If you’re hoping to catch fireworks this New Year’s Eve, it helps to know which events include a confirmed display and which locations simply offer great viewing opportunities. While large public fireworks shows are limited this year, South Florida still offers plenty of ways to celebrate from organized events to scenic waterfront spots where the midnight moment can still feel special.
Confirmed Fireworks Events
New Year’s Eve Celebration in Miramar
If you’re looking for a guaranteed fireworks display, Miramar is the most reliable option in Broward County this New Year’s Eve. The city hosts an annual NYE celebration featuring live entertainment and a confirmed midnight fireworks show to ring in the new year. Based on past events, guests can expect live music, food vendors, a festive countdown, and a relaxed outdoor atmosphere. Lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged, making this a great choice for families and groups who want to celebrate comfortably. This is the best option if fireworks are a must and you want to plan around a confirmed, city run event.
Where: Miramar Regional Park (Baseball Field)
When: Wednesday, December 31st | 9pm – 12:30am
Cost: Event is free, $10 Parking
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New Year’s Eve at Shooters Waterfront
Shooters Waterfront is going bigger and better than ever for New Year’s Eve 2026 with a full waterfront celebration that includes fireworks.
Guests can enjoy a four course meal alongside DJ music, party favors, samba dancers, LED robots and a festive atmosphere right on the water. This is a great option if you’re looking to combine dinner, entertainment, and fireworks in one place.
Where: Shooters Waterfront
When: Wednesday, December 31, 2025 | 8pm
Cost: Ticketed dining experience
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Best Chance to See Fireworks
These locations offer excellent vantage points and are popular spots for catching fireworks around midnight. While visibility can vary based on location, weather and nearby celebrations, many people choose these events specifically for their strong chances of seeing fireworks.
Downtown Countdown
The Fort Lauderdale Orange Bowl Downtown Countdown is one of the most popular New Year’s Eve celebrations in South Florida. This downtown street festival draws thousands for live music, entertainment, and Fort Lauderdale’s iconic lighted anchor drop at midnight, the city’s signature countdown moment.
While this event does not include a traditional fireworks show, its location along the New River makes it a popular gathering spot where fireworks from nearby celebrations may be visible. Earlier in the evening, families can enjoy bounce houses, inflatables, face painting, games and a special early kids’ countdown before the party shifts into a high energy nighttime celebration with DJs and live music.
Where: Downtown Fort Lauderdale (SW 2nd Street & SW 5th Avenue)
When: Wednesday, December 31st | 4:30pm – 1am
Cost: Free
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New Year’s Eve Countdown Extravaganza
Celebrate New Year’s Eve in the heart of downtown Fort Lauderdale at this lively hotel hosted countdown party. The event features live entertainment, a festive crowd, and a prime downtown location close to waterfront areas where fireworks may be visible nearby.
This is a great option for adults looking for a classic New Year’s Eve party with easy access to downtown celebrations.
Where: Riverside Hotel
When: Wednesday, December 31st | 8pm – Midnight
Cost: Ticketed event
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Rooftop New Year’s Eve Party at Sunset Club
Ring in 2026 from above at Sunset Club, a lively, adults only celebration overlooking Hollywood Beach. Guests can enjoy a three hour premium open bar, hors d’oeuvres, and open format music by a live DJ, all while taking in rooftop views that offer a great chance to spot fireworks from nearby celebrations as midnight approaches.
Where: Sunset Club Rooftop Bar & Lounge
When: Wednesday, December 31st | 8pm – 1am
Cost: Ticketed event
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Caribbean Carnival New Year’s Eve Celebration
Ring in 2026 island style at B Ocean Resort’s high energy beachfront party filled with tropical flair. This festive celebration features live Caribbean inspired entertainment, carnival dancers, island flavors, a premium open bar, and a midnight champagne toast, all set inside the resort’s Point Ballroom. This oceanfront location offers a great chance to catch fireworks from nearby beachfront celebrations as the New Year arrives.
Where: B Ocean Resort
When: Wednesday, December 31st | 8pm – 1am
Cost: Ticketed event
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New Year’s Eve Cruises
New Year’s Eve Fireworks Cruise – Riverfront Cruises
Celebrate New Year’s Eve aboard a lively river cruise near the Las Olas canals. Guests can enjoy music, drinks, and panoramic views of the Fort Lauderdale skyline while cruising close to waterfront celebrations, offering a strong chance to see fireworks reflected across the water at midnight.
Where: Riverfront Sightseeing Cruises (Departures near the Las Olas canals)
When: Wednesday, December 31st | 11pm – After midnight
Cost: Ticketed event
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Musette Yacht Fort Lauderdale New Year’s Eve Party Cruise
Ring in the New Year aboard a high energy yacht party featuring music, dancing, drinks, and sweeping skyline views. While fireworks aren’t guaranteed, the yacht’s route places guests in prime viewing areas for catching fireworks from nearby waterfront celebrations as the clock strikes midnight.
Where: Musette Yacht (exact departure location provided with ticket)
When: 8pm – 1am
Cost: Ticketed event
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Public Places With a Good Chance to See Fireworks
If you’re not attending a ticketed event, these public areas are popular spots where fireworks may be visible depending on nearby celebrations and weather conditions:
- Downtown Fort Lauderdale waterfront parks & boardwalks
- Fort Lauderdale Beach public beach areas
- Las Olas waterways & canals
- Miramar Regional Park fields
Early New Year’s Eve Events for Kids
Not every family can wait until midnight to ring in the New Year, especially with younger kids. These events offer a fun way to celebrate together with music, activities, and countdowns that happen earlier in the day, so kids can enjoy the excitement with you and still make it home before bedtime.
Babies & Ballers at Tarpon River Brewing
Babies & Ballers is a lively, family focused celebration that blends great food, kid friendly fun, and a festive atmosphere for all ages. Families can enjoy an all inclusive dining experience, music, activities, and a balloon drop at 8pm, giving kids a fun countdown moment without waiting until midnight. It’s a great option for parents who want a sit down celebration that still feels special and celebratory for little ones.
Where: Tarpon River Brewing
When: Wednesday, December 31st | 5pm – 8pm
Cost: $75 adults | $25 children (ages 3+) | Free for ages 2 & under (RSVP required)
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Early New Year’s Eve for Kids in Miramar
This lively daytime celebration is packed with kid approved fun, including inflatables, popcorn, music, dancing, and a DJ keeping the energy up throughout the afternoon. The event wraps up with a festive early countdown at 4:50pm, making it a great way for kids to experience the excitement of New Year’s Eve in a relaxed, family friendly setting.
Where: Miramar Regional Park (Baseball field)
When: Wednesday, December 31st | 12pm – 5pm
Cost: Event is free, $10 Parking
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New Year’s Eve in South Florida offers many ways to celebrate, and there’s no single “right” way to ring in the new year. Whether you’re planning around a confirmed display or choosing a waterfront spot where the sky might light up at midnight, what matters most is celebrating in a way that feels right for you and your crew. Wherever the night takes you, here’s wishing you a safe, joyful, and bright start to the year ahead.
