Miami Winter Party 2026

Warm up this March for Miami’s most famous gay event!

Escape to one of the hottest winter destination, Winter Party Festival in beautiful Miami Beach! Six action-packed days and nights, nine spectacular dance parties with over 10,000 guests from around the world, you just know you’re going to have a good time.

• Stay on South beach, close to the best gay beaches and gay bars and less than 5 to 15 mins taxi to most of the night-time parties.

Miami Winter Party 2026

• Next Edition: Thursday 26th February 2026 – Monday March 2nd 2026.
• Winter Party hosts six signature events over five days, including the legendary Beach Party, the pool party and after party events and Signature circuit nights by Masterbeat.
• Winter Party Beach Party is on the Sunday.
• For 2026 the event has re-imagined many of their events with a fresh new approach, more international DJs and new venues.

RESIST

• Friday 27th February, 2026 – RESIST, a brand new opening night party with Morabito & Abel Aguilera
• The event takes over MAD Live concert room & event space at MAD Club Wynwood.

The Pool Party

• Saturday 28th February, 2026 – From 1 pm – The Pool Party is the ultimate Miami pool event, held at The National Hotel.
• Stay at the host hotel for the pool party, The National Hotel, close to all of the weekend’s events and just steps from beautiful South beach.

Masterbeat Parties

• Saturday 28th February and Sunday 1st March, 2026  Masterbeat hosts the official Saturday and Sunday Night time parties at the M2 Nightclub, each night from 10pm.
• The parties include Service Station – Joshua Ruiz & Karsten Sollors on Saturday and Odyssey – Brady Prince & Sagi Kariv on Sunday.

The Beach Party

• Sunday 1st March 2026 – The Beach Party – The ultimate gay beach party, a unique daytime event under the Sun!
• The event takes place at at 10th Street Beach.
• Stay steps from the party at Loews Miami Beach Hotel, just 1-minute walk to the beach, featuring spacious rooms, a beautiful pool, and sweeping beach views.

Red Eye

• Monday 2nd March – Morning from 6 am – Don’t miss the legendary after-hours party Redeye, brought to you by New York’s world-famous after-party venue.

The Venues

• For the 2026 edition, Winter Party adds some new venues together with some old favourites. Venues are dotted across the city, just a short taxi ride from South Beach.
• South Beach (SoBe) – Head to the iconic Ocean Drive, with its Art Deco buildings, bustling bars, and LGBTQ+ friendly hotels.
• Home to 12th Street Beach,  the unofficial gay beach, known for its rainbow flags and lively atmosphere. Popular spots include Twist, Palace Bar, and Hotel Gaythering.

The National Hotel – Pool Party Venue

• The National  Hotel – Oceanfront Art-Deco resort on Collins Avenue in South Beach, featuring one of Miami Beach’s longest infinity-edge pools and direct beach access.
• Featuring adult-only stays, elegant rooms and cabanas, pool and beach lounge service, spa/wellness options, and stylish bars and restaurants.
• Located within walking distance of Ocean Drive, nightlife, and beach; makes it convenient for dancing by day at pool/sea and by night grabbing nearby club or festival events.

12th Street Beach – Beach Party Venue

• Sandy stretch at the end of 12th Street, known for its strong gay presence and close proximity to central South Beach hotels — about 3–5 minutes by taxi.
• Wide shoreline with room for staging, sound towers, dance zones and crowd flow, making it ideal for large outdoor events.
• Signature location for the Winter Party Beach Party, giving the event its ocean backdrop, long sightlines, and that classic daylight-to-sunset atmosphere.

Mad Live Wynwood – Friday Venue

• Mad Live – Indoor event space within MAD Club Wynwood, in Wynwood with a main stage with high ceilings and state-of-the-art sound/lighting.
• Known for late-night hours (some nights until 5 a.m.) and a crowd that mixes nightlife regulars, festival visitors and a broadly international, inclusive crowd.
• Wynwood – Set north of Downtown Miami, the district hosts some of the largest outdoor gay circuit events in Miami. Famous for its street art, galleries, and vibrant murals.

M2 – Masterbeat Venue

• M2 Nightclub – Located at 1235 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, central and easy to reach from South Beach hotels or the beach strip.
• Big club venue with multiple rooms, heavy sound system, and production and often used for major nights during festivals and big parties.

Popular Gay Miami Venues

• Twist – Storied Miami Beach spot with seven bars, no cover, and two-for-one happy hours from 3 to 9pm. Located in Miami Beach.
• Bar Gaythering – Lobby bar at the hip gay hotel with a happy hour, karaoke and trivia nights. Situated in Miami Beach.
• Nathan’s Beach Club – Lounge bar with Drag Race watch parties and drag performances, named after a legendary bartender. Found in South Beach.
• R House Wynwood – Popular spot for lively drag brunches hosted by Athena Dion, featuring a festive atmosphere all weekend. Located in Wynwood.
• Palace – Hosts the “world’s best drag brunch” with performances on the outdoor patio and a T dance event. Situated on Miami Beach.
• Azucar Nightclub – Latin LGBT club off Coral Way offering performances like Noche de Cabaret on Sundays. Found just outside South Beach.
• The Manor – Wilton Manors’ large club with loud music and vibrant decor, circuit parties and guest DJs. Located in Wilton Manors.
• Kill Your Idol – Queer-friendly spot with a long history of hosting diverse events like Gender Blender. Located on Española Way in Miami Beach.
• Hunters Nightclub – Popular Wilton Manors club with a modern space, dance floor, and Fur Fridays happy hour. Found in Wilton Manors, 30 minutes drive from downtown Miami.

Where to Stay for Miami Winter Party?

Stay close to all of the parties. The following hotels make it easy to get to all the events and have high ratings with our readers.

The Setai,    The Marlin Hotel,    Waldorf Towers,    President Hotel

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