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Things to Do with Kids This Weekend in South Florida
Looking for something to do with the kids this weekend? Here is every family event we know about for Saturday and Sunday across Miami-Dade and Broward, from Miami and Coral Gables up to Fort Lauderdale and Coral Springs. The list is collected daily from libraries, museums, parks, venues and community calendars, so last-minute additions show up here too. Use the age and price filters to narrow it down to toddler-friendly or free events, or switch to the map to find something close to home.
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Planning a Weekend with Kids in South Florida
Weekends here are busy: festivals, library programs, museum family days and outdoor markets all compete for the same Saturday morning. A few habits make it easier to pick well.
🗓️ Check Late in the Week
Many organizers post weekend events only a few days ahead, and plans change with the weather. This page updates daily, so checking again on Thursday or Friday often turns up events that were not listed earlier in the week.
☀️ Go Early, Then Head Indoors
Most of the year, outdoor events are most comfortable in the morning. A common local pattern is a park, beach or farmers market early, then a museum, library or indoor playground for the hot afternoon. Summer afternoons often bring thunderstorms, so an indoor backup is worth having.
🎟️ Free Weekend Fun
Library branches in both counties run free weekend programs, and many festivals, movie nights and community days are free to attend. See our free events in Miami-Dade and free events in Broward for options any day of the week.
📍 Stay Close to Home
Traffic between Miami-Dade and Broward can turn a short outing into a long drive. Use the map view above, or browse by area: Miami-Dade, Broward, Miami and Fort Lauderdale. Families with little ones can also check toddler activities across South Florida.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is there to do with kids this weekend in South Florida?
This page lists every kids and family event we have for this Saturday and Sunday across Miami-Dade and Broward: festivals, library storytimes, museum family days, outdoor events, classes and more. It is updated daily, and you can filter by age, price and area.
Are there free things to do with kids this weekend?
Yes. Library branches run free weekend programs, and many festivals, movie nights and community events are free. Use the price filter on this page to show only free events, or see our free events pages for Miami-Dade and Broward.
What can we do with kids on a rainy weekend in South Florida?
Museums, libraries, indoor playgrounds, trampoline parks and aquariums are the usual rainy-day options. Many of this weekend's library and museum events are indoors, so check the event details for the venue.
How often is this weekend list updated?
Every day. New events are added as organizers announce them, which is often only a few days before the weekend, so it is worth checking again on Thursday or Friday.
Which areas does this list cover?
Miami-Dade and Broward counties, including Miami, Miami Beach, Coral Gables, Doral, Hialeah, Aventura, Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pembroke Pines, Davie, Plantation, Coral Springs and nearby cities.
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