Miami Newsletter December 2024 Edition and Around Town Activities
Here is your Miami Newsletter December 2024 edition packed full of information and wonderful activities around Miami.
Hello,
Let’s wrap up the year in style as the real estate market takes a positive turn! Thanks to the Fed’s recent drop in national interest rates, this will pave the way for greater opportunities for both buyers and sellers as we head into the New Year!
Miami is ready to light up with vibrant celebrations. From spectacular concerts and dazzling performances to festive holiday events and unforgettable New Year’s celebrations, this month is packed with ways to end 2024 on a high note. Don’t miss out—scroll down to find the perfect events to make this December truly special!
And be sure to check out our inventory, featuring our newest listing at the fabulous Ritz-Carlton in Sunny Isles Beach.
Happy Holidays,
John
TEAM ACTIVITIES FOR NOVEMBER
EVENTS ACROSS MIAMI
Candlelight Concerts in Miami
The Candlelight Concert Series offers an intimate, enchanting live music experience illuminated by candlelight, featuring talented musicians performing classical, jazz, pop, and more in stunning venues.
Art Miami
Date: December 3rd – 8th
Location: One Herald Plaza (NE 14th ST & Biscayne Bay)
Art Miami is America’s contemporary and modern art fair featuring investment quality works by highly respected international contemporary and modern art galleries.
Art Basel
Date: December 6th – 8th
Main Location: 1901 Convention Center Dr | Miami Beach
And other venues throughout Miami
Enjoy 3 days of art from leading galleries around the world, displaying modern and contemporary pieces. Discover new and emerging stars.
Miccosukee Indian Arts & Crafts Festival
Date: December 26th – 29th
Time: 9 AM – 5 PM
Main Location: Miccosukee Indian Village | 500 US Hwy 41
This vibrant celebration showcases Native American culture through traditional music, dance, art, crafts, and cuisine in a unique and immersive experience.
Holiday Events
Historic Holiday Events at Deering Estate
Experience the charm of Deering Estates’ historic home with a range of events scheduled throughout the month of December.
A Very Merry Garden
Date: Throughout the Month of December
Time: 10 AM – 5 PM
Location: Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden | 10901 Old Cutler Rd
This month-long celebration offers festive activities for all ages.
Holiday Markets
Miami Christmas Market
Date: December 7th
Time: 11 AM – 7 PM
Location: German American Social Club
11919 SW 56th ST
Holiday Trunk Shows
Date: December 15th – 22nd
Time: 9 AM – 6 PM
Location: The Biltmore Hotel
1200 Anastasia Ave, Coral Gables
Winter Wonderland Christmas Market
Date: December 17th
Time: 6 – 9:30 PM
Location: Nikki Beach Miami Beach
One Ocean Drive
Miami Beach Holiday Festival of Lights
Date: December 13th – 15th and 20th – 22nd
Performance Times: 6 PM | 7:30 PM | 9 PM
Location: 1440 Ocean Dr, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Spectacular celebration by Miami Beach Classical Music Festival (MMF) and produced by Artistic Director Michael Rossi, this dazzling event combines live musical performances, festive characters, and mesmerizing projection mapping displays.
Holiday Parades
The Junior Orange Bowl Parade
Date: December 15th
Time: 5 PM
Location: Coral Gables Miracle Mile
Winterfest Boat Parade
Date: December 14th
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Boats traveling the New River to east of the Intracoastal Waterway in Fort Lauderdale and north to Lake Santa Barbara in Pompano Beach.
Recurring Festive Events
Night Garden
Date: Now – Jan. 7th
Time: 6 – 10;30 PM
Location: Fairchild Gardens
10901 Old Cutler Rd
Zoo Lights – Select Nights
Date: Now – Dec. 30th
Time: 6:30 – 10:30 PM
Location: Zoo Miami
12400 SW 152nd ST
Luminosa: Festival of Lights
Date: Now – March 8th
Location: Jungle Island
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail
Wonderland
Date: Now – Jan. 5th
Location: Tropical Park
7900 SW 40th ST
The World of Nutcracker
Date: Now – Jan. 3rd
Time: 5 – 10 PM
Location: Downtown Doral
5275 Paseo Blvd
Holiday Village
Date: Now – Jan. 5th
Time: 5:30 – 9:30 PM
Location: Jungle Island
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail
Nights of Light
Date: Dec. 6th – Jan. 4th
Time: 6 – 9 PM
Location: Pinecrest Gardens
11000 Old Cutler Rd
Winter Fest at Berry Farm
Date: Now – Jan. 5th
Location: 13720 SW 216th ST
Concerts and Performances
A Christmas Carol The Musical
Date: Now – December 22nd
Time: Saturdays at 2 PM
Location: Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theater | 280 Miracle Mile
George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker
Date: December 13th – 24th
Times: Vary
Location: Adrienne Arsht Center
1300 Biscayne Blvd
Nutcracker! Magical Christmas Ballet
Date: December 30th
Time: Doors Open 2 PM | Show Starts 3 PM
Location: The Fillmore Miami Beach at The Jackie Gleason Theater
1700 Washington Ave, Miami Beach
Holiday Concert with Fellows from New World Symphony
Date: December 6th
Time: 7 – 9 PM
Location: 660 Lincoln Rd, Miami Beach
Jukebox Saturday Night
Date: December 7th
Times: Starting 8 PM
Location: Pinecrest Gardens
11000 Red Road
A Seraphic Fire Christmas at St. Sophia
Date: December 7th
Time: Starting 7:30 PM
Location: St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church | 2401 SW 3rd Ave
Ready For Christmas
Date: December 13th
Times: Starting 8 PM
Location: Koubek Center
2705 SW 3rd St
A Seraphic Fire Christmas at Church of the Little Flower
Date: December 13th
Time: Starting 8 PM
Location: Church of the Little Flower
2711 Indian Mound Trail, Coral Gables
Sounds of the Season
Date: December 21st
Times: Starting 7:30 PM
Location: New World Center
500 17th St
Andrea Bocelli in Concert for the Holidays
Date: December 22nd
Time: Starting 7:30 PM
Location: Kaseya Center
601 Biscayne Blvd
Salute to Vienna New Year’s Concert
Date: December 28th
Times: Starting 8 PM
Location: Adrienne Arsht Center
1300 Biscayne Blvd
New Year’s Eve Events
Celebration & Fireworks Show at Regatta Grove
Time: Starting 8 PM
Location: 3415 Pan American Dr
The Biltmore New Year’s Eve Dessert Soiree & Fireworks
Time: 10 PM – 1 AM
Location: 1200 Anastasia Ave, Coral Gables
New Year’s Eve Gala at the Ritz-Carlton Key Biscayne
Time: 8 PM
Location: 455 Grand Bay Dr
Fontainebleau New Year’s Eve: Calvin Harris
Time: 8 PM – 2 AM
Location: 4441 Collins Ave
New Year’s Eve Dinner Cruise
Time: Starting 8:30 PM
Location: Biscayne Lady Yacht Charters
401 Biscayne Lady Blvd Pier #1
New Year’s Eve Celebration on Miami Beach
Time: Starting 8 PM
Location: On the sand between 21st & 22nd St | 2100 Collins Ave
Coastal New Year’s Eve at Ocean Social
Time: Starting 5 PM
Location: Eden Roc Miami Beach & Nobu Hotel Miami Beach
4525 Collins Ave
New Year’s Eve Party at the Hilton Miami Airport
Time: 9 PM – 3 AM
Location: Hilton Miami Airport Blue Lagoon | 5101 Blue Lagoon Dr