Monday, December 12
Let your self go to the music melancholic synth-pop artist Riki as she takes the stage at Gramps on Monday. The Los Angeles-based songstress dropped her sophomore album, Gold, final 12 months, drawing influences from Nineteen Eighties acts like Saâda Bonaire and Bananarama. Stands-outs embrace “Viktor,” a haunting monitor that’s each straight to the purpose and indirect in that means, and “Porque Te Vas,” her cowl of Spanish singer Jeanette’s 1974 hit. Musicians Laboratory, Stripmallravestarrr, and Salacia will open for Riki throughout her Miami cease. 8 p.m. Monday, at Gramps, 176 NW twenty fourth St., Miami; 855-732-8992; gramps.com. Tickets price $15 through eventbrite.com. Sophia Medina
Tuesday, December 13
Miracle in Miami has quick develop into a vacation staple since its debut in 2018. Every 12 months, the bar pop ups within the backroom at Gramps, serving Christmas cheer and loads of booze. Running by means of December 23, the South Florida outpost of the New York City authentic is hosted by Drink Miami and options cocktails like “Santa’s Little Helper” (gin, spiced caraway syrup, eucalyptus, sage, lime, and seltzer) and “Grandma Got Run Over by a T. Rex” (vodka, orange liqueur, gentian aperitif, aloe vera, spiced pomegranate, grapefruit combine, lime, and fragrant bitters). 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. Tuesday by means of December 23, at Gramps, 176 NW twenty fourth St., Miami; 855-732-8992; gramps.com. Admission is free. Ashley-Anna Aboreden
Wednesday, December 14
Vizcaya opened its doorways on Christmas Day in 1916, so it is solely becoming to go to it in the course of the vacation season. On Wednesday, take pleasure in a low-key night on the historic property when the museum hosts a vacation version of Vizcaya Late. You can take pleasure in stay music, lantern-making lessons for all ages, historical past classes on the property, and gingerbread competitions. You’ll even have the prospect to see how the primary home may need been adorned for Christmas practically a century in the past. 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, at Vizcaya Museum & Gardens, 3251 S. Miami Ave., Miami; 305-250-9133; vizcaya.org. Tickets price $10 through eventbrite.com. Ashley-Anna Aboreden
Has Tití requested you what you need for Christmas? On Wednesday, head to Better Days for A Bad Bunny Perreo Christmas and discover out if you’re getting what you requested for or a lump of coal. Whatever you get, it should be a celebration. Wear your ugliest Christmas sweaters, get on stage, and belt out your favourite Bad Bunny music in the course of the occasion. Apart from karaoke, there will even be a Bad Bunny Christmas picture sales space, a twerking contest, giveaways, and extra. Plus, coquito will likely be served to gas the vacation spirit. 8 p.m. Wednesday, at Better Days, 75 SE Sixth St., Miami; 786-220-7690; betterdaysmiami.com. Tickets price $35 through eventbrite.com. Sophia Medina
Thursday, December 15
Thursday marks the Fifteenth-annual HoliGay Celebration and Toy Drive, offered by the Miami-Dade Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce and Pridelines. Every 12 months, the organizations work collectively to gather and distribute unwrapped toys for these in want within the Miami Beach group. But as a result of that is additionally a celebration, there will be an open bar, complimentary meals, and music by DJ JesiMixx. All you want for admission is an unwrapped toy. 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, at LGBT Visitor Center, 1130 Washington Ave., Miami Beach; 305-673-4440; gaybizmiami.com. Admission is free with an unwrapped toy; in any other case, tickets price $20. Ashley-Anna Aboreden
The Miami Beach Bandshell hosts reggae-funk act Locos por Juana on Thursday for its North Beach Social collection. The Grammy- and Latin Grammy-nominated band is thought for producing a singular fusion of rock, salsa, cumbia, and reggae. The members of Locos por Juana additionally faucet into their Colombian roots and just lately collaborated with Zumba founder Beto Perez to provide the dance anthem “Te Quiero Ver.” 8 p.m. Thursday, on the Miami Beach Bandshell, 7275 Collins Ave., Miami Beach; 786-453-2897; miamibeachbandshell.com. Admission is free with RSVP through cube.fm. Sophia Medina
Friday, December 16
There’s no scarcity of productions of The Nutcracker taking place this month all through South Florida. But just one firm can provide you a traditional rendition of George Balanchine’s The Nutcracker accomplished professionally. Miami City Ballet kicks off the vacation traditional on Friday, with reveals happening by means of Christmas Eve. (The manufacturing strikes to the Kravis Center in West Palm Beach December 28-30.) What units MCB’s interpretation aside is its sheer scale: More than 100 dancers, lavish costumes, and unimaginable set design assist deliver all of it to life. 7 p.m. Friday by means of December 24, on the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami; miamicityballet.org. Tickets price $39 to $269. Ashley-Anna Aboreden
DJ/producer Dirty South will get behind the decks at Lost Nightclub on Friday evening. Born Dragan Roganović, the 44-year-old started his music profession at age 13 in Melbourne, Australia, and obtained quite a few accolades alongside the way in which. He has been nominated for 2 Grammy Awards for his remix to Kaskade’s “Sorry” and his collaborative remix with Axwell of Temper Trap’s “Sweet Disposition.” He’s been constantly ranked in DJ Mag‘s Top 100 DJ ballot since his initiation in 2007. One of his best-known tracks is the 2013 single “City Of Dreams,” which flooded the airwaves upon launch. 10 p.m. Friday, at Lost Nightclub, 30 NE 14th St., Miami; apexpresents.com. Tickets price $20 to $40 through eventbrite.com. Sophia Medina
Do you like your December holidays slightly on the pagan facet? On Friday, Little Haiti nightclub Domicile hosts Saturnalia, an evening dedicated to techno, darkish wave, post-punk, and new wave. The costume code is all black as partygoers honor the god Saturn. The historical vacation noticed Romans eschew social norms, with playing permitted and masters servicing their slaves. Historians have hypothesized that Christians chosen December 25 to rejoice Christmas as a option to acceptable the festivities, which included gift-giving. Either means, it will likely be a bacchanal when you enter the venue. 11:30 p.m. Friday, at Domicile, 6391 NW Second Ave., Miami. Tickets price $10 to $20 through shotgun.stay. Jose D. Duran
Saturday, December 17
Hear the sleigh bells ringing? That’s as a result of SantaCon is ready to take over downtown Fort Lauderdale on Saturday. Gather up the elves and reindeer and sleigh-ride over to Las Olas Boulevard. You’re invited to decorate in your most festive apparel, together with ugly sweaters and Santa costumes. Plus, there will likely be a wide range of drink specials for attendees to quench their thirst. The vacation cheer begins at YOLO earlier than transferring on to Louie Bossi, American Social, Big City Tavern, Salt 7, and Rooftop @1WLO. 6 p.m. Saturday, at YOLO, 333 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale; santacon.data. Admission is free with RSVP through santaconftl2022.eventbrite.com. Sophia Medina
On Saturday, Flaming Classics returns to Hôtel Gaythering to display the 1972 characteristic L.A. Plays Itself and the quick movie The Sex Garage. Both have been directed by the legendary homosexual pornographic movie director Fred Halsted, and L.A. Plays Itself was lauded upon its launch by luminaries like William Burroughs and Fernando Arrabal. The movies’ cultural significance was cemented when the Museum of Modern Art acquired them for its everlasting assortment; they’re the one homosexual pornographic movies which have been honored in that trend. 7 to eight:30 p.m. Saturday, at Hôtel Gaythering, 1409 Lincoln Rd., Miami Beach; 786-284-1176; gaythering.com. Tickets price $10 through eventbrite.com. Ashley-Anna Aboreden
Cuban-American DJ/producer Maceo Plex takes a flip welcoming the dawn whereas holding court docket at Club Space on Saturday alongside Chloé Caillet, Danyelino, Omri., and Thunderpony. Plex is widely known for his impeccable but various manufacturing type, influenced by home and techno parts. He has spun at lots of Ibiza’s high nightclubs, together with the now-closed Space and Amnesia. His in style tracks embrace “Solitary Daze,” “Insomnia 2021,” “All Night,” and his remix of Chromatics’ “Shadow.” 11 p.m. Saturday, at Club Space, 34 NE eleventh St., Miami; 786-357-6456; clubspace.com. Tickets price $20.39 to 48.49 through cube.fm. Sophia Medina
Sunday, December 18
Hold on to these reindeer reins — it is about to get witchy this Christmas. You’re invited to step out of the vacation traditions and expertise Witchmas at Soul II Soul. Enchant the season with daring treats that will put you below a sweet cane spell. Everyone, whether or not naughty or good, will likely be gifted with a manifestation candle, in addition to some magical goodies to get into the witchy spirit. Soul II Soul can have its boutique open for company to buy any last-minute presents. Plus, there will likely be candy treats and mischievous drinks for everybody to take pleasure in. 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, at Soul II Soul, 8011 SW fortieth St., Miami; 786-703-7550; soul-ii-soul.com. Tickets price $23 through eventbrite.com. Sophia Medina
On Sunday, the a cappella voices of Seraphic Fire will get audiences within the Christmas spirit as they sing vacation favorites. For its A Seraphic Fire Christmas present, the vocal ensemble will carry out heartwarming carols like “Jesus Christ the Apple Tree” and “Silent Night.” Associate conductor James Ok. Bass will lead the 90-minute efficiency in a serene, candlelit setting. 4 p.m. Sunday, on the Dennis C. Moss Cultural Arts Center, 10950 SW 211th St., Cutler Bay; 786-573-5300; mosscenter.org. Tickets price $20 to $55. Sophia Medina
Founded in 2010, the Gay Men’s Chorus of South Florida has been on a mission to foster musicianship and brotherhood amongst its member. In little over a decade, it is develop into one of many ten largest LGBTQ choruses within the U.S., with greater than 150 singers amongst its ranks. On Sunday, this cultural gem takes the stage at Hard Rock Live to carry out a medley of vacation tunes with Tony Award-nominee Shoshana Bean because the particular visitor. 7 p.m. Sunday, at Hard Rock Live, 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood; 954-797-5531; myhrl.com. Tickets price $41 to $106 through ticketmaster.com. Ashley-Anna Aboreden
South Florida’s hit radio station is bringing everybody a gift — no shock, it is music. The Y100 Jingle Ball takes over the FLA Live Arena on Sunday to ship a few of this 12 months’s greatest pop acts. Headlining this 12 months are singer-songwriter and TikTok superstar Charlie Puth and Brazilian singer Anitta, who launched her album Versions of Me to crucial acclaim in April. Also on the lineup are Backstreet Boys, Tate McRae, Black Eyed Peas, Big Time Rush, Ava Max, Lauren Spencer-Smith, and Jax. 7 p.m. Sunday, at FLA Arena, 1 Panther Pkwy., Sunrise; 954-835-7000; flalivearena.com. Tickets price $35 to $501 through ticketmaster.com. Sophia Medina