{"id":31460,"date":"2025-11-03T16:54:10","date_gmt":"2025-11-03T16:54:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/31460\/"},"modified":"2025-11-03T16:54:10","modified_gmt":"2025-11-03T16:54:10","slug":"downtown-miami-celebrates-the-season-with-annual-holiday-lighting-celebration-on-flagler-street","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/31460\/","title":{"rendered":"Downtown Miami Celebrates the Season with Annual Holiday Lighting Celebration on Flagler Street"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Miami Downtown Development Authority (Miami DDA) is set to bring holiday magic back to the heart of the city as\u00a0Flagler Street\u00a0lights up for the\u00a0Third Annual Downtown Miami Holiday Lighting\u00a0on\u00a0Friday, Nov. 14 from 6 to 10 p.m.<\/p>\n

The highly anticipated celebration will illuminate downtown with a 24-foot Christmas tree and holiday display sparkling with thousands of lights and a colorful, Miami-inspired design. Following a welcome by District 4 Commissioner and Miami DDA Chairman Ralph \u201cRafael\u201d Rosado, District 2 Commissioner Damian Pardo, and Miami DDA CEO and Executive Director Christina Crespi, guests will enjoy a free live performance by the Miami Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Eduardo Marturet, alongside students from the New World School of the Arts. Comfortable seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis for attendees.<\/p>\n

Adding to the festive spirit, the evening will feature a holiday market with local vendors offering seasonal goods and gifts, a perfect opportunity to get a head start on holiday shopping while supporting downtown businesses. Attendees can also enjoy sampling from local restaurants and shops, showcasing the flavors and flair of Downtown Miami.<\/p>\n

Families will find plenty to enjoy in the kids\u2019 activity zone, featuring a bounce house, face painting, popcorn, cotton candy, and a special visit from Santa Claus himself. Attendees are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy for a toy drive benefiting Chapman Partnership, helping children in the community share in the joy of the holidays.<\/p>\n

The event is free and open to the public, offering a family-friendly night of music, lights, and holiday cheer in Downtown Miami\u2019s historic core.<\/p>\n

The festivities continue throughout the season with the\u00a0Holiday Village on Flagler,\u00a0a series of Sunday pop-ups on\u00a0December 7, 14, and 21, from 2 \u2013 6 p.m. featuring photo ops with holiday characters, crafts, sweet treats, and live entertainment. On\u00a0Dec. 14, downtown will celebrate the start of Hanukah with a\u00a0Menorah Lighting\u00a0and special programming. The season culminates with the third annual\u00a01One New Year\u2019s Day\u00a0Celebration\u00a0on Flagler Street on\u00a0Jan. 1, the perfect way to kick-off 2026.<\/p>\n

For more information, visit\u00a0www.MiamiDDA.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Event Details<\/p>\n

What:\u00a03rd Annual Downtown Miami Holiday Lighting
\nWhen:\u00a0Friday, Nov. 14 | 6:00 \u2013 10:00 p.m.
\nWhere:\u00a0Flagler Street & SE 3rd Ave., Downtown Miami
\nAdmission: Free and open to the public<\/p>\n

About the Miami Downtown Development Authority (Miami DDA)<\/p>\n

The Miami DDA is an agency of the City of Miami funded by a special tax levy on properties within its district boundaries. It is governed by a 15-member Board comprised of three public appointees and 12 downtown property owners, residents, and\/or workers who are tasked with overseeing the direction of the agency and setting policy. The agency is committed to grow, strengthen, and promote the economic health and vitality of downtown Miami. As an agency of the City of Miami, the Miami DDA advocates, facilitates, plans, and executes business development, quality of life, planning and capital improvements, and marketing and communication strategies. Visit\u00a0http:\/\/www.miamidda.com\/<\/a>\u00a0for more information.<\/p>\n


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