PARTICIPATE! With Miami Book Fair

Solo exploration is great, but sometimes you need to commune with other adventurers to get the party started – so clap your hands and stomp your feet at our Participate! stage. Whether it’s sitting down for an interactive folktale with a storyteller, humming along to a song, or marveling in magic, the stage is where you’ll want to be for your daily dose of entertainment. You can rest while watching short theater performances, stand up and dance to some songs, or clap to rhythmic drumbeats, all while hanging out with family and new friends! Scroll down to see all the performances we’re bringing to the Alley.

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Past Events

November 2023

Sunday, November 19, 2023 @ 4:30 pm
Children’s Alley
300 NE Second Ave., Miami, Fl 33132 United States

PARTICIPATE! Dance Factory With Fantasy Theatre Factory!

We like to MOVE IT MOVE IT in this totally interactive and fun Dance Factory show! Start the morning off by raising your heart rate with this energizing dance party that includes group participation and movement-themed songs. Learn simple group dance steps that’ll have you up on your feet and bopping to everything from pop music to the oldies! Dance Factory promotes fitness, but you’ll never notice because you’ll be too busy having a blast! Presented in partnership with…

Sunday, November 19, 2023 @ 3:30 pm
Children’s Alley
300 NE Second Ave., Miami, Fl 33132 United States

PARTICIPATE! MUSIC: Baby B Strings

Baby B Strings blurs the lines between classical music and pop culture with its unorthodox attitudes toward the role of string players in the art world. Its members have shared the stage with Shakira at the Super Bowl halftime show, played with Miami City Ballet, and performed in concerts across the world. Dance with us as Baby B Strings rocks some of your favorite hit songs!…

Sunday, November 19, 2023 @ 3:00 pm
Children’s Alley
300 NE Second Ave., Miami, Fl 33132 United States

PARTICIPATE! POMP, SNOW & CIRQUEumstance Takeover!

Best friends Pomp, Snow, and Cirqueumstance learned all about music, magic, and circus skills at a secret university – and now that they’ve graduated and gotten their diplomas from Santa they and their friends have come to Children’s Alley to share their amazing talents and gifts! Follow them all weekend for theatrical performances, feats of hula hooping, photo ops, giveaways, and more! Sponsored by…

Sunday, November 19, 2023 @ 2:30 pm
Children’s Alley
300 NE Second Ave., Miami, Fl 33132 United States

PARTICIPATE! Music: Estelle & Lucca

Estelle Morales and Lucca Lobato are both experienced performing musicians that met through and have been mentored by Young Musicians Unite (YMU). Under the direction of Sammy Gonzalez, YMU founder and CEO, Estelle and Lucca have honed their skills as a duo whose oeuvre mainly consists of chart-topping cover songs – from Daniel Caesar and Dolly Parton to the Red Hot Chili Peppers, and many more! Presented in partnership with…

Sunday, November 19, 2023 @ 1:30 pm
Children’s Alley
300 NE Second Ave., Miami, Fl 33132 United States

PARTICIPATE! Traveling Sideshow With Remy!

Sideshows – extra, secondary productions associated with a circus, carnival, or fair – have historically featured everything from magic tricks and daredevil stunts to human blockheads, beds of nails, and glass walking. Join Remy and CircX for the edge-of-your-seat theatrics of this traveling sideshow! Presented by…

Sunday, November 19, 2023 @ 12:30 pm
Children’s Alley
300 NE Second Ave., Miami, Fl 33132 United States

PARTICIPATE! Music: Storybook Melody With Justin Roberts

Make a melody with five-time Grammy-nominated children’s musician Justin Roberts as he sings and plays guitar for a special performance inspired by his latest picture book, Giant-Sized Butterflies on My First Day of School, and many other stories!…

Sunday, November 19, 2023 @ 12:00 pm
Children’s Alley
300 NE Second Ave., Miami, Fl 33132 United States

PARTICIPATE! POMP, SNOW & CIRQUEumstance Takeover!

Best friends Pomp, Snow, and Cirqueumstance learned all about music, magic, and circus skills at a secret university – and now that they’ve graduated and gotten their diplomas from Santa they and their friends have come to Children’s Alley to share their amazing talents and gifts! Follow them all weekend for theatrical performances, feats of hula hooping, photo ops, giveaways, and more! Sponsored by  …

Sunday, November 19, 2023 @ 11:00 am
Children’s Alley
300 NE Second Ave., Miami, Fl 33132 United States

PARTICIPATE! Dance Factory With Fantasy Theatre Factory!

We like to MOVE IT MOVE IT in this totally interactive and fun Dance Factory show! Start the morning off by raising your heart rate with this energizing dance party that includes group participation and movement-themed songs. Learn simple group dance steps that’ll have you up on your feet and bopping to everything from pop music to the oldies! Dance Factory promotes fitness, but you’ll never notice because you’ll be too busy having a blast! Presented in partnership with…

Saturday, November 18, 2023 @ 4:30 pm
Children’s Alley
300 NE Second Ave., Miami, Fl 33132 United States

PARTICIPATE! Workshop & Performance With Miamibloco

Buckets, drums, and shakers, oh my! The MiamiblocoKids workshop will guide attendees in making lots of fun music together as they learn a new song – and then they’ll put their new skills to work by joining Miamibloco on the Off the Shelf stage for a live performance! Presented in partnership with…

Saturday, November 18, 2023 @ 3:30 pm
Children’s Alley
300 NE Second Ave., Miami, Fl 33132 United States

PARTICIPATE! Magic: The Dangerfun Show With the Incredible Ian

Come to The Dangerfun Show – featuring magic, comedy, juggling, and more – to learn the story of a young computer technician who quit his boring day job to pursue a full-time career in showbiz, because “if you truly believe in magic, anything is possible!” With big dreams and small means, this highly interactive, vaudeville-style performance explores the lost art of magic and variety entertainment. Fun for all ages, the show will leave you questioning your senses!…

Saturday, November 18, 2023 @ 3:00 pm
Children’s Alley
300 NE Second Ave., Miami, Fl 33132 United States

PARTICIPATE! POMP, SNOW & CIRQUEumstance Takeover!

Best friends Pomp, Snow, and Cirqueumstance learned all about music, magic, and circus skills at a secret university – and now that they’ve graduated and gotten their diplomas from Santa they and their friends have come to Children’s Alley to share their amazing talents and gifts! Follow them all weekend for theatrical performances, feats of hula hooping, photo ops, giveaways, and more! Sponsored by…

Saturday, November 18, 2023 @ 2:00 pm
Children’s Alley
300 NE Second Ave., Miami, Fl 33132 United States

PARTICIPATE! Music: Songs From Ayiti With Inez Barlatier

Miami native Inez Barlatier is a multifaceted performer of Ayisyen (Haitian) descent. Join her for an educational musical concert as she celebrates Haitian art and culture through energetic drumming and singing, sharing songs and phrases in Haitian Creole that explore themes of community and gratitude.…

Saturday, November 18, 2023 @ 1:00 pm
Children’s Alley
300 NE Second Ave., Miami, Fl 33132 United States

PARTICIPATE! Theater: Simama Nami With Miami Children’s Museum

A salute to African storytelling, Simama Nami follows the journey of a rhino, chimp, and dung beetle as they band together with their unique attributes to face their fears and save the savanna! Presented in partnership with  …

Saturday, November 18, 2023 @ 12:30 pm
Children’s Alley
300 NE Second Ave., Miami, Fl 33132 United States

PARTICIPATE! Music: Deo & Ambar

Young Musicians Unite (YMU) duo Ambar Diaz and Deo Budnevich have expertise in a variety of genres, including but not limited to jazz, funk, pop, and rock. This is Deo’s fifth year and Ambar’s third year performing with YMU; they are both currently members of the Miami Beach Rock Ensemble as well as Lobac, a funky jazz fusion quartet. You can expect to hear them perform covers from Ella Fitzgerald, Vulfpeck, Amy Winehouse, and so much more! Presented in partnership with…

Saturday, November 18, 2023 @ 12:00 pm
Children’s Alley
300 NE Second Ave., Miami, Fl 33132 United States

PARTICIPATE! POMP, SNOW & CIRQUEumstance Takeover!

Best friends Pomp, Snow, and Cirqueumstance learned all about music, magic, and circus skills at a secret university – and now that they’ve graduated and gotten their diplomas from Santa they and their friends have come to Children’s Alley to share their amazing talents and gifts! Follow them all weekend for theatrical performances, feats of hula hooping, photo ops, giveaways, and more! Sponsored by  …

Saturday, November 18, 2023 @ 11:00 am
Children’s Alley
300 NE Second Ave., Miami, Fl 33132 United States

PARTICIPATE! Theater: Not A Box With Miami Children’s Museum

Don’t just think outside the box, imagine its ultimate potential! Share ideas in this fun, interactive theatrical interactive play that explores the power of play and imagination! Presented in partnership with  …

Friday, November 17, 2023 @ 12:30 pm
Children’s Alley
300 NE Second Ave., Miami, Fl 33132 United States

PARTICIPATE! Workshop & Performance With Miamibloco

Buckets, drums, and shakers, oh my! The MiamiblocoKids workshop will guide attendees in making lots of fun music together as they learn a new song – and then they’ll put their new skills to work by joining Miamibloco on the Off the Shelf stage for a live performance! Presented in partnership with  …

Friday, November 17, 2023 @ 11:30 am
Children’s Alley
300 NE Second Ave., Miami, Fl 33132 United States

PARTICIPATE! Theater: Simama Nami With Miami Children’s Museum

A salute to African storytelling, Simama Nami follows the journey of a rhino, chimp, and dung beetle as they band together with their unique attributes to face their fears and save the savanna! Presented in partnership with…

Friday, November 17, 2023 @ 10:30 am
Children’s Alley
300 NE Second Ave., Miami, Fl 33132 United States

PARTICIPATE! Magic: The Dangerfun Show With the Incredible Ian

Come to The Dangerfun Show – featuring magic, comedy, juggling, and more – to learn the story of a young computer technician who quit his boring day job to pursue a full-time career in showbiz, because “if you truly believe in magic, anything is possible!” With big dreams and small means, this highly interactive, vaudeville-style performance explores the lost art of magic and variety entertainment. Fun for all ages, the show will leave you questioning your senses!…

Friday, November 17, 2023 @ 9:30 am
Children’s Alley
300 NE Second Ave., Miami, Fl 33132 United States

PARTICIPATE! Theater: Not A Box With Miami Children’s Museum

Don’t just think outside the box, imagine its ultimate potential! Share ideas in this fun, interactive theatrical interactive play that explores the power of play and imagination! Presented in partnership with…

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