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2025 brought both joy and heartbreak to the Miami music scene: the triumphant returns of Churchill\u2019s<\/a> and Las Rosas<\/a>, the debut of the Doral Amphitheater<\/a>, and the announcement of the bitter loss of Gramps<\/a>, which closed its doors on January 4. But 2026 is looking brighter, with a fresh crop of venues of all shapes and sizes set to open in the coming months.<\/p>\n From arenas to intimate listening lounges, here are the most anticipated new music spaces for the year ahead \u2014 plus a few recent additions you should have on your radar.<\/p>\n As New Times<\/em> reported<\/a> earlier this month, Midline will launch in one of Miami\u2019s most coveted neighborhoods: Wynwood. The two-story venue will officially open in January, with a sneak-peek NYE event to kick things off. Fully indoors, the space offers modular setups and can host up to 1,200 music lovers. It\u2019s positioned as a prime spot for mid-sized touring acts. Another perk? It\u2019s right next to the Arlo Hotel \u2014 ideal for out-of-towners catching a show or locals who partied a little too hard and need a bed nearby. 2221 NW Miami Ct; midlinemiami.com.<\/a>\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n Little River is about to get a vinyl-forward listening lounge perched above Fooq\u2019s. Imagined by the We All Gotta Eat group, this intimate dance club draws inspiration from early-2000s New York nightlife, infused with local flavor. Instagram posts reveal mirrored walls, a disco ball, and sultry red lighting. Expect global DJ lineups, a wine-forward menu, and top-tier cocktails. 150 NW 73rd St., Miami; instagram.com\/lionsden_miami<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n For the nostalgia lovers: February might be your lucky month. On the venue\u2019s centennial, the historic Miami Jai Alai building will be reborn as JAM Arena inside Casino Miami. With a 1,500-person capacity, the venue plans to host live music, comedy, and cultural events \u2014 while keeping its iconic jai alai court. 3500 NW 37th Ave, Miami; playcasinomiami.com.<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n A fresh entry that made its debut during Art Basel Miami week, Little River Studios has quickly become a hot topic. Reimagined from a former photo and film studio, the open-air venue has already hosted Ti\u00ebsto, Francis Mercier, Hugel, and more. With programming by Unkommon Events, 2026 will test how it settles into year-round rhythm. 300 NE 71st St., Miami; instagram.com\/unkommonevents<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n Little River studios rendering.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n Opened quietly in late November, this cozy speakeasy sits above Babette in Coral Gables. Local indie favorite Millionyoung will ring in the New Year on January 2, kicking off a weekly rotation: Sake & DJs on Wednesdays, and live music on Thursdays. Add croquetas de jam\u00f3n, craft cocktails, and plush Victorian-style decor to the mix, and you\u2019ve got yourself a well-rounded night out. 303 Alcazar Ave., 2nd Floor, Coral Gables; romeoroom.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n The vinyl speakeasy wave continues. Slated to open in summer 2026 on the third floor of the new Rivani Miami Beach tower, this yet-unnamed space takes cues from Tokyo\u2019s Sh\u014dwa-era listening bars. Renderings show<\/a> walls lined with records \u2014 but no word yet on who\u2019ll be behind the decks yet. 1691 Michigan Avenue; rivani.com<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\nMidline<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Lion\u2019s Den Miami<\/strong><\/h2>\n
JAM Arena at Casino Miami<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Little River Studios<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Romeo Room<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Vinyl Listening Room at Rivani Miami Beach<\/strong><\/h2>\n