Carnaval on the Mile
Coral Way Ave. and SW 42nd Ave., between SW 37th
Coral Gables, FL 33134
6.4 miles from Brightline MiamiCentral Station
Coral Gables will come alive with color, culture and community when the 26th Carnaval on the Mile celebration takes over Miracle Mile in Coral Gables, March 1-2. For two full days, this iconic boulevard –known for its shops, restaurants and entertainment – will be transformed into a lively festival of art, music and culinary delights that pays tribute to Greater Miami & Miami Beach’s Latin and Caribbean community. The event is part of the eight-week-long Carnaval Miami. No tickets are needed; entrance to the event and the live performances is free and open to the public.
Four City Blocks Of Art And Entertainment
Get your smartphones ready to capture every moment as you stroll through a half mile of local art, live music, food and activities suited for every member of the family. Whether you’re dancing to pulsating beats or reconnecting with familiar exhibitors, there will be plenty to enjoy. Art, food and drinks will be available for purchase along the way.
Within the artist villages, east and west of Ponce de Leon Blvd., more than 100 booths will feature eclectic displays of creativity, from paintings and photography to jewelry and crafts. Among the showcases will be the celebrated poster artist creating a live painting in their booth. As you wander through the village, you may stumble upon your next favorite piece by an exhibiting artist.
Performance stages will anchor the festival, with stages at each end of Miracle Mile at Douglas Road (Southwest 37th Avenue) and Le Jeune Road (Southwest 42nd Avenue). A third stage will be centrally located off the intersection of Ponce de Leon Blvd. and Miracle Mile. Groove and move to the rhythms of jazz, funk, rock, Latin jazz and blues. Last year’s Carnaval on the Mile concerts included performances by School of Rock, The Smoogies, Astronaut City, Nil Lara, Liset Alea, Andrew Mijares, Tony Succar and Los Hacheros.
Families can explore the Kidz Nook, where children can enjoy activities like face painting, a petting zoo and live performances by talent from Academica’s charter schools. Kiddos Magazine will host engaging activations designed to captivate young audiences.
As you venture from activity to activity, take time enjoy a melting pot of Miami’s abundant global fare. At more than 50 street food vendors, you can indulge in carnival classics like elephant ears and fried Oreos, Mexican favorites such as tacos and elote, or a variety of international cuisines. For those seeking a fine-dining experience, try one of Coral Gables’ top restaurants.