Seasons may not change here in Miami, but the first of the fall month is coming in full force with tons of amazing things to do through the city. From the best of dining with Miami Spice to the spookiest of activities, here are the best things to do this September!
1. Eat your way through the city with Miami Spice
Running until September 30, Miami Spice is offering discounted, three-course meals at hundreds of restaurants throughout the city including $30 and $35 lunch and brunch, in addition to $45 and $60 dinner specials. This year, you’ll be able to enjoy meals from over 250 restaurants, including ones with Michelin stars. Take a look at a full list here.
2. And try an entirely new dining experience — in the dark!
Discover the full potential of your taste buds while Dining in the Dark at Sushi By Bou Salt 7. You’ll be served a 12-course omakase meal at the Fort Lauderdale restaurant with a twist — blindfolded the entire time! Grab tickets to this unique omakase experience.
3. Be enchanted by a Candlelight Concert
You can experience an absolutely magical fall surrounded by flickering candles and melodic sounds here in the city. From classical music to movie soundtracks, the wildly popular Candlelight Concerts are providing an array of breathtaking spectacles in Miami. Highlights this month include:
Candlelight Open Air: Tribute to Luis Miguel
Candlelight: A Tribute to Adele
Candlelight: Beethoven's Best Works
Candlelight: Tribute to Bad Bunny
Candlelight: A Tribute to Queen
4. Get your fall on at a pumpkin patch
Now that September has arrived, many of our seasonal pumpkin patches have as well! These Instagrammable spots make for the perfect background for a great photo and a great selection for the perfect pumpkin or gourd to carve. Check them out here.
5. Visit Miami’s best museums for free
See the best art the city has to offer without breaking the bank! Keep an eye out for these museums offering free admission days at least one day a month or all year-round, as well as other family-friendly activities that you can check out completely free of charge. Check out our full guide of free admission days here.
6. Make the best out of rooftops in the city!
If there’s something the city certainly knows how to do is dining on rooftops with dazzling city views. There’s no shortage of outdoor spots to check out in the 305, which is why we’ve put together a list of some of our favorite rooftops you have to check out.
7. Enjoy a night of Sinatra classics under the stars
Miami’s captivating Concerts Under the Stars are an outstanding musical experience and this September 14th, go back to a time when Sinatra reigned supreme! This outdoor evening series takes place at the Marriott Biscayne Bay Miami, where you can take in the breathtaking views while melting away “those little town blues.” Get tickets to Sinatra Under The Stars here.
8. Brunch to your heart’s content
Put on your brunch best and head on out to try the best brunches Miami has to offer. There’s no shortage of options, so we gathered several spots offering meals and bottomless drinks that definitely won’t disappoint. Check them out:
- 30 Best Brunch Spots To Try Right Now In Miami
- 15 Of The Booziest Bottomless Brunch Options In Miami
- 15 Best Brunch Spots In Fort Lauderdale To Hit Up This Weekend
9. Pick up homemade goods and local produce at a farmers’ market
What better time to get your hands on fresh produce and artisan goods than the fall? Farmers’ markets are a must for Miamians who enjoy getting their food from local sources. Plus, they’re the perfect places to wander around and spend the day in. Some of our favorites are the Coconut Grove Saturday Farmers Market and Aventura Market, but you can click here for a full list.
10. Dance the night away at a TayTay Dance Party
Listen Up Swifties: There’s a Taylor Swift-themed party coming to the Adrienne Arsht Center on Sept. 8 where you can get “down to this sick beat!” Hosted by none other than DJ Swiftie, who will be spinning all her albums, you can sing-along to your favorite tunes surrounded by friends and fans.
11. Let your inner artist shine at this luminous sip and paint experience
Neon Brush, a 21+ painting workshop combining vibrant neon paints and booze, is the perfect plan for a night of fun whether it be with friends, family or even that special someone. You’ll be led on your evening of fun by a talented art facilitator who will guide you through the whole painting process and then you can take your work of art home with you. Grab tickets to Neon Brush now!
12. Be whisked away to Argentina at this dazzling tango dance show
Discover the best tango moves and music at the electrifying We Call It Tango coming to the city this September 7th. Guided by the sultry rhythms of the piano and violin, every twist and turn of the dancers on stage will be illuminated by their eye-catching costumes. Get your tickets here!
13. Get a head start on Halloween celebrations
If you’re craving spooky season and all that comes along with it, there is no shortage of Halloween events to go to this year! From a doggy costume contest to a special Rocky Horror screening, click here to start planning the perfect Halloween season!
14. Soar through the air with this new ziplining experience
Miami’s premier aerial park for outdoor lovers, Treetop Trekking, is introducing a new exhilarating experience to glide above Jungle Island: Night Treks! Taking place on Friday evenings, you’ll get to swing, zipline and navigate through the air with only the illumination of the moon and a headlamp to guide the way. Read all about it here.
15. Go on a celestial voyage through Miami’s Immersive Space Symphony
Mark your calendars for these Immersive Space Symphony shows on September 7, combining interactive projection mapping with live music for an otherworldly journey right from your seat! The unique musical experience will take place at Miami Beach’s Temple Emanu-El, and you can snag tickets here.
16. Meet your match at a Chaotic Singles Party
Swipe right into a night of ‘meet cutes’ and perfect matches at Moxy South Beach as they bring the Chaotic Singles Party x Tinder’s Single Summer Series to their rooftop. Taking place September 13, singles aged 21+ can enjoy specialty drinks and shot specials, break the ice with games that’ll get them talking and dance the night away to the sounds of the DJ. There will also be a salsa dancing class, exclusive to the first 50 singles who sign up!
17. Savor incredible cuisine at Fairchild’s Taste of the Caribbean Festival
On September 14, embark on a journey through the Caribbean at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden’s upcoming festival. Featuring authentic flavors from Cuba, Jamaica, Dominican Republic and Belize, the event will offer the perfect blend of culinary exploration and family friendly activities like lawn games, kid-friendly competitions and a market.
18. Mix things up with a cocktail class
On the third Thursday of every month (Sept. 19), Bourbon Steak is offering a monthly cocktail class for guests to learn the art of crafting cocktails from their mixologists, while also enjoying their signature Duck Fat Fries. The experience includes two complimentary libations, including one crafted by the guests themselves, and an additional 20% off food and beverage purchases for the evening.
19. Let loose at MAD Club
Elevate your night to a MAD-ness Level! With its vibrant atmosphere, lux party scene and top-tier DJs, MAD Club is the perfect place to let loose and stay out all night long. The club is open every Friday and Saturday from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m., with an all ladies’ open bar through 1 a.m.! Make your reservations here.
20. Cozy up and enjoy free live jazz at The Betsy
In collaboration with the Ocean Drive Promenade Music Series, The Betsy Hotel is putting on a number of live jazz performances through early September. This free and public series is taking place both at The Piano Bar and the adjacent Lummus Park, featuring a diverse range of local beloved jazz musicians. You can find their full lineup here.
As you can see, September is going to be a packed and fun one in Miami! From trying out different brunch restaurants to a classical twist on Bad Bunny’s most popular hits, make sure you don’t miss out.