March 21 - 24, 2012

The largest Latin American and international fashion event in the U.S. Models, designers and fashionistas from across the globe will roll out the latest looks on catwalks all around town. The main exhibition hall is transformed into a futuristic Fashion City where vendors can showcase their collections and connect to buyers, editors and the fashion press who gather for this world class event. The show runs from March 21-24 at the Miami Beach Convention Center at 17th and Washington Avenue, 7 blocks from the Winter Haven Hotel. For more information visit http://www.miamifashionweek.com/.

February 29 - March 5, 2012

Launched in 1994 as a one-time charity dance event on the sands of beautiful South Beach, Winter Party Festival has evolved into a week-long series of events benefiting the LGBT community nationally and locally. Over 10,000 guests from around the world attend the annual six-day extravaganza featuring the most spectacular venues, unforgettable parties and the best international DJ talent. Events and parties take place throughout Miami and South Beach. For a complete list of events, tickets, and more information, visit http://www.winterparty.com/.

February 23 - 26, 2012

The Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival presented by FOOD & WINE is a national, star-studded, four-day destination event showcasing the talents of the world's most renowned wine and spirits producers, chefs and culinary personalities. This will be the 11th edition of the Food Network’s beach-side culinary extravaganza highlighting the latest trends in the wine and food industry.

The event now attracts more than 50,000 guests from around the world to the shores of Miami Beach for this 4-day culinary extravaganza.  Most events are within walking distance of the Winter Haven. For the complete list of events, tickets, and more information, go to http://www.mdpl.org/events/about-adw/art-deco-weekend-2012/.