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OFFICE OF MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS, Tel: 305.673.7575 Press Release
Melissa Berthier, Email: melissaberthier@miamibeachfl.gov
Linda-Lee Stevens, Email: lindastevens@miamibeachfl.gov
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 27, 2025
Miami Beach Sets Grand Opening for Maurice Gibb Memorial Park
— The public park features a one-of-a-kind musical playground —
Miami Beach, FL – The City of Miami Beach will honor music legend Maurice Gibb with the
grand opening of the newly expanded Maurice Gibb Memorial Park featuring two upgraded
scenic lookout areas over Biscayne Bay, an inviting green space, living shoreline and brand
new music-themed playground. The event will be held at the park (18 Street and Purdy
Avenue) on Thursday, April 3 at 5:30 p.m. The project was funded by the 2018 voter-approved
General Obligation Bond.
“Maurice Gibb Memorial Park is a true gem in our Sunset Harbour community — a stunning,
family-friendly public space with so many amenities for everyone to enjoy,” said Miami Beach
Mayor Steven Meiner.
Together with brothers Barry and Robin, Maurice made up one third of the chart-topping Bee
Gees musical trio that gained global acclaim with hits like “Stayin’ Alive,” “You Should Be
Dancing,” ”How Can You Mend a Broken Heart,” “Tragedy” and “Jive Talkin’” among many
others. Both Maurice and Robin passed away while Barry continues to spend time in Miami
Beach.
Expected to draw fans from across the United States and beyond, the grand opening will
feature music performances by the Miami Beach High School Rock Ensemble as well as
remarks from city officials, members of the Gibb family and invited guests. While some seating
will be available, attendees are encouraged to bring picnic blankets and beach chairs. Parking
is available at the Sunset Harbour garage (1900 Bay Road). There is also limited meter parking
in the area.
In addition to the playground with its larger-than-life faux musical instruments and disco ball,
the project also includes a new dog park, fishing pier, shade structures, pavilion, outdoor
seating, walking paths and additional native trees and shrubs. The space features a living
shoreline and underwent an environmental remediation project with added resilience features
like a new higher seawall. The living shoreline integrates green infrastructure techniques to
minimize coastal erosion while enhancing and creating a natural habitat for fish, aquatic plants
and wildlife.
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