Category Archives: Events

Mai-Kai history event joins the party as inaugural Mod Weekend kicks into gear

Posted on March 14, 2013 by Hurricane Hayward

Mod Weekend, the March 15-17 celebration of Fort Lauderdale’s mid-century architecture and style, is shaping up to be a whirlwind of activity with several events selling out and additional activities added to the mix, including Saturday’s “Mai-Kai: History, Mystery and … Continue reading →

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Hullabaloo jazzes up Clematis Street with inventive craft cocktails

Posted on January 25, 2013 by Hurricane Hayward

Tonight is the grand opening of Hullabaloo, the new gastropub and craft cocktail bar in downtown West Palm Beach, but the party started early with a sneak preview for invited guests last night that definitely put the staff to the … Continue reading →

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The Mai-Kai celebrates its 56th birthday, rings in 2013 with special events

Posted on December 21, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

On Dec. 28, 1956, the venerable Mai-Kai restaurant opened its doors on a desolate stretch of Federal Highway in Fort Lauderdale. In the ensuing half-century, the rest of the world has changed radically but you can still be guaranteed a … Continue reading →

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The Mai-Kai hosts ‘Classic Dining’ author Dec. 13 with special event, extended happy hour

Posted on November 30, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

Classic dining establishments that date back to the middle of the 20th century and are still thriving today are a rare find. South Florida is lucky to have one of the most grand and well-preserved in our midst: The Mai-Kai … Continue reading →

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‘Mai-Kai Mixer’ shakes up South Florida with rockin’ retro cocktail party

Posted on June 12, 2012 by Hurricane Hayward

Updated June 16, 2012 See below: See exclusive photos from the bash Related: Cocktail flights soar at Mai-Kai Mixer, reveal revolutionary use of rums Mai-Kai Cocktail Guide | Rums of The Mai-Kai The Mai-Kai’s Molokai bar was jumping on Saturday … Continue reading →

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The Mai-Kai thanks its customers for 55 years with party on Wednesday, Dec. 28

Posted on December 23, 2011 by Hurricane Hayward

Behind the magic: A backstage tour of The Mai-Kai’s mysterious bars and kitchen NEW Related sites: Facebook event | MaiKai.com | Flickr group Recent posts: Take 5: Mai-Kai General Manager Kern Mattei | Mai-Kai Cocktail Guide The venerable Mai-Kai Polynesian … Continue reading →

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Party like a Zombie this month at The Mai-Kai

Posted on October 19, 2011 by Hurricane Hayward

More info: MaiKai.com | Mai-Kai Cocktail Guide | See all our Mai-Kai posts Forget New Year’s Eve. For many, the Halloween season is the biggest party time of the year. And the upcoming event calendar at the usually mellow Mai-Kai … Continue reading →

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The Jetsetter touches down tonight at The Mai-Kai

Posted on July 29, 2011 by Hurricane Hayward

Join Mike “Jetsetter” Jones tonight for what’s quickly becoming the coolest event on The Mai-Kai‘s calendar: His semi-regular DJ set following the usual Friday night happy hour. As an added bonus and in keeping with the Jetset theme, Jet Pilots … Continue reading →

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Pooch brings his surreal world to Howley’s with solo art show

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Hurricane Hayward

One of our favorite lowbrow artists, Mike “Pooch” Pucciarelli, will be hosting a showing of his recent prints next Tuesday (July 26) at one of our favorite retro restaurants – Howley’s diner in West Palm Beach. The show, titled “View … Continue reading →

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Clematis Street rides a new wave with the opening of Longboards

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Hurricane Hayward

See below: Jump to the photo gallery Related: Surf’s up: The story behind Longboards Even on-and-off rains throughout the night couldn’t douse the good vibrations permeating the 500 block of Clematis Street on Saturday night during the grand opening party … Continue reading →

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