Summer Best Bets: 4th of July, Summer Concert Series, and More!

Summer Concert Series

The Community Arts Program’s summer concert series is back for a 40th year! In four concerts in July and August, concertgoers will have the chance to groove with the tunes of three jazz and one classical performance. All concerts will be held at the Coral Gables Congregational United Church of Christ across from the Biltmore Hotel, at 7:30 pm on Thursdays: July 10, July 24, August 7, and August 21. Ticket prices range from $35 to $50 with packages available for multiple concerts.

3010 De Soto Blvd
communityartsprogram.org

“Step by Step”

This comedy written by renowned playwright Peter Quilter follows three women as they honor a recently deceased friend by embarking on a two-day hike to place a monument at the peak for her. The United States premiere, the play will take audiences on a rollercoaster of memories, emotions, and personal revelations with wit and comedic brilliance. The production will be at Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre from July 16 to August 10 with performances Thurs. through Sun. at 8 pm and Wed. and Sun. matinees. Weekday ticket prices start at $40, with weekend ticket prices starting at $50.

280 Miracle Mile
actorsplayhouse.org

“Shrek: The Musical”

Enjoy the musical version of the animated classic “Shrek” at Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre on Saturdays at 2 pm from July 5 to 26. There will also be a sensory-inclusive show on July 13. The production of “Shrek: The Musical” is a part of the 2025 Musical Theatre for Young Audiences series. Tickets for this fun-for-all-ages performance start at $35

280 Miracle Mile
actorsplayhouse.org

Mango Festival

The annual Mango Festival returns to Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden on July 12 and 13 from 10 am to 5 pm. During this two-day celebration of the tropical fruit, guests are invited to sample and savor different types of exotic mangos, as well as try mango-inspired dishes from distinguished chefs. There will also be a mango sale, and other mango-themed events and activities. Tickets for the festival range from free to $24.95 for adults.

10901 Old Cutler Rd
fairchildgarden.org

A Tribute to Whitney Houston

The Candlelight Concert series at the historic Hotel Colonnade continues ASDFGH GT1July 18 from 7 to 8 pm and 9:30 to 10:30 pm with a tribute to legendary singer Whitney Houston. The string quartet’s ode to Houston will include the performance of several of her greatest hits, including “I Will Always Love You” and “I Wanna Dance with Somebody.” Tickets are $22 to $70.50, depending on seating and time.

180 Aragon Ave
hotelcolonnade.com

Taste the Gables

Throughout July, Taste the Gables is bringing back Restaurant Month in Coral Gables with more than 70 participating restaurants. Each of these will have specially-priced prix-fixe menus (starting at $35 for lunch and $45 for dinner) and exclusive promotions. Award-winning standouts include SHINGO, Zitz Sum, Bachour, Kojin 2.0, Beauty and the Butcher, and more.

Gables Bike Tours

The next two Gables Bike Tours explore some of the city’s essential elements. On July 20, starting at the Coral Gables Youth Center, Vice Mayor Rhonda Anderson will lead a tour through some of the Gables’ most important water structures, including the Venetian Pool and the DeSoto Fountain. Starting from the Coral Gables Museum and led by a local expert, the following month’s tour on August 17 will inform guests about the city’s vibrant treescape. Both tours start at 10 am and cost between $5 and $10.

 285 Aragon Ave.
coralgablesmuseum.org

Downtown Community Cleanup

This End of Summer Edition of the City of Coral Gables’ popular cleanup series offers up a chance for Good Samaritans to work for their community by cleaning up downtown Coral Gables’ streets. On August 11 from 5 to 7 pm, participants will meet at the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce HQ and compete to see who can collect the most trash. Cleanup supplies will be provided by Keep Coral Gables Beautiful and complimentary light bites and refreshments will be available at the end of the event. Volunteer hours are available upon request and registration is required.

201 Alhambra Cir., Suite 100
coralgables.com/kcgb

Summer with the Symphony: The Titans

The South Florida Symphony Orchestra will cap off its summer series with “Summer Chamber Concert III: The Titans.” This Miami finale, taking place on July 24 at 7:30 pm at the Coral Gables Museum, will include a meet-and-greet with the musicians after the show. Tickets cost between $17.50 and $35. Student tickets are also available with proof of ID. 

285 Aragon Ave
southfloridasymphony.org