Published: July 25, 2024
Kick off the new school year by hosting your own back-to-school bash or attending one of these local events with the family.
K-Day at Broward County Libraries
August 1, 2, 6, 7 & 10
Incoming Kindergarteners can celebrate the beginning of school at these fun-filled celebrations taking place at a variety of Broward County Library branches. See website for locations and details. http://www.broward.org/library
Back to School Splash
Saturday, August 3
Check out this end-of-the-summer celebration with refreshments and children’s activities. Representatives from Sunrise schools will be on hand to answer questions about the 2024-2025 academic year. Free. 10am-1pm, Sunrise Athletic Complex, 11501 NW 44 St., Sunrise, 954-747-4600 http://www.sunrisefl.gov
Back to School Bash /National Night Out
Tuesday, August 6
Celebrate community and safety with an evening of music, inflatables, vehicle displays and children’s activities from 5:30-8:30pm, Pelican Community Park, 18115 N. Bay Rd., Miami. http://www.sibfl.net
Family Fun Day: Back to School
Saturday, August 10
Welcome the new school year with themed activities and museum exploration. 10am-5pm, HistoryMiami Museum, 101 W. Flagler St., Miami, http://www.historymiami.org
Back to School Weekend with Dinosaurs Around the World
Saturday-Sunday, August 10-11
Celebrate the start of school with a fun-filled weekend with special activities and a captivating outdoor exhibit featuring 13 animatronic dinosaurs. 9:30am-4:30pm, Flamingo Gardens, 3750 S. Flamingo Rd., Davie, http://www.flamingogardens.org
Storytime Spotlight: Back-to-School
Wednesday, August 14
Mark the start of the school year with school-themed stories and a craft. 4-5pm, Country Walk Branch Library, 15433 SW 137 Ave., Miami http://www.mdpls.org
Back to School 5K/10K
Saturday, August 24
Kick off the start of school with a race to the finish line. Participants receive a t-shirt, finisher medal and signature bib. Fort Lauderdale Beach Park, 1100 Seabreeze Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, http://www.runsignup.com
