Events Roundup
Here is a partial list of upcoming cultural events in Coral Gables.
Please call ahead to confirm,
as dates and times may change.
For a complete list of events in Coral Gables, click
here.
May 13 – June 7
The Actors' Playhouse at Miracle Theatre presents the Florida Premiere of Havana Bourgeois. This dramatic play explores the impact of Fidel Castro's Revolution on the Cuban middle class. Relive this compelling moment in history as seen through the eyes of the people who lived through it. Performances will take place Wednesdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m. with an additional matinee on Wednesday, May 20th at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $40 on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Sunday matinee, $48 for Friday and Saturday evenings. For more information or to purchase tickets, call the box office at 305-444-9293 or click here.
May 15
The popular Cuba Libre Block Party is returning to Coral Gables for its sixth year. Presented by the Globe Café and Bar, this event draws thousands of people into the city's downtown area for the free concert. This year singer Isaac Delgado, known as “the king of Cuban cool,” will be the headliner. The block party celebrating Cuba's heritage will take place on the 300 block of Alhambra Circle starting at 12 p.m. with the concert starting later that night. For more information, call 305-445-3555.
May 15
The Parks and Recreation Department is offering a Parents Night Out. Leave your children at the Coral Gables Youth Center where they will enjoy a sleep-over party with special activities. Guests will be given snacks and breakfast the next morning. Drop off your child at 7 p.m. and pick them up no later than 9 a.m. the next morning. The sleep-over is designed for children 5 – 14 years of age. Prices vary from $29 - $47. For more information, call 305-460-5600.
May 15 – 23
Miami Childrens Theatre presents Disney's Alice in Wonderland. The play, performed by children, will take a classic children's story and adapt it for the stage. Performances take place at the Coral Gables War Memorial Youth Center Theater, 405 University Drive, Saturdays and Sundays at 8 p.m. and an additional show time on Saturday at 3 p.m. For more information including ticket prices, call 305-274-3595 or click here.
May 17
The Chopin Foundation of the U.S. presents pianist Claire Huangci. This musical concert will take place at Granada Presbyterian Church located at 950 University Drive at 3 p.m. This event is open to the public. For more information, call 305-284-4941.
May 19
Cherish Adoptive Families of Miami, a support group for individuals and families considering adoption and parents that have adopted, will hold an educational program titled "Writing a Memoir of Your Adoption Experience." The free special meeting will take place at Books & Books, 265 Aragon Avenue, at 6:30 p.m. The meeting will include basic tips on writing a Lifebook for the adopted child. For more information, click here.
May 20 & 27
Enjoy a main dish, side salad, assorted desserts, ice tea, soft music and new or old friends, all for only $6! It's the best deal in town! The Weekly Lunch is catered by “Catering by Lovables.” Pre-registration is required by Mondays. Weekly Lunch is served at 12 p.m. at the Coral Gables Adult Activity Center, 624 Anastasia Avenue. Upcoming menu: Chicken Teriyaki on May 20 and Tilapia on May 27.
May 23
It’s that time of year when you head outdoors and support local charities by participating in the 14th Annual Baptist Health Tour of the Gables 5K Run/Walk. The event is presented by the Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce. This is a great opportunity to take in the beautiful scenic landscapes of Coral Gables while raising money for various charitable organizations. Free parking is available at the parking garage on Andalusia Avenue, close to LeJeune Road. The race starts and ends in front of Coral Gables City Hall, 405 Biltmore Way, with a start time of 7:30 a.m. For more information, click here.
Through May 24
New Theatre has extended its premiere of Mauritius due to popular demand. This funny play will have you at the edge of your seat with every plot twist. Written by Pulitzer Prize nominated Theresa Rebeck, shows the feud that ensues when two half sisters come into possession of their late mother's rare stamp collection. Performances take place Thursdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 1 p.m. New Theatre is located at 4120 Laguna Street. Tickets range from $35 to $40. For more information, call 305-443-5909.
