Friday, December 26
Live Painting with Gabriela Esquivel
4 to 6 p.m. Experience art in motion as Miami-based artist Gabriela Esquivel creates a live painting at the Euclid Oval on Lincoln Road. Known for her bold use of color and expressive female figures, Esquivel explores themes of freedom, nature and spirituality in real time. This open-air session invites passersby to witness the creative process unfold.
Location: 660 Lincoln Rd.
Saturday, December 27
Miami Wynwood Foodie Tour: A Complete Culinary Journey and Art
Noon to 3 p.m. Explore Miami’s Wynwood Arts District through a guided walking food. This immersive experience features four curated tastings inspired by Peruvian Nikkei, Indian coastal, modern American cuisine, and artisanal desserts. Along the way, discover Wynwood’s iconic murals and enjoy exclusive entry to the world-famous Wynwood Walls. For tickets starting at $80.24, click here.
Location: 102 NW 25th St.
Sunday, December 28
Forms in Space
11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Experience contemporary art at monumental scale at Ascaso Gallery. This immersive exhibition brings together striking large-format sculptures and paintings by renowned Latin American and international artists, including Arman, Manolo Valdés, Julio Larraz and AgustÃn Cárdenas.
Location: 1325 NE 1 Ave, Miami
Salute to Vienna: New Year’s Concert
7:30 p.m. The Strauss Symphony of America, international soloists and ballet dancers fill the Adrienne Arsht Center with Viennese waltzes, operetta favorites and classical charm. Marking the 200th anniversary of Johann Strauss Jr., this concert brings Vienna’s Golden Age to the stage. For tickets starting at $59, click here.
Location: 1300 Biscayne Blvd.
Monday, December 29
Historic Holidays: Golden Age of Travel
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Through January 6. Step into a journey inspired by the glamour and adventure of early 20th-century travel. The Richmond Cottage and grounds are beautifully decorated to reflect iconic destinations and classic modes of transportation from Charles Deering’s era. Included with general admission. For tickets starting at $10, click here.
Location: 16701 SW 72nd Ave., Palemtto Bay.
Tuesday, December 30
& Juliet
6:30 p.m. A pop-powered twist on Shakespeare as & Juliet takes over the Ziff Ballet Opera House. This hit musical reimagines Juliet’s story after Romeo, set to a soundtrack of chart-topping anthems like Roar, Since U Been Gone and Baby One More Time. The show blends humor, romance and high-energy choreography into a feel-good theatrical spectacle. Reservations required.
Location: KBCC.
Guided Meditation
A senior couple meditating at a park.
Vlada Karpovich / Pexels
6:30 to 7:30 pm. A relaxing session designed to help you release stress and reconnect with your inner calm. Led by an experienced instructor, this session is perfect for beginners and seasoned meditators alike. Settle into a peaceful atmosphere at the KB Public Library, and leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
Location: 299 Crandon Blvd.
Wednesday, December 31
The Last Word: Overtown Stories
2 to 6 p.m. Through December 31. This interactive oral history project turns everyday green benches into powerful storytelling spaces across Historic Overtown. By scanning a QR code, visitors can listen to firsthand audio memories shared by community members, preserving the neighborhood’s living legacy. Free.
Location: 1021 NW 2nd Ave.
A Midnight New Year’s Garden Gala
8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Ring in the New Year in an elegant celebration designed to welcome 2026 beneath a shimmering canopy of crystal light. Guests will enjoy a captivating cirque-inspired performance, a beautifully curated dinner experience, and an open bar. Set in the Ritz-Carlton Ballroom. Reservations recommended at (305) 365-4500.
Location: 455 Grand Bay Dr.
Novecento New Year 2026 Party
Welcome 2026 in classic Novecento style. The night features a lively DJ spinning all evening, festive party favors and a celebratory sparkling wine toast after midnight. Guests can enjoy a specially curated three-course dinner, making this a perfect choice for those looking to celebrate with great food, and music as the new year begins. 3-course menu: $120. Reservations recommended at (305) 362-0900.
Location: 260 Crandon Blvd.
Narbona celebrates New Year’s Eve 2026
9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. An elegant prix-fixe dining experience paired with festive touches throughout the evening. The menu features refined starters, signature entrées and decadent desserts, with options ranging from beef tenderloin and lobster ravioli to Chilean sea bass and porcini pappardelle. Music, party favors and a celebratory toast complete the evening in a polished, welcoming setting.
Location: 260 Crandon Blvd. #35.
Toscana Mare Trattoria Mediterranean Welcomes 2026
5 to 10 p.m. A festive New Year’s Eve dinner and toast in a warm, Mediterranean setting. The evening features New Year’s Eve specials such as herb-crusted sea bass, Champagne risotto, filet mignon al tartufo and wild mushroom pasta, paired with sparkling drinks and live acoustic music. Sweet finales include Prosecco-poached pears with vanilla bean gelato.
Location: 1121 Crandon Blvd.
New Year Family Dinner Party at Milanezza
8 p.m. Celebrate the arrival of 2026 with a family-friendly New Year’s Eve dinner party, designed for all ages. The evening includes a three-course menu, DJ and dancing, a champagne toast at midnight, traditional 12 grapes, party favors and fireworks just for kids. 3-course dinner: $129 adults & $45 kids.
Location: 700 Crandon Blvd.
Countdown at Miami Bayfront Park
5 p.m. to 2 a.m. This massive outdoor event brings together live performances, a festive waterfront setting and a high-energy countdown to welcome 2026. The night features a star-studded lineup including Marshmello, Nicky Jam, Flo Rida, Gente de Zona and Toño Rosario, hosted by DJ M Dot, with music, lights and fireworks lighting up the Miami skyline.
Location: 301 Biscayne Blvd.
Thursday, January 1
New Year’s Day Breakfast at LUMA
7 a.m. to Noon. Start 2026 on a delicious note with an elegant Italian-inspired New Year’s Day Breakfast. Designed to restore and refresh after the celebrations, this comforting yet revitalizing breakfast blends timeless Italian classics with light, uplifting flavors. Perfect for easing into the new year with family or friends in a relaxed and refined setting. $95++ per adult and $40++ per child (ages 2–12). Reservations recommended at (305) 365-4500.
Location: 455 Grand Bay Dr.
Jewelry Design with Judi Koslen
Judi Koslen with two of her jewelry design students.
Photo courtesy of VKB
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for adults, and 2 to 5 p.m. for children. Tuesdays and Thursdays. Learn stringing, pattern making, weaving, wiring, pearl knotting and illusion. For more information, call Judi at (305) 361-7057.
Location: KBCC, 2nd floor.
Friday, January 2
Shabbat Dinner at Chabad Key Biscayne
7:30 p.m. Celebrate the first Friday of the month with a delicious, family-style meal, and a relaxed Shabbat atmosphere open to everyone: no background or affiliation required. $30 adults | $18 children (12 & under). RSVP at chabadkeyb.com.
Location: 101 Harbor Dr.