Carnaval Miami

Beginning February 22, Greater Miami & Miami Beach will host an exciting series of events celebrating the best Latin music, art and food the destination has to offer. Carnaval Miami is an expansive celebration of Hispanic culture. These lively, family-friendly events promise fun for everyone.

One of the best parts about attending Carnaval is that proceeds benefit the Kiwanis of Little Havana Foundation, which enhances children’s lives by funding sports leagues, summer camps, school supplies and college scholarships, and even offering family assistance.

Here are some of the best Carnaval Miami events to explore this year.

Carnaval Miami Main Events

44th Annual Miss Carnaval Miami Pageant

February 22 at 7 p.m.

The Miss Carnaval Miami pageant, an iconic Carnaval Miami event, will take place at the Manuel Artime Theater in Little Havana, where female leaders ages 17 to 27 will be judged on their community involvement, as well as their beauty, poise and talent.

The Miss Carnaval Miami winner will become the 2026 brand ambassador of Carnaval Miami, the Kiwanis Club of Little Havana and the Kiwanis of Little Havana Foundation and host the remaining Carnaval Miami events. She’ll also win college scholarship money and paid entry to the Miss Florida USA pageant.
Manuel Artime Theater, 900 SW 1st St, Miami, FL 33130

Putting For Education Golf Classic

February 23 at 10 a.m.

Compete against affluent businesspeople, avid golfers and Miami VIPs in the annual Putting for Education Golf Classic at Trump National Doral Golf Club in Doral.

The public is welcome, and all proceeds benefit the Kiwanis Little Havana Foundation’s scholarship fund, which awards four-year college scholarships to undergraduate students who otherwise would not have the opportunity for a higher education.
Trump National Doral Golf Club, 4400 NW 87th Ave, Miami, FL 33178

Carnaval on the Mile

March 7-8, beginning at 10 a.m. both days

Dance the weekend away at Carnaval on the Mile, a free two-day celebration of local art, music and food along Miracle Mile in the heart of Coral Gables.

On Saturday and Sunday, Miracle Mile will close all street traffic to create a safe, fun promenade where you can shop, dance and eat. Visit Artist Village to check out local artists and artisan vendors selling handmade crafts, jewelry, paintings, sculptures and photography.

Dance in the street to live jazz, funk and rock music. Afterward, enjoy food from the many vendors in attendance.
Along Miracle Mile in Coral Gables

Domino Tournament

March 9-11 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Get ready for some bravado and theatrics during Carnaval Miami’s annual  Domino Tournament at Máximo Gómez Park, known to locals as Domino Park, in Little Havana.

On a typical day, it’s the place to find some of the most competitive games around, and during Carnaval Miami, the tournament turns up the heat, with awards given at the end.

Enjoy delicious Latin food while watching friendly-but-impassioned domino matches. Businesses can participate by joining as a team. The event is free and open to the public.
Máximo Gómez Park, 801 SW 15th Ave., Miami, FL 33135

Calle Ocho Music Festival

March 15 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Experience 15 blocks of music, food and fun at the Calle Ocho Music Festival, the largest Latin music festival in the United States, on Calle Ocho in Little Havana.

Carnaval Miami’s marquee event features live music on multiple stages, food pavilions, folkloric performances and entertainment for everyone.

Through the years, it has spotlighted performances by some of Latin music’s biggest artists, such as Pitbull, Nicky Jam and Maluma, to name a few.
Along Calle Ocho from SW 12th to 27th avenues

Carnaval Miami Soccer 5v5 Challenge

TBD at 9 a.m.

The free Carnaval Miami Soccer 5v5 Challenge at Amelia Earhart Park in Hialeah promises a fun day for the whole family. More than 4,000 attendees on 100 teams from under 8 years of age to under 19 years old will play for trophies and bragging rights in a five-on-five format.
Amelia Earhart Park, 401 E 65th St, Hialeah, FL 33013

Carnaval Miami Pickleball Showdown

TBD at 9 a.m.

The pickleball phenomenon is part of the festivities this year with the Carnaval Miami Pickleball Showdown in The Fair Expo Center in University Park. Free for kids under 16 and open to both seasoned pros and beginners, it will be a day filled with lots of fun, prizes and community.
Fair Expo Center Pickleball, 10901 SW 24th St, Miami, FL 33165

By: Sara Liss | January 2, 2026