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It’s a country hoe-down Pinecrest-style from noon ‘til 5 p.m at the 7th Annual Chili Cook-Off. Live country music bands, line-dancing, mechanical bull riding, Heat Dancers, a delicious selection of food, chili sampling and so much more! You can even enter an old fashioned hands-tied-behind- your-back, pie-eating contest. Don’t miss this lip-smackin’, thigh-slappin’, cookin’-up-a-batch-of-fun event for the whole family.

Come to one of Florida's premiere juried art shows, our 14th Annual Fine Arts Festival, and enjoy an afternoon surrounded by spectacular visual arts in the most lush and luxurious setting. Amongst a generous representation of the best artists and artisans from the US and abroad-you will find the perfect piece of art for your home that includes painting, sculpture, mixed media and photography, or peruse a selection of original handcrafted jewelry or wearable art for yourself or significant other.

The Indian Regional and Cultural Center of Florida (IRCC) will be hosting the annual Diwali Festival of Lights this year at the Broward County Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale.  Celebrate Indian culture with delectable foods, intricate dances and tintilating music!  Diwali is celebrated internationally as a major Hindu holiday.  The IRCC event will be held indoors in an over 110,000 square foot venue.  Enjoy live shows by over 450 performers of Indian dance, song, instrumental music, fashion and more.

The 8th Annual Paws in the Park (formerly Pet-a-Palooza) will be held at Carlin Park in Jupiter.  The park will be transformed into Paws in the Park where you and your best friends can enjoy live music, visit an array of retail vendors and grab a bite to eat.

The German American Social Club celebrates its 61st anniversary in 2018. It was first run by the German American Social Club of Greater Miami in 1958, making it the original and longest running Oktoberfest in Florida. It is also the largest German cultural event in South Florida. Oktoberfest Miami® is held on the last two weekends of October at the German American Social Club on Miller Drive in Miami's horse country area.

On Sunday, December 4, 2016, more than 30,000 motorcyclists and double that amount of people are expected to take part in the “29th Annual South Florida President’s Council (SFPC) Toys in the Sun Run” presented by the Mardi Gras Casino. Proceeds benefit the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation, Hollywood, Florida. Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital is one of the area’s leading pediatric care hospitals, offering comprehensive health services and programs in an atmosphere that is child-friendly.

Local non profit organizations and families will offer everything from bargains to fantastic finds, all in spacious and air-conditioned comfort!  The first 500 adults receive a reusable shopping bag and the first 100 kids will receive a goodie bag.

Kids Zone- Coloring area, bounce houses, face painter, bean toss, hoola hoops. This annual event is celebrating it's 26th year. This is the perfect time to score some great deals for the holidays!

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Brazilian Beat Festival in Boca Raton is an annual celebration of Brazilian food, dance, martial arts, music and more!  Spice up your life a little for this FREE event that will be fun for the entire family.

Ring in the holiday season at the Pinecrest Gardens 6th Annual Holiday Festival. It’s an all eay extravaganza featuring performances in the Banyan Bowl that includes the Nutcracker Ballet, Miami Children’s Theater and the Greater Miami Youth Symphony. Write letters to Santa, indulge in holiday cookies, hot chocolate and other delicious treats.

The Harvest Festival at the Miami Dade Fair & Expo Center is a huge event that features everything you ned for the holidays and more!  Kids can enjoy a free inside play area, visit with Santa, arts & crafts, a model train village, bounce houses, a free petting zoo, face painting and more!  Adults can shop for holiday decor, quilts, dolls, folk art, hand-crafted furniture, Angels, American Doll clothes and still have oodles to explore.  Enjoy live entertainment, a classic car show, and delicious foods.  Have an adorable baby?