Things to do in Coral Gables with kids

Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden

A world-class 83-acre tropical garden with butterfly conservatory, splash area, and tram tours.

Venetian Pool

A stunning historic spring-fed swimming pool carved from a coral rock quarry. Waterfalls, caves, and grottos.

Salvadore Park

A recently renovated fully inclusive and sensory-friendly park under old shade trees. Features an adaptive zip line, spinning discs, tactile sensory walls, and tennis courts.

Phillips Park

A popular park with a splash pad, modern playground, basketball courts, and shaded picnic area. Recently renovated.

Matheson Hammock Park

A man-made atoll pool filled by Biscayne Bay — the safest "beach" for young kids in Miami.

Riviera Park

A good-sized neighborhood park with a baseball field, playground, picnic tables, and shaded walking area.

Granada Park

A charming small park in a walkable Coral Gables neighborhood with a playground and open green space.

National Night Out

Events

Coral Gables Woman's Club Music Series

Classes

Coral Gables Pumpkin Patch Festival

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Gables Bike Tour: Pinewood Cemetery

Outdoor

Pumpkin Float at the Country Club

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Greeks, Ghouls, and Goblins

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Nightmare on 405 at War Memorial Youth Center

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Coral Gables Halloween Parade

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Día de los Muertos Celebration — Coral Gables

Festivals

Trick-or-Treat on the Mile

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Giralda Live - Coral Gables

Activities

Coral Gables Parents Night Out

Activities