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Haitian Heritage Month

Explore Haitian art and culture in Miami during Haitian Heritage Month

Haitian Heritage Month

Every May, Haitian Heritage Month is a chance to celebrate the rich culture and history of Haiti and its diaspora.

Greater Miami & Miami Beach's thriving Haitian community, particularly in the Little Haiti neighborhood, is a hub for cultural events throughout the year and especially during May.

From exploring art and embarking on walking tours to savoring Creole flavors at local restaurants, experience Haitian Heritage Month with our in-depth guide and discover the destination’s Haitian events and legacy.

Celebrate Haitian Flavors

Throughout the destination, taste the flavors of Haiti and enjoy traditional dishes like griot (fried pork), diri sos pwa (rice and beans), Haitian legume (eggplant stew) and, of course, pikliz (a Haitian condiment made from cabbage, carrots, peppers and vinegar).

Meals presented in cabbage leaves at Chef Creole

Come to Little Haiti for its vibrant culinary scene, infused with flavors from the Bahamas, Haiti, Africa and more.

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Couple walking by Purvis Young mural in Overtown

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Formula 1 cars on the race track

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Aerial view of the sparkling blue water and white sands of Miami Beach

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