Events in Florida during 2012

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In Florida you may find events to suit all ages and tastes and the most perfect part is that they are easily accessible with your car hire. While visiting Florida for business or pleasure, there is always time for you to immerse yourself in the festivals in Florida, that might take place just nearby.
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January

Art Deco Weekend – The Art Deco region at Miami Beach turns the clock back for this annual weekend event in Miami, as all elements of the golden decades of the 1920’s and 30’s  are celebrated. Classic cars, beautiful architecture, jazz and a fantastic procession all pay tribute to this historic era. (www.artdecoweekend.com)
ING Miami Marathon and Half Marathon – Runners from all around the globe are drawn to this annual event in Miami consisting of the 26.2 mile full marathon circuit or the half marathon run of 13.1 mile. (www.ingmiamimarathon.com)

July

Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim – This annual festival in Miami is a prestigious exhibition showcasing designers’ latest swimwear and beachwear.
International Mango Festival - The Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden plays host to this Miami festival which celebrates this luscious tropical fruit.

February

Coconut Grove Arts Festival - An interesting annual art festival in Miami takes place at the Grove and includes live entertainment accompanied by food and drink. (http://new.cgaf.com/)
Miami International Boat Show – A Miami event showcasing all types of boats-yachts, fishing boats, sailing boats plus many others along with related maritime products. A must for all boat enthusiasts! (www.miamiboatshow.com)

August

Miami Salsa Congress – A lot of salsa dancing, interesting workshops and demonstrations all feature at this annual dance festival in Miami. (http://miamisalsacongress.com/)
International Ballet Festival of Miami - Acclaimed world ballet troupes gather at this annual ballet festival in Miami.

March

Miami Fashion Week – The annual fashion festival in Miami exhibits fashion, culture, beauty and more revealing the very latest in the current trend. (www.miamifashionweek.com)
The Bob Marley Festival (early March) - This legendary music artist is honoured at this annual festival in Miami hosted at Bayfront Park.

September

Publix Escape to the Miami Triathlon Weekend – A premier triathlon event in Miami, consisting of competitors taking on the challenge of the swimming, running and bike riding disciplines. (www.escapetomiamitriathlon.com)
Miami International Wine Fair - A large and popular Miami festival attracting wine connoisseurs, distributors and buyers with the chance to sample the finest wines from other countries at this trade fair. (www.miamiwinefair.com)

April

Miami River Day Festival – Historical re-enactments, children’s activities, live music, riverboat rides and other forms of entertainment take place to commemorate this ‘working river’- Miami River.
Miami International Agriculture & Cattle Show – The Ronald Reagan Equestrian Centre at Tropical Park stages this agriculture event in Miami that features horse and cattle shows, arts and craft stands, children’s activities and much more. (www.miacs.info)

October

Columbus Day Regatta – A spectacular sight can be seen at this annual sailing boat event in Miami.
Festival Miami - An annual music festival in Miami lasting the whole month, incorporating jazz performances, chamber music displays, harmonious concerts and more.

May

National Children’s Theatre Festival - The Actors’ Playhouse Miracle Theatre in Coral Gables hosts this free annual festival in Miami. The goal of the event is to acquaint children with the world of theatre and cultural enterprises through artistic performances and interactive areas.
Volvo Ocean Race Miami – This Miami event is a prestigious global sailing race. (http://volvooceanracemiami.org/)

November

Miami International Book Fair – Writers, publishers and book lovers are drawn to this huge annual literary festival in Miami. (www.miamibookfair.com)
Bayside Rock Festival - Bayfront Park stages this reggae music festival in Miami featuring renowned reggae performers.

June

American Black Film Festival – This Miami festival is an independent film event mainly devoted to African/American pieces of work in the film business. (www.abff.com)
Redland Summer Festival – The Fruit and Spice Park hosts this annual festival in Miami where tropical fruits and agriculture are displayed combined with stalls presenting local tantalising wines and delectable food. (http://fruitandspicepark.org/)

December

Art Miami – A Miami art festival displaying the finest pieces of contemporary art. (www.art-miami.com)
Latin Spice Festival - Pinecrest Gardens is the setting for this annual festival in Miami that showcases a Latin themed event of food and wine together with music and dancing.