Miami Kidz

Category: Events

  • October Events

    MONSTER SPLASH NIGHTTIME BASH
    Where: Miami Seaquarium : 4400 Rickenbacker Causeway Key Biscayne, FL 33149
    When: October 28 – 31, 2011 5:00pm – 10:00pm
    Little ghosts and goblins get set for big fun at Miami’s biggest kid-friendly Halloween Extravaganza – Monster Splash Nighttime Bash returning for its 17th year on October 28 – 31, 2011 from 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.  With more ghoulish treats and ghostly fun than ever before, this year’s event features trick-or-treating at Sharky’s Sweet Tooth Station; kiddie rides and bounce houses at the Little Monsters Play Area; the Monsters in the Mangrove Haunted Walk; Flipper’s Dance Party and the only place in Miami to enjoy Halloween themed marine animal shows. Purchase tickets at participating Walgreens and receive a 20 percent discount.

    Special admission price for the Nighttime Bash is only $24.95 plus tax after 5:00 p.m. for adults, and $19.95 plus tax for children (ages 3 to 12 years) after 5:00 p.m.

    Miami Children’s Museum
    When: Friday, October 28, 2011 @ 12:00pm – 4:00pm
    Let’s start our Halloween Celebration early with Frankenstein Friday-a day dedicated to Frankenstein and his friends. There will be fun crafts, games and more.

    Skeleton Saturday
    Where: Miami Children’s Museum
    When: Saturday, October 29, 2011 @ 12:00pm – 3:00pm
    Bone up on your dance moves as we keep this party shaking with Skeleton Saturday. Create your own pasta skeleton, spooky story time, cultural connections and more. Costumes always welcome.

    Monster Mash Celebration
    Where: Cool De Sac : Dolphin Mall & Sunset Place
    When: Fri Oct 28  – Sat Oct 29, 2011
    Celebrate Halloween with us!  Cool Monster Mash Dance, and Games!
    Come in costume and save $2.00 off admission!

    MiChiMu’s Halloween Celebration
    Where: Miami Children’s Museum
    When: Sunday, October 30, 2011 @ 12:00pm – 5:00pm
    Come out to the Miami Children’s Museum as we celebrate Halloween in style. Dress in costume and enjoy the holiday atmosphere. The activities include trick or treating, Halloween crafts, Mad Science, games and more!

    Don’t forget to wear your Halloween costume!

    Pumpkin Patch @ The Little Farm
    Where: The Little Farm
    When: October 8 – 31, 2011
    Mon-Fri 3-7 PM
    Sat & Sun 10AM-7PM
    Pumpkins, pony rides,petting farm & scarecrow kits
    NO ENTRY FEE,NO RESERVATIONS REQUIRED
    PUMPKINS: $4- $24
    PONY RIDES:$2
    PETTING FARM:$3
    SCARECROW KITS / HARVEST DECOR:$2 -$25
    REFRESHMENTS: $1

    Zoo Boo
    Where: Metro Zoo
    When: October 29 & 30, 2011 @ 11:00am – 4:00pm
    Included with zoo admission, families and kids ages 12 and under are invited to trick-or-treat in costumes, participate in costume contests, watch special performances, make Halloween crafts, see our wild animals get their Halloween goodies, and more!  Music and games with fun prizes will be provided by Radio Disney AM 990 and The Coast 97.3 FM.

    Howl-O-Ween at Pinecrest Gardens
    Where: Pinecrest Gardens
    When: Saturday, October 29, 2011
    Pet Fair : 12:00pm – 5:00pm $3 Adults & $2 Children 2-17. Children under 2 and pets are free.
    Flashlight Tour : 6:45pm Free
    Family Movie: 8:00pm $ 5 General Admission
    Pet Parade : $10 donation per 4 legged participant.

    Enjoy a Halloween “prequel” with a day full of activities for everyone in the family especially your four legged friends. The celebration begins with a Pet Fair featuring pet adoption agencies, vendors, activities like the DOGGIE FUN ZONE PERFORMANCE COURSE designed to take your dog on a thrill ride in a fully enclosed activity area.   Continue a funtastic day with a costume parade for humans and pets including prizes for the first place four legged winners in different categories.  Smell the air…hear the sounds….starting at 6:45 p.m. watch the gardens come to life during a GHOSTLY Flashlight Tour through the Gardens that will surely be a treat for all of the senses.   Finally, end the day with some of the best popcorn in town and a family flick featuring Disney’s Spooky Buddies under the stars in our beautiful Banyan Bowl.

    6th Annual Halloween Event
    Where: Miami Springs Golf & Country Club at 650 Curtiss Pkwy, Miami Springs FL 33166
    When: Saturday, October 29, 2011 @ 6:00pm – 10:00pm
    There will be fun for everyone including a HAUNTED EGG HUNT at 6:30pm for the little Goblins, RIDES that are sure to give you a THRILL, a HAUNTED HAY Ride if you dare & a COSTUME CONTEST for ALL at 7:00pm. Be sure to save the date you don’t want to miss out on this ghostly affair!!!

    If you have any questions please call Patti Bradley at 305-805-5075/5076

    Winn-Dixie Pumpking Decorating
    Where:Winn-Dixie Store #243 541 West 49th Street, Hialeah, Fla. 33012 & Winn-Dixie Store #251 3275 SW 22nd Street ,Miami, Fla. 33145
    When: Sat., Oct. 29, with workshops scheduled at 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. & Sun., Oct. 30, with workshops scheduled at 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.
    Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ: WINN) gets into the Halloween spirit and welcomes children to participate in festive pumpkin decorating workshops at select stores. As part of the workshops, children ages three to 13 will have the opportunity to decorate bright orange pumpkins with assorted paints and will receive a Winn-Dixie Halloween-themed apron and hat. In addition, children will also have the chance to transform into their favorite characters by getting their faces painted. The workshops, which begin at 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m., respectively, will last approximately 20 to 30 minutes and will accommodate the first 20 children present.

  • August Events

     Reading Ready Toddle Story Time
    Where: Miami Dade Public Library – Palmetto Bay Branch : 17641 Old Cutler Rd, Palmetto Bay, FL 33157
    When: Friday, August 5, 2011  @ 10:00 AM
    Stories, songs and activities for toddlers and their caregivers.

    Phineas & Ferb Movie Premier Party
    Where: Cool De Sac Dolphin Mall
    When: Friday, August 5, 2011 @ 7:00pm
    Friday, August 5th 6pm – 9pm & Dolphin Mall
    Come bring the kids out for the Phineas and Ferb Movie Premier Party!
    We will have a Where’s Perry? Contest that begins at 7pm, along with games, prizes and Phineas and Ferb activities throughout the evening.
    There’s 104 of Summer Vacation, Come out and spend it with Cool-de-sac!

    Free Sundays at Fairchild
    Where: Fairchild Gardens
    When: Sunday, August 7, 2011 from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
    A day at Fairchild is a day in paradise. Where else can you visit a tropical rainforest, view world class art, dine at an award winning café and do it all surrounded by the unparalleled beauty of nature? Only at Fairchild.

    Spend a day exploring 83 acres of tropical palms, cycads, flowering trees and breathtaking vistas. Don’t miss plant sales, live music, yoga, food trucks, and free tram tours (limited seating) on these special Sundays.

    Live Music (Garden House)
    1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Join us for the rhythms and beats of a  powerful drum circle.

    Free Yoga (Garden House)
    11:00 a.m.Rina Yoga teachers will be offering classes for the whole family. Bring your own mat and towel  and wear comfortable, loose clothing.

    Local Food Trucks (Cycad Circle)
    Enjoy enticing flavors prepared by Miami’s best food trucks. MexZican Gourmet will be serving authentic Mexican food created by Chef Ze Carlos Jimenez. Sakaya Kitchen will dish up savory Asian eats inspired by Chef Richard Hales. Stop by Real Sorbet and Totally Bananas for frozen treats to help you cool off on the warm summer day.

    The Falls Super Sale Weekend: Tax Free!
    Where: The Falls : 8888 SW 136 Street Miami, FL 33176
    When : Friday, August 12 – 14, 2011
    Before packing up the backpacks and heading back to class, back-to-school shoppers are encouraged to take advantage of great promotions offered by mall retailers during the Super Sale Weekend and take advantage of tax free purchases, beginning Fri., August 12, and lasting through Sun., August 14, at The Falls. Florida’s Tax Free Weekend affords shoppers a unique opportunity to get back into the swing of things for the upcoming school season.
    www.simon.com

    Back to School Splash
    Where: The Falls : 8888 SW 136 Street Miami, FL 33176
    When: Saturday & Sunday, August 6th & 7th, 2011 @ 12:00pm – 5:00pm
    This weekend event will feature free activities including stage entertainment, hand-on crafts, paddle boats, inflatable rides, water and fishing games and a dunk tank.  A Pirate’s Cove Treasure Hunt will heat up some adventure and dozens of family-friendly exhibitors will provide kids’ activities, free samples and loads of fun to beat the heat and get ready for school!  The highly anticipated event draws loads of children and parents who look forward to enjoying a splash of summer diversions while shopping for their back-to-school needs at The Falls.
    Back to School Splash activities will include:

    • A real-size hamster ball ride, “car wash” bounce house, paddle boats, water slide and shoot ‘n shower basketball toss
    • Design your own pirate hat or princess crown, courtesy of South Miami Hospital
    • Children can bandage and cuddle bears that need some TLC at the Holtz * Children’s Hospital’s Teddy Bear Clinic!
    • Build your own sand castle presented by Navarro Discount Pharmacy
    • Come out and visit with everyone’s favorite monkey, Curious George
    • Tropical lei craft activity sponsored by Jackson South Hospital
    • Enjoy live entertainment on stage with MC James Changefield, including live music, magic and game shows
    • Enjoy performances by Hip Hop Kidz and Polynesian Proud

    www.sun-sentinel.com/features/south-florida-parenting

    Tax Free Weekend at International Mall
    Where: Miami International Mall : 1455 NW 107th Avenue, Doral, Fla. 33172
    When: Friday, August 12 – 14, 2011
    Miami International Mall is celebrating the start of the school year with great promotions. Shoppers will enjoy super savings on the latest must-have fashions during tax-free weekend and will enjoy additional deals from many mall retailers during the Clearance Sidewalk Sale.
    Families can also enjoy activities that are sure to get kids excited to pack their backpacks and head to class with the “Green is Cool for School” event. The free event will feature balloon art, giveaways, face painting and etiquette tips from Alicia Faccio.

    Sat., August 13, 2011 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Green is Cool for School

    Back to School Fun Fest
    Where: Dolphin Mall: Ramblas, Entry 3 : 11401 NW 12th St, Miami , FL 33172
    When: Saturday, August 13, 2011 @ 12:00pm – 5:00pm
    Dolphin Mall will usher in the new school year with their annual Back to School fun fest on Saturday, August 13th from Noon to 5 p.m. at the center’s Ramblas Plaza area. Dolphin Mall’s Back to School’s Fun Fest includes special character sing-a-long shows, magic show, musical entertainment, face painters, games, hula hoop contests, balloons, giveaways and more.
    Dolphin Mall will distribute an exclusive back to school deal flyer at the event featuring discounts as well as provide a free backpack with a purchase of $250 or more.  Customers must present same-day receipts totaling $250 or more at the information booth located in Ramblas Plaza to receive a free backpack. Customers can take advantage of the special backpack offer August 1st through August 21st or while supplies last. Limit one backpack per customer.
    www.shopdolphinmall.com

    Bon Festival
    Where: Morikami Museum & Gardens
    When: Saturday, August 13, 2011  @ 4:00pm – 9:00pm
    Obon, or the Bon Festival, is a traditional Japanese observance held over a three-day period in the summer.  Obon signifies a time when the spirits of deceased family members are believed to return for a brief visit to the world of the living.  Obon is a joyous as well as solemn occasion, serving to honor ancestors and thank them for contributing to the quality of life enjoyed by the living.
    Visit their website for more details.
    www.morikami.org

    You Tube: Bon Festival at Morikami Museum

    Second Saturdays are Free for Families
    Where: Miami Art Museum
    When: Saturday, August 13, 2011 @  1:00pm – 04:00pm
    A fun-filled afternoon to explore the museum, learn something new and create art with family. Presented by MetLife Foundation. Additional support provided by Salon Miami. For more information contact Education@miamiartmuseum.org or 305.375.4073.

    MCM Kids Cooking Club with Christina
    Where: Miami Children’s Museum
    When: Saturday, August 20th 2011 @ 2:30 p.m.
    The MCM Kids Cooking Club brings you healthy recipes you can try at home with your kids.

    Fee Free “P.L.A.Y” Days
    Where: Deering Estate
    When: Saturday, August 20, 2011
    As part of the Deering Estate’s annual FEE-FREE “P.L.A.Y.” DAYS, guests can enjoy free admission to the Deering Estate at Cutler on the following Saturdays:
    Bring your family and friends and enjoy complimentary admission as well as hands on eco-art activities, science discovery programs, and historic house tours – all for free! Guests can take a stroll through the Artist Village where the Deering Estate’s Artists-in-Residence create and display works of art in studios.

  • July Events

    Pirate Weekend at Miami Seaquarium
    Where: Miami Seaquarium
    When:Saturday, July 2 – Monday, July 4, 2011
    The first 150 children each day will receive a swashbuckling gift and those sporting their favorite pirate garb will pay only $10 plus tax for admission with a paid adult. Those who complete Davy Jones’ treasure hunt are in for an especially sweet treat. The park also will feature guest appearances by Salty, its resident pirate, before the exhilarating pirate high wire show.
    Pirates Weekend is a part of the “Swashbuckling Summer” program. Running all summer long, the program features exciting daily high wire acts by the pillaging “Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean,” a Giant Water Slide that is over 25 feet tall and a Pirate Skeleton Walk with friendly pirates that are guaranteed to put a smile on kid’s faces. Guests should also prepare to hit the deck as Pirates take over the Top Deck Dolphin Show.
    Admission: Adult $36.95 + tax / Child(Ages 3-9) $26.95 + tax

    Disney’s Mulan @ Miami Children’s Theater
    Where: Miami Children’s Theater: 11155 SW 112th Ave, Miami, FL 33176
    When: Friday, July 8th – Saturday, July 9th
    Broadway Bound is hard at work on Mulan. The show, directed by Christine Vega and choreographed by Tara Plyler, is going to be beautiful, lyrical and thoroughly entertaining. Mulan will be performed three times for the public July, 8 and 9th. To purchase tickets click here…

    Family Fun Nights
    Where: International Mall: 1455 NW 107th Avenue, Doral, Fla. 33172
    When: Friday, July 8, 2011 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
    Workout with Little Gym. Miami International Mall continues to entertain shoppers with summer happenings each Friday throughout July and mid-August. During Friday Family Fun Nights, families will enjoy live performances from area organizations and participate in fun, interactive activities.

    “SAFE SUMMER” AT MIAMI INTERNATIONAL MALL
    Where: Miami International Mall (Center Court): 1455 NW 107th Avenue, Miami, FL 33172
    When: Saturday, July 9, 2011 at 2:00pm – 4:00pm
    A fun and free educational day awaits kids of all ages at Miami International Mall, as the Simon Kidgits Club hosts a “Safe Summer” event. Fun for the whole family, the “Safe Summer” event will help parents teach their children to play it safe by featuring safety demonstrations and allowing kids the opportunity to interact with the City of Doral Police Department. Participants will also enjoy a special appearance by the Love Bird, mascot of the soon-to-be-opened Arturo’s Restaurant inside the mall. There will be fun, summer giveaways including visors and sand bucket sets.
    FREE to Kidgits Club members

    Contact Miami International Mall at (305) 593-1775
    The Simon Kidgits Club’s Safe Summer event is free to members. Families can sign up for the Kidgits Club, during regular mall hours, for an annual membership fee of $5. Membership includes a Kidgits Club membership card and T-shirt, scheduled entertainment and activities for families, a Birthday Club (including birthday card and gift redemption certificate), unique programs and offers, discounts and a quarterly newsletter. For more information, visit www.simon.com/kidgits.

    Pirate Adventure @ The Falls
    Where: The Falls at the Space #396 (near Bloomingdale’s)8888 SW 136 Street, Miami, FL 33176
    When: Saturday, July 9, 2011 at 2:00pm – 4:00pm
    The Falls, one of the largest open-air shopping, dining and entertainment complexes in the United States, is inviting South Florida families to invade the high seas at The Falls during a wild “Pirate Adventure,” a Simon Kidgits Club pirate-themed event, on Saturday, July 9.  During this special event, a pirate magician will astound the crowd with a jaw-dropping magic show.  The Falls will treat all pirates-in-training to their own pirate booty bag, complete with loads of free loot, including pirate swords, eye-patches, coin necklaces, buckaneer bandanas and rings, while supplies last.
    “Pirate Adventure” is one of several programs and events held throughout the year at The Falls for members of the Simon Kidgits Club, which focuses on health, wellness, education, safety and entertainment for children.
    FREE for Kidgits members; $5 for general public. Families can sign up for the Kidgits Club, during regular mall hours, for a membership fee of $5. Membership includes a Kidgits Club membership card and T-shirt, scheduled entertainment and activities for families, a Birthday Club (including birthday card and gift redemption certificate), unique programs and offers, discounts and a quarterly newsletter. For more information, visit www.simon.com/kidgits.

    Family Fun Nights
    Where: International Mall: 1455 NW 107th Avenue, Doral, Fla. 33172
    When: Friday, July 15, 2011 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
    Evening features the CB Music Lab, a laboratory designed to create music and expand the artistic horizons of the youth. Miami International Mall continues to entertain shoppers with summer happenings each Friday throughout July and mid-August. During Friday Family Fun Nights, families will enjoy live performances from area organizations and participate in fun, interactive activities.

    Mango Festival
    Where: Fairchild Gardens
    When: Saturday, July 9, 2011 – Sunday, July 10, 2011 from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM
    Fairchild’s 19th Annual International Mango Festival will celebrate the Mangos of Hawaii. Visit the festival to shop Curator Choice mango trees and fresh fruit, enjoy mango lectures and smoothies, view the world’s largest display of mangos, take part in the world’s only mango auction and buy mango merchandise and botanical art. There will also be mango culinary demonstrations, our one of a kind mango brunch, a fantastic International Fruit Market and fun activities for kids.
    It’s all about mangos at Fairchild’s International Mango Festival.
    Admission: Free for Fairchild Members and children 5 and under.
    Non-members: $25 for adults, $18 for seniors 65 and up and $12 for children 6-17.
    Eco-discount: If you walk, ride your bike or take public transportation to Fairchild, receive $5 off admission for adults and $2 off admission for children. Members, remember to bring your Rewards Card to earn your gift passes!
    Military Discount: We are pleased to offer active military personnel free admission. In addition, admission for spouses is $20 and children $10. Please present Military IDs.

    Teddy Bear Picnic
    Where: Miami Children’s Museum
    When: Sunday, July 10th 2011 @ 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
    We are having our very own Teddy Bear Picnic at the museum. So come on by with your favorite furry bear friend and join us in some arts & crafts, games and much more! Bring in a Teddy Bear and receive a special gift.
    Admission $15
    Florida Resident $12
    Children under 1 year FREE
    Members Complimentary

    Storytime
    Where: South Regional/ Broward College Library  7300 Pines Boulevard  Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
    When: Thursday, July 21, 2011 at 10:30a.m-12:00p.m.
    WPBT2/Kidvision, in association with JetBlue, PBS Kids and Broward County Library System, will host an intimate story time event to help keep children reading throughout the summer. Attendees will enjoy a reading by a local author, a performance by PBS Kids host, Mr. Steve and appearances by PBS Kids characters, Hooper and Super Why. The event is free and open to the public. The event is part of the Soar with Reading program, a free literacy program launched by PBS Kids and JetBlue to keep children reading and beat the summer learning slide.

    Family Fun Nights
    Where: International Mall: 1455 NW 107th Avenue, Doral, Fla. 33172
    When: Friday, July 22, 2011 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
    Theatrical performance by the Alegria Performing Arts Center. Miami International Mall continues to entertain shoppers with summer happenings each Friday throughout July and mid-August. During Friday Family Fun Nights, families will enjoy live performances from area organizations and participate in fun, interactive activities.

    Family Fun Nights
    Where: International Mall: 1455 NW 107th Avenue, Doral, Fla. 33172
    When: Friday, July 29, 2011 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
    High energy Zumba dance session with Fit By Haydee Studio. Miami International Mall continues to entertain shoppers with summer happenings each Friday throughout July and mid-August. During Friday Family Fun Nights, families will enjoy live performances from area organizations and participate in fun, interactive activities.

    Think It- Build It!
    Where: Miami Children’s Museum
    When:Saturday, July 30th 2011 @ 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
    Join us as we use our imaginations and become construction workers for the day. From the development of projects to the cleanup, we will have different activities that cover every aspect of building.

    Cirque Du Soleil: Alegria
    Where: Bank Atlantic Center: 2555 NW 136th Ave, Sunrise, FL 33323
    When:

    • Wednesday, July 20 at 7:30pm
    • Thursday, July 21 at 7:30pm
    • Friday, July 22 at 3:30pm and 7:30pm
    • Saturday, July 23 at 3:30pm and 7:30pm
    • Sunday, July 24 at 1:00pm and 5:00pm
    • Tuesday, July 26 at 7:30pm
    • Wednesday, July 27 at 7:30pm
    • Thursday, July 28 at 7:30pm
    • Friday, July 29 at 7:30pm
    • Saturday, July 30 at 4:00pm and 8:00pm
    • Sunday, July 31 at 1:00pm and 5:00pm

    Alegría is a Cirque du Soleil classic and an internationally acclaimed production that has entertained more than 10 million people worldwide. Alegría is a Spanish word that means happiness, joy and jubilation and features an international cast of 55 performers and musicians from 17 countries and showcases breathtaking acrobatics. Acts include the Synchro Trapeze and the intense and high-energy Aerial High Bars in which daring aerialists fly to catchers swinging more than 40 feet above the stage. The vibrancy of youth is alive in Power Track, a brilliant display of synchronized choreography and tumbling on a trampoline system hidden under the stage floor. In Russian Bars, artists fly through the air and perform spectacular somersaults and mid-air turns, landing on bars perched on the sturdy shoulders of catcher

    Category 1, 2, 3
    Adults: From $35 to $79
    Children (12 & under): From $28 to $64
    Military, Seniors & Students: From $31.50 to $67.5

    Tickets are available for all performances at www.cirquedusoleil.com/alegria or by calling 1-800-745-3000.

    Cirque Eloize
    Where: Adrienne Arsht Center: 1300 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, FL 33132
    When: July 26 – August 7, 2011
    Tickets start at $25 and may be purchased through the Adrienne Arsht Center box office by calling (305) 949-6722, or online at www.arshtcenter.org

    An exciting, moving, and unforgettable modern circus blending the daring soundtrack of rock, hip-hop, and electronica with the romantic heart of West Side Story, iD showcases the unique talents of a troupe of over 16 international artists—masters of hand-to-hand acrobatics, contortion, in-line skating, hip-hop, modern dance, break dance, and Cyr wheel all leading up to a stunning finale on the one-of-a-kind video trampowall. Click here to watch a video: http://www.arshtcenter.org/cirqueid

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  • July 4th Events

    America’s Birthday Bash @ Bayfront Park

    301 North Biscayne Blvd, Miami FL 33132

    When: Monday, July 4th, 2011
    Free Admission
    Free Kids Zone: 3:00 – 7:00pm
    Fireworks: 9:00pm

    www.bayfrontparkmiami.com

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    Fourth of July Celebration : Key Biscayne

    Location: Crandon Boulevard (Parade)
    Key Biscayne, FL 33149

    When: Monday, July 4th, 2011 @ 11:00am – 12:00am
    The parade along Crandon begins at 11:00am
    followed by a picnic @ Village Green Park     Fireworks at the beach at sunset
    All events free of charge

    Crandon Boulevard (Parade)
    Village Green (Picnic)
    Beach (Fireworks at Sunset)

    www.keybiscayne.fl.gov

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    4th of July at Palmer Park : South Miami

    6100 SW 67th Avenue, South Miami, FL 33143

    When: Monday, July 4th, 2011
    Fireworks start at: 8:50pm – 9:30 pm
    Free!!

    www.cityofsouthmiami.net

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    Miami Springs celebrates Independence Day

    Classic Car Show:
    Sunday,  July 3rd, 2011 @ 6:00pm- 10:00pm  Location: Miami Springs Circle ( End of Westward Dr. )
    Independence Day parade :
    Monday, July 4th, 2011 . Starts at 10:00am    Location: Recreation Center  1401 Westward Dr, Miami Springs  FL 33166
    BBQ & Kids water slides :
    11:00am – 1:00pm   Location:  Miami Springs Country Club  650 Curtiss Pkwy , Miami Springs FL 33166
    Fireworks:
    Monday, July 4th, 2011 @  sundown ( Make sure to get there early to get a good spot)  Location: Miami Springs Golf Course  650 Curtiss Pkwy , Miami Springs FL 33166

    http://miamisprings.com

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    Island Queen Cruises: 4th of July Cruises

    Make plans today to join Island Queen Cruises on 4th of July! Our Biscayne Lady yacht will begin boarding at 7:00pm to 8:00pm and depart around 8pm and will be cruising until 10:00pm. There will be a professional DJ onboard playing dance music until the fireworks begin. Patriotic music will be played during the fireworks show.

    www.islandqueencruises.com/4thofJulyCruiseMiami

    Independence Day Celebration : Doral

    JC Bermudez Park, 3000 NW 87 Ave.

    10 a.m. parade begins at Costa Office Park (HSBC Building) at 9800 NW 41 St.
    Picnic     , concert & face painting
    Monday, July 4th, 2011 @ 7:00pm
    fireworks at 9 p.m.

    www.cityofdoral.com

    Old Fashioned 4th of July Picnic

    The Barnacle Historic State Park: 3485 Main Highway Coconut Grove, Florida 33133

    Monday, July 4, 2011 from 11:00am – 4:00pm

    Begin your Fourth of July celebration with an Old-Fashioned Picnic at The Barnacle. Kids can make their own kites, toy boats, and paper dolls in order to understand how different children’s lives were a hundred years ago. Prizes are awarded to those kids that complete a historical scavenger hunt. Bring your own picnic or buy burgers, hot dogs, and veggie dogs here. Music will be provided by internationally known singer/songwriter Joel Zoss from 11:30am to 3pm. After the event here, cap off your ‘Fourth’ with fireworks at nearby Peacock Park.

    Admission $5, ages 6 -11 $3, 5 and under free

    http://floridastateparks.org/thebarnacle

    Jungle Island’s 4th of July Fireworks Bash

    Jungle Island:1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami, Florida 33132

    Monday, July 4, 2011 @ 6:30pm

    This 4th of July, join Jungle Island’s salute to America’s Armed Forces with a fireworks and BBQ bash! Escape the heat and watch the City of Miami’s fireworks spectacular from the terrace of Jungle Island’s Treetop Ballroom. You will also enjoy an all-you-can-eat mouthwatering BBQ buffet, family entertainment including music and dancing and last but not least, interactive visits from some of Jungle Island’s animal friends!

    Adults: $22.95; Children (ages 3-10): $14.95 Military& Veterans: $5 (w/proper ID)

    *Price includes event admission and dinner. Online reservations required at jungleisland.com/tickets by 5pm on July 2nd.

    4th of July Celebration @ Miami Children’s Museum

    Miami Children’s Museum: 980 MacArthur Causeways, Miami, Florida 33132

    Monday, July 4th 2011 @ 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
    Join us as we celebrate 4th of July in style. There will be art, watermelon, water games and more! We will even have our own signing of the Declaration of Independence with Ben Franklin! And don’t forget to wear Red, White and Blue to win a prize!

    An American Dream @ One: Bal Harbor

    Monday, July 4 at 10:00pm – July 5 at 1:00am
    ONE Bal Harbour Resort & Spa/Mister Collins
    10295 Collins Avenue
    Bal Harbour/Miami Beach, FL

    Enjoy a traditional American BBQ hosted by our restaurant Mister Collins…featuring live entertainment and movies for the kids with unlimited popcorn and ice cream. FIREWORKS (the best spot in MIAMI) display will be provided by the Village of Bal Harbour on the Jetty right behind ONE at 9:00PM.

    * Breakfast Buffet 7:00AM – 11:30AM $35.00PP/$20 Child ( 11 years and under)
    * Lunch 11:30AM – 5:00PM
    * 4th of July BBQ 5:00PM – 10:00PM $65.00PP/$35 Child (11 years and under

    www.oneluxuryhotels.com

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