Kiwanis Club of Little Havana has unveiled the official event schedule for Carnaval Miami 2024. Joined by Kiwanis board members and notable sponsors, President Pablo Lau made a series of announcements at a press conference held at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, Florida, including the declaration of this year’s Kings of Carnaval Miami, Latin Grammy-winning musical artists, GENTE DE ZONA, as well as a presentation of the official 2024 Carnaval Miami poster by acclaimed Colombian-American artist DANNY DOYA.

“Carnaval Miami is a long-standing tradition in our city, and we are honored to continue it year after year,” said Kiwanis Club of Little Havana President, Pablo Lau. “In my first year as President of the Kiwanis Club of Little Havana, I am excited to announce that the legendary Cuban musical duo Gente de Zona will serve as our Kings of Carnaval while the talented muralist Danny Doya will bring his unique style to the Carnaval Miami 2024 poster. All of us at the Kiwanis Club of Little Havana are proud to present Carnaval Miami 2024 as a celebration of the vibrant and welcoming culture of the Hispanic Community and we look forward to sharing this experience with all of you this February and March.”

Carnaval Miami is the marquee annual fundraiser of Kiwanis Club of Little Havana in support of the Kiwanis Little Havana Foundation’s youth development programs. It represents an economic impact of $40M for local artists, vendors, and small businesses throughout the Greater Miami area. Host to a series of captivating events that attract one million attendees each year, Carnaval Miami 2024 is best known as host of the country’s largest ‘Latino’ experiential event, Calle Ocho Music Festival. The 2024 edition of the Calle Ocho Music Festival, presented by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, Florida, will feature the Kings of Carnaval, Gente de Zona, performing their new single “Por Ahi” for their adoring fans in the heart of Miami.

Also returning is the Coral Gables street festival, Carnaval on the Mile, presented by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, Florida, which is celebrating its 25^th anniversary in 2024. The festival highlights art, world music, fine cuisine, and children’s entertainment all weekend. GRAMMY winner Tony Succar and Latin GRAMMY winner Ed Calle are among the headliners for the three concert stages at the 25^th Anniversary edition of Carnaval on the Mile. The longtime event consists of live music, a mile of paintings, crafts, photography and jewelry of the highest caliber creating a cultural experience for the enjoyment of all age groups.

Carnaval Miami 2024 is made possible in part by partnerships with generous sponsors including Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Hollywood, Florida, Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, LLC (Coke Florida), Florida International University, Bacardi, Monster Energy, Telemundo 51, NBC 6, Univision, Amerant Bank, Lowes, Kellanova, Eli Lilly, Monster, GMCVB, Florida Blue, Academica, Jackson Health System.

A full breakdown of this year’s events is listed below:

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

• March 2 – 3 Carnaval on the Mile, presented by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel &

Casino Hollywood, Florida
Coral Gables, Miracle Mile

Celebrating its 25^th anniversary, Carnaval on the Mile is a free weekend-long festival of art, world music, fine cuisine, and children’s entertainment. GRAMMY winner Tony Succar and Latin GRAMMY winner Ed Calle are among the headliners for the three concert stages at the 25^th Anniversary edition of Carnaval on the Mile. The celebration also includes a mile of paintings, crafts, photography and jewelry of the highest caliber creating a cultural experience for the enjoyment of all age groups. Don’t miss special activations at THE KIDZ NOOK presented by Academica, offering a fun-filled area with activities for children of all ages. Brought to you in partnership with our sponsors:

Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, Florida – Presenting Sponsor, Bacardi, FIU – Official University Sponsor, Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, LLC (Coke Florida) – Official Beverage Sponsor, Telemundo 51, NBC6, Academica.

• March 4-6 Carnaval Miami Domino Tournament

Domino Park
A classic Little Havana cultural experience becomes a friendly but passionate contest at the Carnaval Miami Domino Tournament. Domino enthusiasts from around the country gather for a laid-back afternoon of laughter and fierce competition. The tournament also welcomes all corporate and small businesses to participate in teams. Sponsored by: FIU, Jackson Health System

• March 10 Calle Ocho Music Festival, presented by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel &

Casino Hollywood, Florida
SW 12^th to 27^th Avenue

The culmination of it all! A marquee event of Carnaval Miami, Calle Ocho Music Festival is the largest Latin music festival in the nation. This year, don’t miss the incredible performance by GENTE DE ZONA, the Kings of Carnaval Miami 2024, adding an extra layer of excitement as you stroll through 15 street blocks of Little Havana filled with musical stages, international food, sampling sites, folkloric dances and entertainment for all families and friends to enjoy. There will also be a Calle Ocho Domino Tournament presented By Florida Blue. Tickets for VIP Access, with limited capacity, are available through Eventbrite. Brought to you in partnership with our sponsors:  Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood, Florida – Presenting Sponsor, Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, LLC (Coke Florida) – Official Beverage Sponsor, Lowe’s – Official Home Improvement Store, Univision, Telemundo 51, NBC 6, Kellanova, Eli Lilly, Monster Energy

April 6                         Carnaval SOCCER 5v5 Challenge
Amelia Earhart Soccer Park

The Carnaval Miami 5v5 Soccer Challenge provides an afternoon of fun and healthy activities for the whole family.  More than 4,000 attendees comprise 100 teams, ages U5 to U18, participating for trophies and glory as Carnaval Miami 5v5 Fútbol Challenge winners! Register your team at CarnavalMiami.com. Sponsored by: Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, LLC (Coke Florida) – Official Beverage Sponsor, Jackson Health Systems.