Greater Miami Festivals & Events Association

Greater Miami Festivals & Events Association GMFEA is is 501c(3) organization that supports the professional development, enhances the success and

GMFEA is proud sponsor of the Miami Arts Marketing Project Conference 🎭Today's MAMP conference brought together artists,...
06/11/2026

GMFEA is proud sponsor of the Miami Arts Marketing Project Conference 🎭

Today's MAMP conference brought together artists, arts professionals, and cultural leaders for a day of learning, collaboration, and idea sharing. We enjoyed connecting with attendees, discussing the festival and events industry, and highlighting the resources and support GMFEA provides to organizations throughout Greater Miami.

Thank you to the organizers and everyone who stopped by our booth. We look forward to continuing these conversations and supporting our region's vibrant arts and cultural community!

Congratulations to David Fernandez, GMFEA's new Executive Director! 🎉David brings a strong background in event planning,...
06/10/2026

Congratulations to David Fernandez, GMFEA's new Executive Director! 🎉

David brings a strong background in event planning, management, marketing, and graphic design, along with a deep commitment to the organization's mission and membership. He has proudly served on the board of GMFEA for many years and his dedication to what this organization stands for has never wavered.

We are excited for the future and look forward to all that's ahead under David's leadership.

Congratulations, David! 👏

Ready to connect, learn, and grow? 🚀Join industry leaders, creative professionals, and changemakers for a day packed wit...
06/08/2026

Ready to connect, learn, and grow? 🚀

Join industry leaders, creative professionals, and changemakers for a day packed with insightful panel discussions, hands-on workshops, networking opportunities, and valuable resources designed to help you take your work to the next level.

📅 Thursday, June 11
⏰ 8 AM – 3 PM
📍 Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus, Chapman Conference Center (Building 3, Room 3210)

Explore topics across the arts, hospitality, legal, and funding sectors, connect with fellow professionals, and discover new tools and opportunities to support your success.

As proud sponsors of this series, we're excited to support this incredible event. Best of all, it's FREE for GMFEA members!

👉 RSVP today: [email protected]

Already registered? Invite a coworker to join you!

Looking to connect, learn, and grow? Join the next Creative Catalyst event on June 11! ✨This full-day experience will fe...
06/05/2026

Looking to connect, learn, and grow? Join the next Creative Catalyst event on June 11! ✨

This full-day experience will feature panel discussions with leaders across the arts, hospitality, legal, and funding sectors, hands-on workshops with the latest creative tools, networking opportunities, and an expo with resources designed to help creative professionals thrive.

📅 Thursday, June 11
⏰ 8 AM – 3 PM
📍 Miami Dade College - Wolfson Campus, Chapman Conference Center ( Arts & Business Council of Miami )

FREE for GMFEA members, and we're proud sponsors of this series!

👉 RSVP to reserve your spot: [email protected]

Looking for Sunday plans? 🎻🌳Head to Greynolds Park for the South Florida Bluegrass Association Festival, a family-friend...
06/05/2026

Looking for Sunday plans? 🎻🌳

Head to Greynolds Park for the South Florida Bluegrass Association Festival, a family-friendly afternoon of live music in one of South Florida's most beautiful outdoor settings.

📅 Sunday, June 7
⏰ 1 PM – 5 PM
📍 Greynolds Park, North Miami Beach

Bring a lawn chair or blanket, relax under the trees, and enjoy an afternoon of bluegrass music with friends and family.

Looking for something fun to do in South Florida? ☀️Here are three outdoor events happening over the next week:🎷 Patio J...
05/29/2026

Looking for something fun to do in South Florida? ☀️

Here are three outdoor events happening over the next week:

🎷 Patio Jazz (South Beach Jazz Festival + Miami Design Preservation League)
Enjoy a FREE evening of live jazz featuring The G.G. Quartet in one of Miami Beach's most iconic settings:
- May 29 | 5 PM – 7 PM
- Art Deco Welcome Center
- RSVP: https://sobejazzfestival.com/tickets/

🌕 Full Moon Over Miami River Cruise (Visit Miami + Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau)
Take in beautiful views of the Miami skyline and river aboard this unique full moon cruise experience:
- May 30 | 6 PM – 8 PM
- Museum of Miami
- Tickets: https://www.miamiandbeaches.com/event/full-moon-over-miami-river-cruise/38435

⚓ Rock the Marina: Reel & Reef Adventures (Boynton Beach CRA)
A fun-filled afternoon celebrating South Florida's waterfront lifestyle:
- June 6 | 2 PM – 6 PM
- Boynton Harbor Marina
- Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/rock-the-marina-free-event-tickets-1988861981726

Which event is calling your name?

A huge  thank you to our keynote Alex Durant for an unforgettable session at the 13th Annual GMFEA Conference. “Masterin...
05/27/2026

A huge thank you to our keynote Alex Durant for an unforgettable session at the 13th Annual GMFEA Conference. “Mastering the Nuances of Sponsor Relationships” was exactly that. A masterclass in the details most event teams never see coming. She reminded us that the smallest things carry the biggest weight, and that the difference between a sponsor who comes back and one who doesn’t lives in how well we truly take care of them.

This is the work. Run a clean race. 🌹

South Florida communities are coming together this Memorial Day weekend to honor and remember the brave men and women wh...
05/22/2026

South Florida communities are coming together this Memorial Day weekend to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country 🇺🇸

Check out the upcoming community events and plan your weekend:

📅 May 23–25

• Deering Estate, Memorial Day Weekend – Reduced Admission Days
Learn more: https://deeringestate.org/events/memorial-day-weekend/

• City of Hialeah McDonald Water Park, Memorial Day Weekend
Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=977730701305575&set=a.144024764676177

📅 May 24:

• Boynton Beach Memorial Park City of Boynton Beach, Government, Annual Memorial Day Veterans Ceremony
Learn more: https://www.boynton-beach.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=2629

📅 May 25:

• City of North Miami Beach Government, Annual Memorial Day Service
Learn more: https://www.citynmb.com/Calendar.aspx?EID=8886&month=5&year=2026&day=7&calType=0

• Coconut Creek Government Veteran’s Park, Memorial Day Ceremony / Stars for our Troops Campaign
Learn more: https://www.coconutcreek.gov/news-and-events/events/event-detail/2026/05/25/default-calendar/memorial-day-ceremony

• The City of North Miami Government – Griffing Park, Memorial Day Ceremony
Learn more: https://northmiamifl.gov/1470/Memorial-Day

As we gather with family and friends this weekend, we also take time to honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice ❤️🤍💙

05/20/2026

Hats off to an unforgettable finish line! 👒🌹

The 2026 GMFEA Conference brought together some of the absolute best in the South Florida events industry for a day full of inspiration, collaboration, laughter, and derby-worthy fun. From incredible conversations and packed sessions to reunions, new connections, and celebration moments, the energy all day long was truly something special.

Thank you to our speakers, sponsors, vendors, volunteers, and attendees for helping make this event such a success. The creativity, passion, and community within this industry never disappoints 🥂

Until next year!

🎥 - MasterWing Creative Agency

🌹 A huge thank you to our absolutely WINNING Board of Directors! You’ve crossed the finish line first in our hearts, lea...
05/18/2026

🌹 A huge thank you to our absolutely WINNING Board of Directors! You’ve crossed the finish line first in our hearts, leading the pack with unmatched support, dedication, and heart.

Cheers to not just being phenomenal colleagues, but incredible friends. Raising our mint juleps to all of you! 🥃

The race is far from over, and there’s no team we’d rather ride with into the next stretch. Can’t wait to see what victories lie ahead! 🌹

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