Below is a curated list of can’t-miss happenings across Miami, Miami Beach, Pinecrest, Boca Raton, Fort Lauderdale, and Pompano Beach—perfect for planning a weekend outing, entertaining guests, or discovering new neighborhoods to explore. 
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🎨 Now – January 31
“Reliance” – Maurice Mboa Solo Exhibition
📍 Opa Projects Art Gallery (Little River)
7622 NE 4th Court, Miami, FL 33138
🕐 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
💲 Free
This is the first U.S. solo exhibition by acclaimed artist Maurice Mboa, featuring work influenced by his journey across continents and cultures—Africa, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and now the U.S. A beautiful stop if you love contemporary art and Miami’s creative Little River scene. 
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💃 Sunday, January 11
Orchestra Miami Presents: Dance from the Spanish Americas
📍 Pinecrest Gardens
11000 SW 57 Avenue, Pinecrest, FL 33156
🕒 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
💲 Free
A lively and interactive performance with live music, narration, dancers in costume, and audience participation, including castanets and traditional dances from Peru, Mexico, Cuba, and Spain. Great for families and anyone who loves culture and history. 
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💎 Saturday, January 17 & Sunday, January 18
Intergalactic Bead Show 2026
📍 E. Pat Larkins Community Center
520 NW 3rd Street, Pompano Beach, FL 33060
🕙 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Sunday ends at 4:00 PM)
💲 Free
A fun, creative event for anyone into jewelry-making, collecting beads, or crafting. Expect unique vendors, rare finds, and plenty of inspiration. 
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🕊️ Monday, January 19
49th Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Parade (Miami)
📍 NW 12th Avenue & NW 54th Street, Miami, FL
🕚 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
💲 Free
A meaningful community celebration honoring Dr. King’s legacy of unity, service, and peace, with a festive parade atmosphere and a Local 10 live broadcast. 
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🕊️ Monday, January 19
MLK Parade & Celebration (Pompano Beach)
📍 Blanche Ely High School → Mitchell Moore Park
Mitchell Moore Park: 901 NW 10th Street, Pompano Beach, FL
🕘 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
💲 Free
A full-day celebration featuring live entertainment, a kids zone, and food vendors, plus community organizations marching together for an inspiring tribute to Dr. King. 
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🎻 Wednesday, January 21
Sibelius’ Symphony No. 2
📍 The Parker
707 NE 8th Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
🕢 7:30 PM
Experience a powerful classical night featuring Sibelius, plus works by Ravel and Vaughan Williams—an elegant evening out in Fort Lauderdale. 
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🎼 Thursday, January 22
Sibelius’ Symphony No. 2
📍 New World Center
500 17th Street, Miami Beach, FL 33139
🕢 7:30 PM
Miami Beach gets its turn for this magical symphony program—perfect for a date night or cultured night out. 
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🕯️ Friday, January 23
Candlelight: Tribute to Adele (Hosted by Fever)
📍 St. Gregory’s Episcopal Church
100 NE Mizner Boulevard, Boca Raton, FL 33432
🕡 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM
A candlelit concert experience in a beautiful venue featuring the music of Adele—romantic, intimate, and unforgettable. 
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🎶 Friday, January 23 – Sunday, January 26
Musicthon (Fundraiser Recitals)
📍 Galleria Fort Lauderdale
2414 E Sunrise Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
⏰ Event Times:
• Fri, Jan 23: 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM
• Sat, Jan 24: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
• Sun, Jan 25: 1:30 PM – 4:30 PM
💲 Free & open to the public
Enjoy live student performances while supporting the Broward County Music Teachers Association and helping local nonprofit 4KIDS of South Florida. 
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🦖 Saturday, January 31
Dinosaur World Live
📍 Adrienne Arsht Center – Ziff Ballet Opera House
1300 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL
🕙 10:00 AM & 1:00 PM
💲 Tickets $36 – $82
A family-friendly adventure featuring lifelike dinosaurs including the mighty T-Rex, triceratops, and more—perfect for kids and weekend memories. 
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Why locals love January in South Florida
January is one of the best months to explore because the weather is comfortable, seasonal visitors are in town, and communities across Miami-Dade and Broward host some of their best cultural events of the year—many of them free.
If you’re considering a move, events like these are also a great way to “test drive” a neighborhood before buying or renting Visit www.BrosddaandBentley.com
Credit: WPLG Local10.com
