Normally people choose cold destinations for the Christmas holidays in search of snow and winter sports. With this article we want to show that Christmas is one of the best dates to travel to Florida: at Christmas in Miami 2019, you have the best of the magic of Christmas together with an unforgettable climate that allows you to enjoy these important dates outdoors.
What to do at Christmas in Miami?
With the weather on our side, the activities that can be enjoyed in Miami at this time are inexhaustible. Here we tell you what are the most Christmas plans that Miami prepares for these dates:
Christmas Lights in Miami
Let’s start at the beginning, what would a Christmas be without the corresponding Christmas decoration and all its lights?
Christmas decorations in the neighborhoods of Miami
The city lights up and is filled with magic during the Christmas season. If you want to have an overview of the lights and decoration of Miami, the most comfortable and flexible way is with Hop on Hop off bus tours. These tourist bus rides allow you to travel the entire city going up and down whenever you want to see the most interesting points in detail. Thus, you can get a nice overview of the city while enjoying the most Christmas corners of Miami, Miami Beach and Coral Gabes.
If you are in Brickell, the areas near 5th Street and Brickell Avenue are always decorated a lot and it is impressive to walk among its skyscrapers. On the other hand in the square 600 Brickell, you will find a large crown and palm trees illuminated in a bizarre way.
MY ADVICE: HEAD TO BRICKELL AVENUE BRIDGE FOR THE BEST VIEW OF DOWNTOWN MIAMI DECORATED FOR CHRISTMAS.
The best option if you want to enjoy authentic Christmas lighting in the American style is to go to the neighborhood of Pinecrest where they have artistic houses such as Timbaland and Pitbull.
MY ADVICE: LUMINOUS ONES AS BIG AS THE HOUSES THEMSELVES AWAIT YOU HERE, ESPECIALLY IN ITS MAIN STREETS SUCH AS SW 104TH STREET AND LUDLAM ROAD (67TH AVENUE).
Another interesting option is Merrick Park and its surroundings in the Coral Gables district. Here you will find impressive lighting.
“MY ADVICE: HERE YOU WILL FIND A GIANT MAILBOX WHERE CHILDREN CAN THROW THEIR SANTA CLAUS LETTERS.”
Miami City Ballet: The Nutcracker
We are facing one of the most appreciated versions of the Nutcracker in the United States that after debuting in New York in 1954 has become a Christmas classic in the country. With easily recognizable music, admirable choreography and one of the most famous dance corps in the USA, this show promises to take your Christmas in Miami to the next level. In addition, the Miami City Ballet offers an ideal production to introduce the little ones of the house to this art, a perfect occasion to enjoy a different Christmas tradition with the family. The performances will take place between December 17 and 30. Don’t miss it!
- Director: Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts. 1300 Biscayne Blvd.
| Friday 12/27/2019 2:00 PM |
Miami City Ballet: George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker | Kravis Center – Dreyfoos Concert Hall West Palm Beach, FL |
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| Friday 12/27/2019 7:00 PM |
Miami City Ballet: George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker | Kravis Center – Dreyfoos Concert Hall West Palm Beach, FL |
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| Saturday 12/28/2019 2:00 PM |
Miami City Ballet: George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker | Kravis Center – Dreyfoos Concert Hall West Palm Beach, FL |
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| Saturday 12/28/2019 7:00 PM |
Miami City Ballet: George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker | Kravis Center – Dreyfoos Concert Hall West Palm Beach, FL |
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| Sunday 12/29/2019 1:00 PM |
Miami City Ballet: George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker | Kravis Center – Dreyfoos Concert Hall West Palm Beach, FL |
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| Sunday 12/29/2019 6:30 PM |
Miami City Ballet: George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker | Kravis Center – Dreyfoos Concert Hall West Palm Beach, FL |
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Christmas Market in Miami
If you are looking for decorations and beautiful Christmas gifts better than a large shopping center is that you go to the artisan “Holiday Bazaar” in the Miami Theater Center. In this small Christmas village you will find, among other things, original accessories and jewelry handmade by local merchants. If you want to eat here you will not lack options: cupcakes, mimosas, candies … All reasonably priced and in a friendly atmosphere.
- Address: 9806 NE 2nd Ave, Miami Shores
- Schedule: December 12 and 13 from 10am. – 6pm.
Santa’s Enchanted Forest: a very Christmas amusement park
This is probably the Christmas tradition most cherished by Miamians. A visit to Santa’s enchanted forest guarantees hours of fun in the purest Christmas spirit. Attractions, costume games, photo shoot with Santa Claus and his helpers, Christmas food and drink… This great Christmas center allows us to dream for a few hours that we are in the winter paradise of Santa Claus. Admission costs approximately $32 for adults and $23 for children and entitles you to enjoy the park for an entire day. If you are going to spend a lot of time in the city and want to visit it more at once I recommend you buy the season pass that costs $ 55.
- Address: 7900 SW 40th St
- Schedule: From November 3 year December 8 from 17 hours to midnight.
Wild Holidays at Jungle Island
The famous Jungle Island, located on Miami’s Watson Island will say the house out the window at this Christmas event. This activity is ideal for the whole family and basically consists of fun Christmas parades in which the most famous animals of the park participate, special Christmas shows, craft workshops and even a treasure hunt. This activity is available from December 24 to January 8 and the price is around $ 40 for adults and $ 33 for children. Address: 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami, FL 33132, USA
Zoo Lights
The usual inhabitants of the Zoo, ranging from large primates to beautiful felines through tropical birds and pachyderms, prepare to celebrate these dates so marked in style in an environment full of lights and magic. Thus, during these days you will find giraffes, zebras and all kinds of incredible animals created exclusively with lights. A carousel and the visit of Santa put the icing on this ideal show for the whole family. Tickets start at $ 10, although there are special packages that include hot chocolate, cookies and even a photo with Santa for an extra price that starts at $ 13.
- Address: 1 Zoo Boulevard , 12400 SW 152 Street
- Schedule: From 16 to 30 December (24.12 and 25.12 closed) from 19h to 22h.
Source: loving-miami
