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Get ready for a fun-filled weekend with the kids! From storytimes and hands-on crafts to lively parades and magical performances, South Florida is packed with family-friendly activities. Whether your little ones love art, music, reading, or outdoor adventures, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this weekend and don’t miss Monday’s MLK Jr. Day parades and celebrations!
All Month Long:
Luminosa: A Festival of Lights
📅 Fri Nov 14, 2025 –March 7 , 2026
📍 Jungle Island, 111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami, FL 33132 | 305-400-7000
🎟 Tickets: BucketListers.com
Superblue Miami: Immersive Art Experiences
1101 Northwest 23rd Street, Miami, FL 33127
Immersive art experience, all month long
Use code MOMAPPROVED10 for a discount.
Buy tickets
PAW Patrol Adventure Play – MODS
Museum of Discovery & Science, Fort Lauderdale
10 AM – 5 PM, interactive adventures with Chase, Marshall & Skye
Included with museum admission
Lantern & Lights Safari Nights
Lion Country Safari, 2003 Lion Country Safari Rd
60+ illuminated displays, swings, tunnels, Nov 1 – Jan 18
More info
Saturday January 17
Family Day on Aragon, Coral Gables
Time: 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Location: Coral Gables Museum, Coral Gables, FL
Cost: Free
Details: Enjoy a full day of family-friendly activities at the Coral Gables Museum! Highlights include:
11:00 am | Alliance Française Workshop: Jean de La Fontaine’s Fables – Color, animate, and bring classic stories to life through an interactive storytelling experience for young minds.
11:00 am | Artmaking by TMP – Teen-led creative art activities inviting participants to imagine, build, and explore visual ideas together.
1:30 pm | Brenda Navarrete: The Energy of the Drum – Afro-Cuban percussion workshop to move, clap, and feel the rhythm.
3:00 pm | Game On: Discover Chess! – Learn the basics, play your first match, and build confidence at the debut of the CGM Chess Club.
4:00 pm | Emerging Voices – Live classical music performed by young musicians from the Frost Preparatory Department.
2025 Beaux Arts Festival of Art
Time: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Location: University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL
Cost: Free
Details: Enjoy a day of art and culture at the University of Miami. Explore exhibits, live demonstrations, and family-friendly activities celebrating creativity in a vibrant festival atmosphere. For more information, visit the University of Miami’s event page.
Picnic de Libros
Time: 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Location: Koubek Center at Miami Dade College, Miami, FL
Cost: Free
Details: Join for an afternoon of storytelling, reading activities, and family-friendly fun celebrating literature and creativity. Bring a blanket and enjoy a picnic atmosphere with books, performances, and interactive experiences for children and families. For more information, visit the Koubek Center’s website.
Miss Nelson is Missing
Date: Saturdays, January 17
Time: 2:00 pm ET
Location: Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre, 280 Miracle Mile, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Details: A family-friendly performance suitable for all ages. https://actorsplayhouse.org/shows/miss-nelson-is-missing/
South Florida Strawberry Festival
Date: Saturday, January 17 – Monday, January 19, 2026
Time: Various times
Friday: 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Sunday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Location: South County Regional Park, 12551 Glades Road, Boca Raton, FL 33498
Cost: Multiple ticket types ranging from $15 – $55
Details: The SoFlo Strawberry Festival returns with a bigger location and a “berry” fun weekend! Enjoy strawberry treats, rides, inflatables, kids activities, live magic shows, an America’s Got Talent stunt dog show, and entertainment for all ages. Features also include a video game truck, football challenge, STEAM activity station, bounce houses, a petting zoo, and soft play area for young children. Food and beverages available for purchase. Browse the Shopping Village for handmade treasures, children’s clothing, toys, specialty foods, jewelry, home décor, and more.
Lowe’s DIY Kids’ Workshop
Time: 10:00 am – 1:00 pm ET
Location: Check your local Lowe’s store for participating locations
Cost: Free
Details: Hands-on workshops designed for kids ages 4–12 to learn basic DIY skills and complete fun projects. Materials are provided. For more information and to find a location near you, visit Lowe’s DIY Workshops.
Free AT&T Playoff Playlist Live! Music Festival
Time: 6:00 pm
Location: Lummus Park, Miami Beach, FL
Cost: Free
Details: Enjoy an evening of live music featuring Grammy-nominated songwriter, DJ, and producer Calvin Harris(collaborated with Rihanna and Dua Lipa), DJ and producer John Summit, and rising talent XANDRA. Bring your friends and family to experience this high-energy festival atmosphere. For more information, visit the event website or Lummus Park listings.
The Coral Gables Farmers Market
Time: 8:00 am – 2:00 pm
Location: In front of City Hall, 405 Biltmore Way, Coral Gables, FL 33134
Cost: Free
Details: Explore locally sourced produce, gourmet meals, baked goods, floristry, educational workshops, and children’s activities at this family-friendly farmers market.
Library events :
Codename: Bookworm – Secret Missions for Young Readers
Time: 9:30 am – 6:00 pm ET
Location: Edison Center Branch, Miami-Dade Public Library System
Cost: Free
Details: Attention, young readers! Join Codename: Bookworm, a secret team of problem-solvers. Complete monthly “classified missions” at the library to earn a super spy badge and prize. Activities include reading, literacy games, arts & crafts, and in-person challenges. A library card is required for certain missions and book checkouts. Designed for children ages 5–10.
STEM for Curious Minds – Sponsored by Commissioner Regalado
Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026
Time: 10:00 am – 11:30 am ET
Location: South Miami Branch, Miami-Dade Public Library System
Cost: Free
Details: Students ages 4–10 will explore science and engineering through hands-on activities and challenges. Presented by Sports Konnect, these interactive sessions are designed to spark curiosity and learning in early childhood and elementary-aged children.
Early Steps Playgroup
Time: 10:00 am – 11:00 am ET
Location: Coral Reef Branch, Miami-Dade Public Library System
Cost: Free
Details: Join the Early Steps Playgroup for storytime, sensory-friendly activities, and fun social opportunities for families and children ages 0–5. Registration is required.
Family Storytime and Craft
Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm ET
Location: Main Library – Children’s Department, Miami-Dade Public Library System
Cost: Free
Details: Join for a Saturday morning of stories, songs, and interactive activities. After storytime, enjoy a creative craft for the whole family or socialization/playtime for younger children.
Paper Plate Snow Globe Craft
Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm ET
Location: Palmetto Bay Branch, Miami-Dade Public Library System
Cost: Free
Details: Kids ages 6–12 can design their own snowy scenes, add glittery snow, and take home a magical winter keepsake.
Read Along, Sing a Song: Diva Delores and the Opera House Mouse – Presented by the Florida Grand Opera
Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm ET
Location: Shenandoah Branch, Miami-Dade Public Library System
Cost: Free
Details: Dive into the enchanting world of opera with Florida Grand Opera's Bite-Size Opera Experience! Enjoy interactive storytime, live aria singing, and a fun craft to take home. Designed for families and children ages 10 and under, this is the perfect introduction to opera for young fans. For more information, contact 305-250-4688 or zunigad@mdpls.org.
Sew by the Yard Sewing Club – Presented by 4-H Club
Time: 3:00 pm – 5:30 pm ET
Location: Coral Reef Branch, Miami-Dade Public Library System
Cost: Free
Details: Join this sewing club to create clothing, quilts, home décor, and practice other needlework techniques. Participants should bring their own sewing supplies. Presented by 4-H, a community-based educational program of the University of Florida Cooperative Extension Service.
Freakier Friday (PG) – New Year Films: Memorable Mentors
Time: 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm ET
Location: Miami Beach Regional – Auditorium, Miami-Dade Public Library System
Cost: Free
Details: Watch a family-friendly film featuring memorable mentors who teach us to see the world differently. Follow Tess and Anna as they navigate blended family challenges in this 97-minute story, perfect for viewers ages 10 and up. For more information, contact 305-535-4219 or capleyb@mdpls.org.
Sunday, January 18
Free Family Sundays at ICA Miami
Time: 11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Location: ICA Miami, 61 NE 41st Street, Miami, FL 33137
Cost: Free
Details: Bring the whole family for a morning of creative, hands-on art activities and gallery exploration. Designed for children and families, this program encourages imagination and artistic expression in a welcoming environment.
Free AT&T Playoff Playlist Live! Music Festival
Time: 6:00 pm
Location: Lummus Park, Miami Beach, FL
Cost: Free
Details: Enjoy an evening of live music featuring Mexican singer and rapper Peso Pluma, Mexican trio Latin Mafia performing their blend of pop, R&B and Latin rap with hits including “Julieta” and “Sal Rosa” and Latin pop star Greeicy.
South Florida Strawberry Festival
Date: Saturday, January 17 – Monday, January 19, 2026
Time: Various times
Friday: 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Sunday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Location: South County Regional Park, 12551 Glades Road, Boca Raton, FL 33498
Cost: Multiple ticket types ranging from $15 – $55
Details: The SoFlo Strawberry Festival returns with a bigger location and a “berry” fun weekend! Enjoy strawberry treats, rides, inflatables, kids activities, live magic shows, an America’s Got Talent stunt dog show, and entertainment for all ages. Features also include a video game truck, football challenge, STEAM activity station, bounce houses, a petting zoo, and soft play area for young children. Food and beverages available for purchase. Browse the Shopping Village for handmade treasures, children’s clothing, toys, specialty foods, jewelry, home décor, and more.
2025 Beaux Arts Festival of Art
Time: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Location: University of Miami, Coral Gables, FL
Cost: Free
Details: Enjoy a day of art and culture at the University of Miami. Explore exhibits, live demonstrations, and family-friendly activities celebrating creativity in a vibrant festival atmosphere. For more information, visit the University of Miami’s event page.
Dig Into the Past—Family Style!
Time: 10:30 am – 12:30 pm ET
Location: Arch Creek Park, 1855 NE 135th Street, North Miami, FL
Cost: Free
Details: Join a fun and educational archaeology adventure for families! Hike through a lush tropical hardwood hammock, discover the ancient Tequesta tribe, get hands-on at a mock archaeology dig site, and craft your own pottery masterpiece to take home. Perfect for curious kids and their grown-ups looking to explore South Florida’s rich history. Spots fill fast—don’t miss this chance to unearth the past together! Register online today by visiting www.miamidadeparks.com and searching for “Archaeology Family Adventure” or call 305-666-5885.
Monday January 19 MLK Jr. Day
Pembroke Pines Martin Luther King Jr. Parade & Celebration
Date: Monday, January 19, 2026
Time: 9:00 am – 12:30 pm ET
Location: Charles F. Dodge City Center, 601 City Center Way, Pembroke Pines, FL 33025
Cost: Free
Details: Join the City of Pembroke Pines to celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Enjoy a vibrant 9 AM parade, live music by the Deep Fried Funk Band, poetry readings, interactive arts and crafts, food trucks, vendors, and plenty of family-friendly activities. This celebration honors Dr. King’s legacy while bringing the community together in music, unity, and pride. For more information, contact the Special Events office at 954-392-2116.
Deerfield Beach Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration
Date: Monday, January 19, 2026
Time: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm ET
Location: Oveta McKeithen Recreation Center, 445 SW 2nd Street, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441
Cost: Free
Details: Celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a community event for all ages. Enjoy family-friendly activities, music, and community engagement. For more information, contact the recreation center directly.
Miami Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day Parade & Festival
Date: Monday, January 19, 2026
Time: 11:00 am – 5:00 pm ET
Location: Northwest 54th Street and 10th Avenue, Miami, FL 33127
Cost: Free
Details: Join Miami’s annual parade and festival celebrating the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The parade begins at 11:00 am and covers eight miles along Northwest 54th Street from 10th to 32nd avenues in Liberty City, following the route Dr. King traveled during his visits to Miami. For more information, call (305) 606-2995.
READY, Set, Go: Storytelling
Time: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm ET
Location: Westchester Regional Library, 9445 Coral Way, Miami, FL 33165
Cost: Free
Details: A storytime session designed for children ages 5 and under. Enjoy interactive storytelling and early literacy activities in a welcoming, family-friendly environment. For more information, contact the Westchester Regional Library.
South Florida Strawberry Festival
Date: Saturday, January 17 – Monday, January 19, 2026
Time: Various times
Friday: 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Sunday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Location: South County Regional Park, 12551 Glades Road, Boca Raton, FL 33498
Cost: Multiple ticket types ranging from $15 – $55
Details: The SoFlo Strawberry Festival returns with a bigger location and a “berry” fun weekend! Enjoy strawberry treats, rides, inflatables, kids activities, live magic shows, an America’s Got Talent stunt dog show, and entertainment for all ages. Features also include a video game truck, football challenge, STEAM activity station, bounce houses, a petting zoo, and soft play area for young children. Food and beverages available for purchase. Browse the Shopping Village for handmade treasures, children’s clothing, toys, specialty foods, jewelry, home décor, and more.
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