Here Are the Best Things to Do in Miami This Weekend

Friday, March 8

Any Vanderpump Rules fan knows that early on, James Kennedy was painted as the show's loveable villain. Fast-forward a couple of years, and Tom Sandoval is public enemy number one, and Kennedy is still the show's beloved rapscalian with a British accent. Fans will also know that Kennedy moonlights regularly as a DJ. See for yourself when the reality show star gets behind the decks at Strawberry Moon for its afternoon pool party at the Goodtime Hotel. Noon Friday, at Strawberry Moon, 601 Washington Ave., Miami Beach; 305-506-2112; strawberrymoonmiami.com. Tickets cost $20 to $300 via tixr.com. Sophia Medina

On Friday, Miami City Ballet blooms on stage at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts for its "Spring Mix" program. The show pays homage to the great George Balanchine with a performance of Agon, featuring the music of Igor Stravinsky. "Spring Mix" also features the work of choreographers Alonzo King and Ricardo Amarante, both of whom were inspired by Balanchine's work. The company will perform King's Following the Subtle Current Upstream for the first time and present the world premiere of Amarante's Delight. 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday, at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami; 305-949-6722; arshtcenter.org. Tickets cost $44 to $233. Ashley-Anna Aboreden

Founded in 1994 by Thomas Lauderdale in Portland, Oregon, Pink Martini is a multilingual band that has been wowing audiences the world over. The band incorporates jazz, traditional pop, and classical to concoct a sound that has become Pink Martini's signature calling card. The band stops at the Miami Beach Bandshell on Friday, with China Forbes taking over the vocal duties. 8 p.m. Friday, at Miami Beach Bandshell, 7275 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; miamibeachbandshell.com. Sold out. Jose D. Duran

With two Miami queens, Morphine Love Dion and Mhi'ya Iman Le'Paige, competing on this season of RuPaul's Drag Race, there's plenty to cheer about. Head to Villain Theater on Friday for its weekly RuPaul's Drag Race Season 16 Viewing Party and Drag Show. Drag queen Ariesela and Villain member LinerBaddie host the event. After each episode, stick around for a drag show featuring a roster of up-and-coming talent. 8 p.m. Friday, at Villain Theater, 5865 NE Second Ave., Miami; 786-391-2241; villaintheater.com. Admission is free with RSVP via eventbrite.com; a two-drink minimum is required. Ashley-Anna Aboreden

New City Players return to Island City Stage for the world premiere of Vanessa Garcia's play 1,000 Miles. Directed by Elizabeth Price, the play follows Solis, who arrives in the City looking for a better future from 1,000 Miles Across the Sea, a place ravaged by wars. It's a story familiar to many South Floridians and certainly to Garcia, a Cuban-American writer who knows a thing or two about people looking for a better life far from home. 8 p.m. Friday through March 24, at Island City Stage, 2304 N. Dixie Hwy., Wilton Manors; newcityplayers.org. Tickets cost $25 to $40. Jose D. Duran

Saturday, March 9

Jazz in the Gardens returns Saturday and Sunday, bringing with it plenty of silky-smooth grooves. Don't let the festival's name fool you — there's more than just jazz on the lineup. This year's lineup includes Summer Walker, Davido, Jazmine Sullivan, Fantasia, Kirk Franklin, Maxwell, Babyface, and Jeezy. For the hip-hop fans, this year's special guests include Rick Ross, Tricky Daddy, and Trina on Saturday and Lil' Kim, T.I., Too $hort, and Uncle Luke on Sunday. 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, at Hard Rock Stadium, 347 Don Shula Dr., Miami Gardens; jazzinthegardens.com. Tickets cost $105 to $762.50 via ticketmaster.com. Sophia Medina

In contrast to other food festivals in the area, the Dania Beach Wine & Seafood Festival promises to deliver delectable bites without the headache of choosing what event to attend. The one-day-only festival combines some of South Florida's best restaurants and plenty of libations. If you purchase the wine and beer sampling ticket, you can indulge in unlimited drinks throughout the event. There will also be live music by Nikki Floyd, Locos Por Juana, and Journey cover band Never Stop Believin'. 4 to 9 p.m. Saturday, at Dania Beach City Hall Plaza, 100 W. Dania Beach Blvd., Dania Beach; 954-696-0882; daniabeachwineandseafoodfest.com. Admission is free; wine & beer tickets cost $55 to $70. Sophia Medina

Billed as a "concert for good," NuStereo Love takes over the Underline's Sound Stage Plaza for an eclectic evening of music. The lineup features local talent like Katie Ox, Mike Garulli, Ledoux, Pockit, and Soleil. There will also be libations by downtown hot spot the Corner and food by Talkin' Tacos. The show benefits Guitars Over Guns, an organization that aims to empower young people through music. 7 p.m. Saturday, at the Underline's Sound Stage Plaza, SW First Ave. and Eighth St.; theunderline.org. Tickets cost $15 to $30 via eventbrite.com. Ashley-Anna Aboreden

Luc Besson's 1997 cult classic The Fifth Element is more than just your average sci-fi flick. Starring Bruce Willis, Gary Oldman, Chris Tucker, and Milla Jovovich, the movie is a stylish take on the 23rd Century. With costume designs by Jean-Paul Gaultier and production design by comic designers Jean "Moebius" Giraud and Jean-Claude Mézières, the film is so stylish that it makes every other sci-fi film look dull in comparison. Coral Gables Art Cinema shows the film on Saturday, giving you the chance to see the chic action movie on the big screen. 9 p.m. Saturday, at Coral Gables Art Cinema, 260 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables; 786-472-2249; gablescinema.com. Tickets cost $10 to $11.75. Jose D. Duran

Sunday, March 10

It's time to hit the beach and enjoy fun in the sun with your best four-legged friend. The annual Beagle Beach Bash takes over Haulover Dog Beach on Sunday, inviting you to bring along your beagle buddy. Presented by South Florida Beagle Rescue, the event encourages you and your doggo to mingle and make friends. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, at Haulover Dog Beach (between lifeguard towers #2 and #3), 10800 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; southfloridabeaglerescue.org. Admission is free with RSVP. Sophia Medina

The largest Latin music festival in America, Calle Ocho, once again takes over Little Havana's main corridor for a full day of music, food, and nonstop partying. Spanning 15 blocks, the streets will be packed with a cacophony of Latin American culture on display and eight stages with performances throughout the day. As of press time, the full lineup hasn't been announced, but this year's Kings of Carnaval Miami are the reggaeton duo Gente de Zona. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, at SW Eight Street between 12th to 27th Avenues, Miami; carnavalmiami.com. Admission is free; VIP tickets cost $135 via eventbrite.com. Sophia Medina