The holidays have arrived! We know finding something to do this time of year can be overwhelming. Here are a few of SpotHero’s favorite holiday activities in Miami.
Night at the Garden
Dates: 11/7/25-1/11/26
Location: Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables
Cost: Tickets start at $26 for child members, $31 for adult members, learn more and purchase here.
Details: Spend an evening exploring this interactive light show, filled to the brim with eye-catching displays, interactive activities, and state-of-the-art technology as this garden is transformed into a magical land straight from a fairytale.
Miami City Ballet’s The Nutcracker
Dates: 12/12-12/28
Location: Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County, 1300 Biscayne Blvd.
Cost: Varies, full details available here.
Details: Balanchine’s version of the beloved ballet is back for a tradition like no other. Come and watch Marie’s journey through a magic kingdom full of princes, magic toys, and—of course—sugarplum fairies.
Dates: 12/5-7, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Location: Miami Beach Convention Center, 1901 Convention Center Drive
Cost: Varies, learn more and purchase here.
Details: Art lovers rejoice! Art Basel Miami has returned for its 22nd year. Explore one of the world’s premiere art shows in this two-day event, with modern exhibitions from over 200 galleries around the world.
Winterfest Boat Parade
Date: 12/13, preshow begins at 5:30 p.m., parade and fireworks begin at 6 p.m.
Location: Begins near the 7th Avenue Bridge and ends by E. Commercial Blvd Bridge in Fort Lauderdale. A map of the parade route is available here.
Price: Free to watch! Winterfest’s special viewing area tickets are available for a fee here.
Details: A tradition since the 1970s, this parade has become the largest live event in the State of Florida. The Winterfest boat parade is consistently ranked amongst the best parades in the world and gets an estimated one million spectators each year, so be sure to scope out a spot along the parade route early!
Holiday Decor at Deering Estate
Dates: 11/28/25-1/6/26, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Closed Christmas Day
Location: 16701 SW 72nd Avenue, Miami
Price: $18 for adults, $10 for children, advance tickets required, buy tickets here.
Details: Every year, Deering Estate decks its halls with dozens of trees and lavish decorations for a festive treat. This year, the Deering Estate celebrates the magic of the season with “Historic Holidays: Golden Age of Travel, ” styling the grounds with decor inspired by early 20th century travel.
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