Best Miami Christmas Events and Activities 2024
Miami is brimming with festive holiday events that blend seasonal charm with its vibrant culture. Here’s a curated guide to the most anticipated holiday activities in the city for 2024.
Night at the Garden
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden transforms into a magical wonderland with stunning illuminations, interactive displays, and live performances. Visitors can explore illuminated trails, encounter talking trees, and enjoy vibrant light installations.
- Location: Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Rd, Coral Gables, FL 33156
- Dates: November 15, 2024 – January 12, 2025
- Admission: Tickets start at $30. Get tickets here.
Christmas Wonderland at Tropical Park
This festive extravaganza features holiday displays, light shows, carnival rides, and live entertainment. New this year is Santa's Sky Shot show, where Santa performs a thrilling human cannonball act.
- Location: Tropical Park, 7900 SW 40th St, Miami, FL 33155
- Dates: November 14, 2024 – January 5, 2025
- Admission: Tickets start at $40. Get tickets here.
Andrea Bocelli Holiday Tour
Renowned tenor Andrea Bocelli brings his holiday tour to Miami, performing holiday classics and selections from his albums A Family Christmas and Believe.
- Location: Kaseya Center, 601 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132
- Date: December 22, 2024
- Admission: Tickets start at $75. Purchase tickets here.
Miami Beach Festival of Lights
This festival illuminates Ocean Drive with dazzling light displays, live musical performances, and festive characters. Performances at The Betsy Hotel and other locations enhance the holiday spirit.
- Location: Ocean Drive, Miami Beach, FL
- Dates: December 13–22, 2024
- Admission: Free entry; activity fees vary. Learn more here.
Zoo Lights Miami
Zoo Miami sparkles with millions of LED lights and life-sized animal lanterns. Visitors can enjoy holiday crafts, light displays, and photos with Santa.
- Location: Zoo Miami, 12400 SW 152nd St, Miami, FL 33177
- Dates: November 29 – December 30, 2024 (select nights)
- Admission: $15 per person. Learn more here.
Bayfront Holiday Village
Bayfront Park becomes a holiday wonderland with a 50-foot Christmas tree, live performances, movies under the stars, and seasonal treats.
- Location: Bayfront Park, 301 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132
- Dates: November 24 – December 25, 2024
- Admission: Free entry; activity fees vary. Learn more here.
Santa’s Enchanted Forest
As the world’s largest holiday theme park, Santa’s Enchanted Forest offers carnival rides, games, live shows, and holiday-themed food vendors.
- Location: Tropical Park, 7900 SW 40th St, Miami, FL 33155
- Dates: November 9, 2024 – January 7, 2025
- Admission: Tickets start at $40. Get tickets here.
Holiday Evening Strolls at Vizcaya Museum and Gardens
The historic Vizcaya estate dazzles with holiday decorations, live music, and light displays. Evening strolls offer a serene holiday outing for couples and families.
- Location: Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, 3251 S Miami Ave, Miami, FL 33129
- Dates: December 8, 15, and 22, 2024
- Admission: Tickets start at $20. Reserve here.
Miami City Ballet’s The Nutcracker
Miami City Ballet presents The Nutcracker, featuring stunning choreography and Tchaikovsky’s timeless score.
- Location: Adrienne Arsht Center, 1300 Biscayne Blvd, Miami, FL 33132
- Dates: December 13–24, 2024
- Admission: Tickets start at $30. Book tickets here.
These events offer something for everyone, whether you’re looking for family-friendly outings or festive nightlife.
Disclosure: This list is intended as an informational resource and is based on independent research and publicly available information. It does not imply that these businesses are the absolute best in their category. Learn more here.
