US: Nov. 19 Industry News

NATIONAL: Ocean Wise will host its nationwide Seafood Festival from Feb. 1-28. During the month, Ocean Wise Seafood partners will have offerings available for purchase at restaurants, grocery stores and other businesses, with proceeds supporting the not-for-profit Ocean Wise Seafood program.

CHICAGO: Buffalo Creek Brewing in Long Grove is returning with its Alpine Biergarten concept from Nov. 26-28. The brewery is known for its handcrafted German-style beer and lively atmosphere, and it features multiple fire pits, patio and barrel table heat lamps, throws and apparel to stay warm, twinkle lighting, holiday decor, outdoor table service and over 2 acres of winter land to explore.

KEY WEST, FLA: The Margaritaville Beach House Key West is now open in the former Barbary Beach House Key West space. The oceanfront resort on Smathers Beach has 186 suites, a lagoon-style pool and lounging hammocks throughout the grounds, as well a variety of indoor and outdoor event space. One highlight? A 1,500-square-foot event tiki that's available for small meetings and events.

LOS ANGELES: Cardi B will host at the American Music Awards (AMAs) on Nov. 21 live from the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. MRC Live & Alternative and ABC have announced the first group of A-listers set to perform, including Bad Bunny, BTS, Megan Thee Stallion and Olivia Rodrigo.

NEW YORK: Carnegie Hall will host Afrofuturism, an inaugural festival taking place on six dates in February and March 2022. The events will focus on looking at the future through a Black cultural lens by intersecting music, visual art, literature, politics, science fiction and technology. More than 60 New York-based cultural institutions will also be hosting live and virtual events, including exhibitions, performances, talks and more.