Get ready for a day packed with family fun at the festival! Dive into a world of exciting activities designed to spark curiosity and create lasting memories for everyone. From exploring the wonders of science to unleashing your inner artist, there’s something for every member of the family to enjoy together. Prepare for an unforgettable experience filled with laughter, learning, and family fun.
Step into the fascinating realm of neuroscience with Eye of a Scientist. Don a brain hat and discover how your brain works, test your color vision, and even learn to control a hand’s movements using the power of neuroscience. It’s a hands-on experience that brings the complexities of the brain to life in an engaging and accessible way for all ages.
Get active and playful with Florida Blue and their giant games! Challenge your family to oversized versions of classic games, perfect for getting everyone moving and laughing together. It’s a fantastic opportunity to bond as a family while enjoying some friendly competition and active family fun.
Unleash your creativity at the FIU Lee Caplin School of Journalism & Media, Immersive Studio for Altered Reality (iSTAR) booth. Here, you can create a unique photo of yourself using photogrammetry, a fascinating technique that turns you into a digital 3D model! Plus, learn about augmented reality software and how it’s used to create immersive experiences. It’s a glimpse into the future of digital art and a fun way to create a personalized souvenir of your family fun day.
Safety comes first with the Florida Department of Transportation. Test your knowledge of road safety with an interactive quiz that covers the dos and don’ts of staying safe on the roads. It’s an important and engaging way to reinforce safety habits for the whole family, ensuring family fun extends to responsible practices.
Meet Roary the Panther from Florida International University! The beloved mascot will be making appearances throughout the festival, ready for photo opportunities and high-fives. Meeting a mascot is always a thrill for kids (and adults!), adding an element of playful family fun to the day.
Join the Girl Scouts of Tropical Florida in building courage, confidence, and character through a hands-on activity designed to make the world a better place. Learn about the Girl Scouts’ mission and participate in an activity that emphasizes teamwork and positive impact, fostering valuable life skills while having family fun.
Explore biodiversity with GEN2050 and the Miami-Dade County Youth Biodiversity Network. Engage in a hands-on activity that highlights the importance of our local ecosystem and learn how you can contribute to preserving it. It’s an educational and engaging way to connect with nature and promote environmental awareness as a family fun activity.
Stop by the Kiddos Magazine art activity station for some creative family fun. Unleash your inner artist and participate in a hands-on art project. Don’t forget to pick up a copy of Kiddos magazine to continue the fun at home with more family-friendly content and ideas.
Step into the shoes of a surgeon with Little Medical School. Using real medical tools, create your own suture model and learn about basic surgical techniques in a fun and engaging way. This activity offers a unique glimpse into the medical field and provides an educational and slightly adventurous form of family fun.
Get your hands messy and creative at the Miami Children’s Museum booth! Create a vibrant spin art creation to take home as a colorful reminder of your family fun day. Spin art is a classic activity that’s always a hit with kids and adults alike, offering a chance to express creativity and make a personalized piece of art.
Witness the excitement of battle bots with Miami Dade College Wolfson Campus. Watch student-created battle bots clash in an arena and learn about the engineering and technology behind these impressive machines. It’s an engaging and high-energy activity that’s sure to captivate the whole family with its display of skill and innovation, offering unique family fun.
Expand your knowledge with the Miami-Dade Public Library System. Participate in an engaging STEM activity that introduces new science concepts in an accessible and fun way. Plus, sign up for your free Miami-Dade Public Library card and unlock a world of resources for continued learning and family fun beyond the festival.
Learn about marine conservation with the Miami Dade Sea Turtle Conservation Program. Discover how you can help protect sea turtles right here in Miami-Dade County and learn about the challenges these creatures face and the efforts to conserve them. It’s an educational and inspiring activity that promotes environmental stewardship and family fun focused on marine life.
Explore the local ecosystem with Miami EcoAdventures. Learn to distinguish between native and exotic species and discover the best places to spot them in the wild around Miami-Dade County. It’s a great way to appreciate the natural beauty of the area and learn about local wildlife as a family fun outdoor activity.
Experience the energy of the Miami Heat! Mascot Burnie will be making a special appearance at the start of the festival, bringing his signature excitement and fun. Enter the raffle for a chance to win tickets to a HEAT game and extend the family fun beyond the festival.
Meet the mascot from the Miami Marlins! Another opportunity for mascot meet-and-greets, adding to the festive and playful atmosphere and providing more family fun photo opportunities.
Experience the thrill of racing with NASCAR Southeast and Homestead-Miami Speedway. Test your racing skills on a simulator and then see a real NASCAR vehicle up close! It’s an exciting experience for racing fans of all ages and a chance to feel the adrenaline of NASCAR as a form of high-octane family fun.
Get artistic with the Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM). Design your own sculpture using geometric shapes and create your own work of engineered art inspired by PAMM’s collection. It’s a creative and engaging activity that introduces art and design principles in a hands-on and family fun format.
Step into virtual and augmented reality with SustainaCities. Experience the latest immersive technologies and explore new digital worlds. It’s a chance to see how VR and AR are being used and experience the cutting edge of technology as an exciting form of family fun.
Dive into marine biology with the University of Miami Rosenstiel School Johnson Center for Marine Conservation. Test your knowledge by guessing marine mammal sounds and learn about manatee rescue efforts. It’s an educational and interactive activity that highlights marine conservation and provides fascinating family fun learning about ocean life.
Discover how you can be a Wave Maker with Wave Makers! Participate in an empowering activity that encourages positive change and learn how you can make a difference in your community. It’s an inspiring and engaging way to promote civic responsibility and end the day of family fun with a message of empowerment.
