South Florida Family-Friendly Weekend Roundup – October 18-19

Saturday, October 18

The City of Plantation Family Fall Festival
10 AM – 2 PM
Volunteer Park | 12050 W. Sunrise Blvd., Plantation
Admission: $5 per person (ages 2 and older)
A festive day filled with carnival games, children’s fun zones, and family activities.

City of Homestead Fall Festival
6 PM – 9 PM
Losner Park, Homestead
Admission: Free (RSVP at homesteadfl.gov/events)
Hayrides, crafts, trick-or-treating, haunted houses, and a pumpkin decorating contest.

Pinecrest Zombie Run
4:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Evelyn Greer Park, Pinecrest
Run or walk for your life during this fun, themed community race.

Miami-Dade County Parks: Goulds & Goblins
9 AM
North Pointe Community Center | 7351 NW 186 Street, Hialeah
Join a spooky outdoor workout and obstacle course. Wear comfy, themed attire.

Miami-Dade Animal Services: Puptoberfest
10 AM – 6 PM
Deerwood Bonita Lakes Park | 14445 SW 122 Avenue, Miami
Admission: Free
Celebrate fall with free pet adoptions, vendors, and community fun.

Free Family Garden Day – Pinecrest Gardens
9 AM – 1 PM
Enjoy family wellness, art activities, and free admission during event hours.

Riverwalk Fall Festival
12 PM – 4 PM
Esplanade Park, Fort Lauderdale
Admission: Free
Pumpkin painting, games, crafts, food trucks, and more. Visit GoRiverwalk.com/FallFest for details.

Entrelibros 2025
October 15–19 | Coral Gables Museum | 10 AM – 7 PM
Workshops, readings, and creative encounters celebrating Spanish-language literature.

Tradewinds Park Farm & Stables Fall Fest
11 AM – 3 PM
Tradewinds Park, Coconut Creek
All ages welcome for hands-on activities and animal encounters.

The Fountains Fall Festival
5 PM – 8 PM
801 S University Drive, Plantation
Admission: Free
Face painting, petting zoo, vendors, and fall flavors.

Miami Springs Spooktacular Bash & Annual Costume Contest
6 PM
Miami Springs Aquatic Center
Admission: Free
Costume contest and family fun hosted by the City of Miami Springs.

Shrek The Musical
2 PM
Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre, Coral Gables
$30–$35 | Family-friendly musical adventure.

Oktoberfest Miami
2 PM – 11:30 PM
German American Social Club of Greater Miami
$9–$19 | Traditional German food, drinks, and live entertainment.

Redland International Orchid Festival
9 AM – 5 PM
Fruit and Spice Park, Homestead
$20 | Orchid exhibits, lectures, and plant sales.

Coral Gables Pumpkin Patch
2 PM – 6 PM
Ponce Circle Park, Coral Gables
Access: $12 includes one pumpkin and entry for four. Live music, crafts, and photo ops.

Southwest Ranches Pumpkin Patch Festival
Sanctuary Park | 16290 Griffin Road, Southwest Ranches
$33 general admission
Pumpkin patch, carnival rides, games, and live shows for all ages.

Lowe’s Kids Workshop – All Locations
10 AM – 1 PM
Free, registration required.
Kids can build their own mini firehouse and learn about fire safety.

Doral Cast and Connect
10 AM – 12 PM
Doral Glades Park
Free | Family fishing fun with gear provided.

Annual Hanging With Heroes Family Play Date
11 AM – 2 PM
Shops at Merrick Park | Free event celebrating community heroes.

Self-Care Saturday at The Underline
10 AM – 2 PM
Inter Grove Gallery | Free event featuring yoga, journaling, vendors, and sweet treats.

Commissioner Regalado’s Neuro-Inclusive Services Day
8:30 AM – 1 PM
200 NW 2nd Ave, Miami
Inclusive community resources and county services event.

Chalk in the Park Day
11 AM – 1 PM
Library Park, Weston
Family chalk art event with theme “Into the Jungle.”

Glow Weekend at Clawz!
October 18–19 | Glow in the Dark event
Costume contests, candy, bonus tokens, and family fun all weekend long.

Library Highlights – Saturday, October 18

Double Trouble: Musical Storytime & Sing-Along
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: Coral Reef Branch Library – 9211 SW 152 St, Miami
Join the early childhood and elementary ensembles Tiny Trebles and Prelude for an interactive musical reading and sing-along with a Halloween and fall theme. The program concludes with all students and audience members singing together.
All ages. Presented by Vocal Youth Miami.
Storytime Express Spooktacular: A Not-So-Scary Celebration
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Hialeah Gardens Branch Library
Celebrate fall with an interactive early literacy event. Enjoy a musical storytime, fun crafts, and sensory activities.
Ages 0–6 years.
Easy FX Makeup Demo
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: Doral Branch Library
Learn how to create special effects makeup like bruises, cuts, and scrapes using household items.
Ages 8–18 years. Registration required.
Little Monster Tales – Presented by Fantasy Theatre Factory
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: Main Library, First Floor Community Room
Enjoy frightful and delightful stories from children’s books performed on stage. A fun, theatrical experience for the whole family.
All ages.
It’s Alive! – D&D Character Building Workshop
Time: 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Location: Concord Branch Library
Create your own Dungeons & Dragons character piece by piece! Perfect for both rookies and veterans. Includes in-character Q&A.
Ages 13–18 years.
STEM for Curious Minds – Sponsored by Commissioner Regalado
Time: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: South Miami Branch Library
Hands-on science and engineering challenges for young learners. Explore fun STEM activities with guidance from Sports Konnect.
Ages 4–10 years.
READy, Set, Go: Music & Movement – Presented by Uplift Literacy & Junior League of Miami
Time: 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Kendall Branch Library – Auditorium
Explore music and movement to support early literacy skills such as listening, attention, and comprehension.
Ages 0–9 years. Registration required.
Let Me Tell You a Story: Bilingual Storytime
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Golden Glades Branch Library
Stories told in French/Creole and English to expand vocabulary and cultural awareness.
Ages 6–11 years.
Read Along, Sing a Song: Opera Cat – Presented by Florida Grand Opera
Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Concord Branch Library
Introduce kids to opera with interactive storytelling, live arias, and a take-home craft.
Ages 10 years and under.
The Fantasmic World of Harry Potter
Time: 12:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Coral Reef Branch Library
Wear Hogwarts attire, participate in a sorting hat ceremony, make your own wand, and meet special guests.
All ages.
Family Storytime and Craft Activity
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: International Mall Branch Library
Interactive stories teaching kindness and respect, followed by a hands-on craft activity.
All ages.
Engineering on Wheels
Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Coral Reef Branch Library
Hands-on STEM activities ranging from simple to advanced, perfect for all ages.
The Art Factory for Kids
Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Location: California Club Branch Library
Bring your imagination and create art to take home. Materials provided.
Ages 6–11 years.
Understanding Together: Down Syndrome & Autism Awareness
Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Arcola Lakes Branch Library – Multipurpose Room
Learn about Down Syndrome and Autism with resources, Q&A, and community engagement. Includes raffles and giveaways.
All ages.
Family Movie Matinee – Dog Man (PG)
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Naranja Branch Library
Enjoy a family movie featuring the adventures of Dog Man.
Ages 5 years and up.

Fall Festivals & Pumpkin Patches Around South Florida

By Brothers Pumpkin Patch
15515 SW 177 Avenue, Miami, FL 33187
September 13th thru November 3rd, Open Daily 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.

Fall at the Farm at Tinez Farms
Tinez Farms, 16405 SW 177th Ave, Miami, FL 33187
September 13th thru November 23rd, Tuesday thru Sundays 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.

The Berry Farms Harvest Festival
13720 SW 216th St, Miami, FL 33170
September 16th thru November 9th, 9 a.m.- 7 p.m.

Pinto’s Farm Pumpkin Patch at the Farm
14890 SW 216th St, Miami, FL 33170
September 20th thru November 2nd, Saturday & Sundays 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

Flamingo Road Nursery Annual Fall Festival
1655 S Flamingo Road, Davie, FL 33325
September 20th thru November 2nd, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Bedner’s Farm Fall Festival
Bedner’s Farm Fresh Market, 10066 Lee Road, Boynton Beach, FL 33473
September 27th thru October 31st, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Fall for the Everglades
Everglades Alligator Farm, 40351 SW 192nd Avenue, Florida City, FL 33034
September 27th thru November 2nd, 9 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Hope Miami Lakes United Methodist Church Annual Pumpkin Patch
14800 NW 67th Ave, Miami Lakes, FL 33014
October 4th thru October 31st, Open Daily, 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Flamingo Gardens Harvest Festival
3750 S. Flamingo Road, Davie, FL 33330
October 4th & 5th, 11nd & 12th, 18th & 19th and 25th & 26th, 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

A Little Farm Fall Festival
13401 S.W. 224th St, Miami, Florida 33170
October 4th thru October 27th, Saturday & Sundays 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

SW Ranches Pumpkin Patch Festival
Southwest Ranches Sanctuary Park, 116290 Griffin Road, Southwest Ranches, FL 33331
October 16th & 17th, 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.; October 18th, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.; October 19th, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

👻 Spooky Halloween Fun

The Horrorland Scream Park
📍 Jungle Island, Miami
📅 Sept 12 – Oct 31 | Ages 10+
🎟 Tickets start $35.99 | Get tickets

House of Horror: Haunted Carnival
📍 Miami International Mall
📅 Sept 25 – Nov 2 | All ages for midway; 13+ for haunted houses
🎟 $39.99 | Get tickets

Sunday, October 19

The Motivational Edge: Family Fun Day
2 PM – 5 PM
1550 NW 36th St, Miami
Costumes, candy, and community fun for all ages.

Village of Key Biscayne Annual Fall Festival
12 PM – 5 PM
Key Biscayne Civic Center | 530 Crandon Blvd
Admission: Free | Family games, crafts, and live entertainment.

Shrek The Musical
2 PM
Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre, Coral Gables
$30–$35 | Tickets required.

Oktoberfest Miami
2 PM – 11:30 PM
German American Social Club of Greater Miami
$9–$19 | Authentic food, beer, and entertainment.

Geoffrey’s Birthday Hot Wheels Event
12 PM – 2 PM
Select Macy’s locations: Aventura, Westland Hialeah, The Falls, Dadeland, Pembroke Lakes, Broward Mall, International Mall, Southland Mall.
Free giveaways, photo ops, and family fun.

Family Fun Series – Pinecrest Gardens
3 PM
Pinecrest Gardens Amphitheater | Family performances and activities.

Glow Weekend at Clawz!
Continues Sunday with glow prizes, treats, and Kandi bracelet workshop (4–6 PM).

Little Boos Bash – Sugar Sand Park Community Center
11 AM – 1 PM | Boca Raton
$5 residents / $6.25 non-residents
Halloween playtime for kids 18 months–5 years with crafts, games, and storytime.

Sunday Farmers Markets

Palmetto Bay Farmers Market – Coral Reef Park | 8:30 AM – 3 PM
Vizcaya Village Farmers Market – Vizcaya Museum | 9 AM – 2 PM
Pinecrest Farmers Market – Pinecrest Gardens | 9 AM – 2 PM