Best New Year's Eve events and parties in Miami to kick off 2024

Year after year, Fontainebleau makes waves for its epic New Year’s Eve parties—and 2024 proves to be no different. Cardi B and award-winning producer DJ Gryffin are headlining, ringing in 2024 with a virtual ball drop and countdown as the champagne flows. Premium tickets start at $200 and include a premium open bar, while VIP packages start at $5,000 (but can go all the way up to $35K!). The resort is also offering a Family Experience for $349pp that includes a buffet dinner from 8 to 11pm and premium open bar for adults. 

Staying local for New Year’s but want to feel like you’re in a magical land far, far away?  Close out your year with a Marrakech-themed soiree at the Setai’s famed restaurant, Jaya. Get ready to indulge in the ultimate dinner party featuring a five-course culinary experience with international flavors, live entertainment, flowing Cristal and more. 7pm–1am

Rap enthusiasts and night owls: This one’s for you. Make your way to E11EVEN for none other than Cardi B and Offset to ring in the new year. Dance, drink and party your way into the wee hours—because who needs sleep when Cardi’s in the building? Table reservations here.

Who needs one night of parties when you can have four!? Dreamland is Miami’s ultimate LGBTQ+ New Year’s Eve festival. From December 28 through January 1, you can dance the day and night away from South Beach to Wynwood to the likes of Purple Disco Machine, Anabel Englund and KC Lights, with a special DJ set by Trixie. The 5-party weekend pass will feature euphoric, house and electro-pop sets across town. Various dates, locations and prices.

Not every NYE has to hammer in the untz, untz, untz. Groove into 2024 at the Miami Beach Bandshell with Magic City Hippies, returning to the oceanfront stage for their second annual New Year’s Eve celebration. Doors open at 8pm, at which point Miami’s hometown psyche-funk trio will take the stage along with some other local favorites. Tickets start at $37.50.

One of the most magical things to do after midnight in Miami is to watch all the fireworks pop off around town, and at W Miami, you get a panoramic view. Dance the night away under the stars at W Hotel’s NYELECTRIC 2024 , featuring a four-hour premium open bar, local DJs and plenty of VIP packages to ring in the new year like a true baller. Tickets start at $149.

For a classy, indulgent affair and views as far as the eye can see, check out The Biltmore this New Year’s Eve. Think over-the-top desserts, a premium open bar, DJ, dancing and a can’t-miss fireworks display—plus fun party favors. Tickets start at $250.

Energy high but bank funds low? Celebrate New Year’s Eve for free at Bayfront Park! Thousands of people of all ages descend upon the park every New Year’s Eve for live performances and fireworks on the bay. Of course, you could ring in 2024 the Miami way: with VIP tables. Otherwise, entry is free.

Because there’s nothing quite like a feel-good Italian dinner to coat your stomach before an evening of drinks, head to Fi’Lia at the SLS Brickell for its annual prix-fixe dinner. Following your meal,  mosey upstairs to the official rooftop celebration at Altitude Pool & Lounge, where you can count on great music, drinks and dancing.

Miami’s debatably most Instagrammable restaurant is giving us even more reason to get that content this New Year’s Eve. Embark on a visual journey in which a starry night meets the midnight sea. Dine, drink and dance under a starlit atmosphere, while sipping on ocean-inspired cocktails, bubbles and more. In true Sexy Fish fashion, you can count on a special guest DJ and enchanting entertainment throughout the evening. Tickets are available starting November 15.

If you’re looking to kiss 2023 goodbye with some of the best waterfront views in town, start your celebrations at the Mandarin Oriental on Brickell Key. You can opt to post up at MO Bar + Lounge and enjoy a Seafood Tower, some decadent desserts, and a bottle of Taittinger Champagne ($395 for two) or you can go for a full culinary experience at La Mar by Gastón Acurio. Dinner starts at $210 per person and includes premium seafood, a la carte options, a seemingly never-ending buffet, prosecco and more.

There’s no better way to manifest a prosperous year ahead than by partying your way into 2024 on a massive yacht—right? This New Year’s, you can board the SeaFair Miami, a 222-foot, $40 Million luxury mega yacht for the ultimate celebration. Enjoy a premium open bar, gourmet hors d’oeuvres, live entertainment, front-row views of fireworks and more. Tickets start at $349.

A fireworks show with bottle service on the sand? Nikki Beach has got your New Year’s Eve dreams on lock. Get ready to awaken your inner aura through mesmerizing performances by Nikki Beach’s dance troupe, a spellbinding show, live music and more. Choose your own adventure, including a seated dinner and various drink packages. General admission starts at $150 and VIP tables and beds start at $1,250.

If the idea of a 24-karat gold nightclub makes your ears perk up, keep listening. This NYE, Gulfstream Park is transforming its walking ring into just that—plus, you can enjoy a laser show, dance performances, music from Entourage and DJ Chris Cruz and more. Hungry? Choose from various pop-ups along with Gulfstream staples. Find more details here.

Swanky dinner to close out the year? MILA has you covered with a special four-course menu featuring some of their fan-favorite items and a premium sushi selection. Guests can then dance off their dinner to the tunes of eclectic Balearic beats with an unbeatable rooftop ambiance. Dinner is priced from $250 per person.