Lindsey Scannell

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MLK Weekend 2024 in Miami & South Florida: 16 Best Things To Do With Kids

Submitted by Lindsey Scannell on Wed, 01/10/2024 - 11:51am

Honor the spirit of MLK weekend at Deerfield Beach's epic MLK parade and celebration. Photo courtesy of the City of Deerfield Beach

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

It's MLK weekend and that means three days for Miami and South Florida families to have fun! This MLK weekend, families should check out the Coconut Creek Car Show and Supercar Saturdays; get into laser fun in Miami and West Palm Beach; and enjoy the thrills of the South Florida Fair opening weekend. Honor the history and sentiment of this weekend's namesake by attending Martin Luther King Jr. parades and celebrations in Miami, Sunrise, and Deerfield Beach and look into volunteer opportunities during the MLK Day of Service.

50 Free Fun Things to Do in Miami & South Florida with Kids

Submitted by Lindsey Scannell on Sun, 01/07/2024 - 11:26am

The splash pad at Sugar Land Park is on another level of fun! Photo courtesy of Greater Boca Raton Beach and Park District

There are so many amazing and FREE things to do in Miami and South Florida. We have compiled a list of our favorite free activities and events for you to check out without any financial stressors! Want more ideas that won't break the bank? Check out our Free Guide for Miami Families for cheap and easy ways to entertain kiddos.

New Year's Eve Weekend 2023 in Miami & South Florida: Fireworks, Balloon Drops, Noon Year's Eve

Submitted by Lindsey Scannell on Wed, 12/27/2023 - 11:44am

Kids wear their coolest rock n’ roll costumes and dance, make party hats, and countdown to noon with a balloon drop! Photo courtesy of Young at Art Museum

It's almost New Year's Eve weekend, and we can't believe how quickly 2023 flew by! Grab your crew and celebrate the New Year at any time of the day with awesome Miami events. Get your final fix of the holiday season at Holiday in Paradise. Do you have a science fanatic who enjoys learning about weather? It's the final weekend of Winter Wonderlab Science in Fort Lauderdale. If you want to ring in New Year's Eve weekend with your little one, there are some great options in South Florida—Happy Noon Year in Jensen Beach, Rock’n Noon Year’s Eve in Plantation, and Noon Year's Eve Celebration in West Palm Beach.

All this and more is available in our Miami & South Florida calendar of events for families. Whatever you choose to do, have a happy New Year from everyone here at Mommy Poppins!

Christmas Weekend 2023 in Miami & South Florida Top Things To Do: Holiday Lights, Santa Sightings, and More

Submitted by Lindsey Scannell on Wed, 12/20/2023 - 11:41am

Experience the dazzling colors of Zoo Lights this Christmas weekend, as well as a scavenger hunt, Santa, and more! Photo courtesy of Zoo Miami

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

Christmas weekend is almost here and we're in full celebration mode. Gather the family together and head to one of the many festive events in Miami and South Florida for the holidays. Looking to meet Santa? Get a picture with jolly St. Nick at Christmas at Santa’s Wonderland at Bass Pro Shops and enjoy an ice cream with the big guy at Christmas with Santa at Larry's. Finish last-minute shopping while lovely sounds of Christmas at Holiday Carolers at Downtown Palm Beach Gardens. Head out to the final Christmas weekend of Christmas Nights at Tinez Farms and partake in the craft station, send a letter to Santa, and take part in a magical snow experience.

Check out all our picks for this Christmas weekend, including more things open on Christmas Day! Keep the kids entertained during their school break with our Christmas Vacation Ideas for Kids in Miami & South Florida. Whatever your plans this weekend, have a very happy holiday from your friends at Mommy Poppins!

Christmas Vacation in Miami & South Florida: 25 Staycation Ideas for Things To Do With Kids

Submitted by Lindsey Scannell on Sun, 12/17/2023 - 11:30am

Luminosa welcomes kids and adults of all ages to a world of vibrant color and inspiring creativity. Photo courtesy of Jungle Island

This Christmas vacation in Miami, parents may be scratching their heads trying to come up with things to do with kids. A staycation in Miami and South Florida can include creative activities, both outdoors and indoors, as well as holiday events and at-home fun! We've compiled an amazing list of great places and options to entertain children in Miami and South Florida during Christmas vacation.

Need more ideas for the kiddos this holiday season? Use our Christmas and Holiday Guide for Miami & South Florida for wonderful things to do as a family!

Best Neighborhood Christmas Light Displays and Holiday Lights in Miami & South Florida

Submitted by Lindsey Scannell on Sun, 12/10/2023 - 11:52am

The only thing better than one home's Christmas light display are LOTS of neighborhood lights! Photo courtesy of Enchanted Place North of Miami Facebook page.

Christmas lights in Miami and South Florida neighborhoods twinkle this holiday season. Enthusiastic homeowners spread holiday cheer with gorgeous Christmas lights and displays. Neighborhood holiday lights in Miami include houses that welcome passers-by to walk through front yards; those that broadcast a holiday soundtrack from their own shortwave radio stations, synced to choreographed lights; and other houses that collaborate as a neighborhood unit for one massive take on holiday fun.

Take a look at the brightest holiday and Christmas light displays in Miami and South Florida neighborhoods worth visiting!

Take Pictures with Santa in Miami & South Florida: Fun Places for Breakfast with Santa

Submitted by Lindsey Scannell on Sun, 12/03/2023 - 9:50am

Before celebrating Christmas, take pictures with Santa for lasting holiday memories. Photo by Andre Sr, courtesy of Canva

It's that time of year for pictures with Santa, reindeer, and jingle bells in Miami and South Florida! Share the holiday spirit with adorable pictures with Santa taken at fun spots throughout Miami. Whether you want to buy a photo package with all different sizes, grab a picture with your pup, take a Christmas selfie, or cheers Santa with a cookie, we have found great options that fit any budget and family dynamic.

And after all that posing, grab breakfast with Santa (or brunch/lunch/dinner) at fun South Florida and Miami restaurants, shopping districts, events...another perfect photo opp to snap a shot with Santa!

Thanksgiving Day Weekend 2023 in Miami: Holiday Lights, Festivals, and More Things To Do

Submitted by Lindsey Scannell on Tue, 11/21/2023 - 4:59am

See animals glow under the twinkling holiday lights at Zoo Lights at Palm Beach Zoo! Photo courtesy of Palm Beach Zoo

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

This Thanksgiving Day weekend, we have shopping, cooking, entertaining kids, and hosting on our minds. So take a respite from the holiday insanity by bringing the kiddos to fun events in Miami and South Florida this weekend! Greet Santa at Broward Mall; check out dazzling Christmas lights at Zoo Lights at Palm Beach Zoo, Zoo Lights Miami, and Christmas Lights in the Acres; and belt out your greatest tunes at Peppa Pig's Sing-Along Party! in Fort Lauderdale.

Want more ideas for the Thanksgiving holiday break? Check out our Christmas Events and Holiday Activities Guide for Miami and South Florida Families and get the juicy details about all the fun happenings in the area this holiday season. Happy Thanksgiving from everyone at Mommy Poppins!