Miami's Most Exclusive NYE Bashes, Concerts, Dinner Parties

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With so many tourists in town, and locals looking to book LAST MINUTE Reservations (Say What?) here are some of the hottest bashes, concerts and dinner parties available to end 2017 with a bang, Miami style!

Studio 54 + Doheny Room

This New Year’s Eve, be transported to the age of utter decadence as you spend one night at Studio 54 and celebrate the ring of 2018 Delano South Beach’s exclusive hotspot Doheny Room. 

The night will feature sounds of South Beach legendary DJ Lazaro Leon as he spins classic disco and funk and soul throwbacks along with our resident Reid waters. Expect sultry performances, ball drop live feed direct from NYC NBC’s special, one-of-a-kind party favors and mind-blowing entertainment.

Tickets are $200 per guest – which includes open bar from 9:00 PM to midnight – and can be purchased here: http://bit.ly/DohenyRoomDelanoNYE


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Five Star New Year’s Eve

Located on Watson Island and now in its fifth year from 10PM to 5AM, DJs will be spinning tunes throughout the night until the early morning all the while guests rub shoulders with celebs, sipping drinks in a premium open-bar in the newly unveiled Saint Tropez-esque beach club concept and enjoy a private dinner on a 110-foot yacht by Astondoa.

Tickets begin at $330 for General Admission and can be purchased here: https://fivestarnye.com/znpb_template_mngr/packages/

Seaspice

New Year’s Eve

All Aboard! The destination is 2018 as Seaspice welcomes guest aboard their Titanic themed magical waterfront experience underneath the stars overlooking the Miami Skyline featuring live music and surprise entertainment throughout the evening.

New Year’s Day

To start the New Year, Seaspice will be opening on Monday, January 1st 2018, offering guests an exquisite waterfront New Year’s Day Champagne Brunch! Attendees will be greeted by sophisticated nautical touches, contemporary architecture and panoramic views, while enjoying a welcom glass of Moet and Chandon and an a la carte brunch menu from noon to 4:00pm as well as their globally inspired  menu that will be offered throughout the course of the day. Both menus feature an avant-garde twist on international cuisine prepared in a unique and visually-stimulating style, while live music & entertainment throughout the day enhance the dining experience.

VILLA AZUR

The Roaring 20s comes to life at Villa Azur’s New Year’s Eve celebration, the Golden Villa Azur Party, which will feature a burlesque show, fire breathers, aerialists, jugglers, fire dancers, champagne parades, live entertainment, dancing and 2 seatings.

The first seating (7pm – 9:30pm) offers a $200pp 4-course menu with a glass of Ruinart Blanc de Blanc champagne. A children’s special menu will be available at $99 until 9:30pm. After dinner, guests can continue the celebration by the beautiful "Long Bar" with an open bar available from 9pm – midnight for $90++ per person. 

The second seating will begin at 9:00pm, featuring a 5-course menu and Dom Perignon Rosé or Brut, as they countdown to 2018, pop champagne and dance on the tables! Packages available for this seating include the Ruby ($500pp - 5 course menu and 1 bottle of Cristal Brut for 4 people; seating: near French doors in the main dining room), Sapphire ($600pp - 5 course menu and  1 bottle of Dom Perignon Brut for 4 people; seating: cozy corner in the main dining room), and Diamond ($800pp - 5 course menu and 1 bottle of Dom Perignon Rosé for 4 people; seating: courtyard). 

WALL at W South Beach

Overnight Instagram sensation and Italian multimillionaire turned DJ Gianluca Vacchi brings the #GVLifestyle to WALL Miami during New Year’s Eve to host The Black Tie Extravaganza. Ending the year in style, Gianluca will deliver an evening of carefree Italian luxury as only he can while champagne parades, festive decorations and confetti set the ambiance for WALL’s most cinematic bash yet.

Opening its doors at 10pm on Saturday, December 31, guests will sway into 2018 as Vacci spins an open format of house music including the debut of his hit Viento. 

Offering attendees premium open bar from 10pm – 1am, General Admission is $200 and VIP table service packages inclusive of top shelf spirits range from $1,800 - $8,000.

Tickets available https://www.tablelist.com/e/the-black-tie-extravaganza-with-gianluca-vacchi-at-wall-lounge-0b6b17179e8e8f73

WET Pool at W South Beach

WET Pool at W South Beach is excited to announce world-renowned Australian DJ duo Nervo will be headlining an unforgettable start of a new year! Featuring top of the line visuals and entertainment, tickets to the amazing upcoming NYE 2018 festivities are now sale with tickets for general admission starting at $200. 

On Saturday, December 31st at 9pm, celebrating attendees will be elevated to an oasis of wonderment by Nervo who's duo's hits include When Love Takes Over, This Kind of Love, Irresistible and We're All No One. Details of the evening include premium open bar from 9pm to midnight with VIP table service packages inclusive of top shelf spirits ranging from $1,800 - $15,000.

WALL will be open until 7am and with past unparalleled performances delivered by Robin Shultz, Drake, Afro Jack, Alesso, Klingande and others year after year, WET Pool at W South Beach and Wall will be once again a truly unique experience. 

Tickets, tables and cabanas available at WSouthBeachNYE18.com.

WHEN: Sunday, December 31st 2017, 9pm

WHERE: W South Beach,  2201 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

FORTE DEI MARMI

End 2017 with a bang at Forte dei Marmi by indulging in Two Michelin Starred Chef Antonio Mellino’s New Year’s Eve specials menu. Priced at $300, the menu begins with Chef’s Amuse Bouche of “Great White” Oysters with champagne gelee and cucumber, Seared Scallops with cauliflower and sea urchin, and Beef “Battuta” with mustard and hazelnuts sauce, quail egg yolk and winter black truffle; followed by a choice of Tagliolini with baby artichokes and alba white truffle orRissoto with champagne, 24K gold leave and white sturgeon caviar, choice of Filet Mignin with escalope of foie gras, spinach and “alba” white truffle or Wild Branzino Filet with potatoes, crispy artichokes and “alba” white truffle, and a finale of New Year’s Traditional Italian Buffet Selection with home baked panettone with crème sauce.

Vegetarian options are also available in lieu of the aforementioned, including a Chef’s Amuse Bouche of  Aubergine’s Fume with basil, crunchy bread and burrata and Stuffed Sweet Baby Peppers with roasted tomatoes puree and chives, followed by Pasta choices of  Tagliolini with sauté artichokes and “alba” white truffle, and Gnocchi with gorgonzola sauce and “alba” white truffle and mains of Vegetables Tempura with ginger, bitter and sweet sauce and Stuffed Artichokes with creamy potatoes puree and parsley oil.

A $50 Kid’s Menu will feature options such as Organic Veggie Crudite on Ice, Pasta (Pesto, Parmesan Cheese, Tomato), and Grilled Wild Salmon or Organic Chicken Milanese with friese.


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NAUTILUS CABANA CLUB

Nautilus Cabana Club rings in the year with a glamorous family-style spread priced at $95 per person to include a champagne toast at midnight and DJ’d after party. 

The menu includes an Appetizer Station with Lobster Bisque, Oysters, Tarragon and Cognac, Humus Dip, Eggplant Dip, Mixed Olives, Tzatziki, Pickled Vegetables, Roasted Sweet Peppers and Pita Bread and Artisan Breads, a Seafood & Ceviche Station with Shrimp, Mussels, Oysters, Sushi Roll Display (California, Spicy tuna & veggie), a Salad Station featuring Faro and Barley Salad, Tomato and Mozzarella, Kale Salad, Roasted Beet Salad and Orzo and Sundried Tomato Salad, a Carving Station with Seared Seabass seasoned with citrus nage and braised leeks, Roasted Chicken Breast with wild mushroom fricassee, Lamb, Braised Beef Short Ribs with roasted garlic, Roasted Porchetta with black cherry and pickled onion, and Roasted Filet with shallots and thyme reduction.

Sides such as Truffled Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Root Vegetables, Roasted Brussels Sprout, Glazed Baby Carrots and Rice Pilaf, and finally, a Dessert Station featuring Sticky Toffee, Pudding Cake, Dark Chocolate Walnut Caramel Pie, Cranberry and Blueberry Tart, Tres Leches, Tiramisu and Assorted Mini Fruit Tarts.

DÔA

DÔA celebrates LatAsian style with a live Japanese band, DJs, and two seatings. Priced at $125pp, the First Seating starts at 6:30pm and includes Edamame as an amuse-bouches, sharable plates of Traditional Ceviche with fish of the day, sweet potato and dashi leche de tigre, Sashimi Platter, and Tofu Maki with avocado, cucumber, miso and crispy tofu, Vegetable Spring Rolls with glass noodles, carrots, cabbage and sweet chili soy, Shrimp Siu Mai with lemongrass, ginger and chili, Wagyu Wonton with hoisin, ginger and garlic, Thai Fish with local fish, lemongrass, soy and rocoto, Nikkei Tenderloin with USDA Choice Teriyaki, Aji Limo and Scallions, Nikkei Mushroom Hot Pot with wild mushrooms, shiso, togarashi, Nikkei pickles and truffles, Chinese Broccoli with chifa butter, crispy shallots and sesame and Desserts to Share – Chef’s Selection.

The $225pp Second Seating begins at 9pm and includes a welcome glass of champagne, Edamame as an amuse-bouches, DÔA Platter with Ceviche Traditional, Nikkei Ceviche, Oysters, Uni, Toro and Caviar, Lobster Siu Mai with caviar, celery, aji limo and butter, Wagyu Wonton with hoisin, ginger and garlic, Vegetable Spring Rolls with glass noodles, carrots, cabbage and sweet chili soy, Chilean Seabass with citrus miso marinade, aji Amarillo, carrot and scallion salad and ponzu vinaigrette, Japanese Wagyu with 55 Score 11 and truffle ponzu, Nikkei Mushroom Hot Pot with wild mushrooms, shiso, togarashi, Nikkei pickles and truffles,Chinese Broccoli with chifa butter, crispy shallots and sesame and Desserts to Share – Chef’s Selection.

COCO BAMBU

Ring in 2018 with a Brazilian-themed New Year’s Eve Dinner at Coco Bambu – Miami’s largest seafood venue – with a performance by Thais Moreira, The Voice Brazilparticipant and a DJ during the two seatings. The first seating starts at 5:30pm is priced at $100pp while the $200pp second seating starts at 9pm, both offering a food and drink voucher to spend on food and drinks at the restaurant. After 2am, Samba your way to Five Star New Year’s Eve on Watson Island to continue the celebration Brazilian-style, where guests enjoy premium full-service open bar all night long.

FAENA MIAMI BEACH

This holiday season, welcome the New Year to the sublime sounds of flamenco with Faena Miami Beach's spectacular celebration, ARRABAL! A Night of Desire. Begin the night with an epicurean adventure at one of Faena’s award-winning restaurants – taste the culinary genius of world-renowned Chef Francis Mallmann at his sophisticated temple to open-fire cuisine, Los Fuegos, or head upstairs to Pao to discover celebrated Chef Paul Qui's unique brand of modern Asian fare.

Then, toast to new beginnings with bespoke cocktails at the elegant Living Room, gather 'round with old friends and new at the idyllic Tree of Life or lounge in luxury at your own private poolside cabana complete with premier bottle service and VIP seating for the night's live musical entertainment. Under a starry sky, guests can gather poolside and on the Mammoth Lawn alongside Damien Hirst's beloved gilded mammoth to enjoy exhilarating pop-flamenco performances that will transport all to the heart of Andalucía. After the clock strikes midnight, make your way to the intimate Saxony Bar for a late-night celebration of the year to come.

Casa Faena will also be hosting NYE & New Year’s Day Brunch from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm with live entertainment!

THE DIPLOMAT BEACH RESORT

Experience the ultimate NYE sleepover with your family and friends with room rates starting as low as $349 per night. Dine, Dance, Play, Stay, and wake up to a rejuvenating day of Spa + Wellness on the first morning of 2018. With oceanfront rooms, it's the best way to begin your New Year/New You, to regain clarity and a fresh perspective on your goals and New Years resolutions.

Order in a healthy breakfast in bed (hello healthy cold press juices and eggs!) or head downstairs for a delicious bite at Counter Point. While you're at it, don't forget to book a treatment at the hotel's deluxe Spa. From healing massages and cleansing facials to energizing body treatments, a full service spa experience awaits you.

Clear your mind in the relaxation room with a mesmerizing rain wall that invites calm or purify in the Halotherapy salt steam room or sauna. Grab a good book and soak up some sun + Vitamin D in one of the hotel's new exclusive Trina Turk-designed cabanas!

Whether you're booking a hotel stay or planning a unique dinner experience, The Diplomat Beach Resort is the perfect oceanfront getaway to kick off 2018 on a good note! NYE special offerings include the following:

·  PARTY

o    Portico Beer & Wine Garden: all-white party, tropical style music celebration with Mr. Pauer & friends,  12/30, 6PM-9PM

o    Hotel Bar: Diplomat’s lobby bar will be transformed into an elegant NYE hot spot featuring live music for all guests to enjoy,12/31, 6PM-1AM

·  DINE

o    Diplomat Prime: Prix fixe menu featuring wagyu filet mignon, Sicilian pistachio layer cake and more. 1st seating starting at $175pp. 2nd seating starting at $225pp,12/31 *reservation required

o    Monkitail: Tasting menu starting at $75 pp with wine pairing option, 12/31 *reservation required

o    Point Royal: Tasting menu starting at $60 pp with wine pairing option, 12/31 *reservation required

o    Bristol’s Burgers: Prix fixe menu featuring a 12 hour boneless rib sandwich, banana foster bread pudding sundae and more. $35 pp, 12/31

o    Portico Beer & Wine Garden: Prix fixe menu available starting at $30 adults//$17 kids, 12/31

Happy New Year!