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Things To Do in Miami & South Florida this Weekend: South Florida Fair, Battle Reenactment, & Free Fun

One last weekend of the South Florida Fair—plus a fair that's all Greek to us!

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30 Free Museum Days and More Free Admission Activities with Kids in Miami & South Florida

What's better than a day at a museum? A FREE museum day!

Photo by Jackie Jones

Butterfly World in Coconut Creek: Why Kids Love this South Florida Bug Zoo

From Grandpa to toddler, we all love spending an afternoon in a cloud of butterflies.

Photo courtesy of Ocquatics Swim School

Swimming Lessons for Miami Kids: 10 Best Swim Schools in South Florida

Keep kids safe in the water at these South Florida swim schools.

Photo courtesy of Everglades Alligator Farm

Everglades Airboat Tours: Take a Boat Ride To See the Alligators in the Florida Everglades

Spend an afternoon cruising among the alligators, from anywhere in South Florida.

JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Tidal Cove Waterpark - Photo courtesy of Tripadvisor

Kid-Friendly Hotels in South Florida: Top 12 Resorts for Families in Miami and Ft. Lauderdale

Approved by local moms, these kid-friendly hotels are perfect for a South Florida vacation or...

All Aboard South Florida's New Train: Riding the Brightline to Miami

Kick back and take kids to West Palm Beach or Miami the easy way.

Martin Luther King Parade in Liberty City, photo courtesy of the event

MLK Weekend Things To Do in Miami & South Florida: Parades, Festivals, and Reptiles

Two weeks into January, and we've earned a long weekend already!

Photo courtesy of Oakland Park Holiday Village

50+ Top Holiday Activities: Christmas & Hanukkah Events in Miami and South Florida for Kids

Lights, Santa, action!

Christmas and Holiday Activities Guide for Miami & South Florida Kids

Find the best things to do in Miami this holiday season.

Photo courtesy of Young at Art Museum

New Year's Eve Celebrations for Kids near Miami: Fireworks, Balloon Drops, & Ice Skating

Get ready to grab your kids and party like it's 2023!

Photo courtesy of Holiday Fantasy of Lights

Best Holiday Lights, Drive-Thru Light Shows, and Christmas Light Displays in Miami & South Florida

The holidays need drive-thru lights, boat parades, and over-the-top home displays to truly sparkle!

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Online Santa Visits: Zoom with Santa Claus and Virtual Santa Photos for Kids this Christmas

Kids can meet Santa Claus virtually anytime, anywhere!

Noon Year's Eve balloon drop photo courtesy of the Children's Museum of the Treasure Coast

New Year's Eve Weekend near Miami: Fireworks, Boat Rides, and More Things To Do with South Florida Kids

The whole family can celebrate the last weekend of the year with fireworks, music, & lights.

Zoo Lights photo courtesy of Zoo Miami

Christmas Weekend Things To Do in Miami & South Florida: Lights, Santa, Reindeer, & Mermaids!

You've earned this merry weekend—and there is so much fun to be had!

Photo courtesy of the Downtown Stuart Florida Facebook page

Thanksgiving Weekend Things To Do in Miami & South Florida with Kids: Holiday Parades & Drive-Thru Lights

When the meal is done, here's where to take the family—all weekend long!

Photo courtesy of Fleming's

Kid-Friendly Restaurants Open for Thanksgiving Dinner in Miami & South Florida

Sometimes what we're thankful for are reservations and not doing dishes.

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This App Offers Up to 80% Off the Whole Family’s Prescription Meds–Here’s My SingleCare Review

And prices are often lower than an insurance copay.

Photo courtesy of Tinez Farms

Best Fall Festivals around Miami & South Florida: Pumpkin Festivals, Harvest Festivals, and Oktoberfests!

We don't need cold weather to enjoy a hay ride or a corn maze.

Photo courtesy of Andiamo Montessori

Bilingual & Language Immersion Preschools in South Florida, Where Tots Become Polyglots

Here's a list to help your tot thrive in the melting pot.

Photo courtesy of the Boca Pumpkin Patch Festival

Pumpkin Patches To Visit this Fall around Miami and South Florida

You may want to check every one of these patches for the Great Pumpkin!

Founders Park splash pad photo courtesy of the City of Aventura

Top 20 Splash Pads and Spraygrounds near Miami and Fort Lauderdale

Grab a towel and aim kids at a splash pad or sprayground to cool off on a hot afternoon.

There are more than just lions at Lion Country Safari.

Lion Country Safari: Drive-thru Zoo with Wildlife, Water Rides, & More in South Florida

Don't be surprised if an ostrich pecks at your windshield while you slow down to see the lions.

Get up-close with crocodiles at Zoo Miami. Photo by Ron Magill for Zoo Miami

55 Fun Things To Do around Miami with Kids Before They Grow Up

Come to Miami for the beach but stay for the endless family attractions.

Kayaking is one of the many outdoor activities available at John D. MacArthur Beach State Park.

West Palm Beach with Kids: 40 Things To Do in West Palm Beach, Florida

With year-round warm temps, wildlife, and tropical waters, West Palm Beach is a wonderland for kids.

Halloween Fun and Activities Guide for Miami & South Florida Kids

All the best ways to celebrate Halloween around South Florida

Photo courtesy of Spookyville In Yesteryear Village

Halloween Weekend Things To Do in Miami & South Florida with Kids: All Hallows' Eve, Spookyville, & Trick-or-Treat!

Some Halloween experiences only happen in South Florida—and only this weekend!

Florida boasts plenty of white-sand beaches with crystal-clear water. Photo courtesy of South Seas Island Resort

10 Best Florida Beach Vacation Destinations for Families

Escape the cold weather at one of these warm and sunny Florida beach vacation destinations.

Go snorkeling in the stunning water at Tranquility Bay Resort. Photo courtesy of the resort

30 Things To Do in the Florida Keys with Kids (Besides Key West )

Key lime pie, amazing animals, beach camping and more await families in the Florida Keys.

Every summer at Aloha Camps Lanakila Camp brings magic and adventure to participants. Photo courtesy of the Aloha Foundation

Sleepaway Camp Guide: The Best Overnight Camps in the US

The best overnight camps and sleepaway camps for kids.

Laugh, or cringe, together with these dad jokes!

50 Dad Jokes Just in Time for Father’s Day

Eyes will roll and faces will cringe at these 50 dad jokes.

Does it get any dreamier than a Florida Keys resort that meets the ocean? Photo courtesy Isla Bella

12 Best Florida Keys Resorts and Hotels for Families

Stay at a beachfront cottage for a laid-back Florida Keys getaway.

Visitors can actually ride the exhibits at the Florida Railroad Museum, which hosts a variety of experiences throughout the year. Photo courtesy of the museum

10 Scenic Train Rides in Florida for Every Family to Enjoy

Tour the Sunshine State aboard these exciting Florida train rides. Choo, choo!

Pre Labor Day Festival photo courtesy of the City of Fort Lauderdale Parks and Recreation

Labor Day Weekend Best Things To Do in Miami & South Florida: Festivals, Parades, and Outdoor Concerts

Summer can't end without all of these parades, concerts, and festivals!

Enjoy the 4th of July Parade and Family Fun Day in Lauderdale-By-the-Sea. Photo courtesy of the Lauderdale-By-the-Sea via Facebook

4th of July Weekend in Miami: Fireworks, Festivals, and More Things To Do with Kids

We've found all the best spots to see the rockets' red glare!

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Florida campground Westgate River Ranch offers amazing extras, like archery. Photo courtesy of the campground

Florida Campgrounds with Extra Entertainment for Kids

These rad Florida campgrounds will get kids excited to be outdoors!

Visitors can actually ride the exhibits at the Florida Railroad Museum, which hosts a variety of experiences throughout the year. Photo courtesy of the museum

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A refreshing swim awaits at these natural swimming holes.

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