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10 FREE Things to Do with Kids in NE Miami and Miami Beach

By Francesca Walker February 22, 2018

When everything about having kids seems to cost a pretty penny, we have got a list of 10 FREE things to do with your family in our area. Have a wonderful time and make some fantastic family memories, without spending a cent! 

1. Go to South Pointe Park and see the cruise ships that enter and leave the Port. This is always a sight to see that never gets old. Beside the pier, there is a playground, a garden, and lots of grass/boardwalk space suitable for a nice walk.
When - Always.

2. Take the kids to a farmer market - The farmers' market is a great place to go to explore local food and spend time as a family while kids learn about new food and healthy options.
When - Check out our events calendar to see local farmer markets’ schedule

3. Attend a Family Day at The Bass Museum - A free, monthly IDEAS program created to engage families with children of all ages in activities that encourage conversation, exploration and experimentation through art. 
When - Last Sundays of the month. 

4. Visit the Miami Beach Botanical Garden. This is a hidden gem, a 2.6 acre urban oasis featuring subtropical plants from all around the world, unusual palms and South Florida native plants.
When - Tuesday through Sunday.

5. Attend a Discovering Design Free Family Day at the Wolfsonian - Each event features hands-on art activities that encourage children and parents to engage in some creative looking.
When - First Saturdays of the month.

6. Visit the Institute of Contemporary Art, Miami and its lovely garden. Through an energetic calendar of exhibitions and programs, and its collections, ICA Miami provides kids with an opportunity to see some of the most innovative art of our time.
When - Always. The third Sunday of every month, the museum puts on a "Family Day”.

7. Join Inhale Miami for free yoga class for the entire family. It is nothing short of amazing and fun for all.
When - On Sundays.

8. Lounge under the stars while enjoying live music with Sunny Isles Beach’s Sunny Serenade Concert Series at Samson Oceanfront Park.
When - Third Wednesdays of the month. 

9. Stroll through the Wynwood Walls and the surrounding arts district - a unique outdoor space featuring huge, colorful street murals by artists from around the globe that will inspire your young artists.
When - Always.

10. Visit a library - if you think that libraries are boring and old-fashioned, check out the fun-filled programs offered by our local libraries. There is a program for any age group and interest.
When - Always.


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