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11/5/25 - By James Smith

Looking for the best things to do in Miami and South Florida this Veterans Day weekend? Here are some family-friendly events and activities to add to your weekend list!

Halloween has come and gone and, believe it or not, Miami and South Florida are already turning the page toward Thanksgiving and the holidays. In Fort Lauderdale this weekend, families can get a headstart at the annual Light Up Lauderdale celebration, while in Miami, the Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden begins its seasonal NightGarden exhibit.

If you're not ready for the holiday season just yet, why not take in a few of the other great things happening in our area this Veterans Day weekend, including the Camelot Days Medieval Festival in Hollywood, the Children's Festival of the Arts in Plantation, or the Drone Show Extravaganza in Pompano Beach? Honor a veteran at celebrations all across the region this weekend, including in Lake Worth Beach on Saturday.  

By the way, if you are still looking to give away some of your children's excess Halloween candy, see our rundown of the best donations destinations nationwide.

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STEM Fest at Bright Horizons

Nationwide—FREE
Thursday, November 6
Join Bright Horizons centers across the country for STEM Fest. This is your chance to see science, technology, engineering, and math in action with fun, hands-on activities for you and your child. READ MORE

Light Up Lauderdale

Fort Lauderdale—FREE
Thursday, November 6
The holiday season officially kicks off as Riverwalk Fort Lauderdale hosts the popular “Get Lit” event that also marks the launch of Light Up Lauderdale—an annual, 10-week celebration of sparkling holiday lights along the banks of the scenic New River. The event includes live holiday musical performances, kids crafts, a visit by Santa, and more. READ MORE

Island City Stage presents Ruthless! The Musical

Fort Lauderdale
Thursday, November 6-Sunday, November 9
Buckle up for Ruthless! The Musical,  the hilariously twisted comedy where the spotlight can be deadly, launching Island City Stage’s 14th South Florida season on November 6. READ MORE

NightGarden at Fairchild

Miami—OPENING WEEKEND
Thursday, November 6-Sunday, November 9
Walk through Miami’s beautiful Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden at night while exploring a combination of lighting effects, state-of-the-art holographic technology, projection mapping, and music. Marvel at unique sculptures, interact with the talking tree, join a Fairy Quest, and more. READ MORE

Lake Worth Bonfires & Night Market

Lake Worth Beach—FREE, OPENING WEEKEND
FrIday, November 7
Join the City of Lake Worth Beach for the Lake Worth Beach Bonfires & Night Market. Bring lawn chairs, blankets, and s’mores kits to enjoy a cozy night under the stars. Listen to live music while you stroll the Night Market. READ MORE

North Miami Greek Festival

North Miami—FREE
Friday, November 7-Sunday, November 9
The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church of North Miami invites you to its 2025 North Miami Greek Festival, featuring three days of food, fun, and a rich cultural experience the whole family will love. Enjoy authentic Greek food, live Greek music, traditional dance performances, games for the kids, and much more. READ MORE

Kravis Center Block Party

West Palm Beach—FREE
Saturday, November 8
All are invited to celebrate the vibrant tapestry of our community at the second annual Kravis Center Block Party. Enjoy free live performances, interactive workshops and engaging activities for all ages. READ MORE

City of Lake Worth Veterans Day Ceremony of Honor

Lake Worth Beach
Saturday, November 8
Honor veterans at Lake Worth's Ceremony of Honor. Activities include a color guard from Lake Worth High School's Junior ROTC and a jumping demonstration by the all-veteran Freefall Team. The event leads into the NAPC Fall Festival from 3 to 7pm. READ MORE

Cutler Bay 20th Anniversary Celebration

Cutler Bay—FREE
Saturday, November 8
The Town of Cutler Bay celebrates its 20th anniversary with a community event featuring historical displays, a recognition ceremony, live music, food trucks, a “Taste of Cutler Bay” showcase, and vendor booths. Guests can also enjoy photo booths, a kids zone, community raffles, and more. READ MORE

Drone Show Extravaganza

Pompano Beach—FREE
Saturday, November 8
All eyes will be over the ocean, just south of the Pier, as Firefly Drone Shows light up the skies with a dramatically choreographed presentation of brightly lit drones coordinated by world-class artists and engineers. READ MORE

Camelot Days Medieval Festival

Hollywood—OPENING WEEKEND
Saturday, November 8-Sunday, November 9
Hear ye! Hear ye! Step back in time at Camelot Days Medieval Festival, returning to TY Park in Hollywood, Florida. This family-friendly celebration brings the magic and merriment of the Middle Ages to life. READ MORE

Veterans Day Celebration - Sunny Isles

Sunny Isles Beach—FREE
Tuesday, November 11
Honor our military veterans and reveal the 2025 additions to the Veterans Wall at this celebration at Heritage Park. READ MORE

Hallandale Beach Veterans Day Salute

Hallandale Beach—FREE
Tuesday, November 11
Join the City of Hallandale Beach at 9am at the Cultural Community Center for the annual Veterans Day Salute followed by refreshments. READ MORE

Sunrise Veterans Day Ceremony

Sunrise—FREE
Tuesday, November 11
The City of Sunrise's annual Veterans Day Ceremony honors all veterans with the presentation of colors, distinguished speakers, a three-round volley, and more. READ MORE

Parkland Veterans Day Ceremony

Sunrise—FREE
Tuesday, November 11
Honor those who have served our country at this Veterans Day ceremony in Parkland.  READ MORE

Free Entrance Days in the National Parks

Everglades National Park—FREE
Tuesday, November 11
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James Stephen Smith is a seasoned journalist who transitioned from reporting at Newsday to a more relaxed life as a father and director of media relations at St. John's University. He manages the university’s messaging while also contributing to Mommy Poppins, a site he discovered after his third daughter was born in 2011. Fun fact: James nearly made it on Jeopardy but missed a Final Jeopardy question on art history—only to watch a colleague nail it and become a two-time champion.
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