What to Do in Miami This Week [Jan 5-11]

Each week, we round up what’s worth your time right now, from new menus and pop-up moments to festivals, openings, and low-key excuses to go out on a weeknight. Consider this your curated snapshot of the city as it moves through the week ahead—where to eat, what to drink, and what’s quietly (or loudly) happening around town.

Kitchen 57 Debuts a New Lunch Special

Kitchen 57 is quietly upgrading the midday routine in South Miami. The neighborhood favorite has rolled out a new lunch special that’s oh-so comforting: soup and a half salad for $18.99, available Tuesday through Saturday. Each day brings a different bowl—tomato bisque, chicken tortilla, loaded potato, cream of mushroom, or beef chili. Add to that $10 glasses of wine from noon to 4 p.m., and lunch seamlessly becomes more intentional. It’s the kind of easy, well-priced indulgence that turns an ordinary afternoon into something worth savoring.

Dry January at The Sylvester

The Sylvester is giving Dry January its own moment. All month long, the Midtown favorite is flipping three of its most popular cocktails into zero-proof versions that keep the bar’s signature attitude fully intact. The limited-time lineup is bold and playful—think matcha and honeydew in the Verde Dama, raspberry and coconut foam in the Couture Coochie, and a spicy-sweet, clarified Gator Albino with watermelon and jalapeño. Priced at $15, or $8 during happy hour (Tuesday–Saturday, 5–8 p.m.), the offering proves that skipping alcohol doesn’t mean dialing back flavor, creativity, or vibe.

The Sylvester is located at 3456 N Miami Ave., Miami, FL 33127. For more information, visit their official website.

Wine Tasting at Beauty and the Butcher on Wednesday, January 8

Beauty and the Butcher is giving Miami a reason to dress up. On Wednesday, January 8, the Coral Gables favorite hosts its monthly wine tasting from 6–8 p.m., inviting guests to sip, swirl, and linger in one of the city’s most seductive dining rooms. For $20++, enjoy 10 curated pours from around the world, live music, and 10 percent off dining—because one glass always leads to snacks. Expect an easygoing, discovery-driven vibe rather than stiff tasting notes. Feeling indulgent? Add Paquito Jamón’s ibérico ham experience with crystal bread and manchego for the ultimate midweek upgrade.

Beauty and the Butcher is located at 3500 Main Hwy., Coconut Grove, FL 33133. For more information, visit their official website.

National Oysters Rockefeller Day at CJ’s on Saturday, January 10

Celebrate National Oysters Rockefeller Day the South Beach way—with briny, baked oysters done right. Rich, buttery, and indulgent. This is seafood without pretense, served steps from the sand in a space that’s equal parts beach shack and neighborhood hangout. Rooted in family recipes passed down from Granny Jewel and Grandaddy Gus, CJ’s leans into comfort, generosity, and flavor that doesn’t try too hard. Pair your oysters with an ice-cold draft or a handcrafted cocktail, settle in, and let the ocean breeze do the rest.

CJ’s Crab Shack is located at 600 Ocean Dr., Miami Beach, FL 33139. For more information, visit their official website.

South Beach Jazz Festival Returns January 8–11

The South Beach Jazz Festival returns January 8–11, marking its 10th year with a citywide rhythm. Spanning multiple venues across Miami Beach, the four-day festival blends classic, contemporary, and Latin jazz with touches of R&B, hip-hop, and dub, creating a soundtrack that moves effortlessly through the city. At its core is a commitment to accessibility and inclusion, with musicians with disabilities featured throughout the weekend under the festival’s guiding theme, “From Disability to Serendipity.” Presented by Power Access, the programming extends beyond performances to include talks and cultural moments, with many free, outdoor events that invite everyone to listen, hang around, and connect.

For more information, visit the official website.

Art Deco Weekend Returns January 9–11

Art Deco Weekend returns January 9–11 for its 49th year, transforming Ocean Drive into a vibrant celebration of design, history, and Miami Beach culture. This year’s theme, Celebrating Air, Land and Sea, explores how early aviation, automobiles, and ocean travel shaped the arrival of Art Deco in South Beach and forever changed the city’s visual identity. Hosted by the Miami Design Preservation League, the free festival features architecture tours, vintage exhibitions, lectures, live music, and family-friendly programming. Expect pastel façades, nautical motifs, and geometric details to shine as Miami’s iconic style takes over the streets once again.

For more information, visit the official website.