The Best Free Events in Miami This Week

An Evening with Ozzy Inguanzo at Books & Books

Cuban-American screenwriter and author Ozzy Inguanzo stops at Books & Books in Coral Gables on Tuesday to discuss his latest book, Ghostbusters: Afterlife: The Art and Making of the Movie. The book, published by Titian Books, explores the creative development and production of the 2021 sequel. It's chock-full of concept art and photography, interviews with cast and crew, and a foreword by director Jason Reitman. 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, December 14, at Books & Books, 265 Aragon Ave., Coral Gables; 305-442-4408; booksandbooks.com. Admission is free with RSVP via eventbrite.com.

Miami Dade College Workshop Showcase at Tower Theater

When the organizers of Sun Pass Film Festival found out that Miami Dade College wouldn't be holding its end-of-semester screening for its graduate filmmakers' capstone projects, they decided to step in and honor the students' hard work. On Wednesday, Sun Pass and MDC will host a free screening of these budding filmmakers' work at Tower Theater. The five films screening include Andres Monsalve's The Editor, Daniela Romero's El Mundo Al Revés, Kevin Miguelez's Soft Driven Mad, Raquel Mira's Mirrorball, and Chris Molina's The Truth of a Thousand Nights. 6 p.m. Wednesday, December 15, at Tower Theater, 1508 SW Eighth St., Miami; 305-237-2463; towertheatermiami.com. Admission is free with RSVP via eventbrite.com.

Pesto Italian Cuisine Grand Opening at the Lincoln Eatery

Pesto Italian Cuisine at the Lincoln Eatery is the work of Rawad Ammar and Tarek Aboudehen, who offer their take on the European dining experience with a menu of Italian specialties like seafood rigatoni, penne siciliana, and lasagna bolognese. Pesto celebrates its grand opening with a free tasting featuring traditional and modern twists on Italian favorites on Thursday. Owing to limited space, an RSVP is required. 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday, December 16, at the Lincoln Eatery, 723 Lincoln Ln. N., Miami Beach; 305-695-8700; thelincolneatery.com. Admission is free with RSVP via eventbrite.com.

The Polar Boys at Space Park

Local band the Polar Boys hit the stage at Space Park on Friday, with Boston-based quintet Mahogany Purple serving as openers. The trio — Andy Zambrana, Alex Ramon, and Andres Baquerizo — released its debut album, World Domination, earlier this year, after a string of singles in the lead-up. If you're a fan of acts like MGMT and Tame Impala, you'll know what to expect from the Boys. The event includes a toy drive, so bring an unwrapped item to donate upon entry. 7 p.m. Friday, December 17, at Space Park, 298 NE 61st St., Miami; spaceparkmiami.com. Admission is free with RSVP via eventbrite.com.

Harry Romero at Hyde Beach

Party promoter Confessions returns to Hyde Beach on Friday with house music maestro Harry Romero behind the decks. Over the years, Romero has released tracks on respected labels like Subliminal, Ovum, and Crosstown Rebels. Also on the bill are Brett, Rubin, Ben Finx, Jamie Lecomb, and Symbiosis. If you want to get into the party for free, make sure to arrive before 10 p.m. — there's a $30 cover charge otherwise. 9 p.m. Friday, December 17, Hyde Beach, 1701 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; 305-455-2990; sbe.com. Admission is free before 10 p.m. with RSVP; tickets cost $30 via eventbrite.com.

Bayfront Park Holiday Movie Night

On Sunday, the Downtown Neighbors Alliance presents a screening of the 2018 animated film The Grinch as part of the Bayfront Park Holiday Movie Night. Before the screening, there will be a photo op with Santa, an ugly sweater contest, and samples by Stella Artois. Oh, and there'll also be food trucks and music. 2 to 8 p.m. Sunday, December 19, at Bayfront Park, 301 Biscayne Blvd., Miami. Admission is free with RSVP via eventbrite.com.