Don’t want to ring in 2023 at home? Here’s where to celebrate New Year’s Eve in Miami
Got plans for New Year’s Eve? You’d better.
Here are a few ideas, whether you’re looking for fireworks, family-friendly fun or a big, champagne-filled night with special entertainment.
Bayfront Park
The City of Miami presents its annual and free extravaganza with food, entertainment and — of course — fireworks. The musical lineup includes Arturo Sandoval, Aymeé Nuviola, Willy Chirino and Amaury Gutiérrez, among others, with a special performance by Nomcebo.
6 p.m.- midnight (doors open at noon) Dec. 31; Bayfront Park, 301 Biscayne Blvd., Miami; free;
Noon Year’s Eve at Miami Children’s Museum
Get the kids involved in the NYE fun and join the Theater Troupe for an apple juice toast and MiChiMu counting down to the noon hour with a balloon drop and confetti cannons.
Doors open at 10 a.m. Dec. 31; address; $24; www.miamichildrensmuseum.org
New Year’s Eve at Wynwood Marketplace
Join this free event, which includes fireworks, sets by DJ and MC Mr Pauer and a ball-drop countdown with LED lighting. RSVP for a free drink. 21 and up only.
7 p.m.-3 a.m. Dec. 31-Jan. 1; 2250 NW Second Ave., Miami; free but VIP tables available; www.wynwood-marketplace.com/nye/
Captain’s Ball at The Wharf
Grab a captain’s hat and set sail for 2023 with live music, drinks, and food from Sake Room, Spris Artisan Pizza, Sweet River, La Santa Taqueria, and Knotty Burgers. 21 and older only.
6 p.m. Dec. 31- 3 a.m. Jan. 1; 114 SW North River Dr., Miami; free before 8 p.m. then tickets start at $35; $50 for anytime arrival; www.eventbrite.com
New Year’s Eve on Española Way
Want a family-friendly, outdoor spot to ring in the new year? Head to the free celebration on historic Española Way in Miami Beach and watch street performers interact with revelers as well as a countdown screen to see when 2023 begins. There’s a DJ, too. Reservations required for individual restaurants.
All day Dec. 31; Española Way between Washington and Drexel avenues; www.visitespanolaway.com
Amara at Paraiso
Many of Miami’s restaurants have special New Year’s Eve menus, but how many have their own fireworks? At Michael Schwartz’s waterfront spot, you’ll see the restaurant’s own fireworks display while enjoying a three- or four-course meal. Also: Veuve Champagne photo booth and champagne carts, a DJ and fire dance performances throughout the evening at 10:30 p.m., 11:30 p.m. and 12:30 a.m.
Three-course seating 6-7:30 p.m. ($150); four-course seating 9-10:30 p.m. ($300), with premium waterfront seating for $45; 3101 NE Seventh Ave., Miami; amaraatparaiso.com/
Golden Solstice New Year’s Eve at Nikki Beach
Enjoy a private oceanside fireworks show at midnight and a special performance by Nikki Beach’s dance troupe. Only 21 and over admitted.
7 p.m. Dec. 31-2 p.m. Jan. 1; 1 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach; general admission $150 (includes entry but no food or seats); VIP tables and beds start at $1,250; dinner packages at $1,650; www.nikkibeachmiamievents.com
Oceanic Masquerade at Sexy Fish
Brickell’s most over-the-top clubstaurant wants to make your underwater dreams come true without actually drowning you. You’ll be surrounded by masked (human) sea creatures and enjoy a hedonistic set from guest DJ Seth Troxler. There are omakase tasting menus with cocktail and bottle service.
Premium tasting menu available starting at 9 p.m. Dec. 31; 1001 South Miami Ave., Miami; $750 per person; sexyfishmiami.com
Party of the Future at Clevelander
South Beach’s wildest party spot transforms into a floating spaceship with entertainment, DJs and, of course, specialty cocktails. You can choose general admission on the first floor by the pool or access that space plus the sixth floor rooftop. No shorts, either — the Clevelander is keeping it classy with a strict dress code of cocktail attire.
8 p.m.-5 a.m. Dec. 31-Jan. 1; 1020 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach; $50 general admission; $150 rooftop open bar; eventbrite.com