Broward & Miami-Dade Family Events

A new musical based on the story about a mom and daughter who magically swap bodies. $47-$60. Showtimes vary.

Spooky events galore with games, a trick-or-treat trail, kids’ film festival, and more. Haunted house for ages 7 and up. October 25 is Lite Nite, a less intense haunted house.

Journey back in time as you explore this exhibit that includes life-size animatronic Triceratops, Raptors, Tyrannosaurus Rex and a giant Spinosaurus. Included with paid admission of $17.95/adult, $13.95/child.

The center expands to the outdoors with 15 new exhibits along a quarter mile trail with activities including a physics forest, dinosaur trail, gem panning station and more. Kids receive a free snow cone on Saturdays and an ice cream on Sundays during a trail visit through Black Friday. $17.95/adult, $13.95/child.

A spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s beloved story with a thrilling score.

This not-so-scary Halloween tradition features trick-or-treating all around the Zoo, little kids costume contests, strolling famous costume characters, hay stack hunt and more. Most activities included in admission price. Fridays & Saturdays, 10am-4pm & 5-9pm; Sundays, 10am-4pm.

From the Museum of Leonardo da Vinci in Italy comes this exciting exhibit highlighting both science and history through hands-on activities including puzzle solving. Included with paid admission of $17/adult, $14/child. 

Make a not-so-scary puppet using a paper bag and colorful shapes to make your creature come alive. Free with paid admission of $12/Broward resident.

An art program especially for little ones designed to foster new discoveries in sensory awareness, creativity, and pre-literacy skills through hands-on activities. $10. Ages 2-4.

Enjoy story time for young children with singing, and arts and crafts!

Elementary school-age kids and families will be mesmerized by the magic of James Changefield. Wear a costume and participate in a trick-or-treat activity after the show. Free tickets available a half-hour prior to showtime. Space is limited.

Art Class with Sandi Levy! Enjoy a live demonstration! Afterwards, Sandi will tell you the art supplies you will need to complete the artwork yourself. Then, bring in your completed work on the day of the next art class!

Fridays only. Bring the kids for some wholesome outdoor fun featuring a bounce house, face painters and more followed by an outdoor movie.

Freaky festivities with games, bounce houses, Broward Sheriff’s Office demonstrations, candy and more. Free.

Kids can explore the museum, create art, play games, watch movies and participate in lots of after-hours fun. Ages 5-12. $40/non-member, $35/member.

Celebrate German culture through food, folk dancing and fun activities including bounce houses, rides and games. Adult day pass/$10, child and young adult day pass/$5, VIP pass/$30. Fridays, 6pm-midnight; Saturdays, 1pm-midnight; and Sundays, noon-10pm.

Ghosts, monsters and other creatures of the dark haunt the woods of this spooky trail. Visitors are chaperoned by ghost hosts, who make sure no one gets lost during the chilling experience. $5/person, $10/fast pass.

Talented Miami City Ballet dancers kick off the season with Program One featuring Concerto Barocco, Company B and Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No. 2. Friday & Saturday, 8pm; Sunday, 2pm.

Bring a blanket or beach chair to watch a screening of Poltergeist under the moonlight. Free.

Spooky events galore with games, a trick-or-treat trail, kids’ film festival, and more. Haunted house for ages 7 and up. October 25 is Lite Nite, a less intense haunted house.

This not-so-scary Halloween tradition features trick-or-treating all around the Zoo, little kids costume contests, strolling famous costume characters, hay stack hunt and more. Most activities included in admission price. Fridays & Saturdays, 10am-4pm & 5-9pm; Sundays, 10am-4pm.

Journey back in time as you explore this exhibit that includes life-size animatronic Triceratops, Raptors, Tyrannosaurus Rex and a giant Spinosaurus. Included with paid admission of $17.95/adult, $13.95/child.

Daily activities feature a huge pumpkin patch, children’s craft and activity area, pumpkin painting, harvest market, and more. Hayrides available Friday-Sunday. See website for complete schedule.

A new musical based on the story about a mom and daughter who magically swap bodies. $47-$60. Showtimes vary.

A spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s beloved story with a thrilling score.

The center expands to the outdoors with 15 new exhibits along a quarter mile trail with activities including a physics forest, dinosaur trail, gem panning station and more. Kids receive a free snow cone on Saturdays and an ice cream on Sundays during a trail visit through Black Friday. $17.95/adult, $13.95/child.

From the Museum of Leonardo da Vinci in Italy comes this exciting exhibit highlighting both science and history through hands-on activities including puzzle solving. Included with paid admission of $17/adult, $14/child. 

This fourth-annual virtual race benefits the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Castaway Island goes to the dogs — in a good way. For these four days, the water park is dogs-only. $5/dog fee per 50-minute splash session.

Celebrate the season with free hayrides, live entertainment, character meet & greets, scarecrow competition, pumpkin patch, decorating station, and more. Each weekend has a different theme including scarecrows, superheroes and pirates and princesses. Stop by the weekend of October 27-28 for additional trick-or-treating fun. $19.95/person, $12.95/child.

Join a park naturalist on a geocaching adventure while exploring the habitat. Pre-registration required. Free.

Make a not-so-scary puppet using a paper bag and colorful shapes to make your creature come alive. Free with paid admission of $12/Broward resident.

A children’s carnival, inflatable rides, police and fire exhibits, games, activities for the whole family and free Halloween bags and candy for the kids. $5.

In this mixed media workshop, featured Hustle artist Ronald Sánchez will demonstrate a variety of street art techniques merged with typography, masking and assemblage. Students will apply these methods to create an eye-catching work of contemporary art that is equal parts pop and urban art. This event is free and open to the public. All materials provided and no prior experience is required. Ages 12 years and older.

One of the country’s top art festivals turns Fort Lauderdale’s signature boulevard into a kaleidoscope of color with art works from paintings to jewelry
by local and national artists. Free.

Kids ages 7-12 can learn about chemical reactions, electricity, circuitry and more through hands-on science experiments. $15.

When the farmer’s away the animals will play in this musical about the barnyard antics that ensue when Farmer Brown leaves his city-slicker brother in charge. Come early for pre-show activities and a sweet treat for the kids. $14-$18. 11am & 1pm

Celebrate Hispanic heritage with an interactive dance performance by dancers dedicated to sharing Peruvian culture and heritage with the community. All ages.

The seventh-annual event features two days of Brazilian culture, arts, cuisine, music, entertainment, a kids’ zone and more. $5/one day, $8/weekend, VIP passes/$45-$80.

Follow the playful adventures of Flash as he goes on a journey to reunite with his own shadow during this multimedia performance.

Fifth annual event features more than 100 fine arts and crafts vendors, music, and more. Free. Along South Miami Avenue from Coral Way to SW 14 Terrace