The seafood market & bar 

Here lobster rolls, ceviche, oysters, shrimp, crab claws, paella, and fish tacos line the walkway while grills sizzle beneath decorative flags waving in the Miami Winter air surrounded by ropes, lanterns, and dockside décor. From the Seafood Market District you transition into the Art District

THE art DISTRICT

The Art District feels just like the name a district for art within the festival.  Here you will encounter 13 different art categories from oli, watercolor, wearable art, sculpture to wood, glass, jewelry and more. This is a juried art area you must apply directly thru the festival or via Zapplication.org. Getting thirsty? Next lets drop into Tipsee Chix  Beer & Wine Bar next door?

tipsee chix sangria & mimosa BAR

Here the Tippsee Chix have created a bar experience filled with beer, wine, sangria, & mimosas, with lounge seating, great vibes and of course great music. Now that the Tippsee Chix got you in the mood, it’s time to move to our next stop featuring island music, dance, & entertainment

ISLAND MUSIC, DANCE & ENTERTAINMENT

Dancers, percussionists, fire performers, limbo, plus reggae, soca, and calypso music, this area is transformed into a celebration of fun, laughter, and great memories . Next is Miami Coastal Lifestyle & VIP Lounge

miami coastal lifestyle 
Presented by the pool spa billiard store 

The Coastal Lifestyle Area features outdoor living inspired environment create a relaxed upscale atmosphere near the lake. Check out boats, hot tubs, watercraft, outdoor furniture, kitchens all while taking a breath as now it’s time to leave the Seafood Festival area, with its Seafood Market, Art District, Tippsee Chix Bar, Music and Dance as well as the Coastal Lifestyle District and go to Spain, more specifically it’s time to enter the Paella Village

THE PAELLA VILLAGE

At the Paella Village the experince is deffinetly upscale and all about Spain. Here, you will find products from Spain such as Jamon, Olive Oil, Cheese, Tapas, and more,  Wines of Spain & the World, the Chef Demonstration & Sommelier Seminar Pavilion, the U.S. Paella Championship, the Freestyle Paella Championship, the Rising Chef Paella Championship, at El Tablao y Más there is a Flamenco Music & Dance Competition, and Luxury Hospitality Villas for those brands and consumers looking for a more upscale all included experince. 

Please note: Paella Village is open to all ticket programs

Wines of Spain & the World Pavilion

With the special $79 ticket, you receive unlimited samples of more than 100 wines and beers. The wines come from Spain and nine other countries, including Italy, France, the U.S., Chile, Argentina, South Africa and beyond. You can also enjoy cava, Champagne and Prosecco. Tasting glasses are provided.

Chef demonstrations at the gastronomy pavilion

Chef from all over the US and ofcourse local restaurants show you their best tricks

and techniques. Along with seminars from someliers and other interesting speakers

Official U.S. Paella Championship Arena

At the U.S. Paella Championship Arena paella pans heat up over open fire while 15 elite chefs per competition compete before cheering crowds as saffron, seafood, smoke, roasted meats, and olive oil fill the air. The winner goes to the World Championships in Sueca, Spain so the competition is intense. There is also a Freestyle & Rising Chef Competition.

    miami flamenco 

The Flamenco Competition features dancers, Spanish guitarists and musicians. The competition and live performances energize the stage at El Tablao y Más.