Natural Surprise
Sparing no effort to make sure this year’s special day for moms everywhere will be the best ever, the aptly-titled Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden’s Mother’s Day @ The Garden begins by pampering her with spa treatments from a mobile spa, followed by a tea party featuring violinist Dave Damage, a live performance by singer/songwriter Victoria Blue, mimosa flights, curated picnic baskets and an array of vendors offering artisanal goods, plants, and scrumptious treats for the whole family; May 11 from 10 a.m-5 p.m.; FairchildGarden.org
No Speed Limit
As the Formula One Miami Grand Prix returns to Miami with non-stop action through a twisting racecourse, drivers are furiously vying for the top prize. This year’s event includes both casual and upscale food options, celebrity spotting, and world-class concerts at the nearby Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino. Viewing options range from multiple grandstands scattered around the course to luxurious climate-controlled, amenity-laden trackside suites and cabanas offering the best up-close views of the action, coupled with curated live entertainment and fine dining; May 2-4; F1MiamiGP.com.
Dive In!
The world beneath the waves is a fascinating place, but rarely experienced up close, which makes the week of Ocean Academy @ Frost Science Summer Camp such a great opportunity for budding marine biologists. They’ll learn why our oceans are vital to the planet’s survival, and how scientists are working hard to protect endangered sea turtles, all while seeing sharks and more creatures of the sea swimming free in Frost Science’s 3-level aquarium; July 14-18; FrostScience.org.
Sunny Showcase
Many would say every day in Miami is a veritable swimwear fashion show, but Miami Swim Week takes it to an entirely new level. The world’s best designers and models gather to exhibit the latest in pool-ready, beach-worthy and yacht-bound fashions in glitzy, exciting showcases. However, unlike most fashion shows in which entry is limited only to industry insiders, the general public can buy tickets to select Miami Swim Week events from May 29-June 1; MiamiSwimWeekShows.com.
