March Best Bets: Orchids in bloom, a St. Pat’s streetfest and Berg on keyboard
FARMER’S MARKET
March is your last chance to visit the Coral Gables Farmer’s Market outside City Hall. Ending March 29, the market runs from 8 am to 2 pm every Saturday in March featuring locally sourced produce, gourmet meals, baked products, floristry, educational workshops, and children’s activities. On March 29, visit the Sustainability Village from 10 am to 1 pm to learn about recycling, sustainable transportation, conversation, and more. And don’t forget your plastic bags and film for the NexTrex Plastic Film Recycling Program!
405 Biltmore Way
coralgables.com
FERIA DE SEVILLA EN MIAMI
Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of southern Spain on March 8 at Salzedo St. & Alhambra Cir. with the Feria de Sevilla en Miami celebration. This all-day festival, which starts at noon and runs until midnight, transforms Alhambra Circle into a showcase of Andalusian traditions. Tickets range from $20 to $60 and include access to all flamenco performances, horse carriage rides, complimentary activities for children, and limited product samples.
MIAMI BRIDAL EXPERIENCE WEDDING SHOW
Having a tough time planning your dream wedding? Turn to the Miami Bridal Experience Wedding Show, located at Hyatt Regency Coral Gables on March 9 from 2 pm to 5 pm for help. Learn more about the latest wedding trends through runway shows and interactive workshops presented by industry professionals. Vendors showcasing bridal gowns, floral arrangements, and photography will also be in attendance. Tickets range from $3 to $6.
50 Alhambra Plaza
miamibridalexperience.com
CHOPIN FOR ALL: SEASON OF WINNERS
To celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the National Chopin Piano Competition, 17-year-old Nathaniel Zhang, the third-prize winner of the 11th National Chopin Piano Competition, will be performing at Granada Church on March 9 from 3 to 5 pm. Zhang studies at the Curtis Institute of Music and has performed as a soloist with the Seattle Symphony and Hilton Head Symphony, among others.Tickets are free.
950 University Dr
chopin.org
ORCHIDS IN BLOOM
This two-day celebration of the orchid is from March 8 to 9 at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden. During this festival, you’ll get the chance to discover and purchase rare orchids, be a part of informative lectures and fun activities, indulge in delicious food and specialty cocktail options, and much more. It runs from 10 am to 5 pm on both days. Tickets range are free for children two and under and $24.95 for adults.
10901 Old Cutler Rd
fairchildgarden.org
THE CORAL MARKET
The Coral Gables Merrick House is hosting their first-ever vintage market on March 15 from 11 am to 5 pm. Guests will have the chance to browse and purchase vintage furniture, home décor, and one-of-a-kind finds at the family home and gardens of Coral Gables founder George Merrick. It is free to attend.
907 Coral Way
coralgables.com
32ND ANNUAL JOHN MARTIN’S ST. PATRICK’S STREET FESTIVAL
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day two days early on March 15 with John Martin’s 32nd annual St. Patrick’s Street Festival. The fun starts at 2 pm and lasts until midnight. Bar stations, food vendors, games, face painting, and music by Wide Awake, a U2 Tribute Band, will all be included. Those who buy a shot of any Irish whiskey get a free Guinness Blonde. Free to attend. Those who RSVP will receive a complimentary shot glass.
253 Miracle Mile
johnmartinsmiami.com
SHELLY BERG PLAYS GERSHWIN
Besides running UM’s Frost School of Music as its dean, Shelly Berg is an accomplished pianist and recording artist. Now you can hear just how talented he is at this performance of music by Gershwin, Ravel and Debussy, backed by the world-class Frost Symphony Orchestra. The concert will be held at Gusman Concert Hall, starting at 7:30 pm March 29. Tickets $15 to $30.
AN EVENING WITH DAVID SHEFF
David Sheff, author of New York Times bestseller “Beautiful Boy” (you may have seen the movie starring Steve Carell and Timothée Chalamet), will be at Books & Books on March 26 from 7 to 8 pm to discuss “YOKO,” his biography about Japanese singer Yoko Ono. The evening is free to attend, though RSVPs are required. Copies of “YOKO” will be on sale at the event for $30.
265 Aragon Ave
booksandbooks.com
“WAITRESS”
“Waitress,” a Broadway musical that blends themes of resilience and self-discovery with humor, will debut at Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre on March 26. In “Waitress,” Jenna, a talented pie-maker trapped in a loveless marriage, navigates around her love life while venturing on a quest for true happiness. Performances on Wednesday-Saturday with a Sunday matinee.
280 Miracle Mile
actorsplayhouse.org
“SUMMER”
On March 28, “Summer” debuts at GableStage, a play about motherhood, ambition, and independence following the friendship between two women navigating the world together. The insightful piece comes from Pulitizer winner David Auburn and runs through April 20 on Wednesday-Saturday nights and matinees on Wednesday and Sundays.
1200 Anastasia Ave (Biltmore Hotel)
gablestage.org