Best Things To Do With Kids In Miami This Weekend
June 5th -7th
Updated June 2026
Looking for the best things to do with kids in Miami this weekend? Mom Approved Miami shares family friendly events, free activities, festivals, museums, and local fun across Miami and South Florida.
All Month Long:
Superblue Miami – Immersive Art Experiences
1101 NW 23rd Street, Miami, FL 33127
Available all month long
Step into a breathtaking immersive art experience that’s perfect for families, date nights, or a fun solo outing.
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Balloon Museum: POP AIR – Art is Inflatable
Dates: May 16 – September 27, 2026
Location: Mana Wynwood Convention Center
Miami hosts one of the world’s most viral immersive art experiences featuring giant inflatable installations and interactive, walk-through environments. This highly sensory, photo-worthy exhibition is designed for both kids and adults, inviting visitors to explore large-scale contemporary art that you can move through, touch, and experience from the inside.
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Paradox Museum Miami
Location: 2301 North Miami Avenue, Miami, FL 33127
Step into a world where nothing is quite as it seems at Paradox Museum Miami. This immersive, family-friendly attraction features mind-bending exhibits that challenge your perception and spark curiosity through hands-on experiences. Explore favorites like the Infinity Well, where you’ll appear to soar through an endless abyss, the Zero Gravity Room, where you can feel like an astronaut, and the Paradox Tunnel, where simply walking straight becomes a surprising challenge. Every exhibit combines science, illusion, and creativity to create unforgettable photo opportunities and interactive fun for all ages.
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Friday June 5th
Summer Kick Off
Dates: June 5, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Doral Central Park Aquatic Center
Kick off summer with a day of water-filled fun at Doral Central Park Aquatic Center. Families can cool off and enjoy the water park while celebrating the start of the summer season with friends and community members. Water park attractions will be open throughout the day, making it the perfect way to beat the heat.
Tickets / Info: Regular water park admission applies. Water Park Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Movie Night Under the Stars: Coco
Dates: June 5, 2026 | Doors Open at 7:00 PM
Location: Ronselli Park
Enjoy a magical evening under the stars as the City of Sweetwater presents a free outdoor screening of Disney Pixar’s Coco. Bring your blankets, lawn chairs, family, and friends for a fun community movie night filled with music, laughter, and unforgettable moments.
Tickets / Info: FREE and open to the public.
Copa del Sol
Dates: June 5–7, 2026
Hours: Fri–Sat 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Sun 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location: Lummus Park
Copa del Sol brings a high-energy, free street soccer festival to Miami Beach as part of FIFA World Cup 2026 programming. The event transforms Lummus Park into an open-air tournament space featuring 4v4 matches, bleacher seating, live DJs, match announcers, and interactive fan activations right on the sand. Over 150 teams are expected to compete across youth, women’s, corporate, and open divisions, with fast-paced 20-minute matches running throughout the weekend. Fans can enjoy nonstop soccer action, music, and community energy, including a Guinness World Records freestyle activation on Saturday.
Tickets / Info: Free to attend (player registration required separately)
Saturday June 6th
Home Depot Kids Workshop: Goalie Game
Dates: June 6 2026 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: The Home Depot
Kids can build and decorate a hands-on goalie game craft during this free monthly workshop designed for young builders.
Tickets / Info: Free workshop
Free First Saturday
Dates: June 6, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Gold Coast Railroad Museum
Enjoy free admission to the museum during Free First Saturday and explore historic trains, railroad exhibits, and family-friendly attractions. Guests can also browse the Central Makers Market featuring local vendors, handmade goods, and unique shopping opportunities throughout the day.
Tickets / Info: Free admission
Free Museum Entry with Bank Card
Location: Participating South Florida Museums SEE ALL HERE
Details: Receive free admission to select South Florida museums when you present a participating bank card.
Farm Share Hurricane Preparedness Distribution (with Global Empowerment Mission)
Dates: June 6, 2026 | 9:00 AM (Hialeah: June 7, 2026 | 9:00 AM)
Location: Multiple South Florida locations
Farm Share and Global Empowerment Mission are providing free hurricane preparedness supplies across Florida as hurricane season begins. Families can receive essential items including water, emergency blankets, flashlights, pet food, and dignity kits. No registration required—first come, first served while supplies last.
Locations:
Miami Gardens
Location: Antioch Missionary Baptist Church
Address: 21311 NW 34th Ave, Miami Gardens, FL 33056
Homestead
Location: Harris Field Park
Address: 1034 NE 8th St, Homestead, FL 33030
Hialeah (June 7, 2026)
Location: Milander Park
Address: 4700 Palm Ave, Hialeah, FL 33012
Sunrise
Location: Amerant Bank Arena
Address: 1 Panther Pkwy, Sunrise, FL 33323
Lauderdale Lakes
Location: Vincent Torres Park
Address: 4331 NW 36th St, Lauderdale Lakes, FL 33068
Tickets / Info: Free (no registration required)
Party for the Planet
Dates: June 6, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Zoo Miami
Celebrate conservation and sustainability with a family-friendly day at Zoo Miami. Guests who donate an old cellphone will receive free admission to enjoy animal encounters, educational activities, and eco-focused experiences throughout the zoo.
Tickets / Info: Free ticket with cellphone donation
Beach Activation: Youth Swim Instruction
Dates: June 6, 2026 | 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM
Location: 81st Street Beach
Children can build confidence and ocean safety skills during this free Youth Swim Instruction session at 81st Street Beach. Presented by Blue Scholars Initiative as part of the World Ocean Celebration lineup, this program introduces school-age children to open-water awareness in calm, shallow conditions. Led by Breathe & Splash Swim School, the session focuses on helping kids become safer and more confident in and around the ocean while practicing essential water safety skills.
Advance registration is required, and space is limited. Each child must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, and a liability waiver is required. Families are encouraged to bring goggles, reef-safe sunscreen, sun protection, and water.
Tickets / Info: Free (registration required)
Storywalk at The Frank
Dates: June 6, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: The Frank C. Ortis Art Gallery
Enjoy a creative and interactive family morning at The Frank featuring Storywalk with Broward County librarians. Families can listen to a reading of See Marcus Grow, participate in a hands-on art activity, and enjoy live music and an instrument petting zoo hosted by School of Rock Hollywood. The event also includes free entry to the current exhibitions, Monumentalizing the Trace by TRIEZMAN + ZURILLA and Perseverance. The first 100 registered families will receive a free copy of See Marcus Grow (one per household).
Tickets / Info: Free event
Block Party at the Y
Dates: June 6, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Location: South Dade YMCA Family Center
Enjoy a family-friendly community block party featuring crafts, fitness class demos, local vendors, activities, and fun for all ages.
Tickets / Info: Free event
CHILL ACT Miami Expo
Dates: June 6, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location: James L. Knight Center
CHILL ACT Miami is one of the largest family-focused neurodiversity and autism resource expos, bringing together trusted providers, therapy resources, education support programs, and community organizations under one roof. Families can connect directly with ABA providers, speech and therapy specialists, school support programs, and autism resources while also enjoying kid-friendly activities like face painting, henna, and character experiences. The event also features CHILL ACT Runway, where children walk alongside professional models in an uplifting celebration of confidence and inclusion. Free autism pre-screening support is also available for families seeking guidance.
Tickets / Info: FREE admission
Miami Goombay Festival
Dates: June 6–7, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Location: Grand Avenue (SW 37th Avenue to Elizabeth Street), Coconut Grove
The Miami Goombay Festival is one of South Florida’s longest-running cultural celebrations, honoring Bahamian heritage and Caribbean traditions in the heart of Coconut Grove. Founded in 1977, this vibrant street festival features live music, cultural programming, and a wide variety of food vendors serving traditional Bahamian dishes like conch fritters and conch salad. A signature highlight is Junkanoo, a high-energy street parade filled with drumming, dancing, and elaborate costumes that takes over the neighborhood throughout the weekend.
Tickets / Info: Free community festival
Copa del Sol
Dates: June 5–7, 2026
Hours: Fri–Sat 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Sun 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location: Lummus Park
Copa del Sol brings a high-energy, free street soccer festival to Miami Beach as part of FIFA World Cup 2026 programming. The event transforms Lummus Park into an open-air tournament space featuring 4v4 matches, bleacher seating, live DJs, match announcers, and interactive fan activations right on the sand. Over 150 teams are expected to compete across youth, women’s, corporate, and open divisions, with fast-paced 20-minute matches running throughout the weekend. Fans can enjoy nonstop soccer action, music, and community energy, including a Guinness World Records freestyle activation on Saturday.
Tickets / Info: Free to attend (player registration required separately)
Pinecrest Drive-Up Farmer’s Market
Dates: Saturdays | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Pinecrest Gardens
Shop fresh produce, baked goods, and local products at this popular weekly farmer’s market. The drive-up format makes it easy for families to support local vendors while stocking up on fresh foods and specialty items.
Legion Park Farmers Market
Dates: Saturdays | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Legion Park
Spend your Saturday shopping fresh produce, local foods, baked goods, artisan products, and more at the Legion Park Farmers Market. Set along Biscayne Bay, this popular community market offers a relaxed outdoor setting where families can support local vendors while enjoying one of Miami’s favorite waterfront parks. Free parking available in the main park lot at 6447 NE 7th Ave, Miami, FL 33138.
Library events
All events are FREE unless otherwise stated
Miami-Dade
Ready, Set, Go: Music & Movement
Dates: June 6, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: Main Library Children’s Department
Get ready to move, play, and learn during this interactive early childhood storytime designed for ages 0–5. Presented by The Children’s Trust Parent Club in collaboration with the University of Miami, this program shows how music and movement support language development and early literacy skills. Families will enjoy rhythm-based activities, songs, and creative play that help strengthen listening, focus, and comprehension in a fun, engaging environment.
Summer Reading Kickoff
Dates: June 6, 2026 | 10:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Location: Miami Beach Regional Library
Kick off summer with a full day of family fun at the library featuring music, crafts, face painting, wildlife encounters, and hands-on creative activities. Families can also join a special LEGO® character drawing session and enjoy interactive programming designed for all ages, from toddlers to tweens. It’s a celebration of reading, creativity, and summer learning for the whole family.
Toddler Rock
Dates: June 6, 2026 | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: Miami Beach Regional Library
Enjoy a special toddler-focused music session led by a certified music therapist from Wholesome Harmonies. This interactive program is designed for young children and caregivers, using songs and movement to support early childhood development in a fun, engaging environment (ages 19 months–3 years)
Furry Tales: Reading with Helena
Dates: June 6, 2026 | 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: Coral Reef Branch Library
Read your favorite stories alongside Helena, a registered therapy dog, in this calming, sensory-friendly literacy program. Reading aloud to therapy dogs helps children build confidence, improve reading skills, and develop a love for books. Families can bring their own story or choose one from the library’s collection in a relaxed, supportive environment.
Music and Movement: Autism Acceptance
Dates: June 6, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Fairlawn Branch Library
This sensory-friendly music experience encourages creativity, movement, and mindfulness through instruments, dancing, singing, and interactive activities. Designed for young children, this program supports sensory exploration and emotional regulation in a welcoming and inclusive setting (ages 3–5)
Magic Show: Summer Reading Challenge
Dates: June 6, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Sunset Branch Library
Get ready for an exciting family-friendly magic show as part of the Summer Reading Challenge. This entertaining performance is designed for all ages and brings wonder, laughter, and interactive fun to encourage a love of reading and imagination.
Mission: Outer Space! Summer Reading Kickoff
Dates: June 6, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Westchester Regional Library
Blast off into a high-energy, interactive space adventure where kids explore planets, learn about NASA and SpaceX missions, and discover the importance of protecting Earth. This STEAM-focused program blends storytelling, music, and hands-on fun to spark curiosity and inspire young space explorers.
Magical Stories with Professor M. Summer Reading Challenge
Dates: June 6, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: West Kendall Regional Library
Enjoy a whimsical, wizard-themed performance filled with magic, storytelling, and interactive fun as part of the Summer Reading Challenge. This family-friendly show is designed for all ages and encourages imagination, literacy, and a love of reading through engaging entertainment.
Kickoff the Summer with a Wildlife Show
Dates: June 6, 2026 | 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: Coconut Grove Branch Library
Kick off summer with a live wildlife show and community celebration at the library. Families can enjoy animal encounters, register for the Summer Reading Program, and participate in activities designed to inspire curiosity and summer-long engagement. The event also includes community programming such as a time capsule launch and hands-on fun for all ages.
Happy Birthday West Flagler Branch: Dino Day
Dates: June 6, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: West Flagler Branch Library
Celebrate 68 years of the West Flagler Branch with a prehistoric-themed Dino Day birthday party. Families can enjoy a fun, dinosaur-inspired celebration filled with creative activities and hands-on arts and crafts as the library honors its long-standing role in the community.
Broward County
Summer Learning Program Launch Party: Unearth Your Story This Summer
Dates: June 6, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Location: Lauderhill Towne Centre Library
Kick off the Summer Learning Program with a high-energy family celebration featuring a magic show, face painting, crafts, and interactive activities for all ages. Families can register for the Summer Learning Program and start earning prizes for reading all summer long while enjoying a fun, community-focused kickoff event.
Register
Jimmy C Magic Show: Launching the Summer with a Magician
Dates: June 6, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Lauderhill Towne Centre Library (Multipurpose Room)
Kick off the Summer Reading Program 2026 with an exciting, family-friendly magic show by Jimmy C. This interactive performance is designed for all ages and blends humor, illusion, and audience participation to celebrate the start of summer learning and reading fun.
Tickets / Info: Free event RSVP
Get the Summer Started With The Amazing Mr. A
Dates: June 6, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 11:45 AM
Location: Percy White Branch Library
Kick off summer with a family-friendly magic show featuring The Amazing Mr. A, blending magic, ventriloquism, and interactive fun. This engaging performance is designed for all ages and brings laughter and wonder as part of the Summer Learning Program.
Register
Magic Show with Brent Gregory
Dates: June 6, 2026 | 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Location: Southwest Regional Library (Auditorium)
Join magician Brent Gregory for an interactive, family-friendly performance filled with mind-bending magic and comedy. This engaging show is part of the Summer Learning Program and is designed for audiences of all ages, making it a fun way for families to enjoy storytelling, laughter, and amazement together.
Fantasy Theatre Factory Presents: Wizard of Oz
Dates: June 6, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Miramar Branch Library & Education Center (Multipurpose Room)
Enjoy a fast-paced, comedic, and highly theatrical adaptation of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz presented by Fantasy Theatre Factory. This family-friendly performance brings L. Frank Baum’s classic story to life with humor, creativity, and interactive storytelling designed for kids and families.
Register
Dinosaur Egg Search and Hatch EventDates: June 6, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Location: Hollywood Branch Library (Multipurpose Room)
Join an exciting hands-on dinosaur adventure where kids can search for hidden dinosaur eggs and take part in a fun “hatching” activity. This interactive summer learning program is designed for ages 5 and up and encourages exploration, problem-solving, and imaginative play. Supplies are limited, making this a special experience for registered participants.
Tickets / Info: Registration required (limited space)
Sunday June 7
Free Museum Entry with Bank Card
Location: Participating South Florida Museums SEE all HERE
Details: Receive free admission to select South Florida museums when you present a participating bank card.
Farm Share Hurricane Preparedness Distribution (with Global Empowerment Mission)Dates: June 7, 2026
Location: Milander Park
Address: 4700 Palm Ave, Hialeah, FL 33012 (9:00 AM)
Farm Share and Global Empowerment Mission are providing free hurricane preparedness supplies across Florida as hurricane season begins. Families can receive essential items including water, emergency blankets, flashlights, pet food, and dignity kits. No registration required—first come, first served while supplies last.
Doral Yard Petting Zoo Experience
Dates: June 7, 2026 | 2:00 PM, 3:00 PM & 4:00 PM
Location: The Doral Yard
Spend the afternoon meeting adorable farm animals, cuddling bunnies, taking photos, and enjoying a relaxing outdoor family experience. Guests can also enjoy food and drinks from onsite culinary vendors while the kids interact with friendly animals.
Tickets / Info: Choose from three available time slots Tickets HERE
Back to School Mass Distribution
Dates: June 7, 2026 | 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Pembroke Pines
Families can receive diapers, personal care items, OTC products, clothing, sneakers, and back-to-school essentials during this large community giveaway event.
Tickets / Info: Free event
Wat Buddharangsi 44th Anniversary
Dates: June 7, 2026 | Starting 6:00 AM
Location: Wat Buddharangsi Buddhist Temple
Celebrate the 44th anniversary of Wat Buddharangsi, a peaceful and culturally rich gathering honoring Thai traditions and Buddhist teachings in South Florida. This family-friendly event welcomes all ages and backgrounds to experience a full day of spiritual practice and cultural immersion, including morning and evening chanting with monks, meal offerings, Dharma talks, and guided meditation sessions. Families can also enjoy cultural stage performances and explore local vendors offering food, clothing, jewelry, and fresh goods.
Tickets / Info: Free community event
Miami Goombay Festival
Dates: June 6–7, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Location: Grand Avenue (SW 37th Avenue to Elizabeth Street), Coconut Grove
The Miami Goombay Festival is one of South Florida’s longest-running cultural celebrations, honoring Bahamian heritage and Caribbean traditions in the heart of Coconut Grove. Founded in 1977, this vibrant street festival features live music, cultural programming, and a wide variety of food vendors serving traditional Bahamian dishes like conch fritters and conch salad. A signature highlight is Junkanoo, a high-energy street parade filled with drumming, dancing, and elaborate costumes that takes over the neighborhood throughout the weekend.
Tickets / Info: Free community festival
Copa del Sol
Dates: June 5–7, 2026
Hours: Fri–Sat 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM | Sun 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Location: Lummus Park
Copa del Sol brings a high-energy, free street soccer festival to Miami Beach as part of FIFA World Cup 2026 programming. The event transforms Lummus Park into an open-air tournament space featuring 4v4 matches, bleacher seating, live DJs, match announcers, and interactive fan activations right on the sand. Over 150 teams are expected to compete across youth, women’s, corporate, and open divisions, with fast-paced 20-minute matches running throughout the weekend. Fans can enjoy nonstop soccer action, music, and community energy, including a Guinness World Records freestyle activation on Saturday.
Tickets / Info: Free to attend (player registration required separately)
Move Like an Athlete Summer Sundays
Dates: June 7 – July 12, 2026 | Weekly on Sundays
Hours: 9:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Location: Vizcaya Village
Move Like an Athlete Summer Sundays is a free, family-friendly wellness and activity series combining soccer-inspired movement, fitness classes, and the Vizcaya Village Farmers Market. Designed for all ages and abilities, families can enjoy drop-in activities like yoga, Zumba, fitness circuits, open play zones, and hydration stations while spending time outdoors together. Select Sundays also feature youth soccer sessions led by Soccer Stars of Miami, giving kids a chance to learn and play in a supportive environment. The series runs alongside a vibrant farmers market featuring local produce, artisan foods, and handmade goods from over 40 vendors. Free Summer BreakSpot meals for children and teens 18 and under will be available on-site while supplies last, with no registration, ID or application required.
Tickets / Info: Free event
Pinecrest Drive-Up Farmer’s Market
Dates: Sundays 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Location: Pinecrest Gardens
Shop fresh produce, baked goods, and local products at this popular weekly farmer’s market. The drive-up format makes it easy for families to support local vendors while stocking up on fresh foods and specialty items.
Lincoln Road Farmer’s Market
Dates: Sundays | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Lincoln Road Mall
Enjoy fresh produce, handcrafted goods, flowers, and specialty foods while strolling through the heart of Miami Beach. This bustling outdoor market offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of local finds.
Farmer’s Market at Village of Merrick Park
Dates: Sundays | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Ground Floor of Merrick Park
Discover fresh produce, artisanal foods, baked goods, and local vendors while enjoying one of Coral Gables’ premier outdoor shopping destinations.
