Free kids events, beach cleanup opportunities, and local artisans. Your directory for connecting with the Miami Beach community.
You don't need to spend money to have an incredible time with your kids in Miami Beach.
Free weekly story time for toddlers and preschoolers. Craft activities, seasonal events, and summer reading programs.
Free 6-week nature program at the library. Hands-on tree activities, seed crafts, and build-your-own field guide.
Free and low-cost recreation programs for kids: sports, art, fitness, and open play areas.
Family gardening days, nature art workshops, seasonal celebrations, and garden exploration. Often free or donation-based.
Open space with restored dunes, playground, and waterfront views. Self-guided nature exploration using the Bo's Nature Lab tree guide.
One of the most natural stretches of Miami Beach. Restored dunes, native plantings, and excellent birding. Free self-guided walks.
Organizations where you can volunteer to help protect Miami Beach's coastline, water quality, and marine ecosystems.
Regular beach cleanups organized through the city and local partners. Gloves and bags provided. All ages welcome.
Check the City of Miami Beach events calendar or local community boards for next cleanup date.
Monthly beach cleanups along Miami-Dade beaches. Part of the national Surfrider Foundation's environmental protection mission.
Visit Surfrider Miami's social media or website for upcoming cleanup dates.
Focused on Biscayne Bay water quality. Organizes shoreline cleanups, mangrove restoration, and water testing volunteer events.
Sign up through Miami Waterkeeper's volunteer page.
Annual September event (and year-round local cleanups). Data-driven cleanup that tracks trash types to inform policy.
Register through Ocean Conservancy's cleanup finder.
Commit to regular cleanups of a specific beach section. Great for families, school groups, or friend groups who want ongoing involvement.
Contact Miami-Dade Parks for adoption information.
Support local creators — especially those working with natural materials, eco-friendly processes, and Miami Beach-inspired themes.
Local makers showcasing handmade goods — jewelry, art, ceramics, textiles. A great place to find nature-inspired crafts and support local creators.
📍 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
Artist studios and galleries along the historic Española Way. Murals, paintings, and mixed media with tropical/coastal themes.
📍 Española Way, Miami Beach
Rotating art installations and shows featuring nature-inspired work by local artists. A beautiful intersection of art and ecology.
📍 2000 Convention Center Dr, Miami Beach
South Florida has a growing community of natural dye artists using local plants for textile coloring. Connect through the Botanical Garden or local maker fairs.
📍 Various — check local maker markets
One of the nation's top outdoor art festivals. February each year. Hundreds of artists including many nature and eco-focused creators.
📍 Coconut Grove (short drive from Miami Beach)
Whether you want to volunteer, host an event, or partner with Bo's Nature Lab, we'd love to hear from you.