What’s On December 2019 | Worldwide Luxury Events

Art Basel Miami Beach | Miami, USA | 5 – 8 December 2019

Art Basel is an international art fair hosted annually in Basel, Switzerland; Miami Beach and Hong Kong and showcases work of emerging and established contemporary artists to collectors and members of the public. In previous years, supercar brands like Lamborghini have even presented “artwork” pieces in the form of sketches or new designs.

Art Basel Miami Beach this year runs from December 5 through 8 and will bring together more than 4,000 artists and 269 leading international galleries at Miami Beach Convention Center and is a culmination of gallery showings, parties and shopping experiences.

For more information, visit the website.

Kata Rocks Superyacht Rendezvous | Phuket, Thailand
12-15 December 2019

An invitation-only event, Kata Rocks Superyacht Rendezvous is designed to bring like-minded guests together from the Southeast Asia region and signals the opening of Phuket’s charter season. KRSR participants includes yacht owners, builders, industry professionals and brands and gives an opportunity flagship vessels to be showcased and guests to socialise and network in a world-class cruising beach destination.

For more information and to register your car, visit their website.

Purist Winter Toy Drive 2019 | Industry Hills Expo Centre, California | 8 December 2019

Join the 7th Annual Winter Drive Winter Drive being held by the Purist Group and bring along toy donations to support disadvantaged children and families during the holiday season.

Winter Drive itself is a a fun toy collection event featuring exotic cars, live music, entertainment and giveaways. In 2018, the event raised over 20,000+ units of toys to be donated to charities worldwide and this year they are hoping to smash that goal and need your help!

SUPPORT THE CAUSE. BRING A TOY.

*There’s no entry fee but please bring a new, unwrapped toy (minimum $10 in value) to be collected on the day.

Date: Sunday, December, 8th, 2019

Time: 10:00AM-3:00PM

Location: Industry Hills Expo Center
16200 Temple Ave, City of Industry, CA 91744

** If parking on the premises there is a $5 parking fee (cash only)

For more information and to register your car, visit their website.

Festival of Speed Orlando

Celebrating its 14th anniversary this year, the Festivals of Speed Orlando will once again be held at the Ritz-Carlton Orlando, Grande Lakes on Sunday December 15th 2019.

Over 250 exotic cars, motorcycles, watercraft and luxury brands will be on display around the grounds of the Ritz-Carlton Orlando The Festivals of Speed show field has become known for its unique diversity, showcasing both vintage and contemporary vehicles of all makes and models including Porsche, Ferrari, Rolls-Royce, Lamborghini, Aston-Martin, BMW, Mercedes, McLaren, and more. Guests will also have the chance to experience fine wines, exciting culinary offerings, cigar lounge, on site cafes and music playing throughout the grounds.

Sunday, December 15th 2019
10:00am-4:00pm
Admission: $20.00 per person (children 12 and under are free)
THE RITZ-CARLTON ORLANDO.4012 Central Florida Parkway
Orlando, FL 32837

For more information visit the website.

Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race | Sydney, Australia | 26th – 27th December 2019

In its 75th year, the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race has become a highly anticipated event on the Australian sporting calendar and attracts global media coverage as the yachts set sail from Sydney Harbour on Boxing Day.

At 628 nautical miles, the course is often described as the most grueling long ocean race in the world. Sail crews from around the world compete in this timed race, starting from Sydney Harbour and sailing down the south-east coast of mainland Australia, across the often choppy Bass Strait and down the east coast of Tasmania to Hobart in a race for the finish line!

The Start Line
Visitors and guests are welcome to participate in the Sydney Race Village festivities from the opening of the Village until after the start of the Rolex Sydney Hobart. Sponsored by Mumm Champagne and Carlton & United Breweries, the Village has a number of attractions and events, including the highly anticipated Rolex Sydney Hobart Crew Party on December 21. Organised by the CYCA Associates Committee, one of the Club’s biggest December events boasts a DJ and late-night dance floor – free to attend for all Members and Rolex Sydney Hobart crews.

The Finish Line
Hobart’s waterfront is busy and buzzing, anticipating and celebrating the arrival of the boats.  Come and enjoy the packed program of entertainment, food and drinks, family fun, displays and information at the Hobart Race Village.  Nearby, The Taste of Tasmania festival is in full swing celebrating the best Tassie food and drinks on offer and Hobart’s hot spots are within walking distance.  Once the boats start rolling in, the atmosphere at Hobart’s Constitution Dock rises excitingly, culminating in the celebration of New Year’s Eve on the waterfront.

For more information, visit the website.

The Hofburg Silvesterball | Vienna, Australia
31st December 2019

Held in the Hofburg Palace, the Hofburg Silvesterball is the highlight of New Year’s Eve in the heart of Vienna. The program includes top-class performers from Vienna’s opera houses, dancers, bands and orchestras playing everything from waltz to jazz to modern pop, making your night at the former imperial winter residence truly unforgettable. In addition to a spellbinding opening ceremony, you will be treated to a fantastic midnight show and a firework display above the old town. Once the fireworks have subsided, keep dancing on until the early hours of the morning. There are plenty of attractions away from the dancefloor too: pick your own lucky four-leaf clover or attach your resolutions for the year ahead on the wish tree.

There are varying levels of tickets – some offering a full 4-course dinner, others reserved seats at a table (categorized by different ballrooms) while others are just entrance and nothing else. Guests can also choose to purchase Waltz dance lessons which are held at the palace earlier in the day (so that you feel confident to whirl around the dance floor later that evening)!

For more information visit their website.

Cars & Coffee | Australia | December 2019

This month we’re featuring Cars & Coffee events in Australia. Be sure to be up and early for your caffeine and engine fix!

• Cars & Coffee Australia | Brisbane | 7thDecember 2019
• Cars & Coffee Australia | Byron Bay | 8th December 2019
• Cars & Coffee Australia | Melbourne | 14th December 2019
• Cars & Coffee Australia | Gold Coast | 1st December 2019

For more information and to see Cars & Coffee events worldwide, visit the website.