HALLOWEEN FUN FOR KIDS
Little Farm Pumpkin Patch
October 10 - November 1, 2009
Visit Little Farm in Homestead for a gorgeous pumpkin patch, pony rides, a petting farm, scarecrow kits and harvest decorations.
The Little Farm, 13401 S.W. 224 St., Goulds, 305-258-3186.
Voices of the Past - Ghost Story Tours
October 22, 2009
Visit Deering Estate and learn about ghost sightings and experiences there and at other South Florida spots.
Deering Estate, 16701 S.W. 72 Avenue, Miami, 305-235-1668.
Fall Harvest and Scarecrow Weekend
October 24-25, 2009
Gardening products, world renowned chefs, kids activities and more at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden.
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables, 305-667-1651.
Monster Splash Nighttime Bash
October 24, 25, 28, 29, 30 & 31 from 5 - 10 pm
Six nights of Halloween themed animal shows, haunted houses, roaming skeletons, fireworks and more. Candy stations and other cool surprises will be set up around the park for trick-or-treaters in costume. Paid admission required.
Miami Seaquarium, 4400 Rickenbacker Cswy., Key Biscayne, 305-361-5705.
Spooky Adventures at Gold Coast Railroad Museum
October 30 - November 1, 2009
Trick-or-treating, train rides, and more each evening at the train museum.
Gold Coast Railroad Museum, 12450 SW 152 Street, Miami,
305-258-3186.
MetroBoo!
October 31, 2009 from 11 am to 4 pm
Trick-or-Treating at MetroZoo for ages 12 and under. Enjoy costume contests, music, fabulous prizes and safe and fun trick-or-treating. Even Metrozoo’s very own animals will have animal treats for Halloween during scheduled keeper talks.
Miami Metrozoo, 12400 SW 152nd St., Miami, 305-255-5551.
Not-So-Scary Halloween
October 31, 2009 from 12 Noon to 5 pm
Come to Miami Children's Museum dressed in costume and enjoy the holiday atmosphere. Activies include trick-or-treating, crafts, Mad Science Lab, and games.
Miami Children's Museum, 980 Macarthur Causeway, Miami, 305-373-5437.
Halloween at Cauley Square
October 31, 2009 from 12 Noon to 5 pm
Cauley Square offers pictures with the giant pumpkin, Spooky Horse Carriage rides, pony rides, Thriller dance, costume contest for the kids, face painting, cotton candy, and trick-or-treating.
Cauley Square, S.W. 224th Street and US1 in Homestead, 305-258-3543.
Halloween on the Mile
October 31, 2009 from 4 - 7 pm
Downtown Coral Gables invites kids of all ages to enjoy safe Halloween festivities on Miracle Mile. Enjoy trick or treating at area stores, a scavenger hunt and a costume contest at the Miracle Theater. Free admission.
Along Miracle Mile in Coral Gables, 305-569-0311.
Halloween in Homestead Trunk-or-Treat
October 31, 2009 beginning at 6:30 pm
Trick-or-Treat in a secure well-lit area. This free annual event lets kids 'trunk-or-treat' from vehicle to vehicle collecting all sorts of goodies along the way. Free and open to all ages.
Harris Field Pavilion, 1034 NE 8th St., Homestead, 305-224-4570.
HALLOWEEN MUSIC CONCERTS
Greater Miami Youth Symphony - Halloween Concert
October 25, 2009 at 2:00 pm
Greater Miami Youth Symphony Concert Orchestra performs diverse repertoire for Miami Beach youth, demonstrate instruments, and answer questions from the youth audience members. Free admission.
North Shore Youth Center, 501 72nd St., Miami Beach, 305-267-3002.
BeBop Your Best Halloween Concert
October 25, 2009 at 3:00 pm
A special Halloween concert in the Sunday Afternoons of Music for Children series. Musician Red Grammer is one of the premier entertainers of children and families in America.
Gusman Concert Hall, University of Miami, 1314 Miller Dr., Coral Gables, 305-271-7150.
Alhambra Orchestra Halloween Concert
October 25, 2009 at 4:00 pm
Greater Miami Youth Symphony and Alhambra Orchestra combine for a family concert of dramatic and famous symphony music to put you in the mood for Halloween. Free admission, raffle, reception.
Ransom-Everglades School Auditorium, 3575 Main Hwy., Coconut Grove, 305-668-9260.
FUN FOR ADULTS
Voices of the Past - Ghost Story Tours
October 22, 2009
Visit Deering Estate and learn about ghost sightings and experiences there and at other South Florida spots.
Deering Estate, 16701 S.W. 72 Avenue, Miami, 305-235-1668.
Fall Harvest and Scarecrow Weekend
October 24-25, 2009
Gardening products, world renowned chefs, kids activities and more at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden.
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, 10901 Old Cutler Road, Coral Gables, 305-667-1651.
Halloween Sundowner at Vizcaya
October 24, 2009 from 8 pm - Midnight
Celebrate the 23rd Annual Halloween Sundowner at Vizcaya, a fundraiser to benefit Vizcaya Museum and Gardens. This is South Florida’s most popular and well-attended Halloween party.
Vizcaya, 3251 South Miami Avenue, Coconut Grove, 305-250-9133.
Halloween Miami.com Masquerade Party
October 29, 2009 at 9 pm
Serenity Thursday's at the Setai Hotel presents Miami.com's Halloween Masquerade. Enjoy complimentary cocktails, a fashion show, and a tapas menu.
Setai Hotel, 2001 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach
More Halloween Parties For Adults
Here is a detailed list of parties at Miami's clubs, bars, and lounges.
