By: Robert Lovi By: Robert Lovi | August 18, 2022 | Culture, Food & Drink, Entertainment,
The perks of living in Miami include crystal-clear skies, consistently warm weather, and peaceful beaches. However, when the fall season arrives, Miamians miss out on authentic fall foliage and events with an autumnal theme. This will end as soon as Hay Maze Miami takes over Bayfront Park in the upcoming fall.
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The most opulent autumn-themed event to date from 2R Creative includes live music, a beer garden, rum and whiskey tastings, local merchants selling seasonal delights, and much more. The Instagrammable Maze is scheduled to debut on October 21 and remain open until November 6, so start arranging your trip with friends, family, and your Fall-inspired attire.
Everyone may enjoy the expansive 7,000-square-foot Hay Maze, which is the major draw, but a few photo opportunities with a fall theme will be thrown in. The leaf pit, the maze's unique photo opportunity, is the ideal location for guests to take a few pictures with their loved ones; it is situated in the middle of the maze. In order to capture the true spirit of autumn, there will also be sunflowers, scarecrows, haystacks, and a pumpkin wall display. The "General Admission Early Bird" ticket ($20) currently available includes admission to the main event and participation in the Hay Maze activity.
Miami Downtown Development Authority (Miami DDA) is one of the sponsors of Hay Maze Miami, which is an honor. The Miami DDA is a marketing and industrial development organization that works to attract residents, visitors, and neighborhood businesses to Downtown Miami. Miami DDA is focused on maintaining cleanliness and safety as its key concerns. This will be clear during your time in the Hay Maze.
At the maze's conclusion, individuals over the legal drinking age will have the chance to continue the party at The Beer Garden, where they will be treated to an exclusive interactive experience. While supplies last, customers may taste as many different seasonal beers as they choose in the beer garden by purchasing the "Beer Garden Early Bird" ticket ($60). Bacardi Ocho, Havana Club, Santa Teresa, and Pyrat Rum have offered to bring the Bacardi Rum Room to Hay Maze for individuals who are rum connoisseurs. Inside, guests can sample rum and participate in a cigar-rolling demonstration. The Martini & Rossi Fiero, which will be offered every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for "Fiero Fundays," will be sampled by Martini & Rossi all weekend long. Products from Martini & Rossi will be sold daily during the event. Along with meals from Chef Roy Choi's unique partnership, the "Frites Artois," Stella Artois is one of the sponsors who will bring "The Stella Frites Van" to the field.
Other activations will be spread out around the area in addition to the Hay Maze, Beer Garden, and Rum Room experience to ensure a fun and distinctive experience for every visitor. Mind Body Social will select activities for wellness and fitness. Young aspiring musicians will have the chance to perform live music by Abbey Road Institute, allowing the audience to see their talent and their vivacious spirit. The stage will include genuine Miami talent from local bands, including Still Blue Band, Tilt, Whiskey Allstars, The Farm Boys, and Yung Americans.
What are a fall pop-up without delicious cuisine, unique fall delights, and anything pumpkin spice? As a result, numerous local vendors will be stationed throughout the event, including Doggi's Arepa Bar, Wolf of Tacos, Kosmos Global Eats, Nuts About Sugar, and Jugo Boss, who will be serving special goodies in addition to things from their regular menus. We can assure visitors that the extensive selection of fall delicacies available to everyone will satisfy any appetites they may have throughout the year, preventing them from leaving on an empty stomach.
Beware, as the Halloween weekend will bring a frightening change to Hay Maze Miami. All weekend, holiday-specific activities and sweets will be offered to ensure everyone has a good time on Halloween. As visitors navigate the maze, they will be treated to spooky fun while gathering tricks and goodies, taking Halloween-themed photos, and possibly becoming scared.
Unable to attend Halloween night? Other entertaining programming ideas will be spread throughout the Fall season because Hay Maze Miami is open the entire time. On Saturday, October 22, participate in Goat Yoga and stay for Game Night. Watch the Miami Dolphins game on Sunday, November 6, after watching the Miami Hurricanes game live on Saturday, November 5. On Tuesday, November 1, celebrate Dia de Los Muertos and participate in Industry Night.
Hay Maze Miami is set to debut in Bayfront Park on Friday, Oct. 21, and will be open to the public until Sunday, Nov. 6. They will be open from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on weekdays and from 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on weekends. Children ages two and under can enter for free. Hay Maze Miami is a dog-friendly event. For more information on Hay Maze Miami and to purchase tickets, please visit the website and follow them on Instagram (@HayMaze_Miami).
Photography by: Courtesy Hay Maze