Wet fun

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 …

Pools, water parks and water playgrounds in Broward offer refreshing fun. Some venues, especially municipal pools, offer entry without spending a wad of money.    You can find splash pads with free entry, pools and water parks that don’t cost much, and even some water parks that offer discounts in the afternoons. If you’re looking …

Some parks and recreation departments and other organizations offer water safety events that are usually free to attend.  Often, the events include entertainment and games. Please verify if you must register prior to the event.   Water Safety Events in 2026 in Broward include  Plantation  10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 2 at Plantation Aquatics, …

Wet splashy activities and entertainment are featured at a free Water Works pool and park event organized by the Pompano Beach Parks and Recreation Department. The event includes water slides, DJ entertainment and water games. Other features include a toddler zone. Food vendors are part of the festivities.  Water Works in 2026 is 11 a.m. …

Pull out your favorite swimwear. The water playground at Quiet Waters Park offers occasional extra events and opportunities for discounts. Splash Adventure is an interactive shallow water playground with slides and spritzy features. Quiet Waters Park, 954-357-5100, is at 401 S. Powerline Road, Deerfield Beach 33442.  Water playground fees & discounts Splash Adventure is inside …

Plantation Parks and Recreation is featuring Water Safety Day with an opportunity for free swimming lessons. Water Safety Day in 2026 is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 2, at Plantation Aquatics, 9151 NW Second Street, Plantation 33324. Parking is free. The event includes water safety demonstrations, vendors and games. Free swim lessons are …

Topeekeegee-Yugnee Park in Hollywood – or TY Park, as it’s known – is popular for a variety of outdoor activities. South Floridians love it because it’s a great venue for walking, running or skating on a shady path around a lake lined with oaks. It’s a venue for occasional festivals and live  entertainment. T.Y. Park …

The waterpark at T.Y. Park in Hollywood, Castaway Island, offers opportunities for discounts and occasional extra events. Water playground and pool at T.Y. Park The waterpark at T.Y. Park includes a swim lagoon pool, wading pool and a water playground with interactive features and water slides.  In 2026, it’s open: March 22 – May 31 …

Enhance a walk in the park with a story along the way. Waters Edge Park in Tamarac features a story trail. Story trails, also referred to as story walks, are outdoor exhibits featuring pages from a storybook displayed along a path. It’s a free activity for families with kids — and a great way to …

For wet fun, April Pool’s Day is a free event with activities on land and entry to the pool. The April Pool’s Day event in 2026 is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 4, and registration online is required. It’s at the Historic Miramar Aquatics pool, 6920 SW 35th Street, Miramar 33023. The event …

For kids who like water slides, Parkland is offering Splash Bash.  The back to school bash includes entertainment, games and food vendors. Water slides are featured.  The event in 2025 is 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Saturday, September 6, and entry is free. It’s at the Equestrian Center, 8350 Ranch Road, Parkland. Parking is free. …