Festivals of Speed Miami Motorsports Collection and Yacht Hop

Event Dates
2015-04-26
Organizer
Exhibitors
20
Floor Size
0
Attendees
10000
Event contact title
VP
Event contact first name
Lyndsay
Event contact last name
Edelstein
Email
LE@festivalsofspeed.com
Event contact telephone number
305-814-2367
Description

Taking place on the grounds of beautiful Museum Park with an awe inspiring view of the Miami skyline and Biscayne Bay, the Luxury Lifestyle Motorsports & Yacht display will be the theme of this incredible weekend. Guests will experience a fabulous display of vintage & contemporary automobiles, custom created motorcycles, high performance boats and the finest luxury lifestyle product displays.

Guests will enjoy vibrant cocktails from a premium brand open bar and indulge in sumptuous, themed food displays while experiencing the world’s finest luxury brands. As for entertainment, the musical notes of a live band will fill the air for all to enjoy while taking in amazing views of Biscayne Bay and the Miami skyline. The live & silent auction will benefit a local charity.

Exclusive displays feature the finer things in life including colorful jewels, unique timepieces, fashion displays, collectable artwork, exotic travel destinations, automotive accessories and more

Brand ambassadors offer samples of boutique spirits including fine wines, rare bourbons, aged scotches and more.

Our host hotel isthe incomparable EPIC Hotel located directly on the water with fantastic views of Biscayne Bay. Created with Four Diamond service in mind, the hotel offers the ultimate combination of location and service. Offering sparkling views of Biscayne Bay through floor-to-ceiling windows, it makes for an incredible setting. The Hotel has a 12,000 sq.ft. Spa , top culinary offerings, dock space for yachts and all rooms have a private balcony.

The Epic is a luxurious facility where guests enjoy Asian contemporary style and sophistication set amidst one of the hottest locations in Miami. Guests can indulge in fine dining at the world renowned ZUMA Restaurant or at the 16th floor , Area 31 restaurant. Should guests choose to arrive by yacht, the Epic offers exquisite dock space alongside the hotel. The restaurants and lounges at the Epic hotel offer magnificent views of the water and make for excellent waterside dining.

Showcasing both vintage and contemporary vehicles of all makes and models, the show field is diverse with hundreds of exotic cars, motorcycles, watercraft and luxury brands placed in an exquisite setting.

While strolling throughout the lawns alongside Biscayne Bay, attendees will enjoy on site cafes serving the finest culinary offerings, VIP cafes, smooth jazz in the gardens, rare wine & spirit tastings, a cigar lounge, Fashion shows and much more

Set in and amongst the display of exotic vehicles, luxury brand ambassadors and their displays will be onsite to share their world renowned products and services with guests. Names like Breitling, Opus One, Rolex, Tag Heuer, Hubolt, and countless others participate. Automobiles set for display include Pagani, Bugatti, Ferrari, Lamborghini, Rolls-Royce, Bentley, Porsche and many others.

It’s all about our participants at the Festivals of Speed. For those that take the time and effort to share their prized vehicles with us, we roll out the red carpet by offering the finest in hospitality. Beyond the four diamond accommodations, entrants receive beautiful crystal awards, VIP gift bags from our sponsors, Festivals of Speed apparel and other complimentary gifts.

While attendees enjoy the display of exotic cars, motorcycles, watercraft and luxury brands, a display of yachts will be available for viewing. Vessels will host VIP wine and spirit tastings as well as special displays of luxury brands. Yacht manufacturers will have the opportunity to introduce clients to the latest designs in a relaxed and intimate setting.

At the conclusion of the event, a lavish awards presentation takes place in front of a crowd of thousands. Entrants whose vehicles have been chosen by the team of judges to receive an award are presented exquisite crystal trophies as cameras flash and people cheer. Both local and national media are onsite to catch all the action.

 
 

 

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