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MIAMI BEACH
OFFICE OF THE CITY MANAGER
LTC #011-2026 LETTER TO COMMISSION
TO: Honorable Mayor Steven Meiner and Members of the City Commission
FROM, Eric Carpenter, City Manager � �
DATE: January 16, 2026
SUBJECT: Miami Beach 2026 Black History Month Events
The purpose of this Letter to Commission (L TC) is to announce the City of Miami Beach's special events celebrating Black History Month. These events are produced by the City through the Parks and Recreation and Tourism and Culture Departments programs. The following events will take place over the month of February:
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City of Miami Beach's SoundScape Cinema Series February 4, 11, 18, 25, 2026 8:00 p.m. Soundscape Park (400 17th Street) Free
Every Wednesday, from October through May at 8pm, bring your blankets, chairs and popcorn for a free outdoor movie screening in SoundScape Park that can be enjoyed by the whole family. In celebration of Black History Month, February's screenings will feature films that honor Black stories, voices, and filmmakers. Kindly note that these
outdoor film screenings are subject to change or cancelation due to inclement weather.
The films include:
•Wednesday, February 4: Nickel Boys by RaMell Ross•Wednesday, February 11: Love and Basketball by Gina Prince-Bythewood•Wednesday, February 18: Crooklyn by Spike Lee•Wednesday, February 25: Devotion by J.D. Dillard
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Soul Beach Food Festival February 7, 2026 12:00 p.m. -6:00 p.m. Lummus Park (6th -7th Streets on Ocean Drive) Free
In partnership with The Hungry Black Man, LLC, the Miami Beach Parks and Recreation Department will host the 10th Annual "Soul Beach Food Festival" (previously known as the Soul Vegan Festival) on Saturday, February 7th from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Lummus Park, between 6th and 7th streets. This year's milestone festival brings together the best of South Florida's and the nation's culinary soul, from Soul Food and savory barbeque and Caribbean classics to vegan delights and bold Hispanic flavors. Bring your family, friends, and appetite for a day filled with delicious food, live music, dance battles, an artisan market with local creators, children's zone and community
vibes by the ocean. Food and drinks are available for purchase. For more information and to reserve your spot, please visit SoulBeachFoodFestival.com.
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Black History Night Celebration
February 13,2026
6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
North Shore Park Youth Center (501 72°Street)
Free (Pre-registration required for unlimited rides/bouncers)
The Parks and Recreation Department invites you to celebrate Black History Month by
recognizing the heritage,accomplishments,and culture of African Americans.Enjoy
cultural performances from the City's after-school participants,entertainment,rides,
food,crafts,and more.To claim your free unlimited ride wristband,please pre-register at
register.miamibeachparks.com.Refreshments will be available for sale.
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City of Miami Beach OnStage!&Public Energy Present:Botanical
Garden Groove
Friday,February 27,2026
6 PM-10 PM
Miami Beach Botanical Garden (2000 Convention Ctr Dr)
Free
Close out Black History Month in style with an exciting celebration of Black dance music
inside Miami Beach's Botanical Garden.City of Miami Beach OnStage!and Public
Energy bring you a special night featuring music by Suzi Analogue from Never Normal
Records,and amazing selections from Duality,Natalie Foucauld and Day/Dem.Expect
an eclectic mix of house music,and more recorded by Miami Community Radio
throughout the evening.
Guests can also explore creative activities,including customizing their favorite clothing
at the Grizzly Print Parlor and taking high-quality portrait sessions by Giana Currie's
After-Hours Photoshoot Experience.Join us for an evening filled with music,art,and
culture!
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Movie in the Park:King Richard (rated PG-13)
February 28,2026
6:00 p.m.(sundown)
Altos Del Mar Park (241 77h Street)
Free
Bring your blankets and enjoy a fun night under the stars watching the feature film King
Richard rated PG-13.Complimentary popcorn will be handed out,and refreshments will
be available for sale.
Should you have additional questions,please contact Lissette Garcia Arrogante,Director,
Tourism and Culture Department at lissettearrogante@miamibeachfl.gov or Cindy
Casanova,Assistant Director,Parks and Recreation Department at (305)673-7730.
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