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Home My WebLink AboutResolution 2026-34133RESOLUTION NO. 2026-34133 A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE ADMINISTRATION TO ACCEPT AND PROCESS A SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT APPLICATION FOR THE GLOBAL CHAMPIONS ARABIANS TOUR OF MIAMI BEACH 2O26, TO TAKE PLACE ON THE COLLINS PARK BEACHFRONT DURING THE SECOND WEEK OF APRIL 2026, WHICH IS A HIGH IMPACT PERIOD FOR THE CITY, UPON ISSUANCE OF A SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT BY THE ADMINISTRATION. WHEREAS, the Global Champions Arabians Tour ("GCAT") held its first City of Miami Beach ("City") event in April 2025, which included live entertainment and occupied more than 120,000 square feet of beachfront; and WHEREAS, the GCAT organizers have submitted a new Special Event Permit application (SPE#0126-2258) for a 2026 activation at the Collins Park beachfront from April 9-11, 2026, immediately following the Longines Global Champions Tour; and WHEREAS, the Administration has reviewed the application and notes that the proposed activation occurs during a high -impact period for the City, which historically includes March and the first two weeks of April, requiring enhanced staffing of Police, Fire, Code Compliance, and Sanitation departments; and WHEREAS, if approved, the Collins Park beachfront will be unavailable to the public from March 19 through May 9, 2026, for a total of 52 days, to accommodate the Longines Global Champions Tour, GCAT, and Carbone Beach events; and WHEREAS, the GCAT event's public benefit program shall include the following, wherever permissible and applicable within the event footprint: free public seating in the grandstand, standing room access, and perimeter viewing areas, as well as communication with the Collins Park Neighborhood Association and other stakeholders. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT DULY RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, that the Mayor and City Commission hereby authorize the Administration to accept and process a Special Event Permit application for the Global Champions Arabians Tour of Miami Beach 2026, to take place on the Collins Park beachfront during the second week of April 2026, which is a high impact period for the City. PASSED and ADOPTED this ?S day of ATTEST: :111��i MAR 0 3 2026 Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk Febr� r , 2-W 6. Steven Meiner, Mayor APPROVED AS TO FORM & LANGUAGE & FOR EXECUTION t, 1 IZ4� Z�, City Attorney(_,, Date Resolutions - C7 K MIAMI BEACH COMMISSION MEMORANDUM TO Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission FROM Eric Carpenter, City Manager DATE: February 25, 2026 TITLE: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZING THE GLOBAL CHAMPIONS ARABIANS TOUR OF MIAMI BEACH 2O26 TO TAKE PLACE IN THE COLLINS PARK BEACHFRONT DURING THE SECOND WEEK OF APRIL 2026. A HIGH IMPACT PERIOD FOR THE CITY. RECOMMENDATION The Administration is supportive and recommends the Mayor and Commission review details of the Global Champions Arabians Tour of Miami Beach event to take place in the Collins Park Beachfront the second week of April 2026, during a high impact period for the City. With the addition of this event. the Collins Park beachfront will be unavailable from March 19 — May 9. 2026, for a total of 52 days. If approved, it is recommended the Mayor and Commission adopt the resolution. BACKGROUND/HISTORY The Global Champions Arabians Tour (GCAT) is a unique showing competition for Arabian horses. The annual GCAT Championship Series features participants competing in the following categories Best Horses (yearling females, yearling males, junior females, junior males, senior females and senior males) and Best Handlers (yearling females, yearling males, junior females, junior males, senior females and senior males). The 2026 schedule features 13 events across Europe, the Middle East, and the Americas. The Global Champions Arabians Tour held its first event in Miami Beach on April 17-19. 2025, across more than 120,000 square feet of beachfront between 34th and 37th streets. The Arabian Horse Championship event also included live entertainment. Ultimately, the 2025 event proved too impactful on the area, according to resident feedback. The organizers of GCAT have submitted a new special event application SPE#0126-2258 for a 2026 activation taking place in the Collins Park Beachfront on April 9-11, 2026. The month of March and the first two weeks of April are defined as part of a "high impact" period for the City. Historically this period is identified as having the highest number of visitors and challenges in the Art Deco Cultural District (ADCD). During this time the Miami Beach Police, Fire. Code Compliance. and Sanitation departments have enhanced staffing due to the increased impact and stress on the area, as well as on residents who live in and around the ADCD. ANALYSIS In accordance with the City s Special Event Guidelines, during periods of enhanced or unavailable staffing of City resources (Police. Fire. Code, Sanitation, etc.), the City does not accept applications for new events on public property. Such periods include the month of March and first two weeks of the month of April, which coincides with college and high school spring break and 451 of 1589 existing events The GCAT event organizers are requesting approval to activate the Collins Park beachfront, between 21s' and 22"d streets, for an event taking place April 10-12, 2026. If approved, the event would occur immediately following the Longines Global Champions Tour, with the goal of using the same infrastructure for both events. Tops Equestrian Events will be responsible for the load in, build out and load out for both the Longines Global Champions Tour and the GCAT. Proposed Evening Concert The proposed run of show for the GCAT event includes an evening opening ceremony musical performance, scheduled from 8:15pm to 9:OOpm. The talent has not been identified at the time of agenda printing. Collins Park Beachfront Impact: The Longines Global Champions Tour and the GCAT events would be immediately followed by the annual Carbone Beach event, which historically takes place during Formula 1 weekend. If it is the Mayor and City Commission's desire to approve the GCAT event for 2026, the Administration has identified that the Collins Park Beachfront would not be available to the public from March 191" through May 9, 2026, for a total of 52 days, to account for the Longines Global Champions Tour, GCAT, and Carbone Beach, as depicted below. Longines Global Champions Tour Load -in starting: March 19, 2026 Live Event: April 2-4, 2026 Global Champions Arabians Tour Live Event: April 10-12, 2026 Load -out ending: April 17, 2026 Carbone Beach Load -in starting: April 18, 2026 Live Event: April 30-May 3, 2026 Load -out ending: May 9, 2026 Resident Benefits As part of the special event permitting process, every proposed event must submit a resident benefit. GCAT has proposed the following resident benefits: • The grandstand located on the north side of the venue (approximately 950-1,000 seats) will be free and open to the public. The organizers aim to include a roof to improve comfort for attendees. • The grandstand seating will be available on a first -come, first -served basis. Once capacity is reached, standing room will be available along the east side of the main arena. • In addition, the public will have free access along the perimeter of the warm-up arena, consistent with the approach used for the Longines Global Champions Tour. • The main hospitality structure will remain invite -only and access -controlled to ensure capacity limits are not exceeded. Additionally, the Administration has communicated the proposed activation to the Collins Park Neighborhood Association. The Association has requested a monetary donation to help offset the impact on the neighborhood during the time it occupies the beachfront. Staff have also communicated the proposed activation to the Boucher Brothers. No concerns were shared with the Administration and displacement fees would be part of the process. 452 of 1589 FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT N/A Does this Ordinance require a Business Impact Estimate? (FOR ORDINANCES ONLY) If applicable, the Business Impact Estimate (BIE) was published on: Clickk or tap here to See BIE at: https•//www miamibeachfl.gov/city-hall/city-clerk/meeting-notices/ FINANCIAL INFORMATION CONCLUSION The Administration is supportive and recommends the Mayor and Commission review details of the Global Champions Arabians Tour of Miami Beach event to take place in the Collins Park Beachfront the second week of April 2026, during a high impact period for the City. With the addition of this event, the Collins Park beachfront will be unavailable from March 19 — May 9, 2026, for a total of 52 days. If approved, it is recommended the Mayor and Commission adopt the resolution. Applicable Area South Beach Is this a "Residents Right to Know" item, pursuant to City Code Section 2-17? Ire Is this item related to a G.O. Bond Project? 212 Was this Agenda Item initially requested by a lobbyist which, as defined in Code Sec. 2-481, includes a principal engaged in lobbying? No If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s): Department Tourism and Culture Sponsor(s) Co-sponsor(s) Condensed Title Authorize Global Champions Arabians Tour for MB April 2026. TC 453 of 1589 Previous Action (For City Clerk Use Only) 454 of 1589 455 of 1589 456 of 1589 457 of 1589 lefoolo, yi G! 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Set against a spectacular coastal backdrop, the three-day celebration blended equestrian elegance. elevated hospitality. and unforgettable moments In a way only Miami could. r S !► CLICK TO PLAY FROM CONCEPT TO REALITY For GC.AI s American debut, 4WRD reimagined the South Beach shoreline into a fully immersive destination —merging the refinement of Arabian horse culture with the pulse of Miami's creative energy. In collaboration with Major Food Group, we delivered a bold, multi -sensory experience that unfolded across three extraordinary days of competition, culinary excellence, and beachfront spectacle. 4WRD led the full end -to -end development and production of GCAT Miami >:> EVENT CONCEPT • PRODUCTION Oversaw the design and buildout of the beachfroi arena, transforming the sand into a fully immersive event environment. CREATIVE DIRECTION In collaboration with the GCAT team, we shaped the event's visual identity and guest experience —from signage and invitations to partnerships, layout, and d2cor M LOGISTICS Coordinated international equine arrivals, VIP guest experience. traffic flow, security, and city permitting TALENT & ENTERTAINMENT Produced and executed a showstopping opening night concert featuring Sting, curated as a signature moment of the weekend FOOD 8 BEVERAGE EXPERIENCE In partnership with Major Food Group, we created a luxury culinary program featuring signature dishes from Carbone. ZZ's. Sadelle's, and more. with day -to -night offerings curated to match each event's mood. 461 of r Y f�. ibaii�► u r COLLINS AVENUE BEACHFRONT Set along the sands of Miami Beach, just off iconic } Collins Avenue, the GCAT Miami venue redefined what a beachfront event could be. Built entirely on ;he sand, the site was transformed into a custom- designecll arena complete with an equestrian show ring, concert stage, VP lounges, and full hospitality infrastructure. 77, 1/94,4,7 �e GCAT MIAMI Turning a raw stretch of Miarni Beach into a fully built arena —merging equestrian tradition with elevated hospitality. bold design. and beachfront spectacle. I it, I" THE GRAND REVEAL Id dt ..ign and�metsc.,loa*, execution. 4Wk.2, t,rokght GGAT Miami to life on the sands of SOLth beach, Goests'111110poed into a fully butt beachfront world—featwing a custom eq +Astrww arena. open-air loinges. drarnatic lighting. and scOgted hospitality zones designed for bo,h elegance and energy From sunset cockta❑s to showstopping performances. every detail contribatea to an atmosphere that was immersive, cinematic. and entirely unforgettable N ,!!:I� , Ir .doom".. it a I It �I lip la ko aw q7 GCAT M IAM I EXPERIENCE GOAT Miami redefined what an equestrian event could be. Over three days. guests witnessed championship -level Arabian horses, dined beachside with Major Food Group, and ended each evening under the stars —with moments that felt more cinematic than competitive 4.1 A WEEKEND OF PRESTIGE & PERFORMANCE ► DAY ONE - OPENING NIGHT i he weekend began with a golden hour horse showcase and beachtront dinner by Major Food Group. capped by a pr vate concert from Sting under the Miami sky. 10, DAY TWO - THE COMPETITION Guests spent the day ringside as the world's top Arabian horses competed, with Sadelle's towers. sushi bars, and handrolls served throughout. 10. DAY THREE - THE FINALE 1, 1, ,,�-ning unfolded with sunset views. standout performances. and one last celebration blending design. sport. and culinary detail IM� �,tt� ti � � • 1 r f •I, i r Y, ►t''a n 1. pp P. p P, Is M, i� r l• I i • A START -STUDDED CELEBRATION The guest list spoke volumes. From global icons like Jeff Bezos, Lionel Messi. David Beckham, and DJ Khaled. to entertainment figures including Lisa Hochstein. Julia Lemigova. and Kiki Barth, the weekend drew a curated mix of cultural tastemakers. athletes, business leaders, and media personalities. The result was a rare intersection of sport, society. and style —positioning GCAT Miami as the most sophisticated equestrian event ever staged in the Americas. , 1IN E 0 r .Ak • I AN i ;s 'i • C" C-1 4�0 Global Press Coverage & Media Impact The GCAT Miami 2025 received extensive international and regional press coverage. amplifying its cultural and luxury relevance. t Ivyrlx�ti @low oWrnu W", a e+ wpN AWSl ow►c�•. aar su<a w FORBES 'GCAT Miami wasn't lust a sporting event —it was a masterclass in global luxury, cultural diplomacy and We experience design.' CLICK TO READ GCAT MIAMI IN THE HEADLINES No" nwu crawlwr •a•u•a� Kwa awt+ ■ all•M IIAM IIRIR n M 1'12104t••Nu Axo we" wan 4 l � , 11114*_:, Wk r SPORTS ILLUSTRATED "world -class athleticism, unfiltered energy and a beachsrde arena that redefined what equestrian sport can look hke—GCAT Miami delivered spectacle at every stride." CLICK TO READ 481 of 1589 M, STING a STALLIONS NIT THE SAKRI INSIDE THE DEBUT OF GLOW CNAMPIONS ARARIAEIS YOUR IN MIAMI REALM! 00* OK! MAGAZINE From Sting's surprise performance to A-tlsters like Jeff Bezos and David Beckham in Me VIP lounge, GCAT Miami was the ceiebrrty playground of the year" CLICK TO READ GCAT MIAMI IN THE HEADLINES LOCAL 10 NEWS SEGMENT DECO DRIVE SEGMENT CLICK TO WATCH 482 of 1589 CLICK TO WATCH SPONSORSHIP VALUE AT A GLANCE CATNVRY OPPORTUNITY Engage with ultra -affluent individuals, international tastemakers, elite athletes, and influential celebrities in an AUDIENCE ACCESS mmersive beachfront setting Be part of a Forbes -featured event covered by Forbes, Haute Living, Arab News, Ocean Drive, and more —with BRAND VISIBILITY organic reach across traditional and social media. Position your brand at the nexus of sport, fashion, music, and luxury hospitality —an event described as "a CULTURAL ALIGNMENT cultural celebration" by GCAT's own Chairman. Align with a star-studded guest list including Jeff Bezos, Lionel Messi. Karolma Kurkova. Sting. DJ Khaled, and CELEBRITY ASSOCIATION other global icons. Activate in high -touch environments —from branded VIP lounges to culinary collaborations, gifting moments, EXPERIENTIAL BRANDING and beachfront visibility. Participation places your brand within a narrative of elegance. innovation. and prestige that continues long GLOBAL STORYTELLING after the weekend ends —across photo coverage. recap films, and press. B>� ft 4WPD Delivering Unforgettable Moments