South Florida is still in recovery mode from Hurricane Irma, which blew a path destruction through the area and left thousands without power. Luckily, the fun never stops in South Florida. From free festivals to concerts by chart-topping artists, this weekend is loaded with action-packed events.
Here's a round-up of events you don't want to miss:
>>> Luis Fonsi
The Puerto Rican crooner Luis Fonsi is bringing his top-charting song “Despacito” to the Hard Rock Live stage this Friday, along with more from his collection of dance hits. The can’t-get-out-of-your-head jam surpassed the “See You Again” collaboration by Wiz Khalifa and Charlie Puth to become the most-watched YouTube video of all time. Click here for more concert info.
>>> Riverwalk Fall Festival
It’s officially fall! The Riverwalk Fall Festival sets the tone for the season change on Saturday with a day of carnival-themed games, pumpkin painting, live music, arts and crafts, face painting, competitions, food trucks, and more. The free event is open to all ages – and even well-behaved leashed pets. More festival details here.
>>> FREE Museum Admission
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Celebrate “boundless curiosity” with free admission this Saturday to several museums around South Florida including the Pérez Art Museum Miami, Norton Museum of Art, NSU Art Museum Fort Lauderdale and more. Click here for more museums taking participating in the Smithsonian magazine’s “Museum Day Live” promotion.
>>> 13th Annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration
Miami International Mall is hosting its 13th Annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration this Saturday to commemorate National Hispanic Heritage Month. The fiesta celebrates the unique cultures of more than 20 Latin countries in Central America, South America and the Caribbean with musical performances, fashion shows, exhibits, culinary treats, specialty cocktails, and more. Click here for more details.
>>> Lisett Morales Live
Singer Lisett Morales will headline ArtScape’s final concert of the season at Collins Park in Miami Beach. The Cuban songstress made her Off-Broadway debut in “Celia: The Life and Music of Celia Cruz,” which landed her a gig as the lead singer of the “Celia Cruz All Star.” Click here for more info on the free concert.
