URBAN GOLF WEEKEND: Celebrating golf, culture, and community, UGW will tee off Aug. 29 – 31, across iconic Miami venues including Eden Roc Miami Beach, Miami Beach Golf Club, and Miami Marina. What began as a vision to diversify and make the sport more approachable for newcomers has evolved into a powerhouse Labor Day tradition, blending high-level networking, dynamic conversations, cultural celebrations, and a charity golf tournament that directly supports HBCU golf scholarships. The mission of Urban Golf Weekend is to provide resources to organizations that extend the game of golf to people of color. To register for the Labor Day tradition uniting sport, culture, and community to expand access and fund HBCU golf scholarships, visit urbangolfweekend.com/urbangolf-weekend-tickets

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URBAN FILM FESTIVAL: Step into Historic Overtown and the heart of Miami, Labor Day weekend, Aug. 29 – 31, for the 10th annual event where culture, creativity, and community collide, at one of the largest free film festivals in America, celebrating raw, authentic, and unapologetic stories by filmmakers, for filmmakers. From red carpet premieres to exclusive industry panels, from bold new voices to seasoned creators, the ultimate celebration of urban cinema. Visit urbanfilmfestivals.com.

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OBC GAME AFTERPARTY: Saturday, Aug. 30, 9 p.m. – 2 a.m., A Tropical, 42 NE 25th St., Wynwood. Visit Eventbrite.com.

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THE YARD vs. THE SET: The Orange Blossom Classic Afterparty. Join us at Saucy Boodah, 337 NW 25th St. Miami, Aug 30, 8 p.m., for the ultimate showdown between The Yard and The Set! Rattlers, Bison and everyone in between get ready to party all night long with the best Howard and FAMU DJs, food and vibes. This is the place to be after the big game, so don’t miss out on the fun. Grab your crew and let’s make some unforgettable memories together! Visit Eventbrite.com.

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ORANGE BLOSSOM CLASSIC: It’s Orange Blossom Classic Weekend 2025, with the big clash of top HBCU universities Howard University Bison vs. Florida A&M University Rattlers, Saturday, Aug. 30, 4 p.m. at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. It’s football, it’s battle of the bands, it’s HBCU pride and afterparties with some of the best deejays at some of the best venues in the city, all going down in sunny South Florida on Labor Day Weekend.Visit orangeblossomclassic.com

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KRAVIS CENTER VOLUNTEERS: The Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach is seeking new volunteers in preparation for the 2025 – 2026 season. Volunteer opportunities are available in hospitality and ushering. To become an usher, applicants must complete a training course about Kravis Center operations. The course covers emergency evacuations, seating procedures, show protocols and customer service skills. New Volunteer Orientation for the 2025 – 26 Season will be held in Persson Hall at the Kravis Center on Sept. 15 at 11 a.m. and Sept. 25 at 6 p.m. Anyone interested in becoming a volunteer must complete an application at kravis.org/volunteer. For other information contact Volunteer Coordinator Karole Cooney at cooney@kravis.org or Glenora Florence at florence@kravis.org.

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DONATE SUPPLIES, WIN A CRUISE: BrightStar Credit Union is launching a charitable social media campaign in support of Broward County Public Schools and the Broward Education Foundation in which five lucky participants will win a getaway plus a $150 cash gift card. To enter, community members have to: Donate school supplies at any BrightStar branch, such as notebook paper, glue sticks, pencil pouches, pencils, composition books, folders, and hand sanitizer; post your donation on social media, as your entry, follow and tag @BrightStarCU and use #bscucares; become a BrightStar Credit Union member during the month of August (free to apply). The campaign runs through Aug. 31. Winners will be selected at random from the list of participants. Visit bscu.org.

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“THE LIVING LENS”: Funding Arts Broward (FAB) has announced its inaugural photography exhibition designed to spotlight local talent and strengthen Broward County’s dynamic arts ecosystem. FAB invites photographers of all levels, backgrounds, and artistic influences to submit entries for this juried competition by Aug. 31. Selected works will be featured in a three-day exhibition at MAD Arts, Nov. 14 16, 2025. Participating artists will also have the opportunity to sell their work, retaining 90% of the proceeds. Unsold works will remain available for purchase online following the exhibition, offering continued exposure and sales potential. The Living Lens entry fee is $35 per submission. Visit fundingartsbroward.org.

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ANNUAL CREATIVE MARKET: The Armory Art Center, 811 Park Place in West Palm Beach, is now accepting artist applications for participation in the 9th year of its juried art festival. Artists are invited to apply in basketry, ceramics, decorative fiber, furniture, glass, jewelry, metal, mixed media, paper, wearable art, wood, leather, sculpture, painting, printmaking, and more. The show is limited to approximately 150 exhibitors, chosen by a jury of highly qualified 2D and 3D fine artists and craftspeople. The artist application deadline is Sept. 19, 2025. The Juried Art Exhibition will highlight the theme “Full Circle.” From oranges to eggs, tree rings to figure eights, artists will be challenged to close the loop, spiral out of control, and share their sphere of influence. The application deadline is Sept. 26. Performing artists and food & beverage vendors are also invited to submit their application by Sept. 12. Visit armoryart.org.

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SPELLBINDING WORLD: Magician Rob Lake has performed before millions of people on television and in person in more than 60 countries. A breakout contestant on NBC’s “America’s Got Talent,” Lake has become an in-demand illusionist and creative consultant on Broadway (“Death Becomes Her,” “Disney’s Aladdin:) and for stars such as Adele, who hired him to collaborate on her recent Las Vegas residency. Fresh off major residencies in Dubai and the Bahamas, Lake returns to the Arsht September 13 at 8 p.m. at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, with an all-out, mind-blowing show featuring brand-new illusions. Get your tickets before they disappear. Visit arshtcenter.org.

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OLD SCHOOL PARTY: The Dade Deltas Foundation Inc. presents a Soul Train Shades of Denim scholarship fundraising event, Friday, Sept. 26, 7 – 11 p.m., at the Joe Celestin Community Center, 1525 NW 135th St., Miami, featuring live entertainment and DJ, cash raffles and giveaways, 305 Sliders Line Dancers, BYOB, BYOF. Donation $50 per person, CashApp $DadeDeltas2021 by 9/20/25. Tables of eight. Contact: Dadedeltasfoundation@gmail.com

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TWO INCREDIBLE ON BROADWAY SHOWS: Tickets for Kravis on Broadway go on sale Friday, Aug. 29 for …

The Wiz, Oct. 21 – 26. The Wiz returns “home” to stages across America in an all-new tour, direct from Broadway. The Baltimore Sun raves “powerhouse performances. Stunning choreography. Visionary sets,” and the Chicago Sun-Times proclaims THE WIZ is “an eye-popping and high-intensity revival!” This groundbreaking twist on “The Wizard of Oz” changed the face of Broadway – from its iconic score packed with soul, gospel, rock and 70s funk to its stirring tale of Dorothy’s journey to find her place in a contemporary world. Everybody rejoice – this dynamite infusion of ballet, jazz and modern pop brings a whole new groove to easing on down the road! Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, 701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach. For tickets visit kravis.org.

‘Twas the Night Before… by Cirque du Soleil, Nov. 20 – 30. Cirque du Soleil productions captivate millions of theatergoers around the globe each year, and ‘Twas the Night Before… marks the company’s first and only holiday show. Inspired by the classic poem “A Visit from Saint Nicholas” by Clement Clarke Moore, memorable lines from the cherished tale sparked Cirque’s story about a jaded young girl who rediscovers the magic of the holidays. A festive flurry of love and cheer created especially for families, ‘Twas the Night Before… features thrilling acrobatics, lovable characters and a soundtrack including holiday classics reinvented by Cirque du Soleil. The show was conceived and is directed by James Hadley, a 25-year veteran of circus productions and live theater. Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts, 701 Okeechobee Blvd. in West Palm Beach. For tickets visit kravis.org.

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