MLK Day Parade & Family Festival with Children's Village (Miami)
Toddler-friendly seasonal event in Miami, FL
Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park, 6000 NW 32nd Ct, Miami, FL 331422 yr–18 yrs
60–300 min
morning · afternoon
Seasonal: Jan 18Coming up · Jan 18 — 2027: Monday, Jan 18. Free. Times TBA (2026: parade 11 AM, festival noon–5 PM). Expires after Jan 18, 2027.
2027 times not posted yet; last year the parade was at 11 AM and the festival noon–5 PM.
Miami's free Martin Luther King Jr. Day parade and family festival on Mon, Jan 18, 2027. 2027 times aren't posted yet; last year the parade stepped off at 11 AM along NW 54th St (NW 7th to 32nd Ave), followed by the festival noon–5 PM at MLK Memorial Park. The festival's Children's Village is for ages 5–14, with games, sports challenges, art and MLK history. Expect very large crowds.
Why kids love it
A free holiday parade; the Children's Village is for ages 5–14, so it's best for older siblings.
Miami · Central Miami-Dade
🎒 Packing list
- • Sunscreen
- • Water bottles
- • Snacks
- • Wipes
- • Cash for vendors
Safety notes
- ! Crowds: use a wearable ID or write your number on toddler's arm
- ! Hydrate more than you think you need
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Quick facts
- Address
- Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Park, 6000 NW 32nd Ct, Miami, FL 33142
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- 2 yr–18 yr
- Time needed
- 60–300 minutes
- Best time
- morning and afternoon
- Setting
- Outdoor
- Shade
- Little or none
- Season
- Jan 18. 2027: Monday, Jan 18. Free. Times TBA (2026: parade 11 AM, festival noon–5 PM). Expires after Jan 18, 2027.
- Hours
- 2027 times not posted yet; last year the parade was at 11 AM and the festival noon–5 PM.
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Questions about MLK Day Parade & Family Festival with Children's Village (Miami)
Is MLK Day Parade & Family Festival with Children's Village (Miami) good for toddlers?
Yes. We recommend MLK Day Parade & Family Festival with Children's Village (Miami) for ages 2 yr–18 yr. A free holiday parade; the Children's Village is for ages 5–14, so it's best for older siblings.
How much does MLK Day Parade & Family Festival with Children's Village (Miami) cost?
MLK Day Parade & Family Festival with Children's Village (Miami) is free. Prices and policies change, so confirm before you go.
How long should we plan for MLK Day Parade & Family Festival with Children's Village (Miami)?
Most families spend 60 to 300 minutes. It is at its best in the morning and afternoon. 2027 times not posted yet; last year the parade was at 11 AM and the festival noon–5 PM.
Does MLK Day Parade & Family Festival with Children's Village (Miami) have shade, restrooms and stroller access?
Plan for little or no shade. We have no record of restrooms or stroller access here, so check before you go.
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