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New plays, Classical Concerts & Street Fairs

Gables Farmers Market

Gables Farmers Market set up in front of Coral Gables City Hall, with green-and-white tents, local vendors, and shoppers walking through on a sunny day.

The Coral Gables Farmers Market will be open on each Saturday in March, from 8 am to 2 pm in front of Coral Gables City Hall. The open-air market features locally sourced produce, baked goods, gourmet meals, florals and specialty plants, along with rotating educational workshops and children’s activities. Family- and dog-friendly, it’s a relaxed way to spend a morning sampling local flavors or browsing artisan offerings in the heart of the Gables.

405 Biltmore Way
coralgables.com

Music at McBride

Staff Editor’s Note This month’s cover story is about the next wave of condominiums and townhomes rising, or soon to be rising, in and around the downtown. It looks at some of the market dynamics at play: the skyrocketing price tags for single-family homes in the Gables, the downsizing of empty nesters here in the city, the need to provide housing for young families that want to move here, and so forth. The simple fact is that there are no longer any affordable single-family homes in the Gables, not for anyone earning less than $100,000 a year. The same can be said for other parts of Miami-Dade, but here in the Gables the phenomenon is more pronounced: starter homes now start at over $1million. So, if you are a young professional just starting out, your options are to rent or to buy a condominium. Prices are already on the rise for these homes-in-the-sky as well, and the ones we feature in our roundup are more on the luxury end of the spectrum. But other, more affordable options are either here or on their way, especially in the North Gables. The good news in all this is that anyone who already owns a home here is sitting in the proverbial cat-bird seat. The valuation of homes in the last half-decade has risen astonishingly fast. According to figures compiled by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices EWM Realty, between 2019 and 2023, the median price of a single-family home in the Gables more than doubled, from $941,000 to $2,020,000. By comparison, prices of condos and townhomes in the Gables rose at half that pace, by about 50 percent, from $428,000 to $625,000. Both sets of prices have leveled off and come down a little bit, but the median price of a single-family home remains almost four times as much as the median price of a condo or townhome. The net result is that the average new resident’s ticket to the City Beautiful will come in the form of a vertical dwelling – a mid-rise condominium or a three-story townhome. 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Live music fills the early evening air during Music at McBride Plaza, a free, biweekly concert series running on Thurs., March 12 and Thurs., March 26 from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. Presented by the City of Coral Gables, the open-air performances spotlight emerging musicians from the University of Miami Frost School of Music, with rotating ensembles performing jazz, opera, Latin, folk, and contemporary styles. Concerts take place at McBride Plaza (adjacent to Barnes & Noble on Miracle Mile), with indoor performances at Actors’ Playhouse in the event of rain. Free and open to the public.

150 Miracle Mile
coralgables.com

Amernet’s Finale

The Amernet String Quartet closes its Coral Gables chamber series with a distinguished collaboration featuring acclaimed clarinetist Darko Brlek on March 12 at 7:30 pm. The New York Times has hailed the ensemble for its “exceptional technical command,”recognizing bold programming, expressive range, and commanding ensemble performance.

Tickets $33
Sanctuary of the Arts, 410 Andalusia Ave
sanctuaryofthearts.org

St. Patty’s Day street Fest

A Coral Gables tradition returns as John Martin’s Irish Pub & Restaurant hosts its 33rd annual St. Patrick’s Street Festival on Sat., March 14 at 2 pm. The outdoor celebration brings Irish music, themed food and drinks, games, and live entertainment to Miracle Mile, with a U2 tribute band headlining the festivities. Guests who RSVP can receive a complimentary shot glass at check-in. Proceeds support the Lil’ Abner Foundation.

Tickets are free with RSVP. 
253 Miracle Mile
johnmartins.com

Orchids in Bloom

More than 150,000 orchids fill Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden during the Orchids in Bloom festival, taking place March 14 and 15 from 10 am to 5 pm. Included with general admission ($25 for adults, $12 for children, free for members), the weekend festival features rare and exotic orchid displays, plant sales from specialty growers, expert-led talks, and family-friendly activities throughout the garden. Guests can also explore the National Orchid Garden, enjoy food and specialty cocktails, and wander the butterfly exhibit.

10901 Old Cutler Rd
fairchildgarden.org

“Spider-Man: No Way Home”

Superheroes, multiverse mayhem, and a few emotional twists take center stage during Movies Under the Moonlight on Fri., March 20 with a screening of “Spider-Man: No Way Home.” Presented in collaboration with the Coral Gables Art Cinema, this family-friendly outdoor screening begins at 6:30 pm at the Coral Gables War Memorial Youth Center. The event is free, includes closed captioning, and is hosted by the Community Recreation Department.

405 University Dr.
coralgables.com

“Prayer for the French Republic”

At GableStage, “Prayer for the French Republic” runs March 20 through April 19, bringing Joshua Harmon’s award-winning play to Coral Gables. The story centers on a Jewish family in Paris whose sense of security is shaken after a violent incident forces them to confront questions of identity, history, and what it means to truly belong. Directed by Bari Newport, the production moves between past and present, blending sharp humor with reflection across generations. Tues. + Thurs.-Sun., 7 pm. Matinees, Wed. 2 pm, Sat. 1 pm. Tickets
$30-$95.

1200 Anastasia Ave. (The Biltmore Hotel) 
gablestage.org

The Reading Party

Books take center stage during The Reading Party on Wed., March 25 at 8 pm. Presented by the Books & Books Literary Foundation, this free, RSVP-only gathering invites readers to settle in for 30 to 60 minutes of quiet, communal reading, followed by drinks and conversation about what’s on everyone’s nightstand. Bring your own book or choose one from the shelves. Introvert-friendly, low-pressure, and open to all.

Books & Books, 265 Aragon Ave.
booksandbooks.com

Women’s Choreographic Voices

Celebrating creative leadership in dance, “Women’s Choreographic Voices” comes to Sanctuary of the Arts on Sat., March 28. Presented by the Peter London Global Dance Company, the performance highlights works by female choreographers and performers, spotlighting a range of contemporary movement styles and perspectives.

410 Andalusia Ave. 
sanctuaryofthearts.org

A Classical Journey in Sound

The Frost Symphony Orchestra takes audiences on a wide-ranging musical journey on Sat., March 28 at 7:30 pm at University of Miami’s Gusman Concert Hall. Conducted by Gerard Schwarz, the program features Kodály’s “Dances of Galánta,” Bloch’s “Suite Hébraïque,” and Richard Strauss’ “Symphonic Fantasy from Die Frau ohne Schatten,” blending folk influences, rich orchestration, and dramatic flair. Tickets range from $10 to $20.

1314 Miller Dr. 
frost.miami.edu

For more upcoming performances, festivals, and neighborhood happenings, visit our full events calendar at Coral Gables Magazine and plan your month in the City Beautiful.