Gay8 Festival

This annual event promises to make President’s Day Weekend gay again. Hosted by 4Ward Miami, a non-profit that connects many of South Florida’s diverse LGBTQ communities, Gay8 comprises an irreverent street festival on Calle Ocho that’s been dubbed the largest Hispanic/Latino LGBTQ festival in America. More than 80,000 partiers are expected to fill the famous Little Havana thoroughfare to enjoy live music and performers, fashion and drag shows, free movie screenings at the historic Tower Theater and food and shopping from more than 70 vendors. Admission to the celebrations is free, but VIP passes will earn you perks like access to an air-conditioned area, an open Bacardi bar, Latin bites and more.