If you love live music, there's no time like the present when it comes to getting out and about in Miami. From gospel music to a Grammy Award-winning rapper to Latin rhythms, here are the local shows worth checking out this week.
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Kairos Worship Live
Stop by the New Providence Missionary Baptist Church to listen to a live CD and DVD recording of gospel music this Friday night.
When: Friday, March 22, 6:30-10 p.m.
Where: New Providence Missionary Baptist Church, 760 N.W. 53rd St.
Price: Free
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Bash at Electric Pickle
Kick off your weekend with a bash at Electric Pickle this Saturday night. DJs JD Twitch and JG Wilkes will spin into the early morning at this all-night, 21-and-over soirée.
When: Saturday, March 23, 10 p.m.- Sunday, March 24, 5 a.m.
Where: Electric Pickle, 2826 N. Miami Ave.
Price: Free (Before Midnight)
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Hearts and Stars Gala Weekend
If you're looking to paint the town red for a good cause this weekend, check out the Hearts and Stars Gala, a three-day black-tie bash that kicks off this Thursday night. All weekend, guests will enjoy an open bar, cuisine from the area's top restaurants and live DJ entertainment — Grammy Award-winning rapper Nelly will headline the show Saturday night, along with performances by Frank Sinatra tribute artist Brian Duprey.
The event benefits the Little Lighthouse Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping underserved children in South Florida.
When: Thursday, March 21, 8 p.m.-Sunday, March 24, 2 a.m.
Where: Miami Design District's Jungle Plaza, 140 N.E. 39th St.
Price: $50 (Opening Party); $500 (Weekend Pass); Additional ticket options available.
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Miami Design District Performance Series
Or, if you're in the mood for some heart-pumping Latin beats, check out a joint performance between the Miami Symphony Orchestra and Venezuelan singer and actor Jose Luis Rodriguez.
The Miami Design District Performance Series (MISO) was created in partnership with Grammy Award-winner Emilio Estefan and the orchestra.
When: Friday, March 22, 6 p.m.
Where: Miami Design District, Palm Court, 3841 N.E. Second Ave.
Price: Free
