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Get Ready for the Excitement: Tickets for the Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix Now On Sale
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MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. – South Florida Motorsports (SFM), promoter of the FORMULA 1 CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX, is thrilled to announce that grandstand tickets and luxury hospitality spaces for the 2025 race go on sale today. Mark your calendars for an extraordinary weekend from May 2-4, 2025, as the world’s premier motor racing series returns to the Miami International Autodrome – the very place which kick-started the most exciting summer of competitive on-track action in recent memory.
Building on a successful weekend in 2024 – including Lando Norris’s first victory, a sellout crowd and the most-watched Formula 1 race in US history – SFM is pleased to welcome fans for three days of great racing and experiences in 2025. Not only will the Sprint race format return to Miami Gardens, but fans will also have the opportunity to once again take in the excitement from popular spaces on the most unique campus on the Formula 1 circuit, such as the Hard Rock Beach Club, the dry-docked Marina and Boathouse, and the Hard Rock Stadium upper decks, providing grandstand and general admission fans the opportunity to watch all the happenings of the paddock.
Additionally, South Florida Motorsports is excited to introduce two new premium seating experiences: the LuxePass and the Club Pass, available here. The FORMULA 1 CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX has earned a reputation for its diverse array of world-class hospitality offerings, and these new products allow attendees to take in unique panoramic views and luxury experiences throughout the MIA Campus on each day of race weekend. The LuxePass features access to The Paddock Rooftop Club, The Casa Tua Trackside Club and the 72 Club, while the Club Pass includes access to the Vista, Turn 18 Club and Boathouse. Both products, which include complimentary food and beverage offerings, are limited and expected to sell out quickly.
South Florida Motorsports is also excited to unveil a brand-new option for fans at the 2025 race with a McLaren-themed grandstand. Perfect for McLaren enthusiasts and Lando Norris super fans, this grandstand offers a unique experience celebrating Norris’ maiden F1 victory at the Miami International Autodrome earlier this year. Located in a prime viewing area in the Marina Grandstand, the McLaren Grandstand provides fans with exclusive McLaren-themed amenities and the opportunity to connect with fellow McLaren supporters.
Additionally, the FORMULA 1 CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX will now offer exclusive perks for three-day grandstand buyers with the new Grandstand Membership. From now until the end of 2024, fans who purchase three-day grandstand tickets are automatically enrolled. Benefits include discounted renewal pricing, payment plans, year-round activations and exclusive access to race weekend events. The initiative is designed to enhance the fan experience and offer benefits throughout the year.
“After an outstanding race in 2024, we are very excited to announce some new ticketing options for 2025,” said Tyler Epp, President of the FORMULA 1 CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX. “As we enter our fourth year hosting one of the most exciting events on the Formula 1 calendar, we’re aiming to create an experience that attendees will remember for a lifetime and provide a fan-first event that offers something for everyone. By creating the Grandstand Membership program, we want to enhance the fan experience and offer additional benefits to those who love coming to our race. And with the addition of the LuxePass, the Club Pass and the McLaren Grandstand, we want to provide fans a unique experience they can’t find anywhere else for each of the three days of competition on the track. As we aim to keep improving, we are excited for what’s ahead for 2025 and can’t wait to welcome fans back to Miami.”
Grandstand tickets are available here for premium vantage points, including the Start/Finish Grandstand Presented by Gainbridge, which overlooks the pre-race grid ceremonies, the ‘lights-out’ start of the race, pit lane and checkered flag. In addition to the Beach and Marina Grandstands, there are options to purchase Turn 1 North Grandstand seating, to experience the action on the first turn, or the Turn 18 Grandstand, in which there is guaranteed to be plenty of overtaking at the end of the long DRS-enabled straight. All grandstands offer shaded sections, reserved seating, and access to the full MIA Campus experience.
Tailored luxury options range from the soulful hospitality experience of the Casa Tua Trackside Club to the 72 Club that offer guests luxurious box-style seating and a climate-controlled lounge. There are multiple suites for exclusive privacy or fans can choose the vibrant energy of the clubs, such as Hard Rock Beach Club, for maximum excitement. Visit the FORMULA 1 CRYPTO.COM MIAMI GRAND PRIX website for more information and to purchase tickets for another extraordinary weekend of racing and entertainment on May 2-4, 2025.
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Andy Thomson Flips Boca Raton Mayoral Seat, Marking First Democratic-Aligned Victory in Over 30 Years
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March 13, 2026By
Willie DavidBOCA RATON, Fla. (FNN) — Andy Thomson has won the race to become the next mayor of Boca Raton, marking a major political shift in the South Florida city. According to Democratic leaders, the victory represents the first time in more than 30 years that the mayoral seat has been held by a Democratic-aligned candidate.
National Democrats also highlighted the win as part of a broader trend in recent elections. Party officials say Democrats have either won or exceeded expectations in roughly 90% of key races since Donald Trump was elected president.
The victory follows another recent Democratic gain in South Florida, when Eileen Higgins won the mayoral race in Miami last year.
DNC ORGANIZING EFFORTS BACKED THOMSON CAMPAIGN
The Democratic National Committee supported Thomson’s campaign through Election Day with voter outreach and organizing efforts aimed at boosting turnout in Boca Raton.
According to party officials, the DNC launched an organizing blitz that recruited volunteers and supported get-out-the-vote (GOTV) operations. The effort included contacting thousands of voters across the city ahead of Election Day.
The DNC’s voter protection team also partnered with the Florida Democratic Party to assist the campaign with ballot-curing efforts during the final days of vote counting.
DNC CHAIR PRAISES VICTORY
Following the election, Ken Martin, chair of the Democratic National Committee, praised Thomson’s campaign and framed the result as a warning sign for Republicans in Florida.
“When you organize everywhere, you can win anywhere — including here in Florida,” Martin said in a statement. “Mayor-elect Andy Thomson ran a strong campaign focused on the issues that matter most to Boca Raton voters, from the rising cost of groceries and gas to the health care crisis Donald Trump and his allies unleashed.”
Martin added that the outcome signals voter frustration with Republican policies in the state.
“This win is another warning sign to Florida Republicans that voters are fed up with their out-of-touch agenda that is making communities like Boca Raton unaffordable,” he said.
South Florida News
Miami HEAT, Carnival Foundation Award 15 Florida Prepaid Scholarships to Miami-Dade Students at Kaseya Center
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March 13, 2026By
Willie DavidMIAMI, Fla. (FNN SPORTS) — The Miami Heat and the Carnival Foundation will recognize 15 Miami-Dade County students as recipients of the 2026 Carnival Scholarship Program during a special halftime ceremony Saturday at the Kaseya Center.
Now in its 24th consecutive year, the scholarship partnership between the HEAT and the philanthropic arm of Carnival Corporation provides four-year Florida Prepaid College Plan scholarships to graduating seniors from Miami-Dade County Public Schools.
Scholarship Program Impact
Through the collaboration, 15 students will receive four-year Florida College Plan scholarships, helping cover tuition costs at Florida public colleges and universities.
The scholarship recipients represent a diverse group of students, including former participants in the HEAT Academy after-school enrichment program, which supports at-risk youth. Many of the students now participate in an innovative workplace mentoring initiative sponsored by Carnival and the Miami HEAT in partnership with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami.
Each student will also receive a personal laptop computer, courtesy of the Carnival Foundation.
This year marks the 17th year the foundation has awarded fully prepaid college scholarships to high school seniors. Since the program began, 261 students have benefited, representing more than $5 million in scholarship awards.
Selection Process
Students were selected based on a combination of academic performance, leadership, community involvement and interviews conducted by representatives from the Miami HEAT, the Carnival Foundation and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami.
The scholarship program is designed to expand educational opportunities while connecting students with mentors and professional development resources that prepare them for future careers.
Event Details
The scholarship recognition will take place Saturday, March 14, during a Miami HEAT home game at the Kaseya Center in downtown Miami.
A reception will begin at 7 p.m. in Suite 240 A/B, followed by the on-court scholarship presentation during halftime, where the 15 student recipients will be recognized before fans.
Scheduled participants include:
Alonzo Mourning, Vice President of Player Programs, Miami HEAT
Michael McCullough, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, Miami HEAT
John Vidalin, Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer of Corporate Sales, Miami HEAT
Josh Weinstein, President and CEO, Carnival Corporation
Linda Coll, Executive Director, Carnival Foundation
Vicky Rey, Vice President of Government Affairs, Latin America, Carnival Cruise Line
Gale Nelson, President and CEO, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Miami
Location:
Kaseya Center
601 Biscayne Blvd.
Miami, FL 33132
Business
PR Veteran Dina Allende Closes Boutique Agency After 25 Years, Joins United Way Miami
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March 2, 2026Allende now serves as Associate Director of Communications at United Way Miami, joining the organization as it continues its century-long mission supporting Miami-Dade County through initiatives focused on education, health and financial stability.
Clique PR was founded in the months following the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks — a period Allende described as both uncertain and transformative. The firm grew into a respected boutique agency representing clients across arts, entertainment, tourism and international business sectors.
Before launching her agency, Allende built her communications foundation with respected institutions including WPBT, Walt Disney World and Doral Golf Resort & Spa.
Through Clique PR, she represented high-profile events and organizations such as the Miami International Boat Show, Coconut Grove Arts Festival, Miami International Film Festival, the Latin America and Caribbean Air Transport Association, and INCAE during a Central American Presidential Summit where she saw Barack Obama in person.
Additional clients included Regulator Marine, Loud And Live and Sonesta Resorts in South Florida. She also collaborated on signature cultural events including Grovetoberfest, Wynwood Life and House of Horror Haunted Carnaval.
Among the most memorable milestones in her career, Allende handled publicity for 14th Dalai Lama, receiving a personal blessing she describes as unforgettable. She also worked alongside Miami New Drama Artistic Director Michel Hausmann and Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright Nilo Cruz to help expand the reach of theatrical storytelling in South Florida.
Allende said the most meaningful part of her 25-year career has been the professional relationships and friendships built along the way.
“Closing Clique PR is not a step away from purpose. It is a step toward a deeper commitment to it,” Allende said.
United Way Miami, which recently marked 100 years of service, focuses on strengthening the community through strategic investments that expand educational opportunities, improve health outcomes and promote financial stability for families.
“United Way Miami’s mission aligns fully with what has always driven me — connecting people, elevating stories and helping meaningful work reach the audiences it deserves,” she said.
Allende expressed gratitude to the colleagues, journalists, collaborators and clients who supported her throughout her career, saying her next chapter is built on the foundation created over the past quarter century.
“This next chapter is possible because of all we have built together,” she said.
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