Miami Holiday Guide — December 2025 & New Year’s Celebrations
- Dec 24, 2025
- 12 min read
Updated: Dec 30, 2025
Miami’s holiday season offers so much. That’s why we created this special guide—to help you make the most of it. Inside, you’ll find festive events, must-try places to eat, and plenty more, all curated especially for the holidays. Enjoy, and share it with friends and family.
Holiday Spirit & Santa / Light Shows
Miami embraces the season with warm-weather holiday magic, offering visits with Santa, immersive light installations, and festive displays set against tropical backdrops. These experiences blend classic holiday imagery with outdoor, evening-friendly attractions.
Address: CocoWalk Plaza, 3015 Grand Ave, Coconut Grove, FL
Instagram: CocoWalk Miami
Holiday Offering: Free, family-friendly holiday storytime in partnership with the Miami-Dade Public Library System.
Dates & Times:
December 16, 10–11 a.m.
December 20, 10–11 a.m.(Registration via Eventbrite)
Highlights: Interactive storytelling with Mrs. Claus; early-literacy activities; library card sign-ups; book donation drive supporting The Children’s Trust.
Experience / Atmosphere: Festive outdoor plaza event designed for families with young children, blending holiday magic with community giving.
Courtesy of CocoWalk
Where to Eat / Seasonal Dining & Treats
Restaurants across Miami offer holiday menus, festive brunches, and New Year’s Eve prix-fixe dinners. From casual seasonal treats to upscale celebrations, dining becomes a key part of the holiday experience.
Address: 4041 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33140
Instagram: Aguasal - By José Andrés Group.
Holiday Offerings: Christmas Day Brunch (12–4 p.m.) and Dinner (6–11 p.m).
Price Range: Brunch from $120+ per adult ($160+ with unlimited sparkling/rosé); $55+ for children. Dinner à la carte.
Menu Highlights: Seafood bar (oysters, shrimp, caviar), prime rib, salt-crusted salmon, Bûche de Noël; dinner specials include foie gras terrine, Wagyu Beef Wellington, and panettone bread pudding.
Experience / Atmosphere: Elegant oceanfront dining with Mediterranean-meets-Miami coastal flair.
Courtesy of Andaz Miami Beach
Address: Multiple Miami locations
Holiday Offering: Open all day on Christmas Day.
Menu Highlights: 16 signature USDA Prime meats; 100% Wagyu Gold Edition (Grade 8–9); Japanese A5 Wagyu; customizable Wu Palas; Side Sampler. All meats cooked over wood and charcoal.
Experience / Atmosphere: Warm, lively steakhouse with a rustic-luxury feel. Ideal for family gatherings and group celebrations centered around premium open-fire grilling.
Courtesy of El Toro Loco Steakhouse
Address: 7100 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33138
Instagram: Phuc Yea.
Holiday Offering:Open on Christmas Day during regular hours.
Menu Highlights:Smoked bone-in short rib; Chef Cesar Zapata’s biscuits; limited-edition coquito; craft cocktails.
Experience / Atmosphere:High-energy, modern Vietnamese dining with a festive edge. Includes Mi Chini, a cozy downstairs speakeasy bar ideal for a holiday nightcap.
Courtesy of Phuc Yea
Address: 1677 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Instagram: Mareva1939
Holiday Offering: Christmas Day breakfast and brunch (served daily, 7–11 a.m.).
Menu Highlights: Freshly baked pastries; pancakes; seasonal fruit bowls; oatmeal; eggs and omelettes; avocado toast; smoked salmon platter; Bloody Marys; mimosas; Chismosa (passion fruit mimosa).
Experience / Atmosphere: Relaxed holiday breakfast in a restored Art Deco space, with indoor seating or outdoor dining overlooking The National Hotel’s iconic infinity pool.
Courtesy of The National Hotel
Address: Multiple locations across South Florida
Instagram: Crema Gourmet
Holiday Offering: Open on Christmas Day with all-day brunch service.
Menu Highlights: Chocolate chip pancakes; avocado toast; salmon omelette; tuna poke bowl; tomato basil penne; Illy coffee; fresh juices; smoothies.
Experience / Atmosphere: Casual, welcoming café ideal for a relaxed, no-stress Christmas morning or midday brunch.
Courtesy of Crema Gourmet
Address: 115 SW 8th St, 22nd Floor, Miami, FL 33130Phone: (786) 745-7486
Holiday Offering: New Year’s Eve special dinner and NYE Party (December 31, 8 p.m.–2 a.m.).
Price Range: NYE Party tickets $125 per person; dinner items priced individually.
Menu Highlights: Flat Iron Steak with chorizo and crab rice, bone marrow–glazed green beans, gochujang-mango sauce; Ora King salmon with dashi-yucca purée and chile-ponzu; feature cocktails; champagne selections including Dom Pérignon and Moët & Chandon.
Experience / Atmosphere: High-energy rooftop celebration with skyline views, festive cocktails, and late-night dining.
Courtesy of Rosa Sky Rooftop
Address: 1 Lincoln Rd, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Instagram: Zaytinya
Holiday Offerings:
Christmas Menu: Available December 24–25
New Year’s Eve Dinner: Six-course prix fixe celebration
Menu Highlights:
Christmas: Florida stone crab with tzatziki; winter squash hummus with za’atar; bone-in ribeye for two; Greek Christmas cookies.
New Year’s Eve: Bone Marrow Kibbeh; Za’atar-spiced salmon; Mini Islak Kek; welcome cocktail and midnight Cava toast (vegetarian options available).
Experience / Atmosphere: Elegant Mediterranean dining by José Andrés, blending festive traditions with bold flavors from Greece, Turkey, and Lebanon.
Additional Holiday Experiences (on property): Letters to Santa (Nov 28–Dec 25); Hot Chocolate Station (Dec 19–25); Holiday Cookie Decorating (Dec 23); Champagne Toast & Sweet Treats (Dec 31); New Year Bliss Yoga (Jan 1).
Courtesy of Zaytinya
Address: 151 NE 41st St, Suite 135, Miami, FL 33137
Instagram: Le Jardinier
Holiday Offerings:
Christmas Eve Dinner: Four-course prix-fixe (5:30–10 p.m.)
New Year’s Eve Dinner: Five-course prix-fixe with live DJ (6–10:30 p.m.; DJ from 7 p.m.–midnight)
Price Range:
Christmas Eve: $165 per person; optional five-course wine pairing $135
New Year’s Eve: $175 per person; optional six-course wine pairing $165
Menu Highlights:
Christmas Eve: Chestnut velouté; seared diver scallops; braised beef short rib; The Ornament dessert.
New Year’s Eve: New Year’s Eve: Tuna crudo (optional Kaluga caviar +$40); conchiglie pasta with mushroom ragù (optional truffle +$30); salmon confit; crispy skin duck breast; chocolate cocoa pod dessert.
Experience / Atmosphere: Michelin-starred, design-forward dining in the Miami Design District, offering polished and celebratory holiday experiences with elevated tasting menus.
Courtesy of Le Jardinier
Address: 151 NE 41st St, Miami, FL 33137
Instagram: L’Atelier de Joël Robuchon
Holiday Offerings:
Christmas Eve Dinner: Five-course prix-fixe (5:30–10 p.m.)
New Year’s Eve Dinner: Five-course tasting menu (6–10:30 p.m.)
Price Range:
Christmas Eve: $305 per person; optional wine pairing $135
New Year’s Eve: $325 per person; optional wine pairing $350
Menu Highlights:
Christmas Eve: Foie Gras Royale; Norwegian King Crab with caviar; truffle soufflé; olive oil–poached halibut; venison saddle or Japanese A5 Wagyu (+$75); spiced white chocolate Ornament dessert.
New Year’s Eve: Foie Gras Royale; King Crab with caviar; foie gras with braised cherries; halibut with champagne emulsion (caviar +$40); bison en croûte; chocolate cocoa bean with coffee and caramel.
Experience / Atmosphere:An ultra-luxury, two-Michelin-starred holiday celebration offering meticulous French technique, elevated tasting menus, and an intimate chef-driven dining experience.
Courtesy L'Atelier de Joël Robuchon
Address: 49 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Instagram: CARBONE Miami
Holiday Offering:
Christmas Day: Four-course prix-fixe (4–10 p.m.)
New Year’s Eve: Four-course prix-fixe with two seatings. First seating: 5:45–7:45 p.m. Second seating: 8:30–10:45 p.m.
Price Range:
Christmas Day: $295 per person
New Year’s Eve: $295 (first seating) | $395 (second seating)
Menu Highlights: Caesar alla ZZ; Spicy Rigatoni Vodka; Prime Rib; Shrimp Fra Diavolo; Veal Parmesan; Dover Sole; Panettone Anglaise; Rice Pudding; Chocolate Hazelnut Terrine; Lemon Cheesecake.
Experience / Atmosphere: High-energy, old-school Italian glamour with iconic dishes and a festive, see-and-be-seen holiday setting.
Courtesy of CARBONE Miami
Address: 2911 Grand Avenue, Coconut Grove, FL 33133
Instagram: CARBONE VINO
Holiday Offerings:
Christmas Day: Lunch (11:30 a.m.–2 p.m.) and Dinner (5–9 p.m.)
New Year’s Eve: Prix-fixe dinner with two seatings. First seating: 6–7:30 p.m. Second seating: 8:30–10:30 p.m.
Price Range:
Christmas Day: À la carte; Prime Rib for two at $95
New Year’s Eve: $185 per person (first seating, four courses) | $225 per person (second seating, five courses)
Menu Highlights: Prime rib for two; Caesar alla ZZ; Spicy Rigatoni Vodka; Jumbo Shrimp Fra Diavolo; Veal Parmigiana; Caviar Stracciatella Toast; Tortellini Tartufo Nero; Filet con Salsa Funghi; desserts including Guava Cheesecake, Mocha Tiramisu, and Uncotto Cookies.
Experience / Atmosphere: Refined yet relaxed Italian dining in Coconut Grove, blending CARBONE classics with a celebratory neighborhood feel for the holidays.
Courtesy of CARBONE VINO
Address: 159 NE 6th St, 9th Floor, Miami, FL 33132
Instagram: Yamashiro Miami
Phone: (786) 412-2791
Holiday Offering: New Year’s Eve four-course dinner experience with two seatings and live DJ entertainment.
Price Range: $150 per person (first seating, 5:00–6:30 p.m. arrival) | $350 per person (second seating, 9:00–9:45 p.m. arrival). Each reservation includes one bottle of Perrier-Jouët Champagne per two guests.
Menu Highlights: Truffle edamame; cucumber salad; tuna crispy; chawanmushi; Yamashiro Roll; Golden King Roll; toro tartar; sashimi selections; black cod; wagyu vacio; seabass; Three Kings Platter; dessert.
Experience / Atmosphere: High-energy New Year’s Eve celebration with panoramic city views, live DJ, elevated Japanese-inspired cuisine, and premium beverage enhancements including caviar upgrades and specialty cocktail carts.
Courtesy of The Louis Collection
Address: 3331 N Federal Hwy, Unit B, Oakland Park, FL 33306
Instagram: Bondi Sushi
Phone: (954) 642-8740
Holiday Offering: New Year’s Eve pre-set dinner menu for two.
Price Range: $250 per couple; includes a welcome glass of Veuve Clicquot Champagne.
Menu Highlights: Seven-course experience featuring a choice of taco set or crispy rice; sashimi selection; small plate; robata dish; premium nigiri flight; hot entrée; dessert.
Experience / Atmosphere: Vibrant, celebratory setting in a newly opened location, offering fresh sushi and an upbeat atmosphere for a festive first New Year’s Eve celebration.
Courtesy of Bondi Sushi Oakland Park
Address: 551 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Instagram: Vitolo
Phone: (954) 414-5127
Holiday Offering: New Year’s Eve dinner featuring the regular à la carte menu with festive holiday specials.
Menu Highlights: Shrimp cocktail; oysters Rockefeller; tortellini in brodo; classic Italian dishes inspired by Chef Anthony Vitolo’s New York roots.
Experience / Atmosphere: Warm, old-school Italian dining inside the Conrad Fort Lauderdale Beach, combining timeless flavors, family hospitality, and a celebratory setting to ring in 2026.
Courtesy of The Louis Collection
Address: 551 N Fort Lauderdale Beach Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304
Instagram: Takato
Phone: (954) 414-5160
Holiday Offering: Black-Tie Masquerade New Year’s Eve celebration (8 p.m.–1 a.m.).
Price Range: $300 per person (food and beverage included).
Highlights: Live food stations; Bluefin tuna carving station; DJ entertainment; raffle prizes; photo booth; cigar lounge; midnight champagne toast; fireworks.
Experience / Atmosphere: Sophisticated oceanfront NYE experience blending Japanese and Korean flavors with high-energy entertainment and an elegant masquerade setting.
Courtesy of Takato
Addresses:
Daniel’s Miami: 1500 San Ignacio Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33146
Daniel’s, A Florida Steakhouse: 620 S Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Instagram: Daniel's Miami
Holiday Offering: New Year’s Eve multi-course prix-fixe dinner with two exclusive seatings at both locations.
Price Range:
First Seating (4–7 p.m.): $175 per person
Second Seating (from 8 p.m.): $265 per person. Includes a complimentary champagne toast at midnight.
Menu Highlights: Focaccia croissant with Florida citrus cultured butter; optional luxury add-ons including caviar selections; Prime filet mignon; Florida Keys red snapper; heirloom apple Waldorf salad; Florida blue crab cake; Wagyu filet mignon Rossini; pan-seared stuffed Dover sole; festive desserts.
Experience / Atmosphere: Refined New Year’s Eve steakhouse celebration showcasing Florida-forward luxury, polished service, and an elegant setting to ring in 2026.
Courtesy of The Louis Collection
Address: 29 NE 11th St, Miami, FL 33132
Instagram: E11EVEN
Holiday Offering: New Year’s Eve celebration featuring a live countdown and midnight performance by 50 Cent.
Event Details: Doors open at 8 p.m.; open bar from 9–11 p.m. Music by special guest DJ IRIE and resident DJ Zeus.
Experience / Atmosphere: High-energy nightlife experience combining live performance, DJs, and a center-stage countdown for an unforgettable New Year’s Eve in Miami.
Courtesy of Adinayev
Address: 699 NE 1st Avenue, 2nd Floor, Miami, FL 33132
Instagram: Maple & Ash Miami
Holiday Offering: New Year’s Eve prix-fixe dinner.
Price Range: $250 per person; includes welcome bubbles and a midnight Champagne toast.
Menu Highlights: Blacked Out Oysters; Wagyu beef tartare; Classic M&A Wedge; Wagyu carpaccio with king crab and truffle; wood-fired Spanish octopus; entrées such as filet mignon, Chicago ribeye, Galician turbot with caviar Champagne beurre blanc, branzino, and ricotta agnolotti with winter truffle. Enhancements include caviar service, seafood towers, wagyu tomahawk, and Dover sole.
Experience / Atmosphere: High-luxury steakhouse celebration with indulgent dishes, party favors, and a festive midnight countdown.
Courtesy of WorldRedEye
Address: 699 NE 1st Ave, Miami, FL 33132
Instagram: Eight Bar
Holiday Offering: New Year’s Eve dining with the full regular menu available (no prix-fixe).
Menu Highlights: Raw bar selections; signature dishes; handcrafted cocktails.
Experience / Atmosphere: Lively yet relaxed bistro setting with Miami flair, ideal for a casual New Year’s Eve centered on great food and drinks.
Courtesy of Eight Bar
Address: 652 NE 2nd Ave, 2nd Floor, Miami, FL
Instagram: Maple & Ash
Holiday Offering: Silks & Furs New Year’s Eve party (December 31, 8 p.m.–2 a.m.).
Price Range: Ticketed event (pricing varies).
Highlights: Live entertainment; DJ sets; welcome cocktail; midnight Champagne toast; luxe pajama and fur–themed celebration.
Experience / Atmosphere: Glamorous, high-energy NYE party set in The Studio’s signature late-night lounge atmosphere, designed for a stylish and indulgent start to 2026.
Courtesy of Felipe Cuevas
Address: 2001 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Instagram: Japón at The Setai
Holiday Offering: Midnight in Marrakesh New Year’s Eve dining experience.
Price Range: $545 per adult | $325 per child.
Menu Highlights: Five-course tasting menu by Executive Chef Vijay Veena; welcome cocktail; curated sommelier wine pairing; Louis Roederer Cristal champagne toast at midnight.
Experience / Atmosphere: Immersive, Moroccan-inspired New Year’s Eve with live belly dancers, aerial performances, and dancing under the stars in The Setai’s floating courtyard.
Courtesy of Kris Tamburello
Address: 2001 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Instagram: Ocean Grill
Holiday Offering: New Year’s Eve Under the Stars al fresco dinner experience.
Price Range: $350 per adult | $150 per child.
Menu Highlights: Four-course tasting menu by Executive Chef Vijay Veena; welcome cocktail; midnight toast with Louis Roederer ‘Collection 243’ Champagne.
Experience / Atmosphere: Romantic outdoor New Year’s Eve celebration with ocean breezes, live singer entertainment, and an elegant candlelit setting under the stars.
Courtesy of Ocean Grill
Address: 1575 Alton Rd, Unit 2, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Instagram: MIMI Chinese
Holiday Offering: New Year’s Eve four-course prix-fixe dinner with three seatings.
Price Range: $125 per person (5–7 p.m.) | $150 per person (7–9 p.m.) | $250 per person (9–11 p.m., includes welcome champagne).
Menu Highlights: Caviar jiandui; crossed-arm chicken dumplings; stuffed chicken wings; charcoal lamb skewers; scallion oil noodles with black truffle; Iberico char siu secreto; crab fried rice; black pepper steak (F1 Wagyu upgrade +$45); turnip cake XO; Bingfen dessert.
Experience / Atmosphere: Modern Chinese dining with bold, playful flavors and a lively New Year’s Eve energy, offering multiple seatings to suit different celebration styles.
Courtesy of Daniel Neuhaus
Address: 1346 S Miami Ave, Miami, FL 33130, USA
Instagram: RosaNegra
Holiday Offering: New Year’s Eve four-course prix-fixe dinner with two seatings, plus live entertainment and a midnight champagne toast.
Price Range: $195 per person (5–7 p.m.)$350 per person (9 p.m.–2 a.m.)VIP table options starting at $500.
Menu Highlights: Beef carpaccio; tuna belly with smoked Wagyu jus and Osetra caviar; burrata with homemade mole; tiger prawn; meatballs in mezcal tomato sauce; rib eye 14 oz; short ribs orzo pasta; Josper branzino; mushroom risotto; cheesecake with banana and salted caramel; Magna Cake with brownie, cookie crumble, and salted dulce de leche ice cream.
Experience / Atmosphere: High-energy Latin American dining with immersive entertainment, live performances, and a nightclub-style transition into 2026, making RosaNegra one of Brickell’s most vibrant New Year’s Eve destinations.
Courtesy of RosaNegra
Address: 200 South Pointe Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Instagram: CATCH
Phone: (305) 985-0006
Holiday Offering: New Year’s Eve four-course prix-fixe dinner available exclusively on December 31.
Price Range: $175 per person (first seating)$300 per person (second seating)
Menu Highlights: Blue Crab Temari amuse bouche; Truffle Sashimi; Wagyu Gyoza; Crispy Shrimp; Surf & Turf Roll; Spicy Gigli; Prime NY Strip; Miso Seabass; HIT ME Chocolate Cake.
Experience / Atmosphere: Globally influenced seafood paired with CATCH’s signature high-energy South of Fifth ambiance, delivering a polished yet lively New Year’s Eve dining celebration.
Courtesy of Catch Restaurants
Address: 1111 SW 1st Ave, Miami, FL 33130
Instagram: Marion Miami
Phone: (786) 717-7512
Holiday Offering: The Show Must Go On: New Year’s Eve — a one-night-only immersive celebration blending high-energy dining, nightlife, and theatrical spectacle.
Price Range / Seatings: $155 per person — First seating (7:00–8:30 PM), dinner-forward experience$195 per person — Second seating (from 9:00 PM), full late-night spectacle and countdown
Menu Highlights: Five-course prix-fixe menu featuring Dressed Oysters, sushi and nigiri selections, Wagyu Sirloin, and Whole Lobster.
Experience / Atmosphere: A Vegas-inspired takeover with burlesque-style acts, showgirl performances, dramatic production moments, and immersive entertainment, transforming Marion into a glamorous, high-impact New Year’s Eve destination in the heart of Brickell.
Reservations: Required; available via OpenTable.
Courtesy of Mr. Hospitality Miami
Address: 550 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Instagram: Queen Miami Beach
Phone: (786) 373-2930
Holiday Offering: The Golden Majesty Ball — an opulent New Year’s Eve celebration blending refined dining with continuous, show-stopping entertainment.
Price Range / Seatings: $195 per person — First seating (6:00–7:30 PM), immersive early-evening dining$295 per person — Second seating (from 9:00 PM), heightened late-night celebration and countdown
Menu Highlights: Exclusive five-course prix-fixe menu featuring Caviar Crispy Rice, Beef Tataki, Chef’s Selection of Seasonal Nigiri, Sashimi and Maki, and F1 Wagyu Princess Striploin.
Experience / Atmosphere: An evening of elevated splendor with hourly performances by musicians, dancers, and entertainers, delivering nonstop spectacle and grandeur leading up to midnight in one of Miami Beach’s most iconic dining rooms.
Reservations: Required; available via OpenTable.
Courtesy of Mr. Hospitality Miami
Address: 1111 SW 1st Ave, Miami, FL 33130
Instagram: Lafayette Steakhouse
Phone: (305) 535-0065
Holiday Offering:Midnight Vinyl Grooves New Year’s Eve — a nostalgic yet refined New Year’s Eve celebration featuring a decadent four-course prix-fixe dinner paired with warm vinyl sounds by Patafunk.
Price Range / Seatings: $155 per person — First seating (6:00–8:30 PM)$155 per person — Second seating (from 9:00 PM, late night)
Menu Highlights: Amuse-bouche of Black Truffle & Parmesan Arancini and Crispy Rice with Caviar, followed by first-course options such as Dressed Oysters, Bigeye Tuna Tartare, Local Burrata, and Green Bean Salad. Entrées include Wagyu Sirloin or Whole Lobster with luxe sides like White Truffle Mashed Potatoes, Five-Spice Heirloom Carrots, and Wild Mushroom Creamy Risotto. Desserts range from Truffle & Pear Tart and Pistachio Financier to Chocolate Cookies with Hazelnut and Exotic Pavlova.
Experience / Atmosphere: A soulful, vinyl-driven New Year’s Eve with elegant comfort food, refined flavors, and a cozy, nostalgic soundtrack guiding guests into midnight.
Reservations: Required; available via OpenTable.
