August Events at The Doral Yard: A new culinary concept, workshops, and more

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Nightlife at The Doral Yard

As summer continues to roll on, these are the events we are looking forward to most this August:

Special Events

Cocktail Classes with Barbakoa – This month, you have two chances to perfect your cocktail making skills thanks to Barbakoa by Finka. On Wed., 8/10, with Gray Whale Gin and Wed., 8/17, with Brugal 1888. You can find tickets and details here and here

Flower Crowns & Mimosas – Get in bloom for the summer with a flower crown workshop on Sun., 8/28 at 1 p.m. Grab your pals, sip on mimosas, and get festival-ready. All materials will be provided and your first mimosa is included with your ticket. 

photo of flower crowns and flowers

Food & Drink

¡Los Buenos! Now Open – An offshoot of the iconic Miami brand, Coyo Taco, ¡Los Buenos! brings rajas con papa, chicken tinga, seared shrimp and other tacos, along with burritos, quesadillas and bocadillos like street corn and guacamole to The Doral Yard. Swing by to try our newest concept! 

Pokekai Coming Soon – We’re excited to welcome Pokekai to The Doral yard very soon! Pokekai is a Miami-based Hawaiian concept offering fresh poke bowls, unforgettable poke-and-crispy-rice burgers and more, all made with high quality ingredients and sustainably sourced fish. 

Juan Valdez Kiosk – Later this summer,  we look forward to expanding our coffee options for guests with a new Juan Valdez kiosk in The Hub. Savor lattes, cappuccinos, and delicious pastries very soon. 

Cocktail of the Month – The August $10 cocktail of the month is Summer Siesta.” The cocktail, which can be found at The Bar at The Yard, features New Amsterdam Gin, lime juice, simple syrup, Campari, pineapple juice, and dry lime garnish.

photo of food from lost buenos

Live Music

Noche Salsera ft. Sonlokos – Sonlokos bring a salsa party you don’t want to miss on Sat., 8/6, at 8 p.m.

Miami Girls Tumbao – Spend Sat., 8/13, at 8 p.m. getting down to the Afro-Cuban beats of female powerhouse group Miami Girls Tumbao. 

Tropical Sundays ft. Ole & Ashé – Mediterranean Flamenco Rumba comes to life on Sun., 8/21, at 5  p.m., with Miami-based duo Ole & Ashe. 

Friday Sessions ft. DJ Camila di Marzo Dance into the weekend with a set by DJ Camila di Marzo on Fri., 8/26, at 8 p.m. 

photo of ole and ashe

Wellness

Booty Fitness with El Box – Come to The Yard for an outdoor lower-body focussed class on Mon., 8/8 at 7 p.m.

Hatha Yoga with Dunia – On Sun., 8/7 and 8/21, at 10 a.m., get into flow with a yoga class right in The Backyard with an emphasis on enhancing your awareness, alignment and acceptance. 

photo of a workout

July Events at The Doral Yard: Fourth of July, brand new eats, and more

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Photo of folks enjoying drinks at The Doral Yard

July’s here and we’re ready to get festive. These are the events that should be on your radar this month at The Yard:

Special Events

Backyard SummerFest w/ Brothers of Others – Kick off Fourth of July weekend with a jam right in our Backyard powered by Tito’s Vodka. Enjoy food specials like coffee-rubbed brisket sliders, hot dog bao, wings and more, sip on our Cocktail of the Month, Watermelon Sugar, and vibe to American rock’n’roll live with Brothers of Others.  Those 21+ can enjoy complimentary samples of Tito’s Vodka. Admission is free and open to the public. 

Paint & Sip – Grab a canvas and cocktail as you test your creative limits on Wed., 7/13, at 6 p.m. Tickets to the event include all materials necessary including canvas, paints, and brushes. Drinks are not included but happy hour runs 4-7 p.m. and The Bar at The Yard serves specially priced $8 margaritas from 7-10 p.m. 

A photo of Brothers of Others

Food & Drink

Pokekai Coming Soon – Set to open this month at The Yard, Pokekai is a Miami-based Hawaiian concept offering fresh poke bowls, unforgettable poke-and-crispy-rice burgers and more, all made with high quality ingredients and sustainably sourced fish.

BarbaKantina – Barbakoa by Finka launches a new Executive Lunch on Tues., 6/28. For $28, enjoy an appetizer, entree, and dessert or coffee for a satisfying and tasty lunch break Tues. through Fri., 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.

New Teqeños and Panther Coffee at Santo Dulce! – Santo Dulce! now serves deliciously balanced salty and dulce tequeños and Panther Coffee at their Doral Yard location. 

Cocktail of the Month – The July $10 cocktail of the month is Watermelon Sugar.” The cocktail, which can be found at The Bar at The Yard, features Tito’s Vodka, watermelon, gin, lime juice, and sugar rim.

A photo of Pokekai team

Live Music

Xperimento + Special Guest at The Doral Yard – Dance the night away under the stars as Xperimento brings Latin reggae funk to The Backyard stage on Sat., 7/9, at 8 p.m.

Fusion Cubana ft. Sonlokos – Spend Sun., 7/17, at 5 p.m. getting down to fresh and innovative tunes by Sonlokos. 

Domingo Colombiano ft. Grupo Barrio Abajo – Afro-Colombian outfit and local favorite, Grupo Barrio Abajo, returns to The Doral Yard on Sun., 7/24, at 5 p.m., for a dance party you won’t soon forget. 

Buena Vista Social Club Tribute ft. Cortadito Travel back in time with a tribute to the legendary Buena Vista Social Club by Cortadito on Fri., 7/29, at 8 p.m.

Photo of Xperimento

Wellness

Hatha Yoga with Dunia – On Sun., 7/10 and 7/24, at 10 a.m., get into flow with a yoga class right in The Backyard with an emphasis on enhancing your awareness, alignment and acceptance. 

Box n’ Booty with Box n Mve – On Sun., 7/17, at 11 a.m. enjoy a fusion of boxing and lower body exercises for a fun workout. 

Photo of a workout at The Yard

June Events at The Doral Yard: Father’s Day, Rosé, and even more fun on the way

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a group at Barbakoa
Photo courtesy of Yelp Miami

There are many reasons why you should be at The Doral Yard this month. Find out what June events should be on your calendar:

Special Events

Father’s Day – Celebrate dad at The Yard on Sun., 6/19. All day, sip on a specially priced ($7) “Gentle Manhattan,” a combination of Jack Daniels’ Gentleman Jack whiskey, Carpano Antica Vermouth and orange bitters. Also enjoy an extended happy hour, from 4-10 p.m. While you enjoy your libations and delicious eats, jam to Latin reggae by MannySwagg beginning at 5 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public. 

DJ Xtreme’s Birthday – On Fri., 6/10, celebrate DJ Xtreme’s birthday with tunes by the birthday boy himself. Admission is free and open to the public. 

Flyer for DJ Xtreme

Live Music

Neo Soul ft. Burgundee – Spend Thu., 6/9, at 7 p.m. vibing to the soulful sounds of Burgundee in The Backyard. 

Flamenco Pop Fusion ft. Bita – Feel the passion of Bita’s steamy flamenco-inspired Spanish performance on Thu., 6/16, at 7 p.m.

Buena Vista Social Club Tribute ft. Cortadito Travel back in time with a tribute to the legendary Buena Vista Social Club by Cortadito on Fri., 6/24, at 8 p.m.

Tropical Sundays Sabor de Cuba ft. Otto Percussion End your weekend with a percussion party on Sun., 6/26, at 5 p.m.

photo of the band, Cortadito

Food & Drink

Rosé All Day – Celebrate National Rosé Day at The Yard with $8 glasses of rosé at The Bar on Sat., 6/11.

Tequilin’ Me Tuesdays – Every Tuesday, Barbakoa by Finka serves $8 Tequila’ Me Smalls cocktails all day. 

Santo Dulce! Churros’ Reusable Aluminum Cups – Santo Dulce! has just launched their new reusable aluminum cups that will be served with every Shaken Santo milkshake. Continuing on their path to become a non-single-use plastic company, the cup provides a sustainable and easily recyclable alternative that patrons can take home or leave onsite for reuse.

Cocktail of the Month – The June $10 cocktail of the month is Tropical Penicillin.” The cocktail, which can be found at The Bar at The Yard, features Glenlivet Caribbean Reserve, honey-ginger syrup, and lemon.

Tropical Sundays – Get tropical every Sunday in The Backyard with live tropical sounds, frozen piña coladas, and extended happy hour 4-10 p.m.

Wellness

Hatha Yoga with Dunia – On Sun., 6/5 and 6/26, at 10 a.m., get into flow with a yoga class right in The Backyard with an emphasis on enhancing your awareness, alignment and acceptance. 

PUNCHOUT Pilates with BOX N’ MVE – On Sat., 6/18, at 11 a.m., enjoy a fusion of boxing and pilates for a fun workout. 

a yoga class

Visit doralyard.com/events for a full line up. 

May Events at The Doral Yard: Celebrations, wellness, and exciting workshops

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May has arrived and The Doral Yard blossoms with things to do. Find out what May events should be on your radar:

Special Events

Cinco de Mayo – Powered by Casamigos Tequila, don’t miss Cinco de Mayo at The Yard, Thurs., 5/5. While getting down to tunes by DJ Xtreme and of course, a mariachi band, sip on Mason jar margaritas, beer, and shot specials. The evening will be filled with samples, giveaways, and a photo booth to boot. To make the occasion sweeter, Santo Dulce celebrates their fourth anniversary with Churro Happy Hour 4-7 p.m. Get a free churro with purchase from The Bar while supplies last. All Cinco de Mayo weekend long, YIP serves taco bao, including Taco Bao al Pastor and Taco Bao de Camaron. un pollo offers a Mexican Parillada Platter. Also celebrate with a Dalé Bowl from della bowls.  Admission is free and open to the public. 

Mother’s Day This Mother’s Day, stay hydrated with unlimited mimosas from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. as you enjoy music by Latin reggae extraordinaire MannySwagg, along with Ali Murphy. Mothers in attendance can expect special gifts and surprises all day long. Admission is free but when you reserve a drink package ahead of time you will have access to reserved seating and get an exciting gift bag for mom while supplies last. 

Paint & Sip – Grab a canvas and cocktail as you test your creative limits on Wed., 5/25, at 6 p.m. Tickets to the event include all materials necessary including canvas, paints, and brushes. Drinks are not included but happy hour runs 4-7 p.m. and The Bar at The Yard will serve specially priced $8 margaritas from 7-10 p.m. You can find tickets here.

A mother holding a mimosa and a gift card

Live Music

Noches en La Habana ft. Leslie Cartaya – Slip away into a night of music under the stars with local talent Leslie Cartaya at Noches en La Habana on Sat., 5/7 at 8 p.m.

Latin Reggae Rock ft. Lotus Collective – Latin Reggae Rock comes to the stage on Fri., 5/13 at 8 p.m.

Tropical Sundays ft. 7Blck 7Blck brings his bossa nova, Latin pop & Latin rock fusion to The Backyard on Sun., 5/15, at 5 p.m.

Latin Funk Fusion ft. La Ponina Get down to the funk sounds of La Ponina on Fri., 5/20, at 8 p.m.

A photo of Lotus Collective performing

Food & Drink

Santo Dulce!’s Fourth Anniversary – Santo Dulce! celebrate their fourth anniversary this month. Starting next Wed., 5/4, they launch Birthday Sundaes for the month. And on Cinco de Mayo, Churro Happy Hour comes to life. That means free churros 4-7 p.m. with a purchase from The Bar while supplies last.

Taco Bao – Starting Thurs. 5/5YIP introduces. taco bao for the month. From Taco Bao al Pastor to Taco Bao de Camaron, don’t miss this limited time offering

Santa Fe Bowl – Kicking off on Cinco de Mayo and running through the month, della bowls premieres their Santa Fe Bowl. The bowl includes cilantro lime brown rice, corn salsa, chipotle shredded mushrooms, avocado, micro cilantro, chili powder and cashew queso.

Cocktail of the Month – The May $10 cocktail of the month is Yard Tai.” The cocktail, which can be found at The Bar at The Yard, features J.M. Overproof Rum, Havana Club Rum, orgeat, fresh orange and pineapple juices

A photo of a Yard Tai cocktail

Wellness

Cycling with El Box – Come to The Yard for a free outdoor cycling class on Sat., 5/14 at 11 a.m.

Hatha Yoga with Dunia – On Sun., 5/15 at 10 a.m., get into flow with a yoga class right in The Backyard with an emphasis on enhancing your awareness, alignment and acceptance.

Box n’ Booty with Box n Mve – On Sun., 5/22 at 11 a.m., enjoy a fusion of boxing and lower body exercises for a fun workout. 

Vinyasa Flow with Gin Yogi – To get your week started on the right foot, join Gin Yogi for a Vinyasa flow on Sun., 5/29, at 10 a.m. 

Visit doralyard.com/events for a full line up. 

April Events at The Yard: Soul Brunch, flamenco, wellness, and more

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Photo of a Paint n Sip Event at The Doral Yard

April is already here and The Doral Yard is spending the month soaking up this beautiful weather with happenings for the whole family. Check out just a few of the events we have coming up this month below and you can visit our events page for the full line up.

Special Events

Soul BrunchSoul Brunch returns on Sun., 4/10. Spend an afternoon jamming to live music by Yoli Mayor, who just appeared on American Idol. Get down to the tunes and savor curated eats by The Yard’s culinary vendors like a Fried Breakfast Egg Roll, Chicken & Waffles, Dulce de Leche Maple Bacon Churros, and more. There will also be an optional add-on unlimited mimosas package. Admission to the performance is free but tickets guarantee reserved seating, all food items, and a special handmade gift from Yoli Mayor herself. 

Afro Roots Fest ft. Cortadito & Friends – Afro Roots Fest, in collaboration with Community Arts & Culture, returns to the Doral Yard on Fri., 4/22. This year’s event will feature performances by Cortadito, Jude Papaloko, Panafrik, ITAWE, and DJ Kumi. The show is free and open to all ages.

Color Rush Paint & Sip – Explore you creative side at Queen Events’ Paint & Sip on Tue., 4/26 at 6 p.m. Open for all ages, come enjoy a night of painting and enjoy Happy Hour at the The Bar at The Yard until 7 p.m.

Crafts & Cocktails – Test your creative limits and learn how to make your own bath salts with Simplicity by Erika on Wed., 4/27, at 6:30 p.m. Drinks are not included, but you can add-on an optional welcome drink. Happy hour runs 4-7 p.m. and The Bar at The Yard will serve specially priced $8 margaritas from 7-10 p.m. 

Kids Club – We’re excited to welcome Kids Club back to The Yard this month. ​​Little artists are invited to nurture their creative expression with an enriching session guided by Little Creative Souls on Sat., 4/30, at 2:30 p.m. The event is open to children ages 3 to 9. 

Yoli Mayor sings at Soul Brunch at The Doral Yard

Photo by Cristian Gonzalez

Live Music

Cuban Jazz & Funk ft. Otto Percussion – Percussionist, educator, and band leader, Otto Santana Selis, shares the wonderful sound of jazz music with The Yard on Thur., 4/7, at 5 p.m. 

Noches en La Habana ft. Leslie Cartaya – Slip away into a night of music under the stars with local talent Leslie Cartaya at Noches en La Habana on Sat., 4/16 at 8 p.m.

Flamenco Pop Fusion ft. Bita – Head to The Yard for an evening of flamenco with Andalusian singer-songwriter, Bita on Thur., 4/21, at 7 p.m.

Funk Fusion ft. Lemon City Trio Lemon City Trio brings their love of soul music and New Orleans Funk to the stage on Thur., 4/28, at 7 p.m.

Leslie Cartaya performing
Photo by Carlos Miller

Food & Drink

Barbakoa by Finka – Barbakoa by Finka opened its brand new takeout window. Open Friday night and all day Saturday and Sunday, it’s now even easier to get your hands on the delicious Latin-Asian fusion menu. And during the week, the BarbaKantina Executive Lunch is a can’t-miss. For only $28, dive into your choice of appetizer, entree, and beer or wine from a select menu available Tuesday – Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. You can see the full menu here and reservations can be made here.

Cocktail of the Month – The April $10 cocktail of the month is Skinny Whale.” The cocktail, which can be found at The Bar at The Yard, features Gray Whale Gin, fresh watermelon juice, and lime

Paletas Morelia Morelia Gourmet Paletas has launched three new vegan flavors: Chocolate Hazelnut Cookies & Cream, Hazelnut, and Coconut. All flavors are now available at The Yard location. 

The April Cocktail of the Month
The Skinny Whale

Wellness

Kids Yoga – Led by a certified children’s yoga instructor, Paola Gonzalez, Kids Yoga takes place on Sat., 4/9, at 11 a.m. Children and their parents are welcome to enjoy a morning of movement. 

Hatha Yoga with Dunia – On Sun., 4/3 and 4/17  at 10 a.m., get into flow with a yoga class right in The Backyard with an emphasis on enhancing awareness, alignment and acceptance. 

Vinyasa Flow with Gin Yogi – To get your week started on the right foot, join Gin Yogi for a Vinyasa flow on Sun., 4/24, at 10 a.m. 

Power Hour Certified Strength Coach, Geo Valdez, hosts a high-energy training session for all fitness levels on Sat., 4/30 at 11 a.m. Ten percent of the proceeds from the class are donated to Miami Rescue Mission

An outdoor workout at The Doral Yard

Visit doralyard.com/events for a full line up.

March Events at The Yard: St. Patrick’s Day, Kids Club, Workshops, and More

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People sitting at the bar in The Backyard at The Doral Yard
The Backyard at The Doral Yard

March has arrived and we aren’t slowing down any time soon. From St. Patrick’s Day to the relaunch of Kids Club, there is truly something for the whole family at The Doral Yard. Check out just a few of the events we have coming up this month below and you can visit our events page for the full line up.

Special Events

Ritmo Doral – On Sat., 3/12, at 8 p.m The City of Doral and The Rhythm Foundation present the 6th Annual Ritmo Doral hosted at The Doral Yard. Son Mandinga and Gafieira Rio Miami headline the celebration. Admission is free

Sips & Succulents – Along with Alore Event Firm, The Yard hosts a succulent planting workshop at The Yard on Wed., 3/16, at 6:30 p.m. Tickets to the event include all supplies and a mojito. Groups are encouraged to attend and with the purchase of two tickets, a third will be free

St. Paddy’s Day Bash Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at The Doral Yard on Thu., 3/17, at 5 p.m. Green is encouraged and attendees can imbibe in free shots of Jameson, food specials like “Cochi papas” by un pollo, green beer at Barbakoa and live music by Brothers of Others, starting at 7 p.m. Admission is free. 

Kids Club – We’re excited to welcome Kids Club back to The Yard this month. ​​Little artists are invited to nurture their creative expression with an enriching session guided by Little Creative Souls on Sat., 3/19, at 2:30 p.m. The event is open to children ages 3 to 9. 

Spring Paint & Sip – Grab a canvas and cocktail as you test your creative limits on Wed., 3/30, at 6 p.m. Tickets to the event include all materials necessary including canvas, paints, and brushes. Drinks are not included but happy hour runs 4-7 p.m. and The Bar at The Yard will serve specially priced $8 margaritas from 7-10 p.m. 

Paint on cardboard
Photo by Little Creative Souls

Live Music

Noche de Salsa ft. Braidsman – On Fri., 3/11, at 8 p.m., trumpeter Braidman takes to the stage at The Yard to delight with Cuban and Latin American sounds. Admission is free. 

Tropical Sundays ft. Bòfré Celebrate Sunday’s good vibes with Island Reggae and World Rhythms featuring Bòfré on Sun., 3/20, at 5 p.m. Admission is free.

It’s Absolutely Time … An Exclusive Evening ft. Yoli MayorOn Fri., 3/25, at 8 p.m., spend the evening getting lost in the music of Miami powerhouse vocalist, Yoli Mayor. Expect the unexpected as Yoli transforms The Yard into an oasis of sound and interactive experiences. Admission is free.

Yoli Mayor performing
Yoli Mayor

Food & Drink

Carmen Bowl – During the month of March, della bowls launches the Carmen Bowl, created by our own Chef Carmen This Asian-inspired bowl features brown rice, quinoa mix, mushrooms, kelp, raw roots, edamame, sesame, pickled onions, avocado, and Gold Sauce. You can find more details here

BarbaKantina Executive Lunch Barbakoa By Finka has just launched their BarbaKantina Executive Lunch. For only $28, you can dive into your choice of appetizer, entree, and beer or wine from a  select menu available Tuesday – Friday from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. You can see the full menu here and Reservations can be made here.

Cocktail of the Month – The March $10 cocktail of the month is “Old Habits.” The cocktail, which can be found at The Bar at The Yard, features Smooth Ambler Bourbon, honey syrup, and lemon. 

Carmen Bowl by della
della Carmen Bowl

Wellness

Kids Yoga Led by a certified children’s yoga instructor, Paola Gonzalez, Kids Yoga will take place on Sat., 3/12, at 11 a.m. Children and their parents are welcome to enjoy a morning of movement. Tickets can be found here

Hatha Yoga with Dunia – On Sun., 3/13  at 10 a.m., you can get into flow with a yoga class right in The Backyard with an emphasis on enhancing your awareness, alignment and acceptance. 

Power Hour Certified Strength Coach, Geo Valdez, hosts a high-energy training session for all fitness levels on Sat., 3/26 at 11 a.m. Ten percent of the proceeds from the class will be donated to Miami Rescue Mission

Children doing yoga at The Doral Yard
Kids Yoga

Visit doralyard.com/events for a full line up.

7 ways to do date night at The Yard

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Step into The Doral Yard for a date night tailored to your style. Here, you can treat the one who makes you smile to a fun culinary tour, a romantic sit down dinner at one of Miami’s top restaurants, an evening of dancing to live music by local artists and so much more!

Dinner and a Show

The live music stage in the Backyard

Live music is our thing. Every Thursday through Sunday, you can expect a fantastic line-up of local, national and international musicians take the stage at The Backyard playing everything from jazz and reggae to salsa and rock n’ roll. Admission is free! Arrive early to enjoy happy hour from 4-7 p.m.

Santo Dulce! Churros Valentine's Day churro in the shape of a heart with red sprinkles nestled in a scoop of vanilla ice cream and garnished with heart-shaped chocolates and a rose

Grab eats prepared with love by The Yard’s culinary vendors including plant-based della bowls, dim sum and wok favorites by YIP, un pollo‘s Venezuelan-style rotisserie chicken and sides and World Famous House of Mac’s unbeatable mac n’ cheese offerings.

For dessert, indulge in a made-to-order Santo Dulce Churro and Ice Cream treat or customizable Paletas Morelia pop.

Sunset Happy Hour

Scoop up your sweetie and a couple of chairs at the Bar at The Backyard and enjoy happy-hour priced cocktails like the Spicy Daisy, a delicious combination of El Jimador Silver Tequila, Gem & Bolt Mezcal, spicy agave, Chinola Passion Fruit Liqueur and lime. Also on the happy hour menu are beers and wines for any palate.

Happy Hour at The Yard happens every day of the week from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. just in time to soak in Miami’s magnificent sunsets.

Romantic Dinner for Two at Barbakoa by Finka

Barbakoa by Finka is The Yard’s full service restaurant helmed by Miami Chef Eileen Andrade. Not only is it Miami top ten restaurants to open in 2021 but it’s also a perfect spot to share a romantic and fabulous lunch or dinner for two. Enjoy sharable plates like Korean Chili Wings, Snapper Tiradito, Wagyu Beef Tataki and an assortment of woodstove oven pizzas, to name just a few. Connect over a delicious meal paired with chef-selected wines and cocktails. Reservations are highly recommended!

Fitness Followed by a Feast

For some of us fitness and food together pave the way to our hearts. Find both at The Yard for a perfect date night by day. Get tangled up in yoga together or sweat it out with Zumba and then eat your hearts out at any of The Yard’s culinary vendors.

Dancing and Drinks

Dancing frees the soul and brings you closer to the one you love, so grab them by the hips and hit the dance floor at The Yard. With live music every Thursday through Sunday, you can pick the day and genre that moves you. Grab a refreshing craft cocktail, beer or wine at The Bar at The Yard, too!

Some of our resident performing artists including Leslie Cartaya, Cortadito and MannySwagg are known to ignite dancing vibes. Check out our live music calendar to find out who will be hitting the stage at The Backyard here or keep up to date with our live music line-up on Instagram.

Take the Party Home

If you prefer to share your one on one time alone and in the comfort of your own home, make it easy on yourself ordering tasty eats from any of our culinary vendors.

With just a few taps, you can order anything from della bowls plant-based healthy bowls of happy to World Famous House of Mac‘s decadent mac n’ cheese offerings or flavorful dim sum from YIP, to name a few.

Soul Brunch ft. Yoli Mayor

Soul Brunch is Sun. 4/10

On Sunday, April 10, from 12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., you and your crew can join us for Soul Brunch ft. Yoli Mayor. Back by popular demand, Soul Brunch all-inclusive tickets include offerings by Doral Yard sweet and savory culinary vendors with optional add-ons like unlimited mimosas from The Bar at The Yard. Enjoy dishes like a breakfast egg roll from Barbakoa by Finka, mini chicken and waffles from World Famous House of Mac and a maple with bacon churro halo. Purchase your tickets and reserve your table here.

Spooktacular October Events at The Yard

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Get in the fall spirit at The Yard with all of our fun events, new cocktails, delicious food, and bootiful new backyard. The Doral Yard offers families, locals, and visitors a smorgasbord of events in October from live musical performances at the outdoor stage every weekend, fitness and wellness workshops, a cooking workshop, and food festival to the launch of a brand new Kids Club at The Yard. Also, The Doral Yard is open seven days a week starting on Monday, October 18!

Halloween Fun

Hal-Glow-Ween events at The Doral Yard on 10/30 and 10/31/21

Enjoy Halloween happenings at The Doral Yard on Sat., 10/30 and Sun., 10/31.

We’re teaming up with Downtown Doral and local businesses to present Hal-GLOW-ween at The Yard featuring a collection of events kids, adults and even your family’s furriest member can get in on the fun.

On Sat., 10/30 starting at 3 p.m. bring Fido to a Pet Costume Contest with Woof Gang Bakery. 

Then, on Sun., 10/31, join us and Community Arts and Culture for a fun afternoon of live music at Dia de los Muertos Celebration featuring a Sugar Skull Station and live Mexican folk music by Ameyal.

Our culinary vendors have sweets and special treats for everyone to enjoy throughout Halloween weekend.

Paletas Morelia sprinkles all of the free toppings your heart desires on Sun. 10/31. Also, order a Kid’s Meal at un pollo and kids get some trick-or-treat candy all day on Sun. 10/31

In addition, sip on Gem + Bolt Mezcal samples on 10/31 from 4 to 8 p.m. during the Dia de los Muertos Celebration.

Trick or Treat Yo Self

Hal-Glow-Ween events at The Doral Yard on 10/30 and 10/31/21
Taste The Yard, but plant-based style, with SEED Food and Wine

No tricks, all treats at our Taste of The Yard: SEED Food & Wine Edition on Thurs. Oct. 7 from 7 p.m.10 p.m. The all-inclusive $25 ticket lands you five specially-created plant-based offerings from The Yard’s vendors like un pollo’s arepita with jackfruit mechada and cashew cheese  and soon-to-open Barbakoa by Finka’s wok-fired okra topped with kimchee lime sauce and cashews, to name just a few. Tickets are available here.

Spooktacular Performances All Month Long!

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Yard favorite, Yoli Mayor singing her heart out

The Backyard stage welcomes a spooktacular slew of fresh talent curated by Miami-based music agency, Tigre Sounds. Fierce local female vocalists including Leslie Cartaya on 10/9 at 8 p.m., Raquel Sofia on 10/14 at 7 p.m., Yoli Mayor on Sat., 10/23 at 8 p.m. bring magical moments to Miamians. Also in October, Bòfré, Sol and The Tribu and Manny Swagg join the Tropical Sundays series on 10/10, 10/17 and 10/24, starting at 5 p.m. Visit doralyard.com/livemusic for a full line up.

Fall Cooking with Baptist Health

Cooking class
Cook up a delicious fall bowl at our virtual cooking class

Let’s get cooking! On Wed., 10/13 at 6 p.m. della bowls and Baptist Health Virtual Nutrition and Cooking Class show you how easy it is to make a delicious and satisfying fall-themed plant-based bowl while Baptist Health Registered Dietitian, Lucette Talamas, shares nutritional expertise. RSVP for this free workshop here

Scary good BOGO deal

BOGO
Buy your favorite della bowl and get another free at our monthly BOGO

Bone appetite! della bowls brings back its monthly Buy One Get One Free , on Wed., 10/27 from noon – 10 p.m. Buy a house favorite or build-your-own-bowl and get the second free. While supplies last. Dine-in and takeout only at The Doral Yard.

 

Cocktail of the Month brings fall vibes

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Our October Cocktail of The Month, Jack O’ Lantern

Fall vibes all month long: Get in the spirit and try our October cocktail of the month, Apple Jack O’ Lantern ($10), made with Jack Daniel’s apple whiskey, Fireball and apple cider garnished with cinnamon stick and dried apple.

Kids Club Events

Kids club events
Cooking, arts and crafts, gardening, music, and much more at our Kids Club debut

Kids don’t have to wait until Halloween to start celebrating! This month we are launching Kids Club at The Doral Yard.  Kids ages 6 – 10 to join the club and participate in a variety of enriching and fun activities and events centered around cooking, arts and crafts, gardening, movement, music, and much more, while parents take a midday break enjoying delicious food offerings by The Doral Yard vendors on the third Saturday of each month from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. 

The very first Kids Club on Sat., 10/16 at 11:30 a.m. features a Halloween crafts workshop. Kids unleash their inner artist decorating pumpkins with glow-in-the-dark paints and creating their very own Halloween lanterns. One-time tickets or tickets for a series of six classes are on sale now.

Get your skeleton moving

Fitness classes
Hatha Yoga at The Yard with Dunia

Unwind and get your sweat on! Fitness fans can sign up for Hatha Yoga with Dunia every Tuesday in October at 6:30 p.m., dance at Zumba at The Yard with Cat Medina on Sat., 10/23 at 11:15 a.m. and sweat with Cairo Concepts on Sun., 10/24 at 10:30 a.m.

Get in the fall spirit at The Yard with all of our fun events, new cocktails, delicious food, and bootiful new backyard. The Doral Yard offers families, locals, and visitors a smorgasbord of events in October from live musical performances at the outdoor stage every weekend, fitness and wellness workshops, a cooking workshop, and food festival to the launch of a brand new Kids Club at The Yard. Also, The Doral Yard is open seven days a week starting on Monday, October 18!

Halloween Fun

Hal-Glow-Ween events at The Doral Yard on 10/30 and 10/31/21

Enjoy Halloween happenings at The Doral Yard on Sat., 10/30 and Sun., 10/31.

We’re teaming up with Downtown Doral and local businesses to present Hal-GLOW-ween at The Yard featuring a collection of events kids, adults and even your family’s furriest member can get in on the fun.

On Sat., 10/30 starting at 3 p.m. bring Fido to a Pet Costume Contest with Woof Gang Bakery. 

Then, on Sun., 10/31, join us and Community Arts and Culture for a fun afternoon of live music at Dia de los Muertos Celebration featuring a Sugar Skull Station and live Mexican folk music by Ameyal.

Our culinary vendors have sweets and special treats for everyone to enjoy throughout Halloween weekend.

Paletas Morelia sprinkles all of the free toppings your heart desires on Sun. 10/31. Also, order a Kid’s Meal at un pollo and kids get some trick-or-treat candy all day on Sun. 10/31

In addition, sip on Gem + Bolt Mezcal samples on 10/31 from 4 to 8 p.m. during the Dia de los Muertos Celebration.

Trick or Treat Yo Self

Hal-Glow-Ween events at The Doral Yard on 10/30 and 10/31/21
Taste The Yard, but plant-based style, with SEED Food and Wine

No tricks, all treats at our Taste of The Yard: SEED Food & Wine Edition on Thurs. Oct. 7 from 7 p.m.10 p.m. The all-inclusive $25 ticket lands you five specially-created plant-based offerings from The Yard’s vendors like un pollo’s arepita with jackfruit mechada and cashew cheese  and soon-to-open Barbakoa by Finka’s wok-fired okra topped with kimchee lime sauce and cashews, to name just a few. Tickets are available here.

Spooktacular Performances All Month Long!

Music events
Yard favorite, Yoli Mayor singing her heart out

The Backyard stage welcomes a spooktacular slew of fresh talent curated by Miami-based music agency, Tigre Sounds. Fierce local female vocalists including Leslie Cartaya on 10/9 at 8 p.m., Raquel Sofia on 10/14 at 7 p.m., Yoli Mayor on Sat., 10/23 at 8 p.m. bring magical moments to Miamians. Also in October, Bòfré, Sol and The Tribu and Manny Swagg join the Tropical Sundays series on 10/10, 10/17 and 10/24, starting at 5 p.m. Visit doralyard.com/livemusic for a full line up.

Fall Cooking with Baptist Health

Cooking class
Cook up a delicious fall bowl at our virtual cooking class

Let’s get cooking! On Wed., 10/13 at 6 p.m. della bowls and Baptist Health Virtual Nutrition and Cooking Class show you how easy it is to make a delicious and satisfying fall-themed plant-based bowl while Baptist Health Registered Dietitian, Lucette Talamas, shares nutritional expertise. RSVP for this free workshop here

Scary good BOGO deal

BOGO
Buy your favorite della bowl and get another free at our monthly BOGO

Bone appetite! della bowls brings back its monthly Buy One Get One Free , on Wed., 10/27 from noon – 10 p.m. Buy a house favorite or build-your-own-bowl and get the second free. While supplies last. Dine-in and takeout only at The Doral Yard.

 

Cocktail of the Month brings fall vibes

Fall cocktail
Our October Cocktail of The Month, Jack O’ Lantern

Fall vibes all month long: Get in the spirit and try our October cocktail of the month, Apple Jack O’ Lantern ($10), made with Jack Daniel’s apple whiskey, Fireball and apple cider garnished with cinnamon stick and dried apple.

Kids Club Events

Kids club events
Cooking, arts and crafts, gardening, music, and much more at our Kids Club debut

Kids don’t have to wait until Halloween to start celebrating! This month we are launching Kids Club at The Doral Yard.  Kids ages 6 – 10 to join the club and participate in a variety of enriching and fun activities and events centered around cooking, arts and crafts, gardening, movement, music, and much more, while parents take a midday break enjoying delicious food offerings by The Doral Yard vendors on the third Saturday of each month from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. 

The very first Kids Club on Sat., 10/16 at 11:30 a.m. features a Halloween crafts workshop. Kids unleash their inner artist decorating pumpkins with glow-in-the-dark paints and creating their very own Halloween lanterns. One-time tickets or tickets for a series of six classes are on sale now.

Get your skeleton moving

Fitness classes
Hatha Yoga at The Yard with Dunia

Unwind and get your sweat on! Fitness fans can sign up for Hatha Yoga with Dunia every Tuesday in October at 6:30 p.m., dance at Zumba at The Yard with Cat Medina on Sat., 10/23 at 11:15 a.m. and sweat with Cairo Concepts on Sun., 10/24 at 10:30 a.m.

Please pardon the interruption as we prepare to open The Backyard!

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Rendering of The Backyard entrance

We are open! However, please pardon the interruption as we pause our live music, fitness classes, table reservations and our Main Street outdoor seating after July 5th.

These are moving to The Backyard, behind our Hub, which is the indoor part of The Doral Yard.

In just a few weeks, live music, fitness classes, expanded outdoor seating and a bigger, better outdoor bar will return when The Backyard partially opens!

Part of the outdoor dining area in The Backyard

SO MUCH TO LOOK FORWARD TO!

Later this summer, our full Backyard will open, including our innovative culinary vendors Santo Dulce! Churros, Paletas Morelia and Pokekai

Barbakoa by Finka, the full service restaurant by Chef Eileen Andrade of Finka Table & Tap and featuring a fusion menu revolving around coal-fired fresh ingredients, opens in the fall. 

At The Backyard, you’ll enjoy a larger live music stage, covered turf and outdoor seating area, casual self-serve seating, indoor and outdoor events, an outdoor bar, a garden by Little River Cooperative, private events space, large screen for showing movies and sporting events, and more. 

The Doral Yard is working with hospitality and restaurant design and architecture studio,  Saladino Design, for Phase 2. Saladino was also responsible for the design of Ball & Chain and Red Rooster Overtown.

Portrait of Chef Eileen Andrade
Chef Eileen Andrade of Finka Table & Tap will be at the helm of Barbakoa by Finka at The Doral Yard

STAY UP TO DATE WITH OUR EXPANSION

Rendering of The Backyard opening in summer 2021

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The Doral Yard is growing and hiring!

We’re actively hiring for all positions as well. If you’re interested, please visit our Careers page

June Events at The Yard

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The Doral Yard kicks off the summer with back-to-back events in June like Taste of The Yard, Dia dos Namorados, Father’s Day specials, and celebrating 305 women in music.

Tasting your way around The Yard

Taste of The Yard Events

Get the ultimate feast from your favorite vendors at our Taste of The Yard

Taste of The Yard is here! Starting this Thurs., 6/10, join us every Thursday this summer from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. for the chance to indulge in bites from around The Yard.⁠ ⁠

Your all-inclusive ticket will land you samples from:

The Bar at The Yard: your choice of draft beer or house wine

della bowls: your choice of one plant-based mini house favorite bowl

un pollo: one piece of succulent Venezuelan – style rotisserie chicken with a side hallaquita

YIP: made-from -scratch shrimp dumplings

Santo Dulce: made-to-order churro halo of your choice

Brazilian Valentine’s Day

Brazilian Valentine's Day Event

Diogo Brown performs at our Dia dos Namorados at The Yard

Let’s celebrate love again with Dia dos Namorados at The Yard, a.k.a. Brazilian Valentine’s Day this  Sat.,  June 12.

Savor Brazil’s national cocktail, the caipirinha, available all day from The Bar at The Yard and decadent Brazilian bonbons for your sweet-tooth at the Don Brigadiero Pop-Up from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Keep the party going with a live musical journey by Diogo Brown & The Brazilian Samba Jazz Experience who hits our outdoor Main Street Stage starting at 8 p.m.

305 Women in Music Weekend

Lesley Cartaya plays our 305 Women en Musica lineup at The Yard with her full band
Latin Grammy-nominated artist Leslie Cartaya plays our 305 Women en Musica lineup at The Yard with her full band

This month we celebrate women in music and what better way than live performances from some of our favorite local female artists? The 305 Women in Música weekend events celebrates the Magic City’s extraordinary female musical talent with  Sounds of Spain ft Anabel Lopez, Gaiya Live at The Yard and Leslie Cartaya from Thurs., June 17 through Sat., June 19. 

Father’s Day Events at The Yard

Father's Day Events - Yard Bourbon Cocktail
Yard Bourbon Cocktail (by @bondiroadeveryday)

Father’s Day is quickly approaching and if you still don’t have plans-we got you covered! Dads at The Yard can enjoy Father’s Day at The Yard specials including the Yard Bourbon for $10 all day on Sun., June 20, while feasting on delicious eats by sweet and savory culinary vendors.

Then stay vibing to fun beats by 94.9 DJ (and dad!) Xtreme starting at 5 p.m.

End of the month BOGO at della bowls

A della bowls team member holds a bowl layered with colors and textures in front of a mural
BOGO is Wed.m June 30th at della bowls

At the end of every month you know what time it is–it’s BOGO time! della bowls invites everyone to buy one house favorite or build-your-own-bowl and enjoy the second free at their monthly della bowls Buy One Get One Free event on Wednesday, June 30 from noon to 10 p.m.  Valid for dine-in and takeout only.

Fitness Events

Dunia does a yoga pose in front of a heart sculpture for her Tuesday hatha yoga classes
Dunia teaches hatha yoga classes every Tuesday

It’s summer time-no better time to get outside for some fun fitness classes like Hatha Yoga with Dunia series on Tuesdays at 6:30 p.m.

You can also catch the energetic 305 Fitness by Glow Fitness Studio every Sunday at 10 a.m. 

Live Music Events

Yard favorite, Anabel Lopez sings her heart out in her Sounds of Spain performancel
Yard favorite, Anabel Lopez sings her heart out in her Sounds of Spain performance (photo courtesy of Prism Creative Group)

Every week brings local musical gems to the outdoor Main Street Stage. Genres range from Cuban son to Spanish flamenco, jazz, up-and-coming Miami rock stars and everything in between. Live music lovers are invited to arrive before the performance and enjoy happy hour cocktails, beer and wine from The Bar at The Yard from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Thursdays – Sundays as well as from the outdoor Main Street Bar from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. Fridays – Sundays. Sundays also feature local DJs spinning beats starting at 5 p.m.

 

June 3 | 7 p.m.| Madd Jazz at The Yard

June 4 | 8 p.m.| Gipsy Kings Tribute ft Andre Carvajal

June 5 | 8 p.m.| Gaêlica Returns to The Yard

June 6 | 5 p.m.| TU 94.9 DJ Xtreme at The Yard

 

June 10 | 7 p.m | Alejandra Jimenez Live at The Yard

June 11 | 8 p.m.| Ole! Live Flamenco Tablao

June 12 | 8 p.m.| Diogo Brown & The Brazilian Samba Jazz Experience

June 13 | 5 p.m.| 80’s Vibes with DJ Omar Leon

 

June 17 | 7 p.m.| Sounds of Spain ft. Anabel Lopez

June 18 | 8 p.m.| Gaiya Live at The Yard

June 19 | 8 p.m.| Leslie Cartaya and her full band Live The Yard

June 20 | 5 p.m.| TU 94.9 DJ Xtreme at The Yard

 

June 24 | 7 p.m | Live Jazz at The Yard ft Nikki Kidd

June 25 | 8 p.m.| Cortadito returns to The Yard

June 26 | 8 p.m.| Live music at The Yard

June 27 | 5 p.m.| 80’s Vibes with DJs Oscar Leal and Omar Leon