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Miami’s latest makeover reveals the city as even more sexy, lush and bursting with activities than ever before. Whether you hit the beach or revel in the exploding art scene, you’ll be sure to discover something new in one of our most enticing gay cities.

You need at least three inches to compete in Miami Beach Gay Pride’s First Annual High Heel Race, sponsored by Azucar Nightclub on Apr. 14.

The Gay and Lesbian International Sports Association chose Miami Beach as the site of the 2017 World OutGames, a boon that will bring with it millions of dollars in revenue.

Pridelines Youth Services of Miami recently received a $17,500 grant from The Miami Foundation’s GLBT Community Projects Fund for the David Bohnett CyberCenter and Drop-In Center operations.

They say imitation is the sincerest form of flattery and after nearly 50 years of stunning beauty, Marilyn Monroe is being honored by The Grove Retrospective Gallery, in conjunction with Dress for Success Miami, with a Marilyn Monroe Look-Alike Contest.

"Over the last few years Miami Beach has acquired a collection of famous restaurants and renowned chefs from New York City and abroad," said Director of the Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival Lee Brian Schrager.

There’s so much to see and do in Miami - and so many unique neighborhoods, that it would be almost impossible to cover them all in one article. From Winter Party to White Party to many parties in between, Miami is known as THE place to let loose!

On Saturday, October 1, the first-ever "Celebrate Orgullo®" event will take place in Lummus Park on Miami Beach.  "Orgullo" is Spanish for "Pride," and this event celebrates South Florida’s LGBT Hispanic community.

The summer is officially in full swing, and there’s nothing better than to indulge in a little fun in the sun on the sandy shores of gorgeous beaches. Chambord Vodka Weekend will begin on Aug. 5th at the gorgeous Angler’s Boutique Resort in Miami Beach.

Foodies, take note: it’s Miami Spice time again! From August 1 through September 30, you can dine like a queen but pay like a pauper at some of Miami’s best restaurants.