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Día de la Raza is widely celebrated in Miami, unlike other cities in the United States. On this day, the arrival of Christopher Columbus to America and the process of colonization are commemorated. As this was tremendously violent towards the native and indigenous communities, its name was changed to Indigenous People’s Day.
Here at JefeBet, we tell you a little about this celebration, the 5 most important events and how to have a great time this weekend. Read all about Día de la Raza in Miami below!
Miami Dia de la Raza Celebration 2022 | Top 5 Events Not to Miss
Dia de la Raza Regatta
An annual sailboat race is held in Miami on Día de la Raza. This is done in commemoration of the arrival of Christopher Columbus in 1942. This year there will be two full-day races on October 8 and 9. These can be observed from the Biscayne Bay waterfront starting at 10:00 am both days.
Bird Watching
The Deering Estate is part of the Biscayne Bay IBA (Important Bird Area), recognized as a globally important habitat for the conservation of bird populations. This event will search for some of Deering Estate’s approximately 170 species of resident and migratory birds.
Ibis, herons, egrets and other shorebirds in and around the shallow coastal waters can be observed. This activity has a cost of USD 15 per person and will take place on October 8 from 7:30 am to 10 am.
Celebrate Orgullo Festival
Celebrate Orgullo is the first Hispanic and indigenous LGBTQ+ festival in Greater Miami and Miami Beach. This year will be the 12th edition. This Festival is not only amazing because it intersects with Hispanic Heritage Month, but it also intersects with Día de la Raza in Miami.
This is a festival that will take place from October 1st to the 8th, among the activities that will be held are some art, music, dance and theater from all over Latin America and the United States.
Attending the Miami Carnival
The Miami Carnival is one of the best cultural experiences. It runs from October 1 to 9 as part of the Día de la Raza weekend. This carnival combines the various elements of Carnival with themes of the city.
The annual event features four signature events, Junior Carnival, Panorama, J’ouvert and a costumed parade and concert and brings together visitors and participants from around the world, all coming to celebrate Caribbean culture.
Visiting the Florida Everglades Preserve
According to its description, Everglades National Park has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a wetland of international importance. Here you can go bird watching and on tours to observe birds, manatees, dolphins and other wildlife native to Florida.
You can go individually by canoe or kayak or with a guide. This is a unique opportunity to learn about the fauna and flora of this wonderful ecosystem and reflect on the diversity that exists in this area of the United States.
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