Best Things To Do In South Florida With Kids This Weekend

South Florida Family-Friendly Weekend Roundup  

March 13-15

All Month Long:

Cirque du Soleil: LUZIA – Miami

Step inside a waking dream of acrobatics, music, and stunning visuals, bringing the sights and sounds of Mexico to life under the Big Top at Gulfstream Park.

 February 19 – April 25, 2026

10% off with code: MOMAPPROVED10 (2 tickets per transaction)

 Tickets: https://feverup.com/m/457507 

 Superblue Miami – Immersive Art Experiences
 1101 NW 23rd Street, Miami, FL 33127
  Available all month long
Step into a breathtaking immersive art experience that’s perfect for families, date nights, or a fun solo outing.
  10% off with code: MOMAPPROVED10
Buy tickets: https://feverup.com/m/26829

Easter at the Farm – Tinez Farms

 Open Tuesday–Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Saturday–Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM | Closed Monday

 Tinez Farms 16405 SW 177th Ave, Miami, FL 33187

Experience the joy of Easter at Tinez Farms! Enjoy spring photo ops, festive Easter décor, family-friendly activities, and sweet animal encounters, perfect for making lasting memories.

 Buy tickets

The Berry Farm’s Strawberry Festival

Time: Various times

Location: The Berry Farm, 13720 SW 216th Street, Miami, FL 33170

Cost: $23 adult, $17 child (ages 3–12); Weekdays: $14 adult, $11 child Website

Details: Celebrate strawberry season the South Florida way at The Berry Farm’s annual Strawberry Festival! Enjoy strawberry picking, seasonal treats, farm-fresh barbecue, and family-friendly activities throughout the festival. 

Luck of the Leprechaun

Dates: March 1–31, 2026 | Daily, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Location: Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden

Follow the map, trace clues, and discover hidden treasures in this storybook adventure across 83 acres of palms, orchids, and tropical conservatories. A magical experience for the whole family, celebrating wonder and discovery.

Tickets Included with garden admission. Visit Fairchild Garden for details.

Miami-Dade County Youth Fair

Dates: March 12 – April 5, 2026 (Closed March 16–17 & March 30–31)

Location: Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition

Enjoy rides, games, live shows, fair food, and family fun all season long. Kids 5 & under enter FREE every day. Miami-Dade County Public School students (Grades K–12) receive one FREE admission ticket through their schools; homeschool students can request a free ticket by emailing exhibits@fairexpo.com

Friday March 13

Pi Day: A Sweet Celebration of Math, Play, and Creativity

Dates: March 11–16, 2026

Location: Museum of Ice Cream Miami

Celebrate Pi Day with interactive math-themed activities for the whole family. Explore a museum-wide Pi Day Challenge, enjoy a limited-edition Pi Day treat (Mathnasium's Ice Cream à la Pi), and participate in hands-on learning experiences that make math fun. The event culminates in the Pi Magnet Room with challenges involving Pi-digit sequences, circles, and calculating the perfect scoop of ice cream.

Tickets: https://www.museumoficecream.com/miami/

Storytime in the Park

Dates: March 13, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Location: Washington Park

Join an outdoor storytime featuring author Satonya Tayari reading from her children’s book The Very Best Part of Me. Each child will receive a free book to take home. Parents and caregivers are welcome to bring lawn chairs; blankets provided for children to sit comfortably.

FREE event. Courtesy of the Children's Services Council of Broward County and Broward Reads.

Movie Night: Zootopia

Dates: March 13, 2025 | 7:00 PM

Location: Losner Park

Enjoy a family-friendly outdoor movie night featuring Zootopia. Bring lawn chairs, cozy blankets, and your favorite snacks for a relaxing evening under the stars with the community.

FREE event hosted by the City of Homestead. Visit the city’s website or social media for details.

Saturday March 14

Pi Day: A Sweet Celebration of Math, Play, and Creativity

Dates: March 11–16, 2026

Location: Museum of Ice Cream Miami

Celebrate Pi Day with interactive math-themed activities for the whole family. Explore a museum-wide Pi Day Challenge, enjoy a limited-edition Pi Day treat (Mathnasium's Ice Cream à la Pi), and participate in hands-on learning experiences that make math fun. The event culminates in the Pi Magnet Room with challenges involving Pi-digit sequences, circles, and calculating the perfect scoop of ice cream.

Tickets: https://www.museumoficecream.com/miami/

PAMM Free Day 

Dates: March 14, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Location: Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM)

Celebrate Women’s History Month with free family art activities inspired by American Dominican artist Joiri Minaya, featured in Shadows and Traces: Selections from PAMM’s Collection. Create your own artworks using color, repetition, and pattern-making, participate in games and giveaways, and enjoy a docent-led tour exploring Minaya’s work.

FREE admission

Free Family Fun Day

Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM 

Location: HistoryMiami, Miami, FL

Cost: Free

https://historymiami.org/events/

Details: Enjoy a full day of family-friendly activities at HistoryMiami! Explore exhibits, engage in hands-on learning, and participate in interactive experiences designed for kids and families. Perfect for a fun and educational outing.

Picnic de Libros

Dates: March 14, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Location: Koubek Center

A free bilingual family event celebrating stories, arts, and imagination with activities for kids of all ages. Enjoy a puppet-making workshop with Danly Arango, storytelling performances of Panchito y Lolito, el robo de las pelucas by actors Mónica Quintero and Juan Bautista, hip-hop classes with Supahmario, and games and entertainment by Creative Stage Productions. Families can also enjoy picnic baskets filled with books, food trucks, and more.

FREE admission with complimentary valet parking.

Touch-a-Truck

Dates: March 14, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Location: Plantation Equestrian Center

Explore and climb on police cars, fire engines, construction trucks, and more at this family-friendly event. Enjoy free pony rides, hayrides, and a sensory-friendly hour from 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM (horn-free) for younger attendees.

FREE admission.

Catch the Leprechauns

Dates: March 14, 2026 | 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Location: Doral Glades Park

A festive St. Patrick’s Day themed family event where kids can enjoy activities and games while trying to catch mischievous leprechauns. Bring already made traps to the event.

John Martin's St. Patrick's Day Street Festival
Dates: March 14, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 12:00 AM
Location: 253 Miracle Mile
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with live bands, entertainment, bar stations, food, and games at this annual street festival.
  FREE admission.

Sensory Friendly Saturday

Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM 

Location: Miami Children’s Museum, 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami, FL 33132

Cost: Free (RSVP Required)

https://www.miamichildrensmuseum.org/sensory-friendly-saturdays

Details: Families can enjoy a special sensory-friendly morning featuring a stage performance and interactive sensory-based activities. Designed to create a welcoming and comfortable environment for children of all abilities. Space is limited, so advance registration is required. Registration closes at 5:00 PM on the Friday before the event.

Fort Lauderdale St. Patrick’s Parade & Festival

Dates: March 14, 2026 | 11:00 AM

Location: Tunnel Top Plaza

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with a lively parade and festival featuring live music, Irish food, cultural activities, and a festive kids zone for families to enjoy.

FREE admission

South Dade Youth Music Festival

Dates: March 14, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Location: Losner Park

Celebrate the next generation of young musicians, artists, and performers with live performances, food vendors, interactive experiences, and opportunities for students to showcase their talent. A family-friendly festival hosted by Arts Access Miami.

FREE admission.

Farmers Market

Dates: March 14, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Location: Village Art Plaza Sunrise

Shop fresh produce, handmade goods, and local favorites while enjoying a relaxed morning at the plaza.

FREE admission

Sensory Saturday at The Frank, Pembroke Pines

 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Location: The Frank, Pembroke Pines, FL

Details: Join us for FREE Sensory Saturday at The Frank! This family-friendly morning features sensory-friendly activities designed to engage children in a fun, comfortable, and supportive environment. Perfect for kids of all abilities.

Spectrum Fair

Dates: March 14, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Location: Monolo Reyes Park

Join the Spectrum Fair for a day of fun activities and access to valuable community resources for families and attendees of all ages.

FREE event.

4th Annual Touch A Truck

Dates: March 14, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Location: Miami International Mall

Explore fire trucks, police vehicles, and other big trucks at this hands-on family-friendly event. Fun for all ages with opportunities to climb, explore, and learn about each vehicle.

FREE event. In partnership with Juan Carlos Bermudez and The Doral Family Journal.

CityPlace Doral Bunny Trail Easter Bash
Dates: March 14, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: CityPlace Doral
A free family-friendly Easter celebration featuring music, games, photos with the Easter Bunny, an egg trail, and a toddler zone. Activities include the Bunny Trail with a chance to win a Grand Prize Easter Basket, Hop & Play Game Patch with magic shows, youth Flamenco and K-Pop performances, story time by children’s author Michelle Martinez-Salom, and the Little Bunny Craft Burrow for decorating eggs and flower pots.
FREE event. RSVP required https://cityplacedoral.com/events/cityplace-doral-bunny-trail-easter-bash

SoMi Second Saturdays Night Market

Dates: March 14, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Location: Downtown South Miami

A St. Patrick’s Day–themed night market featuring live music by Retro-Sky, an Irish folk dancing class, chocolate coin giveaways, kids arts and crafts activities, festive hats, local artisan vendors, handmade goods, and a variety of food and drinks from small businesses.

FREE admission. Event takes place at SW 73rd Street & 58th Avenue.

City of Homestead Spring Bazaar

Dates: March 14, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Location: William F. Dickinson Community Center

Explore a variety of local vendors, unique goods, and community offerings at this annual Spring Bazaar. The event is open to all members of the community.

FREE admission.

4th Annual SABA FL Holi & Spring Festival

Dates: March 14, 2026

Location: Tradewinds Park

Celebrate the vibrant Holi & Spring Festival with live DJ music, Holi color throws, authentic Indian food, and family-friendly games and activities for all ages.Tickets / Info: https://www.instagram.com/p/DUoXSXngH0C/

Library events :

Read Along, Sing a Song: Diva Delores and the Opera House Mouse

Dates: March 14, 2026 | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Location: Miami Beach Regional Library

Experience interactive storytime with Florida Grand Opera's Bite-Size Opera! Enjoy live aria singing, crafts to take home, and an engaging introduction to opera for young children.

For more information, contact 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org

Build-a-Trap: St. Patrick's Day Craft

Dates: March 14, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Location: Palmetto Bay Branch Library

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a STEAM-inspired craft! Kids design and build their own leprechaun trap using colorful supplies and creativity. Materials provided; registration required.

Contact 305-232-1771 or smithk@mdpls.org

Read Along, Sing a Song: Diva Delores and the Opera House Mouse

Dates: March 14, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Location: Golden Glades Branch Library

Enjoy interactive storytime with Florida Grand Opera's Bite-Size Opera Experience! Features live aria singing and a craft to take home, introducing young children to the world of opera in a fun and engaging way.

Contact 305-787-1544 or pollasr@mdpls.org. Ages 10 and under.

Foodie Snacks - Rainbow Stick
Dates: March 14, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Coral Reef Branch Library
Join this interactive cooking series to make fun and tasty snacks! Kids create their own treats while adults learn creative recipes. Caregiver participation required. Registration required; supplies limited.
Contact 305-233-8324 or quiroslasom@mdpls.org. All ages.

Intro To Sharks with Sharks4Kids
Dates: March 14, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Westchester Regional Library
Explore the world of sharks with Sharks4Kids ambassador Jeynaliz Ortiz. Learn about shark species, their environments, and jaw-some facts in this fun, educational session.
Contact 305-553-1134 or gonzalezja@mdpls.org. Ages 6–12 years.

Brave (PG) - Women's Cinema

Dates: Saturday, March 14, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Location: Miami Beach Regional Library - Auditorium

Celebrate films by women, about women! Follow Merida as she learns the true meaning of bravery in this inspiring Disney-Pixar story (93 minutes).

Contact 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org. Ages 10+.

Sunday March 15

Orchestra Miami Family Fun Series

Dates: March 14, 2026 | 3:00 PM

Location: Pinecrest Gardens

Enjoy a family-friendly concert featuring Orchestra Miami and a Flamenco performance by Armour Dance Theater as part of the Family Fun Series.

Tickets$10–$18 https://www.orchestramiami.org/lets-dance

Pi Day: A Sweet Celebration of Math, Play, and Creativity

Dates: March 11–16, 2026

Location: Museum of Ice Cream Miami

Celebrate Pi Day with interactive math-themed activities for the whole family. Explore a museum-wide Pi Day Challenge, enjoy a limited-edition Pi Day treat (Mathnasium's Ice Cream à la Pi), and participate in hands-on learning experiences that make math fun. The event culminates in the Pi Magnet Room with challenges involving Pi-digit sequences, circles, and calculating the perfect scoop of ice cream.

Tickets: https://www.museumoficecream.com/miami/

Eco Block Party

Dates: March 15, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Location: Miami Worldcenter

Celebrate Miami Climate Week with an Eco Block Party featuring free samples, live music, and opportunities to learn about the city’s latest climate initiatives. The event will include appearances by Eileen Higgins and Damian Pardo.

 FREE event. Visit Miami Worldcenter’s website or social media for details.

Turtlepalooza

Dates: March 15, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Location: Crandon Park Nature Center

Celebrate sea turtles and coastal conservation with a day of environmental activities including a beach cleanup and an eco-village featuring local conservation organizations. Families can learn about protecting sea turtles and explore ways to help preserve South Florida’s coastal ecosystems.

FREE event. Register in advance for the beach cleanup through the Miami-Dade Sea Turtles link in their bio.

Calle Ocho Music Festival

Dates: March 15, 2026 11:00 am to 7:00 pm

Location: Little Havana

Experience 14 blocks of live music, food sampling, dancing, and family-friendly fun at Miami’s iconic Calle Ocho Music Festival. Don’t miss Guaynaa, King of Carnaval Miami 2026, on the Main Stage.

FREE admission.

Shamrock the Block

Dates: March 15, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Location: Keystone Park – Bobby Hamer Field & Joseph Weil Tot-Lot

Enjoy an afternoon of St. Patrick’s Day fun with traditional Irish food, beverages, dancing, music, and family-friendly entertainment. Guests are encouraged to dress as their favorite leprechaun for a chance to win prizes.

FREE event hosted by Councilman Kevin A. Burns

Bike & BBQ to Matheson Hammock Park

Dates: March 15, 2026 | 9:00 AM check-in, 10:00 AM departure

Location: Youth Center, Coral Gables

Join an 11-mile police-escorted bike tour ending at Matheson Hammock Park with a BBQ-style picnic, live music, lawn games, and refreshments. Optional group ride back to the Youth Center.

Tickets / Info: $10 per rider, includes a goodie bag with advance registration. Register at PlayGables.com or contact SpecialEvents@CoralGables.com.

Free Family Sundays at ICA Miami
Time: 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: ICA Miami, Miami, FL
Cost: Free
Details: Bring the whole family for a fun, interactive art experience at ICA Miami. Enjoy hands-on activities and creative programming designed to engage kids of all ages in exploring contemporary art.

Pinecrest Drive-Up Farmer’s Market
Time: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Pinecrest Gardens, Pinecrest, FL
Cost: Free
Website: https://www.pinecrestgardens.org
Details: Shop fresh produce and local goods in a convenient drive-up format at Pinecrest Gardens.

Palmetto Bay Farmer’s Market
Time: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Coral Reef Park, Palmetto Bay, FL
Cost: Free
Website: https://www.palmettobay-fl.gov
Details: Browse local vendors and enjoy fresh foods at this community favorite market in Palmetto Bay.

Vizcaya Weekly Farmer’s Market
Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, Miami, FL
Cost: Free
Website: https://www.vizcaya.org
Details: Shop for fresh produce and artisanal goods in the stunning setting of Vizcaya Museum and Gardens.

Lincoln Road Farmer’s Market
Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Lincoln Road Mall, Miami Beach, FL
Cost: Free
Website: https://www.miamibeachfl.gov
Details: Enjoy fresh produce, local goods, and community vibes in the heart of Miami Beach.

Farmer’s Market at Village of Merrick Park
Time: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Village of Merrick Park, Coral Gables, FL
Cost: Free
Website: https://www.villageofmerrickpark.com
Details: Discover fresh produce, artisanal foods, and local vendors while enjoying an upscale outdoor shopping experience.

Aventura Farmers Market
Time: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Location: Aventura Mall, Aventura, FL
Cost: Free
Website: https://www.aventuramall.com/farmersmarket
Details: Shop local produce, handmade goods, and artisanal foods at this popular indoor-outdoor market.