Give $3, Save 30% at Miami Seaquarium, All Proceeds from Offer Benefit South Florida Animals

In a continuing effort to help local animal charities, Miami Seaquarium introduces the Give $3, Save 30% offer, which gives guests the opportunity to donate to one of their favorite charities and receive a 30 percent savings on admission to Miami Seaquarium. Following the success of the last two years’ similar promotions which raised more than $46,000 in donations for wildlife related charities, this year’s promotion will benefit south Florida-based charities including Humane Society of Greater Miami Adopt-a-Pet, Humane Society of Broward County and South Florida SPCA Horse Rescue.


The offer starts on July 30 and runs until September 30. To participate visit www.miamiseaquarium.com for a donation form.

“Miami Seaquarium has a long history of reaching out to and assisting charities of all types,” said Andrew Hertz, General Manager. “We are happy this year to focus the fruits of these promotions on three very worthy charities that help dogs, cats and horses.”

Guests may choose from one of the following charities:


Humane Society of Greater Miami
The Humane Society of Greater Miami Adopt-A-Pet is a limited admit, adoption guarantee facility dedicated to placing every dog and cat in our care into a loving home, and to promoting responsible pet ownership and spay/neuter programs. Adoption guarantee simply means that every animal under our care is safe from the threat of euthanasia for as long as it takes to find them a forever family.

Humane Society of Broward County
The Humane Society of Broward County provides shelter, aid and responsible adoptions to animals entrusted to our care, and educates the community about respect and kindness to all animals.


South Florida SPCA Horse Rescue
The South Florida SPCA, founded in 1992, is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and adoption of abused, neglected and abandoned horses and other large animals. We also educate the community about responsible animal care, animal ownership and promote the welfare of animals through local and national advocacy.


Miami Seaquarium, South Florida's most popular tourist attraction, is a family-oriented marine-life park open to the public 365 days a year. The park provides visitors with a greater understanding and appreciation for marine life through shows, presentations and marine-life exhibits. General admission to Miami Seaquarium is $39.95 and $29.95 for children (ages 3-9). More information on Miami Seaquarium is available at www.miamiseaquarium.com; also "Like" Miami Seaquarium on Facebook.


Miami Seaquarium is an accredited member of the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks and Aquariums, an international organization committed to the care and conservation of marine mammals. Accreditation by the Alliance means this facility meets or exceeds all the standards of excellence for marine mammal care, husbandry, conservation and education.

Bunny-Palooza Hops onto the Scene at Miami Seaquarium: Celebrity Grand Marshal For Easter Parade, Continuous Egg Hunts, More!

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Easter Weekend in Miami gets underway with Bunny-Palooza 2012 at Miami Seaquarium, which hops onto the Easter scene from Friday, April 6th to Easter Sunday, Sunday, April 8th, with the largest parade in the event’s more than 10 year history. 

Ariana Grande of hit TV Show Victorious,
to serve as Grand Marshal of Easter Parade
during all three days of Easter weekend

The Easter Parade will feature Ariana Grande, who plays Cat Valentine, on the hit TV show Victorious.


In addition, guests will enjoy continuous Easter Egg Hunts throughout the day, candy galore and five acres of adrenaline pumping fun with bounce houses, ‘Giant Fun Slide,’ Rock Climbing Wall and many prizes and surprises.  


A discount offering of $8 off admission to Bunny-Palooza is available with a receipt or coupon from Publix Supermarkets.  Each day 10 lucky fans will have the opportunity to Meet and Greet with Parade Grand Marshal Ariana Grande. For more information on Bunny-Palooza and how to enter to win a Meet and Greet with Ariana Grande visit www.miamiseaquarium.com.




“Easter is a big deal at Miami Seaquarium,” said Andrew Hertz, General Manager at Miami Seaquarium. “This year, by bringing in a celebrity Grand Marshal we are building on the tradition that we have created over the course of more than 10 years. The 2012 Bunny-Palooza will be bigger and better than ever before. We are happy to welcome Ariana Grande to our parade and invite all her fans to come out to see her.”


The Easter Parade will start at 12:30pm on each day, complete with marching bands, strolling performers, costumed characters and of course the Easter Bunny. In addition, during the festivities, bunny hoppers should be on the lookout for a Golden Egg, which will be hidden in one goodie bag that will be given out during Bunny-Palooza. The Golden Egg will give one lucky child and up to three other family members or friends, admission to Miami Seaquarium for their entire lifetime. 


For more information please call 305-361-5705, Ext. 225.  Miami Seaquarium is located at 4400 Rickenbacker Causeway, Miami.


Miami Seaquarium, South Florida's most popular tourist attraction, is a family-oriented marine-life park open to the public 365 days a year. The park provides visitors with a greater understanding and appreciation for marine life through shows, presentations and marine-life exhibits.


General admission to Miami Seaquarium is $39.95 and $29.95 for children (ages 3-9). More information on Miami Seaquarium is available at www.miamiseaquarium.com.  Like Miami Seaquarium on Facebook.

Florida Residents Dive Into Dolphin Interaction Deal This September At Miami Seaquarium

Sunshine state residents are in for a special dolphin deal. Starting September 6 through December 16, Florida residents will enjoy 30 percent off all dolphin interaction programs at Dolphin Harbor at Miami Seaquarium.


With this special offer, the Dolphin Odyssey program is $134 plus tax per person (regularly $199 plus tax) and the Dolphin Encounter program is $94 plus tax per person (regularly $139 plus tax). Children 5 through 9 can participate in the Dolphin Encounter program for the discounted price of $68 plus tax (regularly $99 plus tax).


Dolphin Harbor, home to thirteen Atlantic Bottlenose Dolphins and the park’s dolphin interaction programs, features a 12,000 square foot, 700,000 gallon dolphin pool surrounded by an 8,000 square foot facility that includes a reception area, education seminar room, changing facilities and rest rooms. 


Dolphin Harbor offers guests two different dolphin interaction programs.  Dolphin Odyssey is a two-hour experience, which includes feeding, touching and learning about these magnificent animals plus the opportunity for a deep-water interaction with a dolphin. Guests must be at least 52 inches tall to participate in the Dolphin Odyssey program.


Dolphin Encounter is the newer program that allows guests to wade out into the pool and have a shallow water experience meeting the dolphins. The two-hour program features an educational seminar and the chance to feed and touch a dolphin as well as learn about dolphin training techniques. Dolphin Encounter participants must be at least five years of age and for those children under 9 years, an older sibling or adult must accompany the child as a participant.


Expectant mothers are not allowed to participate in dolphin interaction programs. Program fees include one day’s admission to the park. The Florida Resident special offer is valid from September 6 to December 16, 2011. Proof of Florida residency is required. For more information or to make a reservation please call 305-365-2501 or visit this website.


Miami Seaquarium is located at 4400 Rickenbacker Causeway, on Virginia Key in beautiful Key Biscayne. For more information please see www.miamiseaquarium.com.


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Miami Seaquarium’s “White Hot” Promotion Continues - Fans Will Receive 40% Off Admission Throughout NBA Finals

As the Miami Heat take on the Dallas Mavericks in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, the Miami Seaquarium is offering Heat fans a “White Hot” deal on admission to the park. Miami Heat fans who visit the park during the NBA Finals will receive a 40% discount on admission--and the discount will increase if The Miami Heat conquer the NBA Championship.

From left: Chris Bosh, Dwyane
Wade & Lebron James of the
2011 NBA Finalist Miami Heat

Discounted admission will be available as follows:

-NBA Finals: Heat fans wearing Miami Heat gear will receive a 40% discount on admission to the park throughout the NBA Finals.

-If the Miami Heat Win: Fans wearing Heat gear will receive 50% discount on admission. Offer expires on June 30, 2011.

Discount admission offer is valid only for Heat Fans wearing Heat Gear. The Heat Fan must mention the Heat offer prior to admission purchase at Miami Seaquarium ticket booth. Offer may not be combined with other discounts or for annual pass purchase. For more information please call 305-361-5705, Ext. 225. The Miami Seaquarium is located at 4400 Rickenbacker Causeway, on Virginia Key in Key Biscayne.

The Miami Seaquarium's Orca Show 

The Miami Seaquarium, South Florida's most popular tourist attraction, is a family-oriented marine-life park open to the public 365 days a year. General admission to Miami Seaquarium is $38.95 and $28.95 for children ages 3-9. More information on Miami Seaquarium is available at www.miamiseaquarium.com.  Don't forget to Like the Miami Seaquarium on Facebook.

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Discounted Tickets to Bunny-Palooza at Miami Seaquarium, April 22-24

Salty the Sea Lion
See him at the Miami Seaquarium

Bunny-Palooza, the ultimate Easter Egg Hunt Celebration, marches in to Miami Seaquarium from Friday, April 22 to Sunday, April 24, featuring a big Easter Parade, continuous Easter Egg Hunts and five acres of adrenaline pumping fun with bounce houses, ‘Giant Fun Slide,’ Rock Climbing Wall and Euro Bungee jump.  Bunny hoppers will enjoy heaps of candies, prizes and many surprises.

The Easter festival offers egg hunts throughout each day between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and a spectacular Easter Parade daily at 1 p.m. complete with marching bands, strolling performers, costumed characters and culminates with the arrival of the Easter Bunny. Special discount coupons offering 50 percent off child admission with the purchase of a regular adult admission to Bunny-Palooza are available at participating Publix supermarkets and on Facebook.

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a printable coupon

During the festivities, bunny hoppers should be on the lookout for the Golden Egg, which will be hidden in one goodie bag that will be given out during Bunny-Palooza.  The Golden Egg will give one lucky child and up to three other family members or friends, admission to Miami Seaquarium for their entire lifetime.

For more information please call 305-361-5705, Ext. 225. Miami Seaquarium is located at 4400 Rickenbacker Causeway, on Virginia Key in Miami.

Miami Seaquarium, South Florida's most popular tourist attraction, is a family-oriented marine-life park open to the public 365 days a year. The park provides visitors with a greater understanding and appreciation for marine life through shows, presentations and marine-life exhibits. General admission to Miami Seaquarium is $38.95 and $28.95 for children ages 3-9. More information on Miami Seaquarium is available at www.miamiseaquarium.com and on Facebook.

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Florida Renaissance Festival Returns to Miami for Its Second Conquest

After a year away from pillaging their village, King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella rejoice with joy over regaining their kingdom in Miami, as the Florida Renaissance Festival returns for their second conquest at Historic Virginia Key Beach Park in Miami.
The Miami festival weekend dates are January 15 to January 23, 2011, including Monday January 17 for Martin Luther King Day.

Festivities will feature historical reenactments, sword fights, magical illusions and an abundance of authentic fare from freshly made kettle corn to roasted giant turkey legs, which can be washed down with a swig of mead or ale.

With the Florida Renaissance Festival returning to Miami, along come new and exciting acts combined with last year's favorites to delight event attendees throughout the festival. Faire Stories represents the blending of the magic and enchantment of traditional fairy tales, the joy and exuberance of Broadway music, and the unique interactive experience offered by Renaissance faires. Peter Suarez, aka "Manolete," a world renowned dancer, brings his many styles for the Miami show. He had the distinction of being the only dancer ever hired to perform a live solo with the Gipsy Kings at Radio City Music Hall. The Tortuga Twins are a multi-talented team boasting an extensive performance background with more than 30 years of comedic audience participation and improv experience to entertain all.

This 16th Century production features more than 100 costumed performers, five stages with continuous entertainment and stage acts from around the world. During the family themed weekends, guests will enjoy jousting tournaments three times a day, hearty food, human powered rides and games for children that include the World's Largest Rocking Horse, Giant Chess, Barrel Rides, and games of strength and skill.

The Florida Renaissance Festival is produced by the national award-winning Bobby Rodriguez Productions and strives to create an entertaining and cultural opportunity by making Renaissance history come to life for both children and adults. The event is hosted by City of Miami Parks and Recreation Department and Historic Virginia Key Beach Park. The Florida Renaissance Festival at Historic Virginia Key Beach Park will be open weekends from 10 am to sunset. Tickets are $20 for adults and $7 for children aged six to 11 years old; children five and younger are free. Pre-show discount tickets are available online at www.ren-fest.com.

Deerfield Beach show dates are February 12 through March 13, 2011. The Florida Renaissance Festival in Deerfield Beach has been seen by more than one million people in South Florida. This 16th Century production features more than 100 costumed performers, 12 stages with continuous entertainment and 20 stage acts from around the world.

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Celebrating the 4th of July in South Florida

Lots of great things to do on the 4th - almost every part of South Florida has its own fireworks show and celebration!

The image here is from the Coconut Grove Chamber of Commerce's Grove Stars on the 4th. It is the official signed art by Andrea Cordero of Arts and Minds Academy. She is a second year Junior. “This piece is meant to emulate the significance of Independence Day and the tropical ambience of Coconut Grove. The uppermost part of the peacock’s neck symbolizes the blue fraction of the flag, which signifies vigilance, perseverance and justice. Due to the peacocks instinctive beauty I decided to retain its appealing colors within the feathers. The peacock’s tailpiece was meant to show the balance and harmony between the bird and the flag. The palm tree resembles the refreshing scene of Coconut Grove and its seafront view. The peacock was meant to perch on the tree to deliver the sense of pride because it carries the American flag within its feathers.” - Andrea Cordero

51st Annual Key Biscayne 4th of July Parade: 11am. Watch Crandon Boulevard come alive with a whimsical parade of floats, high school marching bands and street entertainers in the style of a traditional small-town celebration. The day-long event also includes a fireworks presentation at sunset. Crandon Blvd., Key Biscayne, 305-361-5207. www.keybiscayne.fl.gov

An American Celebration: July 4th on Miami Beach: 7:30pm. The City of Miami Beach proudly presents its annual patriotic celebration of music and fireworks; free and open to the publc. Please come early and bring beach chairs and towels. No cooler or bottles are permitted on the beach. Ocean Dr. & 10th St., 305-672-1270.

Fourth of July at Bayfront Park: 4pm-9pm. Celebrate the birth of our great nation at downtown Miami’s Bayfront Park with a spectacular fireworks display, children’s activities, food and drinks. Bring the whole family! Bayfront Park, 301 Biscayne Blvd., downtown Miami, 305-358-7550, www.bayfrontparkmiami.com

Grove Stars on 4th of July: 11am. Celebrate the Nation’s Birthday in Grove style, during the “Grove Stars on 4th of July,” featuring a children’s area, Roast Pig & Wild Boar Cook Off, free music and entertainment topped off by an exquisite fireworks display! Events in the Grove start at 11am with the Picnic at the Barnacle, scavenger hunt and hot dog eating contest in downtown Grove and followed by events at Peacock Park. 2820 McFarlane Rd., Coconut Grove, 305-444-7270. www.coconutgrovechamber.com

Gulfstream Park: 4pm-10pm. Live entertainment from the David Rey band from 7-9pm is just part of the fun at Gulfstream Park this Fourth of July! Fireworks at 9pm cap a great evening that includes an "All American Buffet" at Ten Palms Restaurant beginning at 5pm ($17.76 per person for buffet; call 954-455-6760 for reservations). US 1, Hallandale Beach, www.gulfstreampark.com