7 December 18-24, 2025 miaminewtimes.com | browardpalmbeach.com NEW TIMES | CONTENTS | LETTERS | NEWS | NIGHT+DAY | CULTURE | CAFE | MUSIC | MONTH XX–MONTH XX, 2008 miaminewtimes.com MIAMI NEW TIMES | CONTENTS | LETTERS | RIPTIDE | METRO | NIGHT+DAY | STAGE | ART | FILM | CAFE | MUSIC | AMARA AT PARAISO. Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Amara at Paraiso and enjoy a festive à la carte menu set against a stunning waterfront backdrop. Reservations before 9 p.m. have a two-hour time limit. Guests can guarantee outdoor seating by reserving a waterfront table, which requires a $100 deposit that is not applied toward the $500 food and beverage minimum. Waterfront tables carry a dedicated food and beverage minimum and have no set menu. Tickets to the rooftop champagne lounge cost $75 per person and will have a live DJ from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. 6 p.m., $75-$600. 3101 NE Seventh Ave., Miami, 305-702-5528, amaraatparaiso.com AMAZONICA. Celebrate at Amazónico with a dining experience, live musical performances, and a festive ambiance that carries you into 2026. Choose between the early evening experience from 6 to 7 p.m., the restaurant New Year’s Experience beginning at 9 p.m., or guests can celebrate upstairs with the lounge countdown experience. 6 p.m., $185-$237. 5030 NE Second Ave., Miami, 305- 336-6198, amazonicaofficial.com AMERICAN SOCIAL.Electric Revival at American Social Las Olas: American Social Las Olas blends 70s glamour with contemporary nightlife vibes for its New Year’s Eve celebrations. A free rsvp incudes a complimentary Jello champagne toast, and there are VIP and bottle service packages available. 8 p.m., Free. 721 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-764-7005, americansocialbar.com ARCANO MIAMI. On New Year’s Eve, Arcano will host an early à la carte dinner from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., featuring Spanish-forward dishes such as gambas al ajillo, Spanish croquetas, and pulpo al carbón. For those looking to spend the entire evening at the Coral Gables restaurant, the second seating, starting at 9 p.m., is the ideal choice. Arcano’s NYE Grand Cena is a prepaid, four-course dining experience designed exclusively for the occasion, with dishes such as Spanish turbot, warm salpicón del mar with scarlet prawn, and slow-braised jarrete de cordero. A cocktail pairing experience is available for an additional $45. 6 p.m., $135. 259 Giralda Ave., Coral Gables, 305-530-8332, arcanomiami.com ARLO WYNWOOD.Dreamland at The Arlo: Ring in the New Year at Dreamland, a premium LGBTQ+ festival spanning four days and five parties across Miami. The New Year’s Eve main event will take place at Midline at the Arlo, beginning at 9 p.m. 9 p.m., $70-$124.99. 2217 NW Miami Ct., Miami, 786-522-6600, arlohotels.com/wynwood AZABU.NYE at The Den: The Den, an eighteen counter omakase sushi restaurant inside Azabu at the Marriott Stanton South Beach, will host a very special curated chef’s tasting menu featuring twenty- two courses of premium seasonal selections costing $350 per person, including a glass of champagne. 7 p.m., $325. 161 Ocean Dr., Miami Beach, 786-276-0520, azabuglobal.com/miami-beach B OCEAN FORT LAUDERDALE. Caribbean Carnival New Year’s Eve Celebration: Get ready to ring in 2026 at the B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale, located right on the beach. Starting at 8 p.m., festivities will include a live band, a DJ spinning everything from smooth island grooves to dance floor anthems, a premium open bar, Caribbean-inspired bites all evening, carnival dancers, and a mid- night champagne toast. 8 p.m., $248.90-$276.32. 1140 Seabreeze Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-564-1000, bhotelsandresorts.com BACKYARD. NYE at Backyard: Ring in 2026 at the open-air venue Backyard. Tickets include an open bar from 9 p.m. to midnight, a live DJ, a balloon drop, and a complimentary champagne toast. VIP package upgrades are also available. 9 p.m., $43.76 - $709.78. 100 SW Third Ave., Fort Lauderdale, 954-449-1025, backyardftl.com BAIA BEACH CLUB. Enjoy spectacular bayfront fireworks with din- ner on the deck at Baia. The restaurant offers two seatings, each including a complimentary glass of bubbles. The first seating runs from 7–9 p.m. for $200 per person, while the second seating, from 9 p.m. to midnight, starts at $230 per person. After dinner, stick around for a “Havana Nights” themed party on the pool deck, featuring tropical cocktails, lively beats, and festive décor inspired by the rhythms and colors of Cuba. 6 p.m., $200-$230. 1100 W. Ave., Miami Beach, 305-514-1949, baiabeachclubmiami.com BALL & CHAIN.New Year’s Eve Party: Quimbara!: Head to Ball and Chain for dancing and a live Celia Cruz tribute performance by Leslie Cartaya, alongside salsa sets, DJs, and a range of on-stage entertainment. Tropicana-style dancers, aerialists, and additional performers add to the lively atmosphere throughout the night. The event is free with RSVP, with optional VIP packages available for those seeking upgraded seating and amenities. 5 p.m., Free-$2,500. 1513 SW Eighth St., Miami, 305-643-7820, ballandchainmiami.com BAOSHI FOOD HALL AND BARI. Shinya NYE Cosplay Countdown: Celebrate the New Year at Baoshi Food Hall and Bar with a free Shinya NYE Cosplay Countdown event. Show off your favorite characters, dance the night away, and countdown to midnight with fellow enthusiasts. 8 p.m., Free. 8525 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, 786-898-8868 BAYFRONT PARK. NYE at Bayfront: Marshmello, Nicky Jam, Flo Rida, Gente de Zona, and Toño Rosario will take the stage for a free night of music and celebration at Bayfront Park. Joined by some of Miami’s top DJs, the event will be hosted by the legendary DJ MDOT and will culminate in a midnight fireworks display. While entry is free with first-come, first-served seating, VIP tickets are available and include a premium open bar, dedicated VIP entrance, priority viewing areas near the stage, access to VIP restrooms, and exclusive food offerings available for purchase. 5 p.m., Free-$139.37. 301 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, 305-358-7550, bayfrontparkmiami.com BELLINI. New Year’s Eve at Bellini: For a five-course prix fixe Ital- ian menu, celebrate New Year’s Eve at Bellini at Mr. C’s Hotel. The evening offers seatings beginning at 5 p.m. and will take place across both the dining room and the hotel’s rooftop pool deck. The menu opens with a Pink Moon oyster amuse-bouche before mov- ing into appetizers such as scampi carpaccio or amberjack tartare with mint oil and caviar. Main courses range from herb-roasted Hawaiian tuna and sea bream with spinach purée to New York steak served with roasted baby carrots. Dessert options feature vanilla gelato, eggnog cheesecake, pavlova with mixed berries, and Mr. C’s signature chocolate cake. After dinner, the celebration continues on the rooftop, where a DJ plays from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. overlooking Coconut Grove. An $85 per-person deposit is applied toward the $260 prix fixe menu, and an elegant dress code is in effect for the evening. 5 p.m., $85+. 2988 McFarlane Rd., Miami, 305- 800-7672, mrccoconutgrove.com/dining BILTMORE HOTEL. New Year’s Eve at The Biltmore: Dress to impress and ring in the New Year at the iconic Biltmore Hotel. Guests may indulge in a decadent selection of desserts, and enjoy a premium open bar. As midnight approaches, toast with cham- pagne and watch the sky light up over the golf course in a stunning fireworks display. 10 p.m., $250. 1200 Anastasia Ave., Coral Gables, 305-445-8066, biltmorehotel.com BODEGA TAQUERIA Y TEQUILA SOUTH BEACH.Miami New Year’s Eve at Bodega: Ring in 2026 at Bodega’s lounge with a New Year’s Eve party featuring live DJ sets, specialty cocktails, and Bodega’s signature tacos. All tickets include a complimentary welcome shot upon arrival, but VIP tickets are available. 9 p.m., $173.23-$2,856.39. 1220 16th St., Miami Beach, 305-704-2145, bodegataqueria.com BOURBON STEAK BY MICHAEL MINA. NYE at Bourbon Steak by Michael Mina: Celebrate New Year’s Eve with dinner at Bourbon Steak by Michelin-starred Chef Michael Mina. The à la carte menu features a refined selection of seasonal dishes, including a 32- oz Porterhouse steak, miso-broiled sea bass, “Mina Reserve” Petrossian caviar, Faroe Island salmon, and more. Complete your meal with decadent desserts while enjoying live entertainment. The first seating, from 5 to 7 p.m., is $275 per adult and $90 per child, with a maximum table time of two hours. The second seat- ing, or any reservations after 8 p.m., includes a complimentary champagne toast for guests who stay until midnight, and costs $375 per person. 5 p.m., $275-$375. 19999 W. Country Club Dr., Aventura, 786-279-6600, bourbonsteakmia.com BULLA GASTROBAR.NYE at Bulla Gastrobar: Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Bulla with a four-course prix fixe dinner featuring Bulla favorites and a complimentary midnight toast. The set menu is $65 per person, and guests can also enjoy 25% off selected bottles of sparkling wine. 5 p.m., $65. 2500 Ponce de Leon Blvd., Coral Gables, 786-810-6215, bullagastrobar.com BÂOLI MIAMI. Bâoli Miami invites you to celebrate New Year’s Eve 2026. Enjoy a live DJ all night long, a prix-fixe sharing menu, and a complimentary welcome drink. The first seating is $125 per person, with a dining window that concludes before the countdown. The second seating, beginning at 9 p.m. both indoors and outdoors, is $270 per person and includes party favors, grapes for the countdown, and a midnight champagne toast. VIp packages are also available. 6 p.m., $125-$500. 1906 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-674-8822, baolimiami.com CAFE CATULA.Cafe Catula: Head to Cafe Catula for a New Year’s Eve celebration featuring a three-course meal, a midnight champagne toast, a dynamic night of live jazz, a vibrant Hora Loca show, and a live DJ. Tickets are $180, with a required deposit applied to the final bill on the day of the event. 7 p.m., $180. 7190 SW 87th Ave., #102, Miami, 305-720-2122 CAFE LA TROVA. New Year Cuban-style at Cafe La Trova: Enjoy a special New Year’s Eve dinner featuring Café La Trova’s signature contemporary Cuban cuisine and the rhythms of a live band. Tickets are still available for the first seating at 5:30 p.m., and include a family-style four-course menu with lechón and seafood stations, and welcome cocktails included. 5:30 pm, $45-$135. 971 SW Eighth St., Miami, 786-615-4379, cafelatrova.com CALAMILLOR. CalaMillor: Ring in the New Year at CalaMillor with live music and a refined tasting menu featuring premium Spanish flavors, including Ibérico ham, fresh oysters, seasonal seafood, handmade ravioli, and a choice of monkfish or filet mignon. Conclude the evening with chocolate ganache, artisan nougat, and a festive glass of cava. 7 p.m., $185. 4000 SW 57th Ave., Miami, 305-456-3938, calamillormiami.com CALLE DRAGONES.Calle Dragones: Calle Dragones offers multiple seating options for its New Year’s Eve experience. The premium tier, the Green Room, is $160 and offers the closest view of the live show. The Red Room, priced at $140, provides a semi-private ambiance while maintaining visibility of the stage. For those seeking an elevated experience, the open Balcony at $120 offers a panoramic view of the dining room and live jazz stage. All tickets include a dinner menu curated by the head chef, with one bottle of Prosecco or wine per four guests. Your ticket also grants access to the full evening experience, featuring live Cuban jazz. 6 p.m., $100 - $160. 1036 SW Eighth St., Miami, 786-722-8370, calledragones.com CALUSSO. NYE at Calusso: The first seating at Calusso features a five-course New Year’s Eve dinner that highlights seasonal ingre- dients and thoughtful composition—ideal for those who prefer an early toast before the clock strikes midnight. The second seating, beginning at 8 p.m., invites guests to linger over an eight-course experience paired with wine. 5 p.m., $250-$375. 2301 SE 17th St., Fort Lauderdale, (954) 525-6666, calussorestaurant.com CARBONE.NYE at Carbone Miami: Ribeye Diana and Spicy Rigatoni Vodka are just two of the house favorites featured on the popular Miami restaurant’s New Year’s menu. There will be two seatings, both indoor and outdoor, with a dining duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes—meaning guests at the first seating will not be cel- ebrating the countdown to midnight at the restaurant. 5:45 am, $380.55-$509.55. 49 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, carbonemiami.com CARILLON MIAMI WELLNESS RESORT. NYE at Tambourine Room by Tristan Brandt: Chef Tristan and Chef Logan will be offering an exclusive New Year’s Eve experience with a multi-course menu at 6:30 p.m. on December 31st for up to 12 diners. This specialized New Year’s Eve tasting menu will be offered for $265 per person with an optional wine paring for $130 or aholiday cocktail pairing for $90. Alternatively, celebrate the arrival of 2026 at Tambourine Lounge, featuring a premium open bar and passed canapés from 11:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Enjoy celebratory drinks leading up to Midnight, culminating in a complimentary champagne toast as the clock strikes twelve to ring in 2026. 11 p.m., $165. 6801 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 866-800-3858, carillonhotel.com CAROUSEL CLUB.NYE at Carousel Club: Enjoy festive installations at the Carousel Club this New Year’s Eve, as well as a dynamic lineup of DJs, show-stopping performers, festive cocktails, deli- cious bites, and a countdown experience that lights up the entire venue. General admission with an RSVP is free before 10 p.m. 8 p.m., Free-$800.61. 901 S. Federal Highway, Hallandale Beach, 954-228-3378, carouselclub.com CASA NEOS.NYE at CASA NEOS: Enjoy your last dinner of 2025 at the downtown Mediterranean restaurant, and choose between the first seating from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. or the second seating from 9:30 p.m. to 11:45 p.m., which will feature DJ Carlita. 6 p.m., $228-$1,668. 40 SW North River Dr., Miami, 305-800-6367, casa-neos.com CASA ZERU. NYE at Casa Zeru: The chefs at the modern Basque restaurant Casa Zeru have crafted an exclusive prix-fixe New Year’s Eve menu to welcome 2026. There are two seatings available at 6 p.m. and at 8:30 p.m. 6 p.m., $156.60-$270. 1395 Brickell Avenue, Miami, (786) 809-1395, casazeru.com/ CHAMPAGNE BAR AT THE SURF CLUB. New Year’s Eve Dinner at Lido: New Year’s Eve at Lido features a five-course tasting menu by Chef Marco Calenzo, showcasing a selection of crudos, pasta fatta in casa, a choice of entrée, and decadent desserts. Caviar, white truffle, and other delicacies are available as add-ons. The first seating, from 5:30 to 8 p.m., is priced at $395 per person. The second seating, beginning at 10 p.m., is $895 per person. Both include a welcome glass of champagne. 5:30 pm, $395-$895. 9011 Collins Ave., Surfside, 786-482- 2280, fourseasons.com/surfside/dining/ lounges/the-champagne-bar CHOP STEAKHOUSE AND BAR.Chop Steak- house and Bar: This New Year’s Eve, Chop is celebrating with a three-course dinner that is $100 per person. 6:45 pm, $100. 3015 Grand Ave., Suite 101, Coconut Grove, (305) 692-0762, chopsteakhouse.com CHURCHILL’S PUB. Two-Day NYE Fest at Churchills: The beloved, and newly reopened, dive bar will host a two-day fest featuring live music in collaboration with booker Adam Aritola. The kitchen and bar will be open late into the night with a champagne toast at midnight. 8 p.m., TBA. 5501 NE Second Ave., Miami, 305-757- 1807, churchillspub.com CLAUDIE. NYE at Claudie: Claudie, the Southern French restaurant in Brickell, will present a special prix-fixe menu in honor of New Year’s Eve. Guests can choose the early seating for an elegant pre-party dinner or the later seating for a lively countdown celebra- tion. 6 p.m., $210-$420. 1101 Brickell Ave., Miami, 305-990-1101, claudierestaurant.com CLEVELANDER SOUTH BEACH. Under The Sea New Year’s Eve Party: Dive into the New Year with an Under the Sea–themed celebration featuring ocean-inspired performers, shimmering visuals, and high-energy party vibes. 8 p.m., $30.52. 1020 Ocean Dr., Miami Beach, 305-532-4006, clevelander.com CLUB SPACE. 36 Hour NYE Party at SPACE: To ring in the new year, Club Space will host a 36 hour non-stop dance party on the Terrace. 10 p.m., $80-$120. 34 NE 11th St., Miami, 786-616-6742, clubspace.com CLUB VAULT. Rum Veranda at Club Vault: Enjoy dancehall, reg- gae, and afrobeat at Club Vault, with VIP and hookah packages available. 10 p.m., Free-$24. 2801 Greene St. Bay 4, Hollywood, (954) 546-1942 COLLINS PARK. Orchestra Miami at Collins Park: Orchestra Miami will host a free, family-friendly New Year’s Eve concert, featuring symphonic music, later joined by Grammy- and Latin Grammy- nominated Afro-Cuban funk band Palo!. The annual beachfront celebration is presented in partnership with the City of Miami Beach and will conclude with a fireworks display. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets or beach chairs, as fixed seating is not provided except for patrons with mobility needs or those who purchase VIP or Priority Seats. Picnics are welcome, although glass containers are not permitted. For an upgraded experience, VIP tickets include reserved seating, an open wine bar, and a champagne toast at midnight, while Priority Seats offer reserved seating with access to a cash bar. 8 p.m., Free-$140.37 . 2200 Collins Ave., Miami Beach, 305-673-7730 Adinayev Media Club Space
