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Weekend Family Fun in Miami: July 26–27, 2025
Weekend Family Fun in Miami: July 26–27, 2025
Looking for something fun (and free!) to do with the family this weekend? Whether you're into musicals, outdoor markets, back-to-school giveaways, or sensory-friendly museum mornings, there's something for everyone across Miami and beyond. Here’s your guide to all the kid-friendly events happening this Saturday and Sunday:
Saturday, July 26
Saturday, July 26
Color Our World: Family Fun Day & Book Fair
Celebrate the winners of the 2025 Summer Reading Challenge with games, pony rides, a petting zoo, face painting, book giveaways, a scavenger hunt, and character appearances by Bluey, Spiderman, and Sonic & Tails!
📍 North Miami Public Library, 835 NE 132nd Street
🕙 10 AM – 2 PM
Shrek the Musical
A family-friendly stage performance of the beloved green ogre’s story.
📍 Actors’ Playhouse at Miracle Theatre, Coral Gables
🕑 2 PM
🎟️ Tickets here
Tarzan the Stage Musical
Swing into the jungle with this action-packed musical!
📍 Area Stage
🕑 2 PM & 7 PM
🎟️ Use code Mommiami15 for 15% off — Buy tickets
AileyCamp Miami 2025: "Rhythms of Resilience" Final Performance
Enjoy a powerful evening of dance and spoken word, performed by local middle school students after six weeks of training.
📍 Adrienne Arsht Center, Knight Concert Hall
🕢 7:30 PM
🎟️ FREE with RSVP
River Cities Back-to-School Backpack & Resource Fair
Free backpacks, school supplies, and community resources for families preparing for the new school year.
📍 Miami Springs Senior High, 751 Dove Avenue
🕘 9 AM – 12 PM
💡 Supplies are limited — arrive early!
🍓 Farmers Markets – Saturday Picks:
Brickell Farmers Market at The Underline – 9 AM to 4 PM
Family Movie Night & Twilight Bug Safari at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden
🗓 Saturday, July 26th | ⏰ 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Twilight Bug Safari – Discover glowing bugs & butterflies after dark
Wings of the Tropics Exhibit – Open late just for the night (6:30–8:30 PM)
Bubble Bash Dance Dash – A bubbly dance party for all ages (6:30–8:30 PM)
Big Bug Cinema – Outdoor screening of ANTZ under the stars at 8:30 PM
📌 Location: 10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables, FL
FREE Library events:
Wizard World: Madam Mauve's All Occasion Shirts
Saturday, July 26: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Fairlawn Branch
Attention witches and wizards of all ages! Create your own stylish shirt inspired by the Harry Potter books and movies. Please bring a dark cotton t-shirt to decorate. Registration is required. For more information, please contact 305-261-1571 or recordr@mdpls.org. Ages 5 yrs.+
Registration is now closed
Miami Migration - Presented by Pelican Harbor Seabird Station
Saturday, July 26: 1:00pm - 2:00pm
South Miami Branch
Join us for an engaging presentation on Pelican Harbor Seabird Station's efforts to protect local wildlife with a focus on migratory birds. Learn about the rehabilitation process, the local species they care for and how you can help make a difference in environmental conservation. Don't miss the chance to meet the charming ambassador animals who help bring their mission to life! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-667-6121 or sandar@mdpls.org. All ages
Back to School Bash! - Bookbag and School Supply Giveaway
Saturday, July 26: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Hialeah Gardens Branch
Join us for a bookbag and school supply giveaway. Hosted by Commissioner Juan Carlos Bermudez and the Miami-Dade Public Library System. For more information please contact us 305-820-8520 or ruizo@mdpls.org. All ages.
Saturday, July 26: 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Doral Branch
Acompáñenos a disfrutar de una divertida hora de cuentos y una experiencia de juego interactivo con sus hijos. Escuche cuentos, muévase al ritmo de la música y disfrute de las interacciones sociales mientras ellos desarrollan sus primeras habilidades de lectura. Para más información, comuníquese con la biblioteca al 305-716-9598 o blancom@mdpls.org. Para niños de 3-5 años.
Saturday Movie Matinee - Moana 2 (PG)
Saturday, July 26: 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Coconut Grove Branch
Enjoy an afternoon movie with family and friends! Moana 2 reunites Moana and Maui three years later for an expansive new voyage alongside a crew of unlikely seafarers. After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana must journey to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she's ever faced. Snacks will be provided! 100 minutes. For more information, contact 305-442-8695 or hernandezje@mdpls.org. All ages.
Color Your World with Books starring Brent Gregory! - Summer Reading Challenge
Saturday, July 26: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - First Floor Community Room
Prepare to be blown away by Brent Gregory and his exciting magic show. For more information, please contact the branch at 305-375-2665. All ages.
Saturday, July 26: 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Lakes of the Meadow Branch
Join Marci and her furry friends as they solve mysteries using comedy, magic and storytelling! For more information, please contact the branch at 305-222-2149 or centenof@mdpls.org. Ages 3 - 8 yrs.
Sunday, July 27
Sunday, July 27
Sensory-Friendly Sunday at Museum of Discovery & Science
Designed for children on the autism spectrum — enjoy a low-sensory environment and early museum access.
📍 Museum of Discovery and Science, Fort Lauderdale
🕙 10 AM – 1 PM 🎟️ FREE with RSVP
Chick-fil-A Hialeah Westland Backpack Giveaway
The 5th annual giveaway with live DJs, fun, and FREE backpacks for kids (while supplies last).
📍 Chick-fil-A Hialeah Westland (Drive-Thru)
🕙 10 AM – 1 PM
Child must be present. One backpack per student.
Movies at The Yard: Ratatouille
Bring a blanket and catch this FREE family favorite under the stars!
📍 The Doral Yard
🕒 3 PM
🎟️ FREE
Free Family Day at The Bass Museum of Art
Enjoy hands-on art activities and free museum admission.
📍 Bass Museum of Art
🕑 2 PM – 4 PM
🎟️ FREE
National Chicken Finger Day Festival at Miami Children's Museum
Celebrate with a day full of tasty bites and family fun!
📍 Miami Children's Museum
🕘 10 AM – 4 PM
Complimentary chicken finger bites (10 AM – 12 PM)
Sweet snow cone samples (12 PM – 4 PM)
Foam frenzy machine fun (11:30 AM – 4 PM)
If I Gave the World My Blanket performances (11:30 AM & 4 PM)
Main stage performance by @gmcsflorida at 2 PM
Tarzan the Stage Musical
📍 Area Stage
🕑 2 PM & 7 PM
🎟️ Use code Mommiami15 for 15% off — Buy tickets
🍓 Farmers Markets – Sunday Picks:
Palmetto Bay Farmers Market – 8:30 AM to 3 PM | Coral Reef Park
Vizcaya Village Farmers Market – 9 AM to 2 PM
Pinecrest Farmers Market – 9 AM to 2 PM | Pinecrest Gardens
Lincoln Road Farmers Market – 9 AM to 5 PM | Lincoln Road Mall
Merrick Park Farmers Market – 11 AM to 5 PM | Village of Merrick Park
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