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University of Miami Centennial Bobblehead Unveiled
National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum Unveils Special Edition University of Miami Centennial Sebastian the Ibis Bobblehead.
August 29th, 2025
In honor of the University of Miami’s 100th anniversary, the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum today unveiled a special edition Sebastian the Ibis Centennial Bobblehead. The collectible celebrates the University’s centennial year, marking a century since its founding in 1925.
The bobblehead, officially licensed by the University of Miami, features the beloved mascot standing on a base adorned with the 100th birthday logo. Sebastian strikes The U hand symbol while wearing Miami’s signature orange football jersey, a nod to the spirit and pride of Hurricanes fans. Each bobblehead is individually numbered to 2,025, making it a limited-edition keepsake for alumni, students, faculty, and fans.
The unveiling coincides with College Colors Day, a national celebration encouraging students, alumni, and fans to wear their college colors to showcase school spirit and support higher education.
“We’re excited to unveil this special edition bobblehead celebrating the University of Miami’s centennial,” said Phil Sklar, co-founder and CEO of the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum. “This bobblehead is a must-have for Miami fans who want to honor this historic milestone.”
About the Bobblehead:
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Price: $40 each, plus a flat-rate shipping charge of $8 per order
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Availability: Now available in the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum’s online store
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Shipping: Expected January 2026
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Features: Sebastian the Ibis in Miami’s orange football jersey, standing on a Centennial base, individually numbered
About Sebastian the Ibis:
The ibis, a local marsh bird, has long been a symbol of courage and resilience, believed to be the last to take shelter before a hurricane and the first to reappear after a storm. Adopted as the University’s first unofficial mascot in 1926, Sebastian has evolved over the decades into one of the most recognizable college mascots in the country, delighting generations of fans.
About the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum:
Located in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum opened to the public on February 1st, 2019. The Museum produces high-quality, customized bobbleheads for retail, individuals, organizations, and sports teams nationwide. For more information, visit bobbleheadhall.com
Set across from the restored rainbow crosswalk, this Ocean Drive favorite is once again becoming the heart of Miami Beach Pride.
April 8, 2026
As Miami Beach Pride 2026 returns to Ocean Drive this April, Palace Bar Miami Beach is once again set to be one of the biggest centers of the celebration. Known for its drag shows, open-air dining, and longtime place in South Florida’s LGBTQ+ community, Palace will host a full schedule of Pride Week events while standing directly across from one of the most meaningful new symbols of the weekend: the restored rainbow crosswalk in Miami Beach.
On Friday, April 10, the City of Miami Beach will unveil the rebuilt LGBTQIA+ rainbow crosswalk in Lummus Park, just steps from the Palace on Ocean Drive. The installation was recreated using 3,606 salvaged pavers from the original 2009 crosswalk, giving the city a renewed and permanent symbol of LGBTQ+ visibility, unity, and pride. Its location across from the Palace makes the venue a natural backdrop for one of the most talked-about moments of Miami Beach Pride 2026.
That visibility is nothing new for Palace. Owned by Tom Donall, a co-founder of Miami Beach Pride, Palace has spent nearly four decades building its reputation as one of the most iconic LGBTQ+ venues in Miami Beach. For locals and visitors alike, it has become a go-to destination for drag entertainment, brunch, nightlife, and community on Ocean Drive.
This year’s Palace Bar Miami Beach Pride lineup runs from April 8 through April 12 and includes some of the week’s biggest events. The schedule features the Miami Beach Pride Pageant on April 8, the Haus of Gucci Ball on April 10, and a full weekend of brunches, rooftop events, performances, and DJ sets from Oscar Velasquez and Jrny. Pride weekend will close on Sunday, April 12, with a major final celebration featuring DJ Dani Brasil and appearances by RuPaul’s Drag Race stars Jimbo and Trinity the Tuck.
With the return of the rainbow crosswalk and a major lineup of performances and events, Palace is positioned to be one of the defining destinations of Miami Beach Pride 2026. The venue continues to bring together nightlife, performance, and LGBTQ+ culture in a way that feels both celebratory and deeply rooted in Miami Beach’s history.
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