What's on tonight
Sunday, October 18. Events from the Gold Coast Wave calendar, and the trivia, music and happy hours that run every week at places we have checked.
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4pmEbony Chorale of the Palm Beaches: Unity, Love, and BrotherhoodDreyfoos Concert Hall, Kravis Center, 701 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach
More than 250 voices from the Ebony Chorale and other local choirs sing a patriotic and inspirational program marking the nation's 250th anniversary.
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5pm to 9pmNoBe Sunday Block PartyFishtales on 33rd, 3355 NE 33rd St, Fort Lauderdale
Free outdoor live music every Sunday evening in Fort Lauderdale's North Beach neighborhood, running weekly through the end of December.
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7pm to 9pmFree Live Music at Hollywood Beach TheatreHollywood Beach Theatre, 200 Johnson St, Hollywood
The beachside stage on the Broadwalk hosts free evening concerts with room to dance, Wednesday through Sunday from 7 to 9 p.m., programmed by Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort.
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Any timeBuena Vista Social Club (Broadway Tour)Au-Rene Theater, Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW 5th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
The Broadway musical built around the Grammy-winning Cuban album plays its final Fort Lauderdale performances. Shows Fri Oct 16 at 8 PM, Sat Oct 17 at 2 PM and 8 PM, and Sun Oct 18 at 1 PM and 6:30 PM. Tickets via Ticketmaster, prices vary.
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Any timeBuena Vista Social Club at the Broward CenterAu-Rene Theater, Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW 5th Ave, Fort Lauderdale
The Broadway musical built around the Grammy-winning Cuban album, telling the story of the Havana musicians behind it. Shows Tue Oct. 13 through Thu Oct. 15 at 7:30 p.m., Fri Oct. 16 at 8 p.m., Sat Oct. 17 at 2 and 8 p.m., and Sun Oct. 18 at 1 and 6:30 p.m.
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Any timeCome From Away (Slow Burn Theatre Co.)Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Amaturo Theater, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale
Slow Burn Theatre Co. stages the musical in the Amaturo Theater. Thursdays and Fridays at 7:45 p.m.; Saturdays at 1 and 7:45 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m. (plus 7 p.m. on Oct. 18). Open-captioned performance Sunday, Oct. 18, at 2 p.m.
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Any timeSlow Burn Theatre Co: Come From AwayAmaturo Theater, Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW 5th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Slow Burn Theatre stages the hit musical about a Newfoundland town that took in thousands of stranded travelers after 9/11. Evening shows Tue to Sat at 7:45 PM, matinees Sat Oct 17 and Oct 24 at 1 PM, Sun Oct 18 at 2 PM and 7 PM, closing Sun Oct 25 at 2 PM. Tickets via Ticketmaster, prices vary.
Coming up this week
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MondayAny timeCome From Away (Slow Burn Theatre Co.)Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Amaturo Theater, 201 SW Fifth Ave., Fort Lauderdale
Slow Burn Theatre Co. stages the musical in the Amaturo Theater. Thursdays and Fridays at 7:45 p.m.; Saturdays at 1 and 7:45 p.m.; Sundays at 2 p.m. (plus 7 p.m. on Oct. 18). Open-captioned performance Sunday, Oct. 18, at 2 p.m.
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MondayAny timeSlow Burn Theatre Co: Come From AwayAmaturo Theater, Broward Center for the Performing Arts, 201 SW 5th Ave, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
Slow Burn Theatre stages the hit musical about a Newfoundland town that took in thousands of stranded travelers after 9/11. Evening shows Tue to Sat at 7:45 PM, matinees Sat Oct 17 and Oct 24 at 1 PM, Sun Oct 18 at 2 PM and 7 PM, closing Sun Oct 25 at 2 PM. Tickets via Ticketmaster, prices vary.
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Tuesday3:30pm to 6:30pmYappy Hour at Flamingo ParkFlamingo Park, 1200 Meridian Ave, Miami Beach
A Halloween-themed meetup for dogs and their people with live music, pet caricatures and a Biscayne Bay protection pledge.
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Tuesday6:30pm to 9pmVizcaya Live: Toomai String QuintetVizcaya Museum and Gardens, 3251 S Miami Ave, Miami, FL 33129
An evening chamber music concert by the Toomai String Quintet, which brings a global spin to the string repertoire, on the grounds of Vizcaya Museum and Gardens. Tickets are listed at 20 dollars or less, with free parking.
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Tuesday7:30pmThe Concert: A Tribute to ABBALillian S. Wells Hall, The Parker, 707 NE 8th St, Fort Lauderdale
A tribute band works through the Swedish group's biggest hits at The Parker.
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Wednesday7:30pmLive Dead & Brothers at The ParkerLillian S. Wells Hall, The Parker, 707 NE 8th St, Fort Lauderdale
Players drawn from the extended Grateful Dead and Allman Brothers circles perform songs from both catalogs.
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WednesdayAny timeSouth Beach Seafood FestivalLummus Park, Ocean Drive, Miami Beach (Friday and Saturday events)
Four days of seafood on Miami Beach. Wednesday Oct. 21 at 7 p.m. is the Made in Miami opening dinner at Phuc Yea; Thursday Oct. 22 brings paired dinners at Miami Beach restaurants; Friday Oct. 23, 7 to 11 p.m., is the VIP Chef Showdown on the sand at Lummus Park, nine head-to-head battles with
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Thursday5:30pm to 8:30pmSounds of The Set: Blackmer's MarketLibby Wesley Plaza, 2 SW 5th Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33444
A community evening in Delray's historic Set district with live music from J Sharp Band and local vendors from Blackmer's Market. It is meant to bring neighbors out to shop the area's small businesses.
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Thursday6pm to 9pmClematis by NightGreat Lawn, 100 N. Clematis Street, West Palm Beach
West Palm Beach's free Thursday concert series on the Great Lawn downtown. Fall lineup: Oct. 8 The Goodnicks; Oct. 15 56 Ace; Oct. 22 Dee Dee Wilde Band; Oct. 29 Uncle Morty's Rhythm Cream; Nov. 5 Cover to Cover; Nov. 12 Terry Hanck; Nov. 19 Big Al & the Heavyweights. No concert on Thanksgiving.
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Thursday6pm to 9pmClematis by Night: the Dee Dee Wilde BandCentennial Square and Great Lawn, 100 N Clematis St, West Palm Beach
Free Thursday night concert on the West Palm Beach waterfront with the Dee Dee Wilde Band, 6 to 9 p.m. Downtown garages and Clematis Street restaurants are a short walk away.
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Thursday7:30pmArts Ballet Theatre of Florida: DraculaAventura Arts & Cultural Center, 3385 NE 188th St, Aventura
The Miami premiere of Roberto Forleo's full-length Dracula ballet, mixing classical and contemporary dance, at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center.
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Thursday7:30pm to 8:45pmDorem: Yiddish Songs with Alejandra CzarnyAlan and Diane Lieberman Theater at the JCC, 18900 NE 25th Ave, North Miami Beach
Museum of Miami artist in residence Alejandra Czarny blends her South American roots with traditional and original Yiddish songs, joined by musicians and guest dancers.
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ThursdayAny timeBallet Palm Beach: Mary Shelley's FrankensteinRinker Playhouse, Kravis Center, 701 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach
Ballet Palm Beach stages an original dance adaptation of the classic gothic novel, recommended for ages 9 and up. Performances are Thursday and Friday at 7 p.m., plus Saturday at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.
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Friday5pm to 9pmBoo Bash at ArtsParkArtsPark at Young Circle, 1 Young Circle, Hollywood
Free Halloween night for kids: music and activities from 5 p.m., a costume fashion show at 7 p.m. and a movie at 8 p.m. Food for purchase.
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Friday6pm to 11pmFolklore and Foliage at the Botanical GardenMiami Beach Botanical Garden, 2000 Convention Center Dr, Miami Beach
A free after dark night in the garden with vendors of dark art and curiosities, a ghost stories book talk, live music, a shadow puppet show, tarot readings and a themed bar.
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Friday7pm to 8:30pmSounds of the Silent Screen: MetropolisWillow Theatre, Sugar Sand Park, 300 S Military Trail, Boca Raton
Fritz Lang's 1927 silent sci-fi epic screens with a live score at the Willow Theatre in Sugar Sand Park. Tickets $15, $10 for kids 12 and under.
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Friday8pm to 10pmWhat a Night! with Nestor TorresArts Garage, 94 NE 2nd Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33444
Latin Grammy nominated flutist Nestor Torres mixes Latin jazz, originals and Great American Songbook selections over two nights at Arts Garage. Shows run 8 to 10 PM Friday and Saturday.
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FridayAny timeGarden of Shadows at FairchildFairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road, Miami
A nighttime Halloween walk along the Shadow Trail through six story-driven encounters, with aerialists, tarot readings, a DJ and a 9 p.m. costume contest each night. Runs Fri Oct. 23 and Sat Oct. 24, 7 to 10:30 p.m.; parking opens at 6:30.
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Saturday8:30am to 1:30pmWest Palm Beach GreenMarketWest Palm Beach Waterfront, 100 N Clematis St, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
The city's award winning Saturday market, now in its 32nd season, fills the waterfront with local produce, international food vendors, live music, chef showcases and pop up workshops. Free to attend; City Center, Clematis and Sapodilla garages are free during market hours.
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Saturday9am to 2pmDelray Beach GreenMarketOld School Square, 51 N. Swinton Ave., Delray Beach
The 31st annual Winter GreenMarket season runs every Saturday from Oct. 24 through May 22, 2027, with produce, cheeses and jams, baked goods, flowers, plants and live music.
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Saturday4pm to 9pmPompano Beach Boo BashPompano Community Park, 1801 NE 6th St, Pompano Beach, FL
Free family Halloween night with carnival rides, hay rides, a pumpkin patch, petting zoo, toddler zone, food trucks, live performances and a DJ. Pie-eating contest at 7 PM and costume contest at 8 PM. Free admission.
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Saturday5pm to 9pmHalloween Spooktacular & Golf Cart ParadeCutler Ridge Park, 10100 SW 200th St, Cutler Bay, FL 33189
Cutler Bay's annual Halloween night with trunk or treat, a costume contest, inflatables, food trucks, a DJ and a parade of decorated golf carts. Parade lineup is 5 to 5:50 PM and the parade starts at 6 PM.
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Saturday6:30pm to 9:30pmPinecrest Uncorked! + Sound SessionPinecrest Gardens, 11000 Red Rd, Pinecrest, FL 33156
A tasting of 12 California wines with small bites in the gardens, then a concert by the New York band Hazmat Modine in the Banyan Bowl. 21 and over. Tasting only $65, concert only $50, VIP $100 (advance prices). Concert doors 7 PM, show 8:15 PM.
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Saturday7:30pmBuddy Guy 90 with Selwyn BirchwoodDreyfoos Concert Hall, Kravis Center, 701 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
The blues legend celebrates his 90th birthday on stage, with Florida blues guitarist Selwyn Birchwood opening.
Times come from organizers and venues and can change. Confirm with the place before you head out. Run a place or an event that belongs here? Tell us about it.