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Memorial Day Weekend 2025 Guide

The Hyundai Air & Sea Show returns on Saturday, May 24 and Sunday, May 25, followed by our annual Memorial Day Commemoration at Miami Beach Police Headquarters on Monday, May 26.

Check out the guide below so you can be aware of the traffic impacts and enjoy all of the weekend's events safely.

Hyundai Air & Sea Show

The Hyundai Air & Sea Show® is not just an event; it's an experience. As one of the largest gatherings of military equipment in the country, attendees will be treated to a spectacle of epic proportions. From United States military aerial demonstrations, cigarette offshore powerboat racing exhibitions, U.S. Customs and Border Patrol Drug Interdiction exercises and military parachute team demonstrations, there's something for everyone at this family-friendly event.

Saturday, May 24 & Sunday, May 25

11 AM - 5 PM

On the sand between 10 and 12 streets

There is no ticketed area, free public viewing of the show can be enjoyed between 1 and 21 streets. Please expect to see and hear military aircraft overhead on Friday, May 23, during rehearsals.

Florida Power & Light Patriot Display Village

Free to the public and spanning five city blocks, the Florida Power & Light Patriot Display Village showcases the five branches of the Armed Forces with interactive military equipment — tanks, helicopters, rifle range, tactical gear, and simulators as well as corporate activations including the Monster Energy Motocross Action Zone, Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Kids Zone, extreme sports, music, the Mission BBQ food court and more.

Saturday, May 24 & Sunday, May 25

11 AM - 6 PM

Lummus Park between 10 and 15 streets

Full event details, schedules, and livestream coverage can be found at www.usasalute.com.

Free Parking Shuttles

The city will provide free shuttle service to and from two designated event parking garage locations. Please look for the special parking shuttle identification signs prior to boarding. Parking shuttles will operate on Saturday, May 24 and Sunday, May 25 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., at intervals of approximately 15 to 20 minutes.

Designated shuttle pickup and drop-off locations are as follows: 

• 42 Street garage: shuttle bus will serve trolley stop #219 at Sheridan Avenue and 41 Street.  
• 17 Street, Pennsylvania Avenue and the City Hall garages: shuttle bus will serve trolley stop #200 at 17 Street and Convention Center Drive.

All passengers using the free shuttle service will be dropped off at trolley stop #106 located on the west side of Washington Avenue between 11 and 12 streets. Passengers should use this stop for their ride back to the parking garages. 

Alternatively, passengers can use the free Miami Beach Trolley service which will operate on an enhanced schedule, with two additional vehicles operating on the South Beach Loop and two additional vehicles assigned to the Collins Express Trolley to achieve an average service frequency of 13 to 15 minutes on both routes. The enhanced trolley service will operate from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 24 through Sunday, May 25. Outside of the enhanced service, the Miami Beach Trolley will operate regular hours and service frequency.

City of Miami Beach Kids Fun Zone

Children and their parents can participate in themed arts and crafts, lawn games, an Imagination Playground and the opportunity to write letters to our service members.

Saturday, May 24 & Sunday, May 25

9 AM - 4 PM

Ocean Drive and Lummus Park between 12 and 13 streets

City of Miami Beach K.I.D.S. (Kid ID Station) 

Miami Beach Police personnel will host a wristband ID program for children of all ages and/or adults with special needs. This free program aims to give parents, guardians and caretakers greater peace of mind. Children and adults with special needs will receive a free ID wristband with their name, guardian’s name and contact information. The stations will be located in City of Miami Beach tents staffed by Goodwill Ambassadors who will maintain spreadsheets with the names of each registered child or adult. The K.I.D.S. program is open to both visitors and residents.

Saturday, May 24 & Sunday, May 25

9 AM - 4 PM

Lummus Park at 8, 10 and 12 streets

5th Miamibloco Memorial Day Saideira Social

The 5th annual Saideira Social is Miamibloco’s signature community samba party, bringing together world-class musicians and Bateria Saideira, a powerful samba percussion ensemble. This one-night-only show blends Miami’s local talent with global rhythms in exclusive, unreleased collaborations and surprise performances.



Saturday, May 25

7 PM (Doors open at 6 PM)

Miami Beach Bandshell

7275 Collins Avenue

Boot Camp in Paradise: WWII in Miami Beach Exhibition

This free, outdoor exhibition features over 150 photographs and printed materials from 1942-1945, highlighting a time when Miami Beach became a vital training ground for over 600,000 U.S. troops preparing for World War II.

Saturday, May 24 through Monday, May 26

Sunrise to Sunset

Ocean Drive and Lummus Park between 11 and 12 streets

Ocean Drive Promenade Music Series 

The Ocean Drive Promenade Music Series returns on Sunday, May 25, with a performance by the Bossa Fusion Quartet. The perfect partnership between Tomati and Michelle began in 2005 in São Paulo, Brazil. Tomati is considered an icon of Brazilian guitar and is well known in Brazil as the guitarist for the house band on the TV talk show Programa do Jô. Pack a picnic blanket or bring a lawn chair to claim your spot on the lawn.

Sunday, May 25

5 PM

Lummus Park

Ocean Drive between 14 Street and 14 Place

Memorial Day Commemoration at Miami Beach Police Headquarters

The City of Miami Beach, in partnership with the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars 3559 Miami Beach Post, pays tribute to the memory of the men and women who fought and died for freedom with a wreath-laying ceremony and 21-gun salute this Memorial Day. The ceremony will take place at the War Memorial Cenotaph in front of Miami Beach Police Headquarters.

Monday, May 26

10 AM

Miami Beach Police Headquarters

1100 Washington Avenue

Protected residential zones for the Flamingo Park and South of Fifth neighborhoods will be in place each evening from 6 p.m. through 5 a.m. on Saturday, May 24 and Sunday, May 25 with barricades in place to restrict cut-through traffic in these residential areas. Flamingo Park and South of Fifth residents are encouraged to use Alton Road to enter and exit their neighborhood. There will be enhanced police presence in other surrounding neighborhoods. 

The Police Department will utilize and deploy fixed and mobile License Plate Readers (LPRs) throughout the city along with an LPR detail on the 5 Street corridor on Saturday, May 24 and Sunday, May 25 from 8 p.m. to 3 a.m. the following day. 

Additionally, the city’s traffic monitoring and management contractor will monitor major thoroughfares to detect incidents creating congestion based on available resources and equipment, including existing closed-circuit television and portable cameras in the city, the WAZE mobile application, portable variable message signs for traffic/event messaging, and modifications to traffic signal timing as needed to manage congestion. Traffic Monitors will operate 18 hours a day, from 7 a.m. to 1 a.m. from May 23 through May 25.

During hours when the traffic mitigation plan is in place, the Miami Beach Trolley will be enhanced and Miami-Dade County transit services will operate normally. The Transit App will be updated as needed to reflect service changes and important updates.

Effective Friday, May 23 at 9 p.m. through Monday, May 26 at 9 a.m., a high-impact flat parking rate of $30 per vehicle for nonresidents and $15 for residents will be imposed at all City parking garages in the Entertainment District. This includes parking garages at 7 Street and Collins Avenue, 12 Street and Washington Avenue, 13 Street and Collins Avenue as well as the Anchor Garage on 16 Street.

To view the list of municipal garages where visitors and resident can park and ride from, click here. There are numerous ways to get around Miami Beach on public transportation once you arrive, including free Miami Beach trolleys and Citi Bike.

No Drone Zone

To ensure the safety of all air show participants and attendees, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) in the City of Miami Beach during the following periods this weekend:

Friday, May 23 from 10:30 AM - 5 PM

Saturday, May 24 from 12 PM - 6 PM

Sunday, May 25 from 12 PM - 6 PM

Drones are strictly prohibited in Miami Beach during the above times. Thank you in advance for your compliance.

Miami Beach Police will be working 10-hour shifts with an Alpha/Bravo staffing configuration. Several local, state and federal law enforcement partners will be assisting MBPD with public safety, including, but not limited to, the Florida Highway Patrol, Miami-Dade Sheriff and Miami-Dade Schools Police. Miami Beach Fire, Ocean Rescue, Code Compliance, Parking, Public Works, Sanitation, and Parks and Recreation will also have significantly enhanced staffing throughout the weekend. 

Goodwill Ambassadors wearing branded pink T-shirts will be positioned throughout the Entertainment District to answer visitor questions while serving as liaisons to the Police Department.

High-Impact and Other Measures

The following high-impact measures will be in effect at 8 p.m. Friday, May 23 through 8 p.m. Monday, May 26, 2025 within the designated high-impact zone including along the public beach; the MXE mixed used entertainment district (excluding that portion of the MXE district between 73 and 75 streets) and that portion of the CD-2 commercial, medium-intensity district between Pennsylvania Avenue and Collins Court from 5 to 16 streets: 

• Local access restrictions will be enforced on some city streets to limit traffic routes and improve mobility for residents and business patrons.

• The issuance of business tax receipts will be suspended to promoters of any dance or entertainment events to be held at alcoholic beverage establishments in the MXE and CD-2 districts.

• Flat parking rate of $30 for non-residents and $15 for residents.

• The suspension and closure of business entities renting or leasing certain vehicles — including golf carts, low-speed vehicles, autocycles, motorized scooters, mopeds, motorcycles powered by motors of 50cc or less and motorized bicycles during the aforementioned timeframe.

The following additional high-impact and other measures may be imposed as necessary:

• Coolers, inflatable devices, tents, tables and similar objects may be prohibited on public beaches.

For updated information on Memorial Day weekend, visit www.ourcitymb.com. 

Water Safety

It’s important to recognize the signs of a rip current and know how to stay safe. Always swim near a staffed lifeguard tower, pay attention to the beach warning flags and don’t hesitate to ask a lifeguard if you’re unsure about conditions. Remember, alcohol and swimming don’t mix. Drinking can impair your judgment, balance and coordination, increasing your risk in the water.

Our Ocean Rescue lifeguards are on duty daily throughout the summer from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

For more safety tips and current beach conditions, visit miamibeachfl.gov/beachconditions.

Boat Safety

Before heading out on the water, take a moment to put safety first. A few simple precautions can help prevent accidents and ensure everyone has a safe and enjoyable day. Follow these boating safety tips:

• Always wear a life jacket
• Check weather and water conditions
• Stay aware of your surroundings
• Share your float plan with a friend or family member
• Take a boating safety course
• Keep essential safety equipment on board — like lights, a fire extinguisher, and flares
• Never operate a boat under the influence
• Use an Engine Cut-Off Switch if available
• Know and follow all boating rules

Let’s work together to keep our waterways safe for everyone. Learn more.