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Miami Beach is the high-octane party capital of the world & the most anticipated party of the year is the Winter Party Weekend.
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 2025
- From Wednesday to Monday – Typically late Feb/early March – Winter Party hosts five signature events over seven days, including the legendary Beach Party, the pool party and after party events and Signature circuit nights by Masterbeat.
Ignite Party
- Thursday opening night – 10pm to 5am – Ignite is a Popular Opening Party, get to meet and dance with the new arrivals from around the world!
- The party takes over Exchange Club, just 3-minutes drive from South 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.
Elevate Pool Party
- Friday – From 1 pm – Elevate is the ultimate Miami pool party, held at the luxurious rooftop pool at the Moxy on South Beach.
- Stay at the host hotel for the pool party, The Royal Palms Hotel close to all of the weekend’s events and just steps from beautiful South beach.
Heat Party
- Friday Night – HEAT, a Classic Circuit Event created by Hilton Wolman, guaranteed to be spectacular.
Under One Sun
- Saturday – Oasis Wynwood – 12pm to 8pm – Under One Sun is a legendary afternoon party in a brand new location, Wynwood!
- Stay at the Wynwood Hyde Suites if you want to avoid the trip and party closer to the action.
Masterbeat Parties
- Masterbeat hosts the official Saturday and Sunday Night time parties at the M2 Nightclub, each night from 10pm.
- Parties take place at M2, the recently refurbished superclub.
The Beach Party
- Sunday – The Beach Party – The ultimate gay beach party, a unique daytime event under the Sun!
- The event takes place at the Sands of South Beach, Lummus Park, on 12th street and ocean drive.
AfterGlow
- Monday – Morning from 6 am – Don’t miss the legendary after-hours party at Hilton Wolman’s Afterglow at Studio 60 Nightclub.
Finale, Closing Party
- Monday, March 6th – 10pm to 6am – Level one plays host to the “Finale“, official closing event for Winter Party 2025.
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.
Wynwood
- 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.
- Home to popular venues, Gramps and The Dirty Rabbit.
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.
- Gramps – LGBT-friendly bar and host of an avant-garde weekly drag party, Double Stubble, every Thursday. Located in Wynwood.
- 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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The gay scene in Miami is centred around South Beach. The gay beach is located at 12th Street and Ocean Drive. It is not too difficult to find, with the rainbow flags marking the territory between two chair rental spots.
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Boasting a glittering tapestry of sun-kissed beaches, vibrant neighbourhoods, and non-stop nightlife, Miami has long been a radiant beacon for the LGBTQ+ community. The iconic gay-friendly South Beach, known for its lively LGBTQ+ scene and colourful Art Deco architecture, truly shines as a premier destination for gay travellers. The following neighbourhoods offer something for all visitors.
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