Miami Family-Friendly Weekend Roundup: May 17–18

Looking for fun ways to keep the family entertained this weekend? We've rounded up the best family-friendly events, markets, and indoor activities happening across Miami on May 17 and 18. From immersive museum experiences and storytimes to festivals, concerts, and cultural celebrations — there’s something for every age and interest.

All Weekend Long

Zoo Miami – Dino Among Us Exhibit
Explore life-sized dinosaur sculptures in a wild new way at Zoo Miami!
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Superblue Miami
Step into a world of mind-bending, interactive art installations.
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Use code: MOMAPPROVED10 for 10% off

Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Immersive Experience
Immerse yourself in Michelangelo’s masterpieces without leaving Miami Beach.
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Use code: MOMAPPROVED10 for 10% off

Saturday, May 17

Coral Gables Family Literacy Festival
11 AM – 3 PM | FREE
Enjoy books, games, and fun under the tree canopy at the War Memorial Youth Center.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony – Lucia Martinez Gonzalez Tot-Lot
11 AM – 2 PM | FREE
Celebrate the grand opening of this brand-new tot lot at the North Miami Public Library.
835 NE 132nd Street, North Miami

Doral Central Park Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
10:30 AM – 5 PM | FREE
Celebrate the reopening of this incredible park space accessible via 92nd & 87th Ave.

Farmers Markets Around Miami

• Coconut Grove: 10 AM – 7 PM | 3300 Grand Ave.

• Aventura Mall: 11 AM – 7 PM

• Street Stages Miami: 5 PM – 8:45 PM | Historic Downtown Flagler

Saturday Special Events & Storytimes

Early Steps Playgroup
10 AM – 11 AM | Coral Reef Branch | FREE
Register: bmontgomery@fl.easterseals.com | Ages 0–5

Mandarin Storytime & Crafts
11 AM – 12 PM | Shenandoah Branch | FREE
Register: zunigad@mdpls.org | Ages 3–10

Family Storytime & Craft
11 AM – 12 PM | Main Library Children’s Dept | FREE
Info: hinzes@mdpls.org | Ages 12 mos.+

USCF Chess Tournament
11:30 AM – 4 PM | West Kendall Regional | FREE
All skill levels welcome! lopezp@mdpls.org

Winnie the Pooh Theater Performance
12 PM – 1 PM | Coral Gables Branch | FREE
Musical adaptation of the beloved story. Ages 5–12
Info: capleybr@mdpls.org

Mr. J Story Jams
1 PM – 2 PM | Coral Gables Branch | FREE
Interactive musical storytime for ages 0–5
Info: capleybr@mdpls.org

Read Along, Sing a Song: Opera Cat
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM | Kendale Lakes Branch | FREE
Live opera performance + storytime for ages 8 and under
Info: jacobsonf@mdpls.org

Mommy & Me: Flower Pot Painting
2 PM – 3 PM | Fairlawn Branch | FREE
Register: recordr@mdpls.org | Ages 2–5

Circus Show – Siboney Circus
3 PM – 4 PM | West Flagler Branch | FREE
Hula hooping, juggling, acrobatics & more for all ages.
Info: muniasm@mdpls.org

Moana Movie Screening (PG)
3 PM – 5 PM | Miami Beach Regional - Auditorium | FREE
Celebrate AANHPI Month with a screening of Moana

Sunday, May 18

Art + Mind Day at the Arsht Center
10 AM | FREE with RSVP
Family yoga, drumming, theater & hands-on workshops
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Free Trees for Miami-Dade Residents
8:30 AM – 11:30 AM | Miami Central Senior High School | FREE

Farmers Markets

• Palmetto Bay Market: 8:30 AM – 3 PM | Coral Reef Park

• Vizcaya Village Market: 9 AM – 2 PM | Vizcaya Museum and Gardens

• Pinecrest Market: 9 AM – 2 PM | Pinecrest Gardens

• Lincoln Road Market: 9 AM – 5 PM | Lincoln Road Mall

• Merrick Park Market: 11 AM – 5 PM

• Aventura Mall: 11 AM – 7 PM

Chopin for All – Free Concert
3 PM | Granada Church, Coral Gables | FREE
Relax with live classical music perfect for the whole family.

Whether you're looking to explore the arts, get crafty with the kids, or simply enjoy the sunshine at a local farmers market, this weekend in Miami is packed with amazing (and mostly free!) things to do with the family. Share this list with a fellow parent and plan your adventure!