12 New Venues in Miami/South Florida for Summer 2025 Meetings and Events

In late November 2024, Palm House opened the arched doors to a laid-back, coral-hued haven from L+R Hotels boasting 58 rooms and 21 suites laced with Mediterranean Revival style. Cooper Carry architectural firm was at the helm, breathing Palm Beach chic into the Addison Mizner-inspired reimagination. Seashell installations, Murano-glass chandeliers, and pink marble complement Palm Bar, which is stationed in the lobby, just outside the oak- and turquoise-accented indoor-outdoor, 88-seat dining room, which offers breakfast and a flavorful menu of Nobu-style Japanese and Peruvian fusion delicacies for lunch and dinner. 

The serene Sunset Pool Deck is the alfresco focal point with butler and food and beverage service, and sits adjacent to 4,428 square feet of dedicated meeting and event space, nearest to 694-square-foot Garden Terrace with a dedicated bar that can host intimate ceremonies and cocktail parties. The Ballroom (3,082 square feet with capacity for 175 reception style) is suitable for weddings, conferences, and galas, and the Atrium (652 square feet with capacity for 120 banquet style) is stationed outside the ballroom and can host prefunction gatherings, corporate dinners, baby showers, and client meetings. Four hand-blown coral-and-white Murano-glass chandeliers and wall sconces, seaspray-patterned carpet, floor-to-ceiling arched mirrors, and dramatic windows lend a light and airy atmosphere. Depending on availability, the grandiose, two-story presidential suite can cater to board meetings or intimate gatherings. Meeting and event space semiprivate and full buyouts, as well as full hotel buyouts, are custom quoted.

In February, Fort Lauderdale welcomed 8,500-square-foot TIMBR to bustling Las Olas Boulevard. More than 50,000 flowers, real trees, and ethereal firefly lighting create an immersive and enchanting vibe at the already-Instagram-famous restaurant, which houses the Parc Dining Room (seating for 84 and eight at the bar); the Atrium (seating for 60 and six at the bar); and the Lounge (80 seated and six at the bar), which boast Venetian plaster walls, Italian stone floors, custom-built furniture, plus a glass-encased kitchen. Vineyard cuisine offers wood-fired American fare with European influences using seasonal ingredients in a mix of small appetizers and shared plates (oxtail empanadas, roasted bone marrow, mussels frites, and charcuterie) and hearty entrees (short rib ragu, braised lamb shank, and the showstopping individual beef Wellington), plus salads, artisanal pizzas, prime steaks, and sides—all of which pair nicely with artisanal cocktails and curated wines. The space can host corporate dinners, client meetings, birthdays, baby showers, weddings and engagement parties, creative brand activations, fashion or art events, influencer and media dinners, and more; prices vary.

Planted in the heart of South Beach, Kimpton Angler’s Hotel debuted two new meeting and event spaces, The SoBe Room and SoBe Terrace, in April, which join eight additional options and increase the total meeting and event space to 22,970 square feet. Both spaces have been reimagined and converted into an indoor-outdoor, multiuse, multipurpose event, function, and meeting venue that can be booked individually or together. The SoBe Room (2,500 square feet) has sleek interiors and can accommodate anywhere from 40 guests classroom-style to 150 guests for receptions. The lushly landscaped SoBe Terrace (1,470) can accommodate banquets of up to 100 guests. Along with the venues are new banquet menus from Georgios Hospitality, which oversees the on-site restaurants and bars, featuring scalable options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffets; boxed lunches; morning and afternoon breaks; and receptions, with beverage and all-day packages also available. Book the spaces for corporate meetings and events, activations and pop-ups, social gatherings and celebrations, team building, and more. Buyouts for both spaces start at $5,000 per day.

In January, the historic Hotel Continental reopened as the first Tapestry Collection by Hilton property in Miami Beach along bustling Collins Avenue, less than one block from the beach, boardwalk, and Faena fashion and entertainment district. The hotel has 100 guest rooms and 2,228 square feet of meeting and event space. The MiMo-inspired pool is home to Piola Famosi Per La Pizza Restaurant with salads and authentic brick oven-baked Italian pizzas. Retro-chic Divebar features a self-pour beverage wall powered by RFID technology that invites guests to pour their own craft cocktails, wines, and local beers by the ounce, and offers a variety of hot and cold tapas. Mixer is the dedicated event-friendly pool lounge, which totals 2,500 square feet, including the pool deck, with capacity for up to 90 guests. The light and breezy atmosphere is furnished with low tables and lounge seating, and offers a menu of small bites. It’s ideal for private corporate events, team building, client meetings, and baby showers, and buyouts range from $5,000 to $7,000.

The two-story, 30,000-square-foot Eataly Aventura complex, which features a cooking school, two sit-down restaurants, a cafè with several quick-service counters, a retail section with housemade and made-in-Italy products, and a wine store with a dedicated Riserva room opened in the Aventura Mall in June. Vibrant murals from Florida-born visual artist Jason Woodside color the space. The downstairs cooking school, La Scuola, seats 20 classroom-style and 30 for a standing reception, and classes include pasta, dessert, and cheese board making, along with wine tasting. Upstairs, Il Pastaio offers freshly made pasta (40 guests seated; 35 guests standing bar reception) for a more casual experience. La Pizza & La Pasta features a main dining room suitable for groups of 10 to 20 guests per party or up to 220 to 300 for full buyouts depending—there’s also a private dining room for semiprivate events of 25 guests or fully private for 50 to 94 guests. Fare includes traditional pizzas, freshly made and imported pastas, and authentic desserts, as well as cocktails and build-your-own spritzes, Italian wines, and beer. Event pricing starts at $2,500 and varies based on space, event type, and date.

The world’s first pickleball stadium with 43 courts with lakeside and beachfront access, The Fort opened in January in Fort Lauderdale. There’s more than 30,000 square feet of event space for celebrations, weddings, galas, team-building tournaments, fundraisers, concerts, and more. There are eight breakout areas, including the lawn (200 guests); marketplace (20-30 guests); outdoor bar and promenade (150 guests); dedicated event venue (224 guests); restaurant (100+ guests); private dining room (20 to 30 guests), stadium (1,500 to 2,000 guests), beach (1,000 guests), and two stages suitable for small and large live performances. In addition to pickleball, The Fort offers beach tennis, beach volleyball, standup paddleboarding, kayaking, and beach chair service. Pricing depends on event size and scope.

Originally designed in 1940 by Art Deco architect Anton Skislewicz, 2,213-square-foot Cleo at Balfour on iconic Ocean Drive opened in June. Cleo blends historic charm through oil paintings and artifacts with the warmth of the Mediterranean, bathed in natural light with white linen curtains and marble, stone, and terrazzo surfaces. The restaurant extends outside to Balfour’s lush courtyard and wraparound terrace, which is decorated with intricate terra cotta mosaic tiles that pop against neutral fabrics. There are four spaces (a semiprivate dining area, the internal courtyard, the west roof terrace, and the east roof terrace) for events, which can range from groups of 30 seated to 60 reception style, with menu prices ranging from $45 to $65 per person; final event pricing depends on scope and size, and buyouts are quoted on a case by case basis. Expect Old World cooking techniques in a homey atmosphere designed for sharing stories and mezzes, like halloumi fries, grilled Mediterranean octopus, hummus with roasted lamb, and specialty and zero-proof cocktails, along with wine, beer, and seltzers.

Designed by Clavel Arquitectos and Grupo RosaNegra’s CEO and founder Eduardo Beaven, 13,600-square-foot RosaNegra Miami opened in December 2024. The space exudes modern elegance with a contemporary design—natural elements, warm earth tones, a wooden ceiling, and expansive windows invite natural light. The bar area is framed by the captivating artwork style for which RosaNegra is known, while the expansive 4,364-square-foot outdoor patio offers a warm setting for alfresco dining accented with woven basket chandeliers, greenery, and plush seating. Beyond the main dining area sits a 1,250-square-foot speakeasy offering an intimate nook to enjoy live entertainment and craft cocktails. Executive chef Emiliano Galindo curates the Latin American eats starring dishes like burrata and mole, tuna tostadas, green ceviche, orzo pasta with ribs, and Josper seabass. Vibrant cocktails include Latin spirits like Brazilian cachaça, Charanda-aged rum from Michoacán, and Bacanora, an agave-based spirit from Sonora. The versatile space can cater to events of 40 to 800 guests, including private corporate gatherings, cocktail parties, birthdays, engagement celebrations, networking events, and intimate dinners. Pricing is based on space and event requirements.

In June, The Tips Golf, a two-story, 3,600-square-foot premium, membership-based indoor golf studio, made its debut on the second floor of the AC Hotel Miami Brickell. The lounge, designed by Stalemate Creative, offers sophisticated comfort in natural and earth tones, wood paneling, caramel leather seating, marble finishes, and floor-to-ceiling windows with sweeping downtown views. There’s a full-service bar with seating for 10 and an elevated cocktail list, along with a menu of canapes, dips, sandwiches, and sweets sporting fun golf puns—like the hole in one hummus and bucket of balls donut holes. Members and guests can access an upscale way to practice and play using Trackman iO technology in five simulators, with the option to book private lessons. The space is suitable for private parties, like birthdays, and corporate events, like team-building sessions, for up to 60 guests. Inquire within for pricing.

This posh and spacious 12,000-square-foot Fort Lauderdale steakhouse opened inside a former church in May. Jay’s merges classic glamour with modern swagger; it’s an immersive entertainment venue where diners can enjoy white-glove service while sipping upscale cocktails to catchy DJ beats. There’s a range of starters, seafood towers, and caviar service, a nightly prime rib tableside trolley, and elite USDA Prime steaks including filet mignon, Kansas City strip, ribeye, and a5 wagyu, and enhancements like sauces, toppers, butters, and a dipping salt flight, plus sides like lobster macaroni gratinee and dauphinoise potatoes. Jay’s has a main dining room, spacious bar and lounge, a secondary dining space, outdoor seating, and an upstairs VIP lounge, all of which are available for corporate dinners to birthdays to brand launch events. Three tiered menus range from $85 to $175 per person and curated entertainers like a firebreather, an electric violinist, a magician, are available to book. Event pricing ranges from $5,000 to $100,000 depending on the night, party size, and menu selection.

The Oakland Park neighborhood welcomed Pause Studio to Fort Lauderdale in April. The 3,100-square-foot wellness spa offers an intimate relaxation haven for small groups of 18 guests. Modern interiors are colored in natural hues, and soft lighting creates a calming atmosphere. The studio offers private cryotherapy, LED light therapy, float therapy, infrared sauna and cold plunge, compression therapy, IV drips, and vitamin shots, plus a dedicated lounge area. Full buyouts, or “pod parties” are available for $1,000 per hour. Registered nurses are available for wellness events, which can range from brand activations to corporate wellness day retreats, bachelor/bachelorette parties, low-profile birthdays, influencer events and content days, and brand activations.

After a soft intro in November 2024, the doors to South Miami’s 3,705-square-foot Kitchen 57 officially opened in January. The vibe gives sleek New York City-meets-Miami with iron shelving, black and white photos of restaurants and famous sightseeing venues, smooth distressed brown couches with dark wood bar stools, oversized windows, and a welcoming outdoor patio. Fare includes a range of bar snacks and starters, salads, pizzas, steaks, and fish dishes, and there’s a progressive cocktail program. The 700-square-foot private dining room can accommodate 45 guests, the main dining room seats 165 banquet style, and outdoor seating is available too. Kitchen 57 is open to private corporate events, team buildings, client meetings, baby showers, baptism parties, birthday parties, and holiday parties. The private dining room rental requires a $1,750 minimum on Friday nights, $1,500 on Saturday nights, and $1,000 during the week; full restaurant buyouts on Friday nights range from $25,000 to $30,000 and from $20,000 to $25,000 on Saturday nights, depending on the season.