Miami Family Friendly Weekend Roundup August 23-24

Looking for something fun (and free or affordable) to do with the kids this weekend? Here’s your roundup of family-approved events happening around Miami & South Florida!

Saturday, August 23

Barnes & Noble South Florida LEGO Bluey "Duck Cake" Build Event
📍 Multiple Locations
🕐 Fri Aug 22 – Sun Aug 24
👧 Ages: 4–10 years
💲 Free (must RSVP in advance)
Limited kits available. Call your local store to reserve your spot today!

Jurassic Quest
📍 Miami Dade Fair Expo 10901 SW 24th St, Miami, FL 33165
🕐 Fri Aug 22 – Sun Aug 24
👧 Kids under 2 FREE
💲 Use code MIAMI20 for 20% off tickets

Tickets

14th Annual Breastfeeding Awareness Family Day
📍 Doral Legacy Park
🕐 10AM–2PM
🎉 FREE Family Event

La Granja En Vivo – La Granja De Zenon
📍 James L. Knight Center
🕐 4:00 PM
🎟 Tickets

Say Yes to the Mess – Miami Children’s Museum
🧑‍🎨 Spray n’ Play Paint 10:30am–5:30pm
🧪 Slime Making 11:00am & 1:30pm
🎨 Wall Drawing 12:00 & 3:30pm
🫟 Splatter Paint 2:00–3:00pm
🎭 Stage Performances 12:30 & 4:00pm
🎶 Fun with @pjkidsofficial 1:00pm (Sunday only)

FREE Library Events (All Ages & Family Fun)

Weekend Storytime at the Reef
📍 Coral Reef Branch | 🕙 10:30am – 11:30am
Stories, songs and activities for children and their families. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-233-8324 or quiroslasom@mdpls.org. All ages.

Storytime Fun!
📍 Shenandoah Branch | 🕚 11:00am – 12:00pm
Interactive stories, silly songs, and craft time! Craft materials provided while supplies last. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-250-4688 or zunigad@mdpls.org. Ages 3–6 yrs.

Family Storytime and Craft
📍 Main Library – Children’s Department | 🕚 11:00am – 12:00pm
Fun and excitement as we read stories, sing songs, and have engaging activities. Followed by a creative craft the whole family can enjoy, or play and socialization time for younger kids. For more information, please contact (305) 375-2665 or hinzes@mdpls.org. Ages 1+ yrs.

Local Author Series with Dr. Sherrie Poitier-Liscombe
📍 Coral Reef Branch | 🕚 11:00am – 12:00pm
Join Dr. Poitier-Liscombe as she presents The Adventures of Sherrie and Chubbie, a heartwarming story of faith and discovery. After the discussion, participate in an engaging activity inspired by the book. For more information & to register, call 305-233-8324 or email quiroslasom@mdpls.org. Ages 7+ yrs.

Talking is Teaching – Talk, Read, Sing for Toddlers
📍 North Shore Branch | 🕚 11:00am – 12:00pm
Stories, songs and activities for toddlers and caregivers. For more information, contact 305-864-5392 or douglassb@mdpls.org. Ages 0–5 yrs.

The Culture Carousel: Stories, Activities & More!
📍 Doral Branch | 🕛 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Explore a new country’s traditions, languages and daily life through interactive activities, stories and games. Registration required. For more info, call 305-716-9598 or email blancom@mdpls.org. Ages 6–12 yrs.

Read Along, Sing a Song: Diva Delores and the Opera House Mouse
📍 West Flagler Branch – Children’s Room | 🕑 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Presented by Florida Grand Opera: interactive story time, live aria singing, and a fun craft. A magical intro to opera for little ones! For more info, contact 305-442-8710 or muniasm@mdpls.org. Ages 10 & under.

The History of Magic: 2700 B.C. to Present
📍 South Miami Branch | 🕒 3:00pm – 5:00pm
An interactive lecture on the history of magic, including live performance + Q&A. Presented by International Brotherhood of Magicians. For more info, call 305-667-6121 or sandar@mdpls.org. Ages 6+ yrs.

Saturday Movie Matinee – The Wild Robot (PG)
📍 Coconut Grove Branch | 🕒 3:00pm – 5:00pm
Watch The Wild Robot (101 min). Snacks provided! For more info, contact 305-442-8695 or hernandezje@mdpls.org. All ages.

 Sunday, August 24

Princess Party at The Doral Yard
🕑 2:00pm
🎟 Tickets: Click here

Back2School Market at The Citadel
🕐 1:00pm – 6:00pm | FREE
📍 8300 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL
🎟 Tickets: Click here

Sunday Funday with the Marlins
📍 LoanDepot Park | 🕐 1:40pm
🎟 Tickets: Click here

Jurassic Quest
📍 Miami Dade Fair Expo 10901 SW 24th St, Miami, FL 33165
🕐 Fri Aug 22 – Sun Aug 24
👧 Kids under 2 FREE
💲 Use code MIAMI20 for 20% off tickets

Tickets

Sensory-Friendly Sundays – Museum of Discovery & Science (Ft. Lauderdale)
🕙 Museum opens early for sensory-sensitive exploration
🎥 IMAX Film at 12:30pm | FREE

Say Yes to the Mess – Miami Children’s Museum (continued)
🧑‍🎨 Spray n’ Play Paint 10:30am–5:30pm
🧪 Slime Making 11:00am & 1:30pm
🎨 Wall Drawing 12:00 & 3:30pm
🫟 Splatter Paint 2:00–3:00pm
🎭 Stage Performances 12:30 & 4:00pm
🎶 Fun with @pjkidsofficial 1:00pm (Sunday only)