2008 Sonny Ericsson Open, Miami Events

The Sonny Ericcson Open begins today Wednesday March 26th and will run till April 6th. Featuring the world’s top-ranked men and women players promises lots of excitement for all tennis lovers.

This popular Miami sporting event begins with women and men’s qualifying rounds. The main sketch for the 2008 Sony Ericsson Open begins today in Key Biscayne, just minutes away from popular Miami Beach. Exhilarating match-ups are expected as ATP players Gustavo Kuerten and Kei Nishikori and Sony Ericsson WTA Tour players Gisela Dulko and Jill Craybas begin their quest for the 2008 Sony Ericsson Open title.

The first tennis match on water took place in our very own South Beach. Two of the World's leading tennis players, Serena Williams and Rafael Nadal were in charge of completing the seemingly impossible mission. The ground-breaking tennis match took place at the top of the new Gansevoort South Hotel as it officially opened its doors for the first time. The water-covered court was constructed in the 110ft swimming pool set in the Gansevoort's exclusive 22,000sqft rooftop retreat overlooking South Beach Miami, Florida. This match has the purpose of welcoming the 2008 Sonny Ericsson Open. The Sony Ericsson Open is the World's fifth largest tournament and the only 12-day tennis event on the ATP and Sony Ericsson WTA Tour calendars.

The 2008 Sonny Ericsson Open takes place at the Tennis Center at Crandon Park, 7300 Crandon Blvd., Key Biscayne. Gates open at 10 a.m. with match play beginning on Stadium at 11 a.m. Tickets are available at www.sonyericssonopen.com starting at $5.

Calendar of Miami Events 2008

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Upcoming Miami Events During March 2008

Festivals and Music:

The Calle Ocho Festival (8th Street Festival) is all about Hispanic Culture. This Florida festival will be in town on March 16th from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. If you love Hispanic music and food, this is one event you cannot miss. It is a free event unlike any other in the Miami.

Coral Gables Wine and Food Festival is scheduled for March 27, 2008. This Miami event features the best of food and wine in order to benefit a good cause.

One of my favorite’s events in Miami: Miami Ultra Music Festival is almost here. This highly-profile Miami event is part of the Miami Winter Music Conference. It is a two-day Florida festival that brings the best of electronic music to the city of Miami. This event will be taking place on March 28th and 29th, 2008 at Bicentennial Park in Downtown Miami.

Sports and Tournaments:

The 2008 Sony Ericsson Open is scheduled for March 26th through April 6th, 2008. This annual Miami event will take place at the Tennis Center at Crandon Park, and will feature the top 96 tennis players in the world as well as over 300,000 spectators. During the Sony Ericsson Open in Miami the city gets packed with celebrities and stars.

Exhibitions:

Miami Home Design and Remodeling Show. This Miami event features the finest in home furnishings, accessories, interior designs, remodeling, appliances home improvement, audio/video, and an array of home items for the interior and exterior of the homes all under one roof. It will take place at the Miami Beach Convention Center from March 28th to the 31st, 2008.