Kids' Stuff

If you’re on a quest to discover a place where you can take the kids and enjoy the day for next to nothing, then the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center is definitely a place for the whole family to enjoy an authentic outdoor Florida adventure. And best of all, admission is free! There is no charge …

The Children’s Science Explorium in Sugar Sand Park is a free hands-on science center designed for children 5-12 years of age and their caregivers. It offers fascinating and interactive exhibits, programs that bring the physical sciences to life. Admission is free, however a suggested donation of $5 per person is appreciated. The  Sugar Sand Park …

The Miami Dade College Museum of Art + Design in the Freedom Tower has moved its Family Day to remote locations while the venue undergoes renovations. GOGO MOAD is part of the Museum Without Boundaries initiative. Next event is: Saturday, Aug. 17, 2024 10 a.m. Kids & Family Festival at the MDC Hialeah Campus, 1780 …

Look up!: The Perseids Meteor Shower is upon us! From Aug. 11-12, 2024, the display will be at its peak, with thousands of shooting stars seen at the rate of 100-150 per hour. The popular and free Southern Cross Observation Deck is open in Miami-Dade at Bill Sadowski Park. The public is invited to visit …

We all like to introduce our children to new experiences, and there are lots of things to do with kids in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. We have organized the best free or cheap things to do with kids on our events calendar. If you’re looking for places to take visitors in South Florida, …

Instead of the traditional one-day festival, the Children’s Trust Family Expo this year will take place as three separate Saturday pop-up events throughout Miami. The date is Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024. This annual expo was created to provide parents with access to educational, health and social services in a fun and festive atmosphere. This year, …

Next time you visit a Miami-Dade County park, keep your eyes peeled for the Bookmobile and Technobus. That’s right, Miami-Dade Public Library System is bringing books and technology to you! The program, which is a partnership between Miami-Dade County Parks and Miami-Dade County Library System, aims to make reading, technology and digital media accessible to …

Communing with nature has never been more fun and the Daggerwing Nature Center has so many opportunities for kids and their families to take advantage of the great outdoors. Admission is free; access to trails and boardwalk are free; most programs have fees usually from $5 to $10. Daggerwing features a 3,000-square-foot exhibit hall with …

Miami’s gonna get hot this summer – it always does. So the kids will want to stay cool. Best way to do that? Visit a water park where they can splash, slide and dunk their way to a fun time. We’ve compiled a sampling of water parks in Miami-Dade County that are worth a visit …

Museums are a great place to take kids for a variety of reasons. They not only provide educational opportunities, but they also spark creativity, and promote family bonding. Plus, they can help give children a healthy perspective of where they fit in, between the past and the future. And thanks to the Museums for All …

It’s time to start thinking about sending the kids back to school. Some free school supplies are offered at lots of events in Miami-Dade County for students returning to school for the 2024 fall session. Events sometimes include free physicals, food vouchers, or even free haircuts. Back To School events occasionally include fun activities and …