Royal Poinciana Fiesta and festivities around Miami

The grand royal poinciana trees are set to begin blooming just in time for summer and there are plenty of events and celebrations to welcome their fiery redness.

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The Tropical Flowering Tree Society host all events and all funds raised go to towards donations of scholarships to young accomplished women attending higher education. Click here to view all events.

Saturday, June 6, 2026
Royal Poinciana Walking Tour
10 a.m. to noon
Dade Heritage Trust. Meet at Simpson Park, 5 SW 17th Road, Miami 33129
Free by donation, RSVP here

Dade Heritage Trust presents a walking tour in conjunction with the 2025 Royal Poinciana Festival, celebrating South Florida's signature blooming tree. The stroll begins at the Dade Heritage Trust offices and continues to Simpson Park and South Miami Avenue to view the blooming trees and learn about the environmental and architectural heritage of the neighborhood.

Sunday, June 7, 2026
Walking Tour of Miami's First Flowering Tree Park
10 a.m.
Jean Willis Park, 7220 SW 61 Ct., Miami
Click here for info and to RSVP.
Walking tour led by Steven Pearson who was involved with the planting of the yellow and orange flowering poincianas. 

Celebration Party and Reception
6-9 p.m.
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Rd., Coral Gables
RSVP here
Presentation of scholarship recipients with cake during the post reception, an art display of works by artist Magnus Sodamin and posters for sale.  

There are also other events, including a bike tour and a trolley tour, with fees. Find those here.

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