We’ve made it to yet another year despite all odds, which means we get clean slate to start the year off with a bang. And luckily, we’ve got some of the best plans in town to to fill up your slate with some of the most exciting plans in town. So without further ado, here are 29 of the best things to do in Miami this January:
1. Head to the official Stranger Things store
If you haven’t yet visited the epic pop-up store based on Netflix’s smash sci-fi drama Stranger Things, then now’s the time to do so! Explore all of your favorite locations from the show, like Hawkins High, Starcourt Mall or even the Palace Arcade all while shopping for an array of exclusive merch like rad tee-shirts, awesome posters, and nostalgic candy favorites. Reserve your spot to skip the line now!
2. Stay tuned for the return of the world’s biggest bounce house
The largest inflatable theme park will be stopping by Miami for all the bouncy fun! Complete with slides, ball pits, confetti blasts, dodgeball competitions and even a DJ, the exciting attraction is making its stop at Ives Estates Park from Jan. 14 to the 15th and again from Jan. 20 to the 22nd. Learn how you can join the fun here.
3. Check out the Hello Kitty Cafe Truck!
The massively popular Hello Kitty Cafe Pop-Up Truck arrives in Miami this month! Hello Kitty fans flock to this adorable cafe truck selling mini cakes, cookies, and macarons, plus limited-edition Sanrio merch. The adorable pink truck will be stationed at Dolphin Mall on Saturday, January 28th. Click here to read more.
4. Have a delicious meal at a newly-opened restaurant
In 2022, we’ve seen a craze of must-visit clubstaurants and revamped spots, along with so many promising eateries that make Miami such an exciting place for foodies. From Gekko to Contessa, click here to see our full list of the hottest new restaurants to have entered the 305.
5-11. Enjoy a magical performances at these Candlelight concerts
Watch Miami’s beautiful Candlelight concerts and get lost in a number of familiar tunes this January. Grab tickets to tribute shows to Taylor Swift, Queen, Coldplay and more:
- Jan. 5 – Candlelight: A Tribute to Taylor Swift
- Jan. 15 – Candlelight Open Air: From Bach to The Beatles
- Jan. 19 – Candlelight: Classic Rock on Strings
- Jan. 21 – Candlelight: The Best of Joe Hisaishi
- Jan. 22 – Candlelight Open Air: A Tribute to Juan Gabriel
- Jan. 26 – Candlelight: A Tribute to Queen and More at Hotel Colonnade
- Jan. 27 – Candlelight: A Tribute to Coldplay
12. Take your shot at Pixar Putt
You’re never too old for a round of mini-golf with friends! The highly anticipated Pixar Putt is rolling into Fort Lauderdale this month and it’s made up of interactive putt-putt holes, inspired by the stories and characters from some of Pixar’s most iconic films. Pixar Putt will take over The LOOP in Las Olas Oceanside Park from January 25 to March 26. Read all about it here.
13-15. Make the most of winter in Miami and dine outdoors!
If there’s something Miami certainly knows how to do is outdoor dining. Gorgeous waterfront enclaves, lush hidden gardens and stunning rooftops with dazzling city views– there’s no shortage of outdoor spots to check out in the 305. That’s why we’ve put together a list of some of our favorite outdoor dining spots you have to check out in Miami:
16. Get lost in Van Gogh’s magical artworks
Experience The Starry Night, Sunflowers and a number of other images as they swirl, sway and soar in a digital projection at Miami’s epic Van Gogh experience at the Olympia Theatre. You’ll see the artist’s work take over the walls and encompass your surroundings through the lenses of several dozen projectors, hyper-realistic VR headsets, or a mix of both. Snag some tickets here.
17. Head to a museum for free
Calling all museum-goers! Miami is full of art and historic museums, but sometimes their entrance fees don’t feel quite accessible enough to the everyday Miamian. Luckily, most have special “free” days when entrance fees are waived completely so whether you’re a college student on a budget or a bargain hunter wanting to see the sights, you can see our list on free museum admissions here.
18. Book a free trolley tour to a national park
The City of Homestead, dubbed the “Gateway To Biscayne and Everglades National Parks,” is offering a trolley service that will run every weekend from January 7 to April 9. Riders will enjoy free transportation, free guided tours, and free admission to Everglades and Biscayne National Parks with an additional stop at Homestead Bayfront Park. Read more here.
19. Be dazzled by Spectacular Spectacular, a sultry burlesque show
Spectacular Spectacular is here to blow your mind! Miami’s most outrageous burlesque show in the heart of Brickell will mesmerize you with aerial acts, fire-spinning, hair-hanging and live singing in a mesmerizing production that will stimulate your imagination. Get your tickets now!
20. Or Nocturna’s brand-new Red Writing show
Weekend nights at Wynwood’s Savage Labs cocktail bar and lounge are set to be full of the darkest and most erotic fantasies imagineable. Nocturna: Red Writing is a cabaret-style show that will feature incredibly talented and sensual performers as they take you on a sensuous journey of dance, acrobatics, music and more. Get your tickets here!
21. Attend the Pegasus World Cup
One of the premier thoroughbred horse racing events in the world, the 2023 Pegasus World Cup returns to Gulfstream Park this January 28. It’ll be an exciting day of world-class sport, hospitality and entertainment, with Kygo and OneRepublic taking the stage following the horse races.
22. Have breakfast at Tiffany’s while you still can
Tiffany & Co. is taking over Miami Design District’s OTL with a beautifully blue pop-up and café for the winter! Perfect for breakfast or a light lunch, you can order coffee, tea, sandwiches, salads, wraps and many more delights. Make plans to visit it soon, however, because it’ll only be here until January 31st! Read more here.
23. See Avatar: The Way of Water at a reduced price in a theater near you
After a long, 13-year wait, Avatar 2 is out in theaters and it’s a definite must-see! Catch up with Jake Sully and his new family to follow their journey and continued fight against a familiar threat. Grab your tickets at a reduced price you wont find anywhere else in an AMC theater near you when you purchase yours here.
24. Celebrate and honor Dr. Martin Luther King
From Liberty City’s annual parade to a 5K run of celebration, there are so many things to do in Miami on Martin Luther King Jr. Day (January 16). Keep your eyes peeled on Secret Miami for some of the best things to do in the city for MLK Day.
25. Have a steamy night out with Magic Mike Live
Magic Mike Live is a 90-minute thrilling, sexy, live dance and acrobatic spectacular and their shows serve up a heart-racing and sweat-inducing spectacle. This production kicked off its North American tour in Miami in October and is now open to the public through April. You can read more about it here.
26. Ride to and from Aventura and Boca Raton on Brightline
Where to next — Aventura or Boca Raton? Why not both? Brightline has officially opened two new stations and rides are currently underway. With trains traveling close to to 80 mph, riders can get from Downtown Miami to Aventura in about 20 minutes. Click here for everything you need to know.
27. Head to the Miami Jewish Film Festival
The Miami Jewish Film Festival, the largest Jewish film festival in the country, returns on January 12 with two weeks worth of programming that concludes on January 26. This year, it features a lineup of 88 feature films along with 17 different shorts, and screenings will be held all across the city as well as virtually on demand.
28. Take a magical carpet ride at the premiere of Broadway’s Aladdin
A whole new world just in time for a whole new year… Disney’s Aladdin will make its anticipating premiere at the Adrienne Arsht Center from January 3 through 8. Adapted from the animated Disney film and centuries-old folktales, Aladdin is brought to fresh theatrical life in this bold new musical. This new production features a full score, including the five cherished songs from the Academy Award-winning soundtrack and more written especially for the stage.
29. See a captivating laser show at the Frost Planetarium
Take a seat, lean back and enjoy a fun ride at the Frost Museum of Science Planetarium’s 67-foot dome for their epic Laser Evenings. On Jan. 13, the evenings’ lineup will include Stranger Things, That 90’s Laser Show, Rolling Stones and Pink Floyd: Welcome to the Machine.