleeb Banta: Sofonisba Anguissola and the Exceptional Woman Artist
2026-02-05 18:30 - 20:30 | Lowe Art Museum, 1301 Stanford Drive, Coral Gables, FL, 33146
Sofonisba Anguissola, widely recognized as the first woman in European art history to achieve international acclaim as a painter, is the focus of this art history lecture. Drawing from “The Holy Family with Saints Anne and John the Baptist” from the Lowe Art Museum collection, Andaleeb Banta, Andrew W. Mellon Senior Curator of Prints and Drawings at the National Gallery of Art, examines Anguissola’s career within the broader context of women’s artistic production in pre modern Europe.

Burgerliscious 14! Block Party
2026-02-05 17:30 - 2026-02-06 21:00 | Alhambra Circle, 201 Alhambra Circle, Coral Gables, Florida, 33134, United States
The Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce hosts the 14th annual Burgerliscious festival, a ticketed outdoor block party featuring burger tastings from local restaurants, beer by Sam Adams, and live music. Participating spots range from steakhouses and neighborhood favorites to bakeries and dessert shops.

An Evening with Ann Packer in conversation with John Dufresne
2026-02-04 19:00 | Books & Books, 265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables, FL, 33143
Join a literary conversation centered on a novel by Ann Packer that examines a long marriage shaped by love, illness, and an unexpected final request. The story follows Eliot and Claire, married for nearly four decades, as Eliot navigates caregiving and intimacy during the last chapter of Claire’s life after a prolonged cancer diagnosis. As long held assumptions about partnership and devotion are challenged, the novel raises questions about how well we truly know those closest to us. Moderated by John Dufresne, the discussion explores marriage, identity, moral choice, and the emotional realities of end of life decisions.

Tour of Italy Wine Dinner: Southern Italy
2026-02-03 18:00 - 22:00 | The Biltmore Hotel, 1200 Anastasia Ave.
Join the Biltmore Hotel for a seated wine dinner centered on the flavors and wines of Southern Italy. The evening features a Mediterranean inspired menu by Calabrian chef Francesco Pescatore, paired by sommelier Jorge Lopez with a focused selection of aromatic whites and full bodied reds from Campania, Puglia, Molise, Etna, and Sicily.

Guests will be guided through the region by a specialist in Southern Italian wine, with each course designed to highlight its pairing. The menu includes Insalata di Mare with Masseria Li Veli Askos Verdeca from Salento, Fileja with nduja and Tenute Nicosia Monte Gorna Etna Rosso, Polpo alla Luciana paired with Di Majo Norante Sassius Aglianico Riserva, and a classic Cassata served with Ingham Marsala Superiore.

Sunday Brunch
2026-02-01 00:00 - 16:00 | La Taberna, 254 Giralda Avenue
Savor a Spanish-inspired brunch featuring tapas, savory plates, and sweet treats, paired with Bottomless Cava-Mosas ($39/person) or sangria pitchers. Menu highlights include Huevos Estrellados, La Española omelet, Chistorras a la Casuela, Pizza Mañanera, España en Miami croqueta preparada, and Catalan Waffles.

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The Fly
2026-01-31 22:00 | Coral Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Ave.
In this remake of the classic science fiction horror film, Jeff Goldblum stars as a scientist whose experimental teleportation device malfunctions, causing his DNA to fuse with that of a housefly. As the experiment’s effects intensify, his physical and mental transformation accelerates beyond his control.

Geena Davis plays a journalist who becomes closely involved in his work and is forced to confront the consequences of the experiment as the scientist’s human traits begin to erode. The film explores themes of scientific ambition, bodily transformation, and loss of identity through a blend of psychological tension and practical special effects.

Tickets:$5 (After Hours members), $8 (cinema members), $11.75 and under (nonmembers)

Jazz Night
2026-01-31 20:00 | The Globe, 377 Alhambra Circle
The Globe’s beloved Saturday jazz nights are still going strong, drawing music lovers to one of Coral Gables’ most iconic live music venues. Expect a high-energy blend of Afro-Cuban rhythms and vibrant jazz in an intimate, old-world setting. Since 1996, this neighborhood staple has spotlighted everything from straight-ahead jazz to reggae. No cover charge. Tables available for dinner reservations of four or more.

Rockin' Rachmaninoff
2026-01-31 19:30 | Gusman Concert Hall, 1280 Stanford Drive
Pianists Ana Ivanchenko and Santiago Rodriguez perform works by Sergei Rachmaninoff, including selections from the Two Piano Suites, the Prelude in C sharp minor known as The Bells of Moscow, and the composer’s Polka. The program highlights Rachmaninoff’s range across solo and two piano repertoire.

Conservation Concert featuring Take Sixx 2026
2026-01-31 19:00 - 22:00 | Tropical Audubon Society, 5530 Sunset Drive
The Sweet Sixteen Conservation Concert season opens on Saturday, January 31, with a live performance by Take Sixx on the Doc Thomas House Keystone Stage. The founding band returns to inaugurate the Winter concert series, continuing a tradition rooted in community support and volunteerism.

Take Sixx features original members Dr. Steve Chavoustie on keyboard and organ, Dr. Ron Sancetta on vocals, and is joined by Dr. Manuel Melo Bicchi on lead guitar, Alek Millares on drums, Annika Quenbeck on vocals, and Dr. Juan Arango on bass guitar.

Food will be available from Nacho Bizness Food Truck, with beer and wine offered at the RNDC Donation Bird Bar. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and friends. A limited number of picnic tables and folding chairs will be available on a first come basis.

Weekend Guided Tour
2026-01-31 14:00 | Merrick House, 907 Coral Way, Coral Gables, FL, 33134
Step back into the 1920s with a visit to the Coral Gables Merrick House, a historic residence listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Docent guided tours lead visitors through 14 furnished rooms that reflect the home’s original design and early Coral Gables history. The surrounding 1.3 acre property includes a historic grotto home to multiple fish species, the Heritage Garden, a lily pond, and landscaped grounds. The wraparound porch offers a view of the gardens and serves as a popular setting for photography. Additional details on tour fees, rentals, and upcoming programs are available below.

Adults: $5

Seniors & Military: $3

Students (over 12): $3

Students (under 12): $1

Children (under 6): Free

Chewy Bark Park Grand Opening on The Underline
2026-01-31 10:00 - 13:00 | The Underline in Coral Gables, 4500 Ponce de Leon Blvd, Coral Gables, Florida, 33146, United States
Join The Underline for the opening of Chewy Bark Park, a new community space for South Florida pet parents and their pups. Located along The Underline in Coral Gables, Chewy Bark Park opens its gates for a day of play, treats, giveaways, and neighborhood fun. Designed with Miami pet life in mind, the park features cooling turf, hydration stations, and open areas for morning fetch, weekend playdates, and everyday time outdoors with your dog.

California Golden Bears at Miami Hurricanes’ Men’s Basketball
2026-01-31 04:00 - 18:00 | Watsco Center, 1245 Dauer Drive
Come watch the Miami Hurricanes’ men’s basketball team take on California!

Patti Austin & The Henry Mancini Institute Orchestra
2026-01-30 19:30 | Gusman Concert Hall, 1280 Stanford Drive
GRAMMY Award-winning vocalist Patti Austin joins the Henry Mancini Institute Orchestra and Big Band for an evening honoring the music of composer and arranger Patrick Williams. The concert focuses on Williams’ wide-ranging body of work across jazz, film, and orchestral music, highlighting his long-standing influence on American music.

Williams received 16 GRAMMY nominations and a Pulitzer Prize nomination for An American Concerto. His compositions and arrangements have been performed and recorded by artists including Frank Sinatra, Eddie Daniels, and Tom Scott. Patti Austin was a frequent collaborator, recording several of his works such as the GRAMMY-nominated 52nd and Broadway and selections from Home Suite Home and Sinatraland.

The program is presented in two sets. The first features orchestral works that reflect Williams’ approach to form, rhythm, and texture. The second shifts to big band arrangements, with Austin performing selections associated with her career and her collaborations with Williams. The concert also includes music from “For Ella,” Austin’s album honoring Ella Fitzgerald, showcasing Williams’ arrangements of songs from the Great American Songbook.

Together, the performance offers an overview of Patrick Williams’ musical legacy through the lens of a longtime collaborator, supported by full orchestra and big band ensembles.

An Evening with Robert Hacker
2026-01-30 19:00 | Books & Books, 265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables, FL, 33143
Join author Robert H. Hacker for an evening celebrating the release of his new book, The Renaissance Rewired. The event is free and open to the public, with books available for purchase on site. An RSVP provides general entry, though seating is limited and not guaranteed.

“The Renaissance Rewired” examines how emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and advanced modeling are reshaping government, education, and civic systems. The book explores the need for more adaptive, networked approaches to governance and learning, with an emphasis on transparency, collaboration, and preparing institutions for a technology-driven future.

Hacker serves as Director of StartUP FIU, a university-wide program at Florida International University focused on innovation and entrepreneurship. He is the author of four books and a frequent speaker on artificial intelligence and the Fourth Industrial Revolution.

Singing in the New Year: Karaoke Fundraiser
2026-01-30 18:00 - 21:00 | Birdie Bistro, 2001 Granada Blvd, Coral Gables, Florida, 33134, United States
The Coral Gables Woman’s Club hosts “Singing in the New Year,” a karaoke fundraiser at Birdie Bistro. The evening combines open karaoke with a fundraising effort in support of the club’s ongoing community initiatives.

Guests are invited to participate in karaoke throughout the night, with performances open to all experience levels. A $30 cover charge benefits the Coral Gables Woman’s Club. Food and beverages will be available for purchase on site.

Parents Night Out
2026-01-30 18:00 - 21:00 | Coral Gables Country Club, 997 North Greenway Drive, Coral Gables
Parents, reclaim your Friday night!

At the Coral Gables Golf & Country Club, enjoy a date night, catch up with friends, or simply unwind while your kids have fun at the kids lounge. Kids activities include arts & crafts, video games, table games, group activities, and more.

Fees

ResidentCharge When Not Billed:CC Club Kids Fee Residents (Standard Fee): $18.69 + $1.31 Tax = $20.00 (Discount Applied)

Non-ResidentCharge When Not Billed: CC Club Kids Fee Non-Residents (Standard Fee): $24.30 + $1.70 Tax = $26.00 (Discount Applied)

Armenet and Friends with Luke Fleming, Viola
2026-01-29 19:30 | Sanctuary of the Arts, 410 Andalusia Ave
The second concert of the Amernet and Friends chamber music series takes place January 29 at the Sanctuary of the Arts, featuring guest violist Luke Fleming. Presented by The Wertheim, the program continues the Amernet String Quartet’s ongoing role as FIU’s Artists in Residence Ensemble and their commitment to presenting chamber music of depth and range.

Internationally recognized for their stylistic versatility and ensemble precision, the Amernet String Quartet has built a strong reputation through performances that balance technical clarity with thoughtful interpretation. Their presence has become a defining part of South Florida’s classical music scene, as well as FIU’s music education mission.

Joining the quartet is Luke Fleming, a Juilliard-trained violist praised by the Philadelphia Inquirer for his “glowing refinement.” Fleming is the founding director of both the Manhattan Chamber Players and the Crescent City Chamber Music Festival. He has performed with ensembles including the Escher, Modigliani, and Orion Quartets and is widely regarded for his contributions as both a performer and educator.

The Amernet and Friends Concert Series is made possible through the support of The Wertheim and the Funding Arts Network.

Yamahai + Aged Sake Pairing Dinner
2026-01-29 19:00 | Shojo’s Dojo inside of Threefold Cafe, 141 Giralda Ave, Coral Gables, Florida, 33134, United States
Shojo’s Dojo inside Threefold Cafe hosts a sake pairing dinner beginning at 7:00 pm. The four course dinner pairs dishes from Pin Pan Pollomia with a curated selection of sake, followed by dessert by Manas JP Bread Miami.

The evening includes four sake pairings and one welcome sake cocktail. The dinner is led by Haidar, known as The Thirsty Samurai, ranked sixth in the world among Masters of Sake. Guests will learn about Yamahai and aged sake styles while tasting selections prepared specifically for the pairing.

Seating is limited to 20 guests.

Music at McBride Plaza: Frost Opera Theater
2026-01-29 17:30 - 19:30 | McBride Plaza, 150 Miracle Mile
The next of the 2026 season of Music at McBride Plaza features the esteemed Frost Opera Theater, presented by the University of Miami.

Stanford Cardinal at Miami Hurricanes’ Men’s Basketball
2026-01-28 21:00 - 23:00 | Watsco Center, 1245 Dauer Drive
Come watch the Miami Hurricanes’ men’s basketball team take on Stanford!

Jimmy Rodriguez Live at Abbracci
2026-01-28 19:00 - 22:00 | Caffe Abbracci, 318 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, Florida, 33135, United States
Jimmy Rodriguez performs an evening of Boleros Clásicos at Abbracci on Wednesday, January 28, from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm. The live performance takes place in the restaurant’s private dining room. Guests wishing to be seated in that space should note the request when making a dinner reservation. Reservations are available online or by phone (305) 441-0700.

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José Martí Day Ceremony
2026-01-28 10:30 - 11:30 | Santillane Ave & E Ponce De Leon Blvd Intersection, Coral Gables, fl, 33134
The City of Coral Gables will mark the birth anniversary of José Martí, Cuba’s national hero and an enduring voice for liberty, education, and peace, with a commemorative ceremony at Freedom Plaza.

The public is invited to attend the ceremony, which reflects on Martí’s lasting influence and his message of human dignity and unity.

Gilda
2026-01-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Coral Gables Branch Library, 3443 Segovia Street
Johnny Farrell arrives in Buenos Aires as a small time American gambler and quickly finds himself caught cheating at a blackjack table. He talks his way into a job with casino owner Ballin Mundson, forming a partnership built on shared ambition and moral flexibility. The dynamic shifts when Mundson introduces his new wife, Gilda, who is revealed to be Farrell’s former lover, complicating loyalties and power inside the casino world.

An Evening with Karelia Carbonell
2026-01-25 17:00 - 18:30 | Books & Books, 265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables, FL, 33143
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This compelling work sheds light on a lesser-known yet significant chapter of Coral Gables’ architectural evolution, celebrating the city’s embrace of Modernism in the mid-20th century. With a shared passion for history, architecture, and preservation, Martinez, Carbonell, and Fitzgerald have been documenting the diverse architectural styles of Coral Gables for years. This collaboration offers a fresh perspective on the city’s distinctive modern structures, built between 1960 and 1980, highlighting the transformative role they played in shaping the built environment.

Big Trouble in Little China
2026-01-24 22:00 - 23:40 | Coral Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Ave.
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Kurt Russell stars as truck-driving, tough-guy Jack Burton in this mystical action-adventure-comedy-kung-fu-monster-ghost-story film about the imaginary world under Chinatown where ancient Chinese ghosts and evil spirits dwell.

Jazz Night at The Globe
2026-01-24 20:00 | The Globe, 377 Alhambra Circle

Mike Gerber: Pianist Extraordinaire
2026-01-24 19:00 | Sanctuary of the Arts, 410 Andalusia Ave
Pianist Mike Gerber presents a program that reflects his dual foundation in classical technique and jazz improvisation. Gerber is recognized in South Florida for his long-standing contributions to the region’s music community and for his distinctive blend of structure and spontaneity at the keyboard.

Blind and partially deaf since birth, Gerber began performing at an early age and made his debut with the St. Louis Symphony Orchestra at 15. He later studied at the University of Miami and has worked with artists including Dizzy Gillespie, Jaco Pastorius, and Pat Metheny. His performances highlight both technical command and an exploratory approach to improvisation.

Presenting Organization: Bell Productions of Florida

Coral Gables Museum Annual Gala
2026-01-24 18:00 - 2026-01-25 00:00 | Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Avenue
The Coral Gables Museum’s 2026 Gala introduces a forward-looking concept designed to highlight the city’s next chapter. This year’s theme focuses on innovation, design, and the role of cultural institutions in shaping the urban future of Coral Gables. The event transforms the Museum into a sleek, immersive environment that reflects the city’s evolution and its growing commitment to creative and technological progress.

Coral Gables Museum Annual Gala
2026-01-24 18:00 - 23:59 | Coral Gables Museum, 285 Aragon Ave, Coral Gables, Florida, 33134, United States
The Coral Gables Museum presents its 2026 Gala with a theme centered on innovation, design, and the role of cultural institutions in shaping the urban future of Coral Gables. The evening marks a milestone moment as the Museum enters its second century, positioning the Gala as both a celebration and a strategic investment in The City Beautiful’s next chapter.

For the event, the Museum is reimagined as a sleek, immersive environment that reflects Coral Gables’ evolving identity and growing engagement with creative and technological progress. Guests move through spaces shaped by contemporary design, light driven installations, and a modern culinary program designed for a focused, high impact experience.

The Gala also recognizes individuals whose leadership continues to influence Coral Gables’ civic and cultural landscape. This year’s honors highlight those shaping the city’s direction and reinforcing the values guiding its future growth.

Proceeds from the evening directly support the Coral Gables Museum’s mission. Sponsorships and contributions strengthen the Museum’s ability to develop exhibitions, educational initiatives, and public programs that respond to a changing city and an expanded vision for civic engagement.

The 2026 Gala brings together civic leaders, philanthropists, business executives, and cultural innovators for an evening centered on connection, visibility, and shared investment in Coral Gables’ future.
