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Fall Festivals, Pumpkin Patches, and More Fun Things to Do in Miami This Weekend With Kids

Get into the fall spirit at Family Farms, with pumpkin picking, arts and crafts, photo opps, and more. Photo courtesy of Family Farms
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9/29/23 - By Lindsey Scannell

Looking for the best things to do in Miami and South Florida this weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your weekend list!

It is offically October and there are so many great events in Miami and South Florida to check out this weekend! Get into the fall spirit by visiting the Pumpkin Patch at Family Farm or Mr. Jack O'Lantern's Pumpkin Patch. Enjoy a nature-inspired story under the shade of a southern live oak at Story Time in the Children’s Garden at Flamingo Gardens. Gather the family and bring blankets and chairs to comfortably enjoy a FREE movie under the stars to end your week in Coconut Creek. And that's only some of the cool weekend events in Miami and South Florida -- see below for more!

We're ready for Halloween events in Miami & South Florida with ghosts, ghouls, witches, and zombies...plus dancing, pumpkins, and costume contests! Go beyond PSL this season and check out our Fun Fall Guide Near Miami for more ideas!

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The only thing better than reading a story together is doing it together outdoors. Photo from a Story Time in the Children’s Garden at Flamingo Gardens
The only thing better than reading a story together is doing it together outdoors. Photo from a Story Time in the Children’s Garden at Flamingo Gardens

Things to Do this Weekend in Miami with Kids

Bedner's Fall Festival

Boynton Beach - Through October 30, 2023
Bedner's Fall Festival admission includes the pumpkin patch, animal Edventure park, tractor ride, corn maze, a sunflower maze, and more entertainment to make a trip to Boynton Beach well worth it. READ MORE

House of Horror Haunted Carnival

Doral - Select days, September 28- October 31, 2023
House of Horror Haunted Carnival is one of the largest Halloween experiences in South Florida. Take a risk and enjoy unlimited carnival rides, delectable treats, and carnival games at the House of Horror midway. READ MORE

Nights at the Cox Science Museum

Fort Lauderdale - Friday, September 29, 2023
On the last Friday of select months guests enjoy a different themed night of extended hours of exploration at the Science Center and Aquarium.  READ MORE

Jazz at MOCA Outdoor Concerts

North Miami - Friday, September 29, 2023
Enjoy free outdoor jazz concerts, rain or shine, the last Friday of every month in Miami. READ MORE

Smorgasburg Miami Celebrates Hispanic Latino Heritage Month

Miami - September 29 - October 1, 2023
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Pumpkin Patch at Family Farm

Davie - Opening weekend! Select days, September 29-October 29, 2023
Get ready for a pumpkin-tastic adventure with a pumpkin patch, farm mazes, fall crafts and more. READ MORE

Caffeine & Chrome 2023

Coral Springs - Saturday, September 30, 2023
This classic car celebration is open to the public and welcomes the collectible car owner or daily driver. Check out the cars while indulging in pastries and coffee. READ MORE

Movies in the Park presents "Sandlot"

Coconut Creek - Saturday, September 30, 2023
Gather the family and bring your blankets and chairs to enjoy a free movie under the stars. READ MORE

Story Time in the Children’s Garden at Flamingo Gardens

Davie - Sunday, October 1, 2023
Enjoy a nature-inspired story under shade of a southern live oak at Flamingo Gardens, the 60-acre botanical garden and Everglade wildlife sanctuary. A kid-friendly yoga session follows the story and the program finishes with a craft project inspired by the story. READ MORE

Sunday Jazz Brunch in Fort Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale - Sunday, October 1, 2023
Relax and enjoy Fort Lauderdale’s scenic Riverwalk at this free, live outdoor concert series featuring local jazz artists on three different stages. READ MORE

Mr. Jack O'Lantern's Pumpkin Patch

West Palm Beach - Opening weekend! October 1- 31, 2023
Mr. Jack O’ Lanterns has free admission, free parking, and pumpkins ranging in size from miniature to 50-pounders. Kids can enjoy a giant extreme wicked obstacle course, the wee-be-little bounce house for little children, bigger bounce houses, pumpkin decorating, a photo station, and more. READ MORE
The Burger Shack welcomes small children who enjoy the state-of-the-art playground, attached to the restaurant. Photo courtesy of Burger Shack at Lighthouse Cove.
The Burger Shack welcomes small children who enjoy the state-of-the-art playground, attached to the restaurant. Photo courtesy of Burger Shack at Lighthouse Cove.

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