Child Friendly

The 7th Annual Florida Keys Ocean Festival & Waterfront Craft Show is FREE family-friendly event to celebrate the wonderful marine environement of the Keys island chain. The festivities will include live music, arts and crafts, kids' activities including face painting, live animal and touch tanks, food and beverages, a silent auction and more.

The Harlem Globetrotters put on a one of a kind family show featuring tricks with ball handling, a variety of trick shots and dunks. The "Fans Rule" World Tour will be held at the American Airlines Arena. Fans have the power to decide which rules will impact the game. Fans can vote by going online at The Harlem Globetrotters official site.

The Miami International Auto Show will be held at the Miami Beach Convention Center again for 2018.  This car show is one of the largest and most recognized in the nation. The auto show exhibits more than a thousand new vehicles from manufactures world wide. This event has something for the entire family to enjoy.

Hosted by the Palm Beach Post newspaper at the Cityplace shopping district, Camp-a-palooza is a free event for parents and families.  Vendors from many of the area's camp providers will be there to share information about Summer Camp opportunities.  Bring the kids and enjoy free kid-friendly entertainment, cotton candy, and bounce houses.  The Post's comprehensive Summer Camp Guide will be printed and available early for all who attend.

Come out and enjoy the spectacular Florida sunshine and fly a kite that YOU made while enjoying live music and yummy foods at Haulover Park in Miami.  The Skyward Kites company and Miami-Dade Parks Department have hosted this annual Kite Festival for over 20 years.  Marvel at the HUGE 100 foot flying squid, 30 foot scuba diver or the 150 foot rainbow kite.  There will be 100s of kites soaring above in a vibrant dance. Visitors can craft a free kite, bring their own, or rent one from Skyward.

The Coral Springs Festival of the Arts has grown considerably over the years into a two-day celebration of arts and culture with a fine art show, contemporary craft festival, theatrical performances and full line-up of live music. Held in conjunction with the Coral Springs Art Festival Committee and the City, this event brings 150 of the nation best artists and crafters to South Florida. Stroll amidst life-size sculptures, spectacular paintings, one-of-a-kind jewels, photography, ceramics, a separate craft festival, Green Market and much more.

Visitors will find a variety of locally grown plants, fruits, vegetables, prepared-foods, homemade and gourmet goods.

Come out to City Place in Downtown West Palm Beach for an afternoon of FREE fun.  There’s a surprise for kids at the City Place plaza monthly. They can enjoy music, exhibits, bounce houses, face painting, characters and crafts.  Meanwhile adults can find special bargains in shops and restaurants.

The city of West Palm Beach Department of Parks and Recreation hosts family-friendly concerts featuring diverse artists at the Waterfront in West Palm Beach every 3rd Sunday of the month. Details on the schedule can be found on the city's website. Concerts are free of charge! Bring your own seating and perhaps some snacks to enjoy. Kids will enjoy dancing about in the lush open greens. Enjoy performances by the likes of Tito Puente, Kris Allen and the Spam Allstars!

Every 3rd Friday of the month the City of West Palm Beach hosts a free Jazz performance at the Centennial Square Park.  The diverse performances range from Flamenco Jazz Fusion to the soulful Nicole Henry.  Bring blankets and chairs to enjoy this free concert.  The Centennial Fountains are a popular and fun way to keep the little ones occupied while the grown folks enjoy the music.