Family-Friendly Events in Miami Florida

Creative Community Night is our reimagined take on collaboARTive’s Open Studio Nights—still rooted in the magic of artists working in their studios with our doors open to visitors, but redesigned to prioritize what people are craving most right now: real connection.

Happening every other month starting Saturday, January 17, 2026 (7–9 PM), Creative Community Night invites you to wander our working studios, meet the artists, and take part in simple, low-pressure creative prompts that make it easy to talk to new people (even if you come solo). It’s less “walk through and look” and more “come in, make something, and belong.

Expect an easygoing evening of:

• Open studios artist conversations
• Hands-on, come-as-you-are creative activities (no experience needed)
• A welcoming space to slow down, connect, and build community through art

Happens on the following Dates:
Mar 21, 2026, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
May 16, 2026, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Jul 18, 2026, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Departing from the Deering Estate on a comfortable riding 45-foot Corinthian catamaran, this four-hour tour will allow you to experience Biscayne National Park in a new light! After departing from Deering Estate, a Biscayne National Park Ranger guides you on a journey through Biscayne Bay to see the iconic Cape Florida, Fowey Rocks, and Boca Chita lighthouses and learn about the history that surrounds them. You cut through the alluring Stiltsville and go to Boca Chita Key to get up close to Biscayne National Park’s iconic Boca Chita Lighthouse with a chance of climbing to the top of Boca Chita Lighthouse for a panoramic view of the Bay. You may also have the opportunity to see wildlife including, dolphins, sea turtles, and many shore birds. The vessel complies with Coast Guard Regulations and is ADA accessible.

Creative Community Night is our reimagined take on collaboARTive’s Open Studio Nights—still rooted in the magic of artists working in their studios with our doors open to visitors, but redesigned to prioritize what people are craving most right now: real connection.

Happening every other month starting Saturday, January 17, 2026 (7–9 PM), Creative Community Night invites you to wander our working studios, meet the artists, and take part in simple, low-pressure creative prompts that make it easy to talk to new people (even if you come solo). It’s less “walk through and look” and more “come in, make something, and belong.

Expect an easygoing evening of:

• Open studios artist conversations
• Hands-on, come-as-you-are creative activities (no experience needed)
• A welcoming space to slow down, connect, and build community through art

Happens on the following Dates:
Mar 21, 2026, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
May 16, 2026, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)
Jul 18, 2026, 7:00pm to 9:00pm Timezone: Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Enjoying the view of the moon & the stars from the Deering Estate front lawn is a magical experience. Bring your binoculars or telescope (BYOT), pack a picnic and chairs, blankets, and enjoy a relaxing evening with family and friends for this after-hours outdoor admission.
Picnic tables are available on a first come, first serve basis in the Royal Palm Grove. Guests are encouraged to bring battery operated lantern or flashlight (flames/candles not permitted). While the breezes from the bay are common, bugs and mosquitos are still possible; please come prepared (loose, long-sleeve shirt and pants suggested, bug repellant). Please note that the Museums are closed for this event.
Cost: $10 non-members. $5 for Deering Estate Foundation Members.

Take a Moonlight Kayak Tour through Biscayne Bay! These tours will depart from Charles’ Deering’s boat basin and paddle out towards Chicken Key, a seven-acre mangrove island and bird rookery approximately one mile off-shore.
Cost: $50 per person (members and non-members). Spaces are limited! Recommended for intermediate paddlers.
All kayaks are two seat / tandem kayaks. We recommend purchasing tickets in sets of two; single-registered kayakers will be paired with another single-registered kayaker.
Wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable paddling clothing that can get wet, bug spray, snacks, and water. Bugs & mosquitos are very common, please come prepared. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted. Tour meets at the Visitor Center. Tickets online only.

Take a Moonlight Kayak Tour through Biscayne Bay! These tours will depart from Charles’ Deering’s boat basin and paddle out towards Chicken Key, a seven-acre mangrove island and bird rookery approximately one mile off-shore.
Cost: $50 per person (members and non-members). Spaces are limited! Recommended for intermediate paddlers.
All kayaks are two seat / tandem kayaks. We recommend purchasing tickets in sets of two; single-registered kayakers will be paired with another single-registered kayaker.
Wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable paddling clothing that can get wet, bug spray, snacks, and water. Bugs & mosquitos are very common, please come prepared. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted. Tour meets at the Visitor Center. Tickets online only.