Miami-Dade County celebrates year-round with festivals and community events perfect for families. Calle Ocho Festival brings Latin music, food, and culture to the streets of Little Havana. Coconut Grove Arts Festival features family activities alongside world-class art. Beach towns host sandcastle contests and outdoor movie nights. Cultural celebrations from Haitian Flag Day to Chinese New Year showcase the county's diversity. Farmers markets, food truck rallies, and neighborhood block parties give families regular opportunities to connect with their communities while enjoying live entertainment and activities for kids.
This week in Miami-Dade County, families can enjoy a variety of free events focused on learning and fun. From story times to farm adventures, there's something for every young child to explore.
Northeast Dade-Aventura Branch
Little ones aged 0-5 can enjoy free stories, songs, and activities celebrating Hispanic heritage at the Northeast Dade-Aventura Branch.
Miami Springs Branch
Experience opera with your kids at the Miami Springs Branch. Enjoy singing, stories, and a craft, all for free.
Tinez Farms
Enjoy bounce houses, zip lines, and farm animals for free every Wednesday at Tinez Farms. A day of outdoor fun awaits!
Tropical Park
Support a fun, free outdoor fishing event for families at Tropical Park. Volunteers are needed to make this day a success.
Little Spartans Corner
Enjoy a free afternoon packed with arts, crafts, face painting, and entertainment, plus a complimentary BBQ at Little Spartans Corner.
Miami EcoAdventures
Join a free family event at Miami EcoAdventures to learn fishing tips and skills. A perfect way to enjoy the outdoors together.
Showing 31-59 of 59 activities matching filters
Join local author Sita Singh for a reading of her heartwarming picture book "Indigo Hands." This event explores family, tradition, and the art of indigo dyeing. Ideal for young readers interested in culture and creativity.
Join Sunny Isles Beach for a Halloween event with a Jurassic theme. Enjoy haunted, dino-sized fun and spine-tingling surprises.
Join Playtopia for a "not so spook-tacular" Halloween celebration! Enjoy a balloon house, cookie decoration, open play, and a special appearance by Halloween Mickey.
Florida Grand Opera presents an interactive opera experience for young children. Enjoy story time, live singing, and a craft. This event is a delightful introduction to opera for ages 0-10.
A Halloween-inspired festival for families with safe trick-or-treating, character appearances, a pumpkin patch, live entertainment, and games. This free event offers fall festivities and fun for all ages.
Join Florida Grand Opera for an interactive opera experience! Enjoy story time, live singing, and a craft. This event introduces young children to the world of opera, sparking imagination and joy. Recommended for ages 0-10.
Join the City of North Miami Beach for a Monster Mash Bash! This free admission event invites families to prepare their costumes for an unforgettable day. Businesses are also invited to participate.
Experience the biggest kite festival in Florida at Haulover Park. Enjoy giant kites, music, and a sky filled with hundreds of colorful kites. Bring a blanket and witness this spectacular event.
The sky will be filled with colorful kites, including giant show kites, at this major kiting event. Enjoy a day of spectacular sights, music, and community celebration. Kites and refreshments will be available.
Celebrate plant-based food, health, culture, and community at the District 3 Vegan Creole Fest. Enjoy delicious food, cooking demonstrations, inspiring speakers, and family-friendly activities.
Celebrate Miami's communities through art, music, and performance with hands-on activities inspired by local artists, architecture, and cultural traditions. Features interactive murals, art-making stations, and a show by Fantasy Theatre.
Experience a magical evening with House Sorting and Reading Under the Stars at Excelsior Prep. This event is designed for students to enjoy stories, fun, and school spirit.
Join The Berry Farm for their annual Harvest Festival, a beloved South Florida fall tradition. This family-friendly event features pumpkin patches, corn mazes, live music, hayrides, and seasonal activities across 40 acres.
Four Corners Charter Elementary School PTC is hosting a Trunk or Treat event and is seeking volunteers to help with candy donations, trunk decorating, setup, and cleanup. Families can participate by donating candy or signing up to volunteer.
Fantasy Theatre Factory's TYA Matinee Series offers theatrical performances for families. Experience stories, music, and wonder with shows like Little Monster Tales and Cinderella, A Fractured Fairytale.
Join for a day of fun, community, and connection with food trucks, vendors, and bounce houses. Explore the school's magnet fair and enjoy activities for all ages.
Explore radical chemistry reactions, get hands-on in the Mad Science Lab, and meet local scientists at this Halloween celebration. Programming is included with paid museum admission.
Fantasy Theatre Factory presents "Little Monster Tales" with funny stories about monsters and children brought to life through comedy, puppets, and music. Costumes are encouraged for this live performance.
A free and family-friendly dog costume contest part of the Trick-or-Treat on the Mile celebration. Dogs parade in imaginative costumes, delighting families and visitors.
A community Halloween celebration featuring a circus parade, games, prizes, music, and food. Includes an allergy-friendly candy station for safe treats.
The City of Miami Gardens hosts its Annual Fall Festival, a free event for the whole family. Enjoy a fun-filled day with activities and festive fall vibes, creating unforgettable memories with friends and neighbors.
Enjoy a day at the pumpkin patch with activities like pumpkin picking, photo opportunities, rides, animal encounters, and food. Experience classic fall vibes with options for everyone.
A day dedicated to veterans, military members, and their families. Connect with community resources and health services while enjoying family-friendly activities.
Celebrate fall at Pinto's Farm with a festival featuring pumpkins, a corn maze, petting zoo, rides, and seasonal treats. Enjoy photo opportunities and a restaurant onsite.
The 14th Annual ZooRun at Zoo Miami offers multiple race options including a Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and a ZooKidsDash. Participants enjoy a unique course, race shirt, medal, and Zoo admission, with proceeds benefiting Zoo Miami Foundation.
Join a 5K race and festival supporting Uplift Literacy. This event includes a Kids' Dash, live music, food, and family fun, all aimed at bringing literacy support to children and families.
Explore Miami's most exciting Vintage Car Show at the Deering Estate. Enjoy a variety of vintage cars from 1965 and older, a vintage automobile scavenger hunt, children's crafts, lawn games, and nature preserve tours.
Join the 51st Annual WinterNational Thanksgiving Day Parade in North Miami. This festive event features marching bands, performance groups, and community organizations, celebrating family and community fun.
Join us January 1st for our Anniversary Skate as we roll back to 1987 pricing with a $4 Skate Session! Pick one of the 2 sessions below: Session 1: 12PM - 3PM, Session 2: 4PM - 7PM.