Best things to do in September in Miami-Dade
We kick off the month with a long weekend which is always nice and hopefully can also enjoy some cooler weather in September.
Miami Spice continues through Sept. 30 making it the perfect opportunity to enjoy what you may have missed in August while away on vacation or getting the kids settled back into school. They added a few more restaurants so the list has expanded since the promotion began. Click here to see the most updated list and find a great deal before the month ends!
Visit Deering Estate at a discounted admission of $8 on Labor Day weekend from Sept. 5-7, 2026. The attraction offers wildlife viewing, sweeping bay vistas and self-guided museum access throughout the estate. Click here for full info and to find other Labor Day weekend deals.
Adopt-A-Tree is hosting it's final tree giveaway of the year on Saturday, Sept. 13 at Zoo Miami from 8:30-11:30 a.m. Pick from more than a dozen trees, you can take two home, and take advantage of their showerhead and light bulb exchange program too. Click here for all the info.
Check out these monthly events. Maybe you've never been to...
Museum of Miami's monthly free Family Fun Day held the second Saturday of the month. This month's event is Sept. 12 and it's the perfect time to enjoy the museum's permanent exhibitions hands-on craft making, interactive experiences and highlight tours. Click here for info.
The Underline, an ever-evolving linear park under the Miami-Dade Metromover is where to find a few monthly events including yoga and a farmer's market plus other specialty events. Every Saturday morning from 9-10 a.m. there's yoga at The Urban Gym at the Brickell Backyard Sound Stage then on the second and fourth Saturday of the month, shop at the Farmer's Market from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at SW 8 St. and 1 Ave. There's always a weekend dedicated to Family Day with plenty of fun for the kiddos and a monthly concert series too. Click here for all info.
Take in a Museum around Miami-Dade during one of the many free museum days throughout the month. You can check off Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) in Downtown Miami, The Bass on Miami Beach, Gold Coast Railroad Museum and Miami Children's Museum off your list. Plus, there are many other museums that always have free admission. Click here to read our comprehensive list.
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