What’s the buzz in South Florida?
Friday, Oct. 6
Dive-In Movie & Dinner
- The Atlantic Hotel & Spa will host a dinner and movie event on the fifth floor pool deck. The ticket includes a hamburger or hot dog served with chips and fountain drink, pool access and three-hour valet. A full bar and candy bar will be available throughout the night, and Hotel Transylvania will be the night’s featured flick.
- When: 7–10 p.m.
- Price: $19.95 for adults, $9.95 for children 12 and under
- Where: 601 N. Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd., Fort Lauderdale
Sam Adams Octoberfest
- The 8th annual festival—the largest beer fest in South Florida—is on tap with seasonal brews, live music, beer games, authentic German food and more. Entry is free.
- When: 7 p.m.–2 a.m.
- Where: Mana Wynwood (318 NW 23rd St., Miami)
“On Your Feet”
- A new Broadway musical tells the story of , who came to Miami from Cuba and broke through all barriers to reach the top of the pop music scene.
- When: 8 p.m. (Runs through Oct. 15, 14 total performances)
- Where: Adrienne Arsht Center (1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami)
Seaspice Live
- Seaspice Brasserie & Lounge is opening its season with Latin Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter Diana Fuentes.
- When: 10:30 p.m.–3 a.m.
- Price: $55
- Where: 422 NW North River Dr., Miami
Saturday, Oct. 7
Annual GIPA Oktoberfest
- Enjoy an afternoon of family-friendly activities, carnival rides, game booths and German food, beverages, music and other traditions.
- When: Noon–7 p.m.
- Where: German-American Social Club of Miami (11919 SW 56th Street, Miami)
Sam Adams Octoberfest
- The 8th annual festival—the largest beer fest in South Florida—is on tap with seasonal brews, live music, beer games, authentic German food and more. Entry is free.
- When: 2 p.m.–2 a.m.
- Where: Mana Wynwood (318 NW 23rd St., Miami)
“On Your Feet”
- A new Broadway musical tells the story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan, who came to Miami from Cuba and broke through all barriers to reach the top of the pop music scene.
- When: 2 p.m., 7 p.m. (Runs through Oct. 15, 14 total performances)
- Where: Adrienne Arsht Center (1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami)
Artoberfest
- Celebrate German heritage at the annual festival, which will serve up traditional fare such as bratwurst, knockwurst, sauerkraut and strudel. A variety of Tucher Beers and German wines will be available for purchase. The Swinging Bavarians will perform throughout the evening and encourage polka dancing. All proceeds will benefit the Coral Springs Museum of Art.
- When: 5–10 p.m.
- Where: The Artwalk (9405 NW 31st Court, Coral Springs)
Sunset Session
- The Diplomat Beach Resort is kicking off its? weekly event at Portico, its waterfront beer and wine garden. As the sun sets, eat, drink, dance to Mr. Pauer’s ambient tropical and electronic dance music and get your game on with ping pong, cornhole and the giant Jenga set. Portico offers daily $5 happy hour specials on tap beers, bruschetta and wine from 5–7 p.m., and the restaurant will validate parking. Or, arrive by boat.
- When: Every Saturday, 5:30–9:30 p.m.
- Where: 3460 S. Ocean Dr., Hollywood
Florida Panthers vs. Tampa Bay Lightning
- When: 7 p.m.
- Where: BB&T Center (2555 NW 136th Ave., Sunrise)
Marlon Wayans
- The comedian is performing live on stage.
- When: 8 p.m.
- Where: Magic City Casino Amphitheater (450 NW 37th Ave., Miami)
Sunday, Oct. 8
Sam Adams Octoberfest
- The 8th annual festival—the largest beer fest in South Florida—is on tap with seasonal brews, live music, beer games, authentic German food and more. Entry is free.
- When: Noon–8 p.m.
- Where: Mana Wynwood (318 NW 23rd St., Miami)
Miami Dolphins vs. Tennessee Titans
- When: 1 p.m.
- Where: Hard Rock Stadium (347 Don Shula Dr., Miami Gardens)
“On Your Feet”
- A new Broadway musical tells the story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan, who came to Miami from Cuba and broke through all barriers to reach the top of the pop music scene.
- When: 1 p.m., 8 p.m. (Runs through Oct. 15, 14 total performances)
- Where: Adrienne Arsht Center (1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami)
Annual Fall Harvest Festival and Pumpkin Patch
- Enjoy family fun this fall with kid’s crafts, hayrides (on the weekends), live music, barbecue, pumpkin patch and more.
- When: Sundays
- Where: Flamingo Road Nursery (1655 S. Flamingo Road, Davie)
Hot Deals
Happy Hour at Point Royal
- Designed by celebrity chef Geoffrey Zakarian, “Oyster Hour” at the Diplomat Beach Resort’s indoor-outdoor seafood restaurant will now be daily. The two-hour block includes specials on oysters, clams, shrimp cocktail and other raw bar favorites, as well as discounts on select wines by the glass, beers and specialty cocktails ($7). Valet parking is complimentary.
- When: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
- Where: 3555 S. Ocean Dr., Hollywood
Weekly Specials at Bristol’s Burgers
- In honor of football season, the Diplomat Beach Resort’s old-school burger joint—which is lined with TVs—is offering deals on Monday nights, Thursday nights, Saturdays and Sundays:
- $25 Bucket of Beers (cans)
- $30 Bucket of Beers (bottles)
- $20 Party Platter: wings, tater tots, Hollywood fries and sliders
- Bristol’s also offers a daily happy hour. From 5–7 p.m., select signature menu items are $5: Smoked fish dip, Hollywood fries, smoked chicken wings, Neuske’s double bacon beef slider, macaroni and cheese tots, well liquor, draft beer and wine.
“Volta”
- Cirque du Soleil returns to Miami with its newest show, inspired by the adventurous spirit of action sports. Tickets—which begin at $40—are now on sale.
- When: Dec. 15
- Where: Hard Rock Stadium (347 Don Shula Dr., Miami Gardens)
Halloween Specials at Eau Spa
- The award-winning spa suggests working on your health and beauty regime now to be “scary hot” this Halloween. Specials run until Oct. 31 and come with a treat bag.
- The Monster Mash Massage: 50 Minutes for $109
- Wax off Your Werewolf: 20 percent off all body waxing
- Jack-O-Lantern Facial: 50 Minutes for $109
- Mummies and Deadies Float Bed Treatment: 60 Minutes for $165
- Bride of Frankenstein Tan and Shine: $99
- Madame Tussaud’s Hand Treatment & Manicure: $45
- Trick or Treat, Fix My Feet!: $65
- Where: 100 S. Ocean Blvd., Manalapan; 561.540.4960