Miami’s cultural venues and attractions have adjusted to the current situation by going virtual. That means, visitors may not be able to physically walk through their doors but they can do so electronically. Here’s a list we’ve compiled of places that are offering virutal tours and activities for kids and adults alike. We encourage you […]
Kids' Stuff
Create your own Youth Fair experience
With the annual Miami-Dade County Fair & Expo postponed, the organizers have created a virtual experience on their website to appease the loyal fans that attend every year. Although it’s not the same as being there, of course, the virtual rides on their YouTube page are the next best thing to the drops, spins and […]
Spend a virtual day at the park with #ThePlayground
The Miami-Dade County Parks Department wants to make it easier for park-lovers to enjoy the area’s great outdoors, even if it’s from their home. It has put together #ThePlayground, a series of interactive videos that can be viewed through Facebook, Instagram or YouTube. To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily Miami on […]
Cool stuff for kids to do at home
Got kids at home bouncing off the walls? Are they bored of playing video games and creating Tik Tok videos on social media? To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily Miami on the Cheap newsletter. You can also follow us on Facebook and on Twitter. Then here are a few fun ideas to […]
Jungle Island will teach the kids for free
Jungle Island wants you and the kids to make like a turtle and “Stay in Your Shell.” To that effect, Miami’s eco-adventure park and events destination will offer free online assignments that allow children to learn about animals, nature and the Everglades from home. The lessons are designed for age 5-12. Each assignment promises to […]
Free storytelling for the kids
Kids feeling bored around the house? Here’s a great option to keep them entertained: The SAG-AFTRA Foundation offers a free award-winning children’s literacy website, Storyline Online, that streams videos featuring celebrities reading children’s books. We’re talking everyone from Kristen Bell, Viola Davis, Chris Pine and Sean Astin to Sarah Silverman, Kevin Costner, James Earl Jones, […]
Updated: Stuck at home? Enjoy free library resources
Now’s the time to start learning about all that libraries can offer you. Whether you, your child or parent need entertainment, Miami-Dade County libraries offer their patrons apps and online resources for easily downloading everything from films to TV shows to e-books. All you need is your library number. Don’t have one? Get one free […]
Free online games & quizzes for all ages (from AARP)
No matter what your age, playing games is always fun. And although AARP is usually associated with those 50 and older, their free online options are great for all ages. AARP has lots of online games including Mah-jongg, solitaire, word and arcade games. Each category has multiple versions of each game. So bust the boredom […]
Free meals continue for Miami-Dade public school students
Despite school closures, Miami-Dade County Public Schools will continue its breakfast and lunch program, with some modifications. The Miami-Dade County School District released a statement which read, in part: “The District is aware that food insecurity is a serious concern in our community. M-DCPS provides free breakfast for all students and free or reduced-price lunch […]
‘Festive Friday’ free entertainment at Southland Mall
Southland Mall invites the public for free “Festive Fridays,” showcasing the talents of local musicians, dancers and artists as well as hands-on activities and interactive experiences for the entire family every Friday from 6 to 8 pm in the Center Court. Southland Mall is on South Dixie Highway and Southwest 205th Street in Cutler Bay. More […]
Family Day on Aragon: Movie, museum, books
Family Day on Aragon is a free block party on the second Saturday of the month in Coral Gables. That also means discounted movies at the Coral Gables Art Cinema in the mornings, free admission at the Coral Gables Museum in the afternoon, and free story time and entertainment at Books & Books. The film shows at 11 a.m. Saturday […]
