Greater Miami & Miami Beach isn’t just known for its glitz and glam – all year long, there are plenty of free events that adults and kids alike can enjoy. Check out our free, family-friendly events and treat your little ones to a fun day out in Miami.

Beaux Arts Festival (January)

The Beaux Arts Festival of Art is Miami’s longest-running juried art festival. For two days, more than 200 artists, live musicians, food trucks and more gather on the University of Miami campus in Coral Gables to enjoy this free festival. Watch as judges award participating artists more than $20,000 in collective prizes, or become a creator yourself at a make-your-own-art station. Don’t leave without stopping by the festival marketplace, where you can purchase goods and souvenirs from local vendors. All funds raised benefit the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami and support arts education and access for the local community.

Annual Children’s Festival in Coral Gables (February)

Hosted by and located at the Coral Gables Woman's Club, the Annual Children’s Festival offers families a day dedicated to enriching the lives of their little ones. From intriguing educational activities and special guests to interactive shows and demonstrations, kids will love this festival. Previous event highlights included performances by our furry friends from the Coral Gables Police Department K-9 unit, a relaxing Mindful Monkey yoga session, children’s poetry and book readings, gardening lessons and free, healthy snacks and drinks.

Miami Riverday Festival (April)

For more than 25 years, locals have celebrated one of the area’s most important waterways, the Miami River, at the free Miami Riverday Festival. Head to the waterfront of the Lummus Park Historic District – Miami’s first park – and enjoy an afternoon of boat rides and kayak races down the Miami River, as well as educational events, history tours, children’s activities and live music.

All Kids Included Family Arts Festival (May)

The All Kids Included (AKI) Family Arts Festival is a fully accessible community art event with specific technology, ASL interpreters, assistive listening capabilities, large-print reading, braille, sight guides, audio descriptions, sensory-inclusive programs and more to accommodate children with and without disabilities. Taking place at The Moss Center in South Dade, this day-long event features a student art competition, art-led teacher training, interactive arts activities, live performances, giveaways, community resources for parents and more.

Miami Dragon Boat Festival (October)

If you’ve ever had an interest in dragon boat racing, the Miami Dragon Boat Festival is for you. Taking place at Haulover Park, this festival invites fans of all ages to spend a day outdoors, learn about the sport and enjoy live entertainment, a Health and Wellness Village, food trucks and – of course – a 500-meter race with the best dragon boat racing teams in Florida competing.

Miami Book Fair (November)

Each fall, Miami Dade College’s Wolfson Campus in Downtown Miami hosts the literary event of the year: the Miami Book Fair. For eight days, Miami welcomes a long list of critically acclaimed authors who appear on both in-person and virtual panels and Q&As. Children love the weekend-long outdoor Street Fair, where they can explore hundreds of booths, buy books and meet their favorite authors. Entry to the Street Fair is free for all attendees on Friday, while kids 12 and under get in free all weekend.

Family Fun Festival at Frost Science (November)

Head to the Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science in Downtown Miami for the Family Fun Festival, a day designed to spark curiosity and a love of science in adults and children of all ages. This outdoor event takes place at Knight Plaza, in front of the museum, and includes interactive exhibits, booths from community partners and businesses, food for purchase, a DJ and more. Live performances promise to keep children entertained for hours on end. Admission to the museum can be purchased separately.

Annual Fiesta @ The Park hosted by the Gables Hispanic Cultural Foundation (November)

The Gables Hispanic Cultural Foundation, a charitable organization committed to promoting diversity through arts and education, invites families to celebrate Hispanic culture by spending the afternoon at Ponce Circle Park. Fiesta @ The Park features good music, tasty food and drinks, a pavilion filled with children’s activities, and even an art walk. Pets are welcome, and pet care is available.

Miami Beach Holiday Festival of Lights (December)

Get in the holiday spirit at the Miami Beach Holiday Festival of Lights, which features several weeks of live music events with large-scale light displays, festive characters and classic holiday tunes at iconic Miami Beach locations. Wherever you see it, look at the buildings around you. When the music plays, their façades become a canvas for a cutting-edge, colorful light and visual show that moves in perfect unison with the beat.

Miami is full of family-friendly adventures all year. Dive into the vibrant culture and create unforgettable memories with your kids.

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