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Things to do in Miami this weekend – Olympics edition
🥇 The wait is finally over: The Paris Olympics begin tomorrow, and we've rounded up a few of the best watch parties around town to celebrate the occasion.We've also included a few other events to check out when your sport of choice isn't on.📺 Miami's Public Library North Shore Branch is hosting an Opening Ceremony watch party that's kid friendly.Friday, 1-5:30pm. Free.😲 Catch the Opening Ceremony on the big screen at an IMAX.The theaters — AMC Aventura, Regal South Beach, AMC Sunset Place and EVO Entertainment Homestead — are participating.Tickets start at $20.24. Show begins at 1:30pm.🍻 Arlo Wynwood is hosting an Opening Ceremony watch party at its lobby bar, plus viewing opportunities throughout the Olympics.Free with RSVP. From 7-11pm. 🍱 Smorgasburg Miami is back with an Asian Street Food Market, hosted with Miami K-Pop night.Saturday and Sunday, 2-7pm. Free. 🇵🇪 Celebrate Peruvian Independence Day at PIER 5 with live performances from Pepe Alva and Cristian Silva, specialty drinks and food. The free event is on Saturday from 9pm-3am.🖼️ Fort Lauderdale residents: Close out the weekend at the NSU Art Museum with Fort Lauderdale Neighbor Day.Sunday, 12-5pm. Free. Proof of address required.
Miami breaker heads to Olympics with Team USA
Logan Edra, aka Logistx, is heading to the Olympic stage for the first time — and so is her sport.Why it matters: The 21-year-old dancer, who lives in Allapattah, will compete with Team USA in breaking when the sport makes its Olympic debut.The games begin Friday.The big picture: Breaking is among the four new sports approved by the International Olympic Committee to make the games more gender balanced and youth focused.The other three are port climbing, skateboarding and surfing.How it works: In the men's and women's breaking competitions, 16 b-boys and b-girls face off in one-on-one battles, integrating moves like...
From the Youth Circuit to the Olympics
Born and raised in Miami, Twanisha Terry discovered her passion for running at a young age. Her natural speed and agility quickly caught the attention of coaches and scouts, leading her to embark on a journey through the youth track circuit. “I started when I was nine years old,” she...
Underprivileged kids to get free swimming lessons in county’s ‘Zero Drowning’ collaboration with the Edu Foundation, KBCF and other groups
The Edu Foundation, a non-profit that provides free swimming lessons for underprivileged children, have collaborated with Miami-Dade and several other partners to launch the county’s “Zero Drownings” program. Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava recently announced the joint effort at an event held at Marva Y. Bannerman...
6 Exciting Spots In Miami To Watch The 2024 Olympic Games This Summer
The 2024 Summer Olympics are on and if you’re not making it to Paris, it’s time to make plans to watch your favorite athletes at a local watch party. If you’re rooting for Team USA (as well as the South Florida locals competing this year), we’ve got you covered. Here are several spots in Miami screening all the key events, from swimming to gymnastics and everything in between.
An Olympic-Themed Playground Is Popping Up In Miami Design District For Competitive Fun
Grab your running shoes! An Olympic-themed playground is set to take over Miami Design District’s Jungle Plaza, marking an exciting few weeks ahead for sports enthusiasts. In anticipation of the upcoming Olympic Games, Swiss luxury watchmaker OMEGA is putting together an interactive running track complete with starting blocks and a photofinisher camera, along with five table tennis tables and a playground for the littlest of aspiring Olympians. Although if you’d rather observe the action, there will be bleachers lining the track.
Incoming Miami freshman diver Jake Passmore confident ahead of first Olympics: “I feel great and I’m looking forward to it”
University of Miami incoming freshman diver Jake Passmore talks this summers upcoming 2024 Paris Olympic Games The post Incoming Miami freshman diver Jake Passmore confident ahead of first Olympics: “I feel great and I’m looking forward to it” appeared first on On3.
Miami’s Chiara Pellacani set to make second Olympic Games appearance: “I’m very proud to represent my country and the University of Miami”
University of Miami junior diver Chiara Pellacani talks the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics which will be her second appearance The post Miami’s Chiara Pellacani set to make second Olympic Games appearance: “I’m very proud to represent my country and the University of Miami” appeared first on On3.
University of Miami’s Chiara Pellacani overcomes mental health challenges to make Olympics
For the University of Miami’s Chiara Pellacani, athletic success came early and often. Before entering college, the Italian diver represented her home country at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, achieving a seventh-place finish in the 3-meter synchronized springboard.
FIU swimmer fulfilling Olympic dream
OUMY DIOP: Grenoble, France’s hometown girl’s childhood goal is in sight as the Florida International University sophomore competes at 2024 Summer Olympics. “It’s a big honor for me to represent Senegal,” she says. “For my parents it also means a lot.” PHOTO COURTESY OF FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY.
Eight Miami Hurricanes are participating in Paris Olympics
Seven current or former Miami Hurricanes athletes and one coach will be participating in the Paris Olympics which begin on Friday with the opening ceremonies. The seven athletes and one assistant coach will participate in Basketball, Diving, Track and Field and Volleyball. Eight Miami athletes competed in the Tokyo Olympics...
The CaneSport On3: Miami Hurricanes players under the most pressure as season approaches
With the season around the corner, we identify nine players that have the pressure on that Miami needs to have perform to their capabilities. The post The CaneSport On3: Miami Hurricanes players under the most pressure as season approaches appeared first on On3.
Elite 2028 quarterback Neimann Lawrence talks the Miami Hurricanes and his upcoming visit
Hollywood (Fla.) Ransom Everglades 2028 quarterback Niemann Lawrence talks the Miami Hurricanes ahead of his weekend viist The post Elite 2028 quarterback Neimann Lawrence talks the Miami Hurricanes and his upcoming visit appeared first on On3.
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