Spring Break in Miami 2022

Spring Break in Miami is once again calling... sun, warmth, palm trees, sizzling night scene, and even though Covid still presents some challenges, many of the iconic events will be back this year with adequate precautions. Our wonderful beaches, fantastic weather and warm ocean breezes are ready to welcome you...

ULTRA, the World's Premier Electronic Music Festival is back at Bayfront Park and Miami Music Week will be putting together a limited program this year.

So yes, come on down, it's time to perfect your tan, try out flyboarding or scuba diving, beaches, parks and open spaces are all OPEN.

For nature lovers, this is the perfect time for the outdoors, the Everglades are teeming with wildlife so make some time for a visit to our State and National parks before our migrating birds head out!

Here's what's on this Spring Break in Miami:

• Miami Music Week - March 22-27, 2022
• Miami Beach Live! - March 4 - 27, 2022
• ULTRA - the World's Premier Electronic Music Festival - March 25 - 27, 2022
• Beaches are OPEN - Here's what's different this year
• Where to stay in Miami during Spring Break?
• Things to Do - Watersports, Bay Cruises, Events, What's open and closed
• FAQ's - Drinking age, Drinking at the Beach, traffic patterns, safety guidelines, etc.

Miami Music Week

Miami during Spring Break is the epicenter of some high-octane partying and electronic music and dance events.

To call this "Music Week" is a major understatement. This is party central in steroids over a week long and then some, of highly charged events, a collection that keeps growing year after year.

This week-long affair features almost every major artist in the electronic dance music scene and thousands of revelers converging in dozens of venues from South Beach, Miami Beach, Wynwood and beyond. It all culminates with ULTRA, the world's most famous outdoor electronic music event.

Official MMW events are featured in many venues throughout the city. Check out the official site for latest confirmed events.

Miami Beach Live

This four-weekend concert series brings your five senses alive through sights, sounds, tastes and beyond. Move to live music performances from a wide variety of genres. Sink into the sand while watching movies on the beach. Savor a variety of foods that sing to your soul. Enjoy family-fun activities, art installations, sports and much more.

When? Weekends from March 4 - 27, 2022
Where? Various locations throughout South Beach
How Much? FREE
More Info Check out the official site for latest confirmed events.

Ultra - the World's Premier Electronic Music Festival

On its 22nd year, ULTRA is the world's most famous outdoor electronic music event.

Taking place over a three-day weekend and back in their old digs at Bayfront Park, this year's program promises to deliver a uniquely diverse, forward thinking line-up and is likely to be another sell-out.

When? Friday through Sunday March 25 - 27, 2022
Where? Bayfront Park
Tickets? 3-day passes as well as individual day tickets available. Find Tickets

For this year's line-up and more info: www.ultramusicfestival.com

Miami Beaches, Beachwalks, Parks are Open

• Parks, green spaces, beaches, beachwalks and baywalks are OPEN in our city!
• Beaches are open from sunrise to 10:00 pm.
• Here's our guide on Miami's Best Beaches

Where to stay in Miami during Spring Break?

Miami is a magnet for Spring Breakers that converge in the city seeking our gorgeous weather and the loads of highly charged events and parties taking place during this period.

Some mega events taking place during this period that draw the crowds include Miami Music Week, ULTRA and the Miami Open, so try booking as early as possible for the best deals. Whether you are here to party your heart out or just want to enjoy and relax in the sun, here are some top places to stay in the Magic City.

Booking.com

So where should you stay? The epicenter of the action remains South Beach and the Art Deco District area including Ocean Drive, Miami's legendary strip.

• Ocean Drive Hotels
• South Beach Hotels
• Beach Front Hotels in South Beach
• Miami Hostels: Yes, we have Hostels in South Beach!

Spring Break in Miami is also a great chance for families seeking a break from the cold temperatures, and we do have plenty of beaches where you will not be bothered with partying crowds and noise. Staying away from the South Beach area will assure you a more tranquil vibe so you can enjoy your surf and sun with the family.

The following areas will be quieter while still within easy reach of South Beach:

• Mid-Beach Hotels
• North Beach Hotels
• Surfside Hotels
• Sunny Isles Beach Hotels

Events and Things To Do This Spring Break 2022

• Get out on the Water! A cruise on the Bay...
• Try out Flyboarding
• Private Sailing Charters
• Jetskiing in Miami - The rules have changed, if you were born after January 1, 1988, read this!
• Our Everglades are teeming with wildlife, Take an Airboat Ride!
• Snorkeling the reefs, scuba, kayaking, swimming with dolphins ... Here's more Things To Do In Miami
• More outdoor fun stuff to do, activities, tours, attractions that are OPEN
• Catch a Heat Game!
• Tennis Lovers! Miami Open Is Here! - March 21 - April 3, 2022

A Cruise On The Bay...

This Spring Break enjoy a fantastic outing in the sun, enjoying the breeze and beautiful waters of Biscayne Bay and our magical skyline. A cruise on the bay is the perfect way to take it all in.

There are many options for cruises, check our Biscayne Bay Cruise options page.

Flyboarding

The newest craze in watersports, this is something you just HAVE to try!

With the right instruction, (which we had and we tell you all about it) you can be up and flying in no time and it's a feeling like no other...

There are a few places in Miami where flyboarding is available as well as many operators that will come to you, just agree on a time and place, the ultimate in convenience, reservations are of course a must.

• More about Flyboarding in Miami

Jetskiing in Miami: The rules have changed, if you were born after January 1, 1988, read this!

There are new rules for operating Personal Watercrafts such as Jet Skis and Wave Runners. Per Florida law, anyone born on or after January 1, 1988 must take a boating test. Luckily, the courses can be taken online so anyone that needs to meet this requirement can do so before arriving in Miami.

Here's a list of approved Boating Safety Education courses. The online course offered at www.boatus.org is free, others charge a small fee between $14.99 and $29.95.

And make sure you know the rules, there are a lot of no wake zones for the manatees as well as in the busy areas.

Take An Airboat Ride Through The Everglades

Zipping around these noisy vehicles through the vast wilderness of the Everglades is a fun adventure for everyone and a great way to explore and enjoy the wildlife that this area is loved for and this is the perfect time of the year, our "dry" season when animals concentrate in the wetlands in great numbers and are easier to spot.

Alligators, turtles, all sorts of wading birds... and wonderful panoramic views of the marshes and hammocks at our beautiful "River of Grass".

• Everglades Airboat Tours: Exploring the River of Grass

Your Own Private Sail Boat For A Fantastic 2-hour Tour On Biscayne Bay

Relax aboard a private sailboat, cruise the cristal clear waters of Biscayne Bay and take in the gorgeous views of the Miami skyline, Brickell, and Key Biscayne. Choose from several departure times throughout the day, including an evening sail for sunset views.

Refreshments and non-alcoholic beverages are included.

How Much? $495 per charter, 4-hour option $695 per charter

When? Multiple daily departures

Where? Cruises depart from Dinner Key Marina at 3400 Pan American Dr Pier 7-14, Miami, FL 33133, USA

›› More Info and Booking Private Sailing Trip in Miami.

›› More Miami Water Sports and Boating Activities

Watersports Galore! Book with confidence!

Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

More Activities, Tours, Attractions that are OPEN

It's time to get out! Make a reservation as many of the tours and activities are running on limited capacities. You can book with confidence as there is a free cancellation policy for most of the activities listed here, if your plans change and you cancel up to 24 hours in advance you will receive a full refund.

• Marinas are open and the following operators are taking reservations for Biscayne Bay Cruises now:
  • Leaving from Sea Isle Marina: The Adrenaline Junkie Jet Boat Ride
  • Leaving from South Beach: Splashdown: Duck Tour of Miami and South Beach
  • Leaving from Bayside: Thriller: 45-Minute Sightseeing Speedboat Tour, and The Original Millionaire's Row Cruise

• Beaches and Parks are open, time to go for a swim, kayaking, jetskiing, parasailing...:
  • From Dinner Key Marina: 30- or 60-minute Jet Ski Rides on a brand new Sea Doo GTI 130, Parasailing, Flyboarding, Paddleboarding and Kayaking, Tubing.
  • At Hobie Beach (Rickenbacker Causeway): Windsurfing rentals, individual and group lessons available, Hobie Cat Sailing, Paddleboarding and Kayaking.
  • Crandon Park, Bill Sadowski Preserve, Matheson Hammock Park: Kayak Treks and Adventures.
  • At Oleta River State Park: Paddleboard and Kayak Rental, Biking, Camping.

• Snorkeling Boats have resumed operations in the Florida Keys and at Biscayne National Park and John Pennekamp State Park
• The Everglades are open! The following outifts are conducting Airboat and Eco Tours now:
  • Gator Park: Everglades National Park Airboat Tour and Wildlife Show
  • Everglades Safari Park: $31.00 Discount tickets at Klook.com, from Miami incl. transport: Half-Day Everglades Airboat Ride & Wildlife Show
  • Sawgrass Recreation Park: Private Tour for your group only, Night Tour (Wednesdays and Saturdays only)
  • Everglades Area Tours: Mangrove Tunnel Kayak Eco-Tour meet at Everglades Chamber of Commerce Welcome Center Hwy 41/Hwy 29 Everglades City
  • Here's more on Everglades Airboat Tours

• Segway Tours have reopened and they are a great way to discover the Art Deco District, Ocean Drive, Fisher Island... You see a lot more gliding around than on foot while enjoying the breathtaking views and some fresh air! These Segway Tours are running right now
• The Wynwood Arts District is open, come check out this fantastic open-air museum with its stunning street art. A fun way to see it is with the 1-Hour Street Art Tour by Golf Buggy.

• Lion Country Safari is OPEN
• Zoo Miami is OPEN, tickets must be purchased online, members and Summer Pass holders must also make a reservation for the day of their visit.
• Vizcaya Museum and Gardens are OPEN
• The Deering Estate is OPEN and hikes, kayak rentals and Biscayne Bay Cruises have resumed.
• Tidal Cove Water Park at the JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa is OPEN
• The Fairchild Tropical Botanic Gardens are OPEN

Catch a Heat Game!

FTX Arena is where awesowe happens!

Don't miss your chance to see the Miami Heat during the break... who will be in town?

COVID-19 Safety: A number of new COVID-19 health and safety measures to help mitigate the risk of exposure and create the safest game day experience possible have been implemented and can be modified at any time.

Per the latest CDC recommendations, all guests, including fully vaccinated guests over the age of two, must wear a face mask while on Arena property. Cashless transactions have been implemented, there will be no cash transactions. There is a no bag policy. See all current measures in place here.

The Miami Open

The world's top tennis players converge in Miami for this two-week tournament, a great chance to see all your favorite ones in action and once again at their fantastic facilities at Hard Rock Stadium!

When? March 21 - April 3, 2022
Where? Hard Rock Stadium
How Much? $17+ for single session, Full Day and many package options to choose from.

More on the Miami Open, What's Different This Year, Getting There, Tips on Attending

And don't forget to check all March Events for 2022 including St. Patrick's Day events, Miami Heat and Florida Panthers Games

Spring Break Miami 2022 - Know Before You Go - Vacation Responsibly

• Legal drinking age in the State of Florida is 21.
• All direct or indirect consumption of alcohol will be prohibited on public beaches
• Drinking alcohol in public, smoking marijuana and driving under the influence ARE arrestable offenses.
• As in prior years, the city will ban alcohol, coolers, speakers or excessively loud music, glass containers, inflatable devices, styrofoam and tents on the beach.
• Driving a scooter in and out of vehicular traffic or on sidewalks is illegal, so is riding on top of cars
• Local access restrictions will be enforced on some city streets to limit traffic in order to improve mobility for residents and anyone patronizing businesses
• Open containers of alcoholic beverages are not allowed in vehicles at any time
• Last call for alcohol will be at 2:00 am from March 7 - 21 for businesses south of 16th Street
• More info at City of Miami Beach Spring Break 2022 Measures

BE WARNED: THERE WILL BE ZERO TOLERANCE FOR PUBLIC DRUNKENNESS, STREET FIGHTS, THEFT OF ANY KIND AND ILLEGAL DRUG USE.

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