Looking for fun things to do with the kids this weekend? Check out these family-friendly events across South Florida!
Superblue Miami: Immersive Art Experiences
π 1101 Northwest 23rd Street, Miami, FL 33127
π Use code MOMAPPROVED10 for a discount
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FunDimensionβs Duckpin Bowling
Indoor play space with arcade games, bumper cars, laser tag, and more
π 2129 NW 1st Ct, Miami, FL 33127
π Use code MOMAPPROVED10 for a discount
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Egyptian Pharaohs: From Cheops to Ramses II
Immersive experience with 3D reconstructions by Ubisoft
π
TueβThu & Sun: 10:30 AM β 7:00 PM | Fri & Sat: 10:30 AM β 7:30 PM
β Duration: ~70 minutes
π South Florida PBS, 3401 S. Congress Ave, Boynton Beach, FL
π Use code MOMAPPROVED10 for a discount
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NightGarden at Fairchild
π
Fri Nov 7, 2025 β Sun Jan 11, 2026 (Sundays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays; select additional dates)
π 6:00 PM β 10:00 PM | All ages
π² Adults (11+) $46 | Children (up to 10) $41
π Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Rd, Miami, FL 33156
Walk through a magical garden at night with lights, holograms, sculptures, projections, and music. Enjoy augmented reality with the FairyScope app and a family-friendly dance party.
More info & tickets
Luminosa: A Festival of Lights
π
Fri Nov 14, 2025 β Sun Jan 4, 2026
π Jungle Island, 111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami, FL 33132 | 305-400-7000
π Tickets: BucketListers.com
Christmas Wonderland at Tropical Park
π
Thu Nov 13, 2025 β Sun Jan 4, 2026
π² Tickets: $39++ adults | $29++ children (3β12) | 2 & under free
π Tropical Park, 7900 SW 40th St, Miami, FL 33155
More info
PAW Patrol Adventure Play β MODS
π Museum of Discovery & Science
π 10 AM β 5 PM | Included with admission
Join Chase, Marshall, and Skye in interactive, hands-on adventures
Fall at the Farm β Tinez Farms
π 16405 SW 177th Ave, Miami, FL 33187
π
September 13 β November 23 | TueβSun, 10 AM β 6 PM
Super Dad Saturday
A fun morning of bonding, laughter, Zumbini, crafts, storytime, and a gaming tournament, plus breakfast and lunch included.
π 10 AM β 1 PM
π North Miami Public Library, 835 NE 132 Street, North Miami, FL 33161
Register here
FREE LEGO Tom the Turkey Build Event
Participating ToysβRβUs at Macyβs locations
π 12 PM β 2 PM
Activities: LEGO mini build, coloring, and Geoffrey photo ops
See all locations
Stars Annual Inclusive Fall Festival
π₯ 10:30 AM β 1 PM | FREE
π Evelyn Greer Park, 8200 SW 124th Street, Pinecrest, FL 33156
More info
The Things Lab & Miami Time Swap β The Moss Center
π 3 PM β 6 PM
π Cutler Bay
Bring up to 10 gently used items (no clothes) to swap, or make a Pay What You Value donation.
Light Up Dania Beach
Tree lighting, Santa, live music
π 6 PM β 9 PM
π 100 W Dania Beach Blvd
Childrenβs Festival of the Arts β Young at Art Museum
π 12 PM β 4 PM | FREE
π 8000 W Broward Blvd, Plantation, FL 33388
Celebrate local young artists, explore interactive exhibits, shop artwork, and support creative youth.
Lowes Workshop
π 10 AM β Letterbox for Santa
Downtown Doral Arts Festival
π 10 AM β 6 PM | FREE
π Downtown Doral
3 yr Anniversay of Arepas de MarΓa & Kids in Venezuela Toy Drive
π Doral Yard
All ages | Families
Enjoy a kidsβ show, play areas, live music, magic show, and delicious arepas! En la noche tremenda fiesta de salsa y tambores.
π Must bring one toy to donate for a child in Venezuela.
#GiveMiamiDay & Volunteering Event
Presented in collaboration with @moonlightermiami
π The Bass Museum, Miami
Artist in the Spotlight β Historic Seminole Theatre
π 4 PM β 9 PM
π 18 N. Krome Ave., Homestead, FL
Visual arts exhibition and live performances celebrating cultural diversity.
First Annual Fall Crawl β 96th Street, Downtown Miami Shores
π 3 PM β 7 PM
Sip, shop, eat, and stroll in the neighborhood.
West Miami Farmers Market
π 9 AM β 2 PM
π Cooper Park
Local vendors, free activities, family fun
Mommy & Me Resource Fair
π 10 AM β 2 PM | FREE
π 1825 NW 167th St, Miami Gardens, FL
More info
STEM for Curious Minds β Sponsored by Commissioner Regalado
π 10:00 AM β 11:30 AM
π South Miami Branch
Ages 4β10 | Early Childhood & Children (0β11)
Hands-on science and engineering challenges presented by Sports Konnect.
π 305-667-6121 | π§ sandar@mdpls.org
Cooking Up Fry Bread β Celebrate Native American Heritage Month
π₯ 10:30 AM β 11:30 AM
π Miami Beach Regional
Ages 6β12 | Tween & Children (6β11)
Learn to make traditional fry bread and a refreshing berry-flavored drink. While supplies last.
π 305-535-4219 | π§ capleyb@mdpls.org
YOUmake Miami: Get Tinkering with 3D Design
π 11:00 AM β 12:00 PM
π West Kendall Regional β YOUmake
Ages 8+ | Tween, Young Adult, Adults, Older Adults
Beginner-friendly workshop in TinkerCAD and 3D printing. Guardians must assist participants under 11. Registration required.
π 786-584-4106 | π§ cortesd@mdpls.org
Storytime Fun!
π 11:00 AM β 12:00 PM
π Shenandoah Branch
Ages 3β6 | Families
Interactive stories, silly songs, and craft time. Craft materials provided while supplies last.
π 305-250-4688 | π§ zunigad@mdpls.org
Family Storytime and Craft
π 11:00 AM β 12:00 PM
π Main Library β Children's Department
Ages 1+ | Families, Early Childhood & Children (0β11)
Stories, songs, crafts, and playtime for younger kids.
π 305-375-2665 | π§ hinzes@mdpls.org
Let Me Tell You a Story: Bilingual Storytime
π 11:00 AM β 12:00 PM
π Golden Glades Branch
Ages 6β11 | Children
Stories in French/Creole & English. Presented by Lacoupe Joseph Farm Project Inc.
π 305-787-1544 | π§ pollasr@mdpls.org
Understanding Together: Down Syndrome & Autism Awareness
π 11:00 AM β 1:00 PM
π Arcola Lakes Branch
All ages | Families
Learn about Down Syndrome and Autism with resources, Q&A, and community connections. Giveaways and raffles included.
π 305-694-2707 | π§ powellk@mdpls.org
Read It, Make It, and Take It
π 11:00 AM β 12:00 PM
π North Shore Branch
Ages 6+ | Families, Children (6β11)
Story reading followed by a themed craft to take home.
π 305-864-5392 | π§ hallj@mdpls.org
Chess for All β Presented by Regal Chess School
π 1:00 PM β 2:00 PM
π West Kendall Regional
All ages | Families, Children (6β11), Tween, Young Adult, Adults
Chess lessons from ranked master players, plus recreational and tournament matches.
π 305-385-7135 | π§ lopezp@mdpls.org
Fall Art Activity
π 1:00 PM β 2:00 PM
π South Miami Branch
Ages 6+ | Families, Children (6β11), Tween
Create a "Wreath of Fall Leaves" with watercolors and other materials. Registration required.
π 305-667-6121 | π§ sandar@mdpls.org
Books and Bonding: A Family Resource Event
π 1:00 PM β 3:00 PM
π North Dade Regional
All ages | Families, Early Childhood & Children (0β11)
Storytime with guest readers, hands-on activities, and community resources.
π 305-625-6424 | π§ noelp@mdpls.org
Plastic to Purpose β Learn How to Make Plarn
π 2:00 PM β 5:00 PM
π Pinecrest Branch
Ages 8β18 | Tween & Young Adult
Upcycle plastic bags into plarn balls to earn community service hours. Donations of clean bags welcome.
π 305-668-4571
Local Author Series: Storytime with Karina Villamizar β βWill You Be My Friend?β
π 2:00 PM β 3:00 PM
π Hialeah Gardens Branch
Ages 3+ | Families
Celebrate Miami Book Month with a reading about friendship and inclusivity. Registration required.
π 305-820-8520 | π§ ruizo@mdpls.org
Family Movie Matinee β Mufasa: The Lion King (PG)
π 3:00 PM β 5:00 PM
π Naranja Branch
Ages 5+ | Families, Tween, Young Adult, Children (6β11)
Enjoy an afternoon movie adventure with the Lion King family.
π 305-242-2290 | π§ gonzalezmi@mdpls.org
Friendsgiving Card Night
π 4:00 PM β 5:00 PM
π West Flagler Branch
Ages 8β18 | Tween & Young Adult
Card games, food, laughter, and friendly competition.
π 305-442-8710 | π§ muniasm@mdpls.org
Miami Childrenβs Museum β Winter Wonderland Sock Skating
Sock Skating Rink Grand Opening: 10 AM
Winter Wonder Lab: 1 PM & 3 PM
Lost Pirate Show: 12:30 PM & 4 PM
Winter Sensory Bins: 1:30 PM & 4:30 PM
Santaβs Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops
π
Nov 2 β Dec 24, 2025 | FREE (Reservations required for free photos)
π Dania Beach: 200 Gulf Stream Way | Miami: 11551 NW 12th St
Activities: Santa photo, crafts, games, remote-control trucks, Lincoln Logs, and more
Reserve your photo spot
Give Miami Festival
πΆ FREE | π 8 AM β 1 PM
π Maurice A. Ferre Park
Festival performances, nonprofit showcases, local food trucks, and family activities
RSVP here
Free Salute to Veterans Concert β The Miami Sousa Band
π 4 PM | FREE
π First United Methodist Church of Coral Gables
Sunday Farmers Markets
Palmetto Bay Farmers Market β Coral Reef Park, 8:30 AM β 3 PM
Vizcaya Village Farmers Market β Vizcaya Museum, 9 AM β 2 PM
Pinecrest Farmers Market β Pinecrest Gardens, 9 AM β 2 PM