MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. – As South Florida gears up to welcome 2025, locals and visitors alike are spoilt for choice with celebrations ranging from family-friendly events to glamorous parties.
Here are the top 10 ways to ring in the new year across the region:
10. Noon Year’s Eve at Miami Children’s Museum
Perfect for kids, this daytime celebration features a massive balloon drop and a sparkling apple juice toast, ensuring little ones enjoy the excitement without staying up past bedtime.
9. Bayfront Park’s Miami NYE 2025
This free event in Downtown Miami offers live performances, fireworks, and VIP options for an upgraded experience.
8. Soup and Champagne All-White Affair
Celebrate Haitian culture and unity at this annual event on New Year’s Day with live entertainment and soup joumou, symbolizing independence and pride.
7. Yamashiro Takeover at Gale Miami
Experience luxury dining with a bottle of champagne per couple, a poolside bar, and immersive vibes on the hotel’s ninth-floor terrace.
6. Starry Starry Night at Joia Beach
Celebrate with waterfront views, celestial-inspired décor, and a prix-fixe dinner at this beachside retreat.
5. Queen Miami Beach’s Golden Majesty Ball
Step into a world of opulence with live performances, dancers, musicians, and gourmet cuisine at this glamorous event.
4. Miramar’s New Year’s Eve Celebration
This free, family-friendly night at Miramar Regional Park Amphitheater features reggae legends Inner Circle, food trucks, and contests with cash prizes.
3. KISSAKI’s Culinary Countdown
Indulge in Japanese cuisine with a five-course menu or an exclusive 17-20 course omakase. After 9 p.m., enjoy live DJs, dancers, and an open bar.
2. Fort Lauderdale Orange Bowl Downtown Countdown
This free street festival offers bounce houses, games, a kids’ countdown, live music, and the iconic lighted anchor drop at midnight.
Headlined by DJ Calvin Harris, this oceanfront bash features electrifying beats, a virtual ball drop, and an open bar, promising an unforgettable New Year’s Eve experience.
No matter your style, South Florida has a celebration waiting for you to make this New Year’s Eve unforgettable.