Learn the history of photography and how light brings images to life! Kids will get the opportunity to build their own camera obscura and take a closer look at historical photos from HistoryMiami’s archive collection.   PRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH…

Join This Is Improv for interactive acting workshops where kids and families explore storytelling, imagination, and the joy of play!…

A cardboard box is not just a cardboard box. Imagination rules as ordinary cardboard boxes are transformed into the extraordinary in this theater adaptation.…

Turin Adventures is a celebration of the connection with nature, the joy of conviviality and the power of imagination; a series of perfect stories to enjoy with the family and treasure forever. Grades K-3.   SPONSORED BY…

Ever wondered what happens when art and nature team up? In this eco-friendly workshop, you’ll turn everyday recycled materials – like bottle caps, cardboard, and pipe cleaners – into extraordinary insect creations! Along the way, you’ll discover fun facts about bugs big and small, from glowing fireflies to jumping grasshoppers, and learn why these tiny creatures are so important to our world. With a splash of imagination and a dash of recycling magic, you’ll bring your own unique insect to life,…

Ever wondered what happens when art and nature team up? In this eco-friendly workshop, you’ll turn everyday recycled materials – like bottle caps, cardboard, and pipe cleaners – into extraordinary insect creations! Along the way, you’ll discover fun facts about bugs big and small, from glowing fireflies to jumping grasshoppers, and learn why these tiny creatures are so important to our world. With a splash of imagination and a dash of recycling magic, you’ll bring your own unique insect to life,…

Join artist and educator Nicole Combeau for a playful workshop where young creators will design their very own pop-up accordion books! Using simple folds, colorful paper, and imaginative drawings or stories, kids will explore how books can spring to life in surprising ways. Each participant will leave with a handmade book infused with their own creative expression. Recommended for ages 5-12.   This event is a CREATE! featured workshop. All featured workshops require a FREE ticket to attend due to limited seating.…

Kids and parents alike can get into the groove with Mr. J, Miami’s music maestro, and jam to original and pop songs infused with his musical Miami vibes. With catchy tunes, live instruments, and lots of call-and-response energy, it’ll be a celebration of creativity, connection, and the joy of making music, together!…

Explore physical reactions by freezing everyday objects with liquid nitrogen! Watch as balloons, flowers, and other objects undergo a physical change when exposed to extremely cold temperatures -321°F to be exact. And be sure to stay for our grand finale, as we create a simulated cloud, thunder and all!…

The Books for Free crew is taking over the tent, reading and chilling throughout the day. So grab a beanbag and settle in for a storytime session with your new B4F BFFs! Grades K-3.   SPONSORED BY…

South Florida Center for Percussive Arts brings its famous Drum Jam to Miami Book Fair! Everyone can participate – fun for all ages and abilities. Drum along during a guided bucket jam. Learn the basics of bucket drumming, how to play within a group, and groove together!…

Join author and musician Susie Jaramillo for a musical performance of her two brand-new bilingual board books, Sana Sana and Besitos, both celebrating the power of love, affection, and cultural connection for little ones. Sana Sana is inspired by the beloved Latin American rhyme “Sana sana, colita de rana,” and helps little ones find comfort through song, rhythm, and the healing power of lots of cariño. Besitos is a tender, sing-song story that celebrates the joy of giving and receiving little kisses – besitos – from the people we love most.…

Explore ancestral and contemporary musical instruments from different parts of the world with a unique collection that showcases the vital relationship between humans and music. Highlighted will be cultural trends and historical events that explain how these instruments – and their players – changed over time and geography. This is a concert, exhibition, and workshop all in one!…

How do we hold onto the stories, places, and people that shape us? In this hands-on workshop, participants will explore the idea of storing memories through the creation of a personal memory box. Each will receive a small wooden box to transform into a container of remembrance and imagination. Using a variety of materials – markers, collage, and natural elements – you’ll design the outside of the box as a reflection of your identity, while the inside becomes a private space to hold keepsakes,…

A dynamic stage performance blending live DJ-ing with interactive storytelling. DJ Bear Who? reads excerpts from The DJ book series and remixes soundscapes in real time to match each story’s mood and action. Kids participate by suggesting beats, dancing along, and joining on stage for rhythm games.…

Turin Adventures is a celebration of the connection with nature, the joy of conviviality and the power of imagination; a series of perfect stories to enjoy with the family and treasure forever. Grades K-3.   SPONSORED BY…

Explore ancestral and contemporary musical instruments from different parts of the world with a unique collection that showcases the vital relationship between humans and music. Highlighted will be cultural trends and historical events that explain how these instruments – and their players – changed over time and geography. This is a concert, exhibition, and workshop all in one!…

Felting is an ancient non-woven process of creating fabric from animal fibers using agitation to interlock the fibers in an irreversible way. It’s a fun and easy process that uses a repetitive poking technique to “paint” with wool. Felting requires no prior experience, is super-easy to learn, and is infinitely adaptable in the creation of forms and designs. During this workshop we’ll needle felt paintings onto a backing fabric and learn how the same process can be used to create small sculptural forms.…

Join author and musician Susie Jaramillo for a musical performance of her two brand-new bilingual board books, Sana Sana and Besitos, both celebrating the power of love, affection, and cultural connection for little ones. Sana Sana is inspired by the beloved Latin American rhyme “Sana sana, colita de rana,” and helps little ones find comfort through song, rhythm, and the healing power of lots of cariño. Besitos is a tender, sing-song story that celebrates the joy of giving and receiving little kisses – besitos – from the people we love most.…

From Eberjey co-founder Ali Mejia comes a lyrical story about creativity, confidence, and following your heart! In The Butterfly Studio, Inez follows the rules and does what’s expected, but she longs for something new. When she meets a pair of butterflies who design their own wings, she gets inspired to make something, too – until things get a little messy! Grades K-3. SPONSORED BY…

Embrace your inner flower child and learn about nature as you dig deeper into the world of plants and pollinators! Learn about the colors and scents that make our world beautiful in this interactive demonstration about how flowers make friends with pollinators, and the delicious fruit that comes from their friendship.…

How do we hold onto the stories, places, and people that shape us? In this hands-on workshop, participants will explore the idea of storing memories through the creation of a personal memory box. Each will receive a small wooden box to transform into a container of remembrance and imagination. Using a variety of materials – markers, collage, and natural elements – you’ll design the outside of the box as a reflection of your identity, while the inside becomes a private space to hold keepsakes,…

A cardboard box is not just a cardboard box. Imagination rules as ordinary cardboard boxes are transformed into the extraordinary in this theater adaptation.…

The Books for Free crew is taking over the tent, reading and chilling throughout the day. So grab a beanbag and settle in for a storytime session with your new B4F BFFs! Grades K-3.   SPONSORED BY…

Felting is an ancient non-woven process of creating fabric from animal fibers using agitation to interlock the fibers in an irreversible way. It’s a fun and easy process that uses a repetitive poking technique to “paint” with wool. Felting requires no prior experience, is super-easy to learn, and is infinitely adaptable in the creation of forms and designs. During this workshop we’ll needle felt paintings onto a backing fabric and learn how the same process can be used to create small sculptural forms.…

Miami’s own Mr. J leads a high-energy, interactive performance that unites families, kids, and neighbors in song. With original jams about peace, love, and joy, this lively session invites everyone to sing, dance, and celebrate as one little world – together, with a distinctly SoFlo flavor!…

In Watch Out for Falling Iguanas, young Leila sets off for school on a rare chilly day in Miami. Her walk is filled with curious encounters, like roaming peacocks and chickens crossing the road, but she can’t stop thinking about her grandmother’s warning to watch out for falling iguanas. And so begins an unexpected adventure to discover why those tropical creatures fall from trees during cold fronts. Grades K-3. SPONSORED BY…

Celebrate the Sunshine State and step into the world of LEGO engineering! In this interactive session, kids will explore basic engineering concepts while building a LEGO alligator – Florida’s iconic reptile! Through guided instruction, children will discover how gears, axles, and moving parts work together, all while having fun and boosting their creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork skills. Recommended for ages 5-12.   This is a free workshop that requires a ticket for entry; pick one up at the LEARN! tent all day while supplies last. …

Unlock your creativity and connect with nature! This workshop invites you and your family to use your green thumb with a unique twist – instead of planting seeds, design one! In this workshop, you’ll discover the beauty and variety of seeds through art and hands-on discoveries. This event is a CREATE! featured workshop. All featured workshops require a FREE ticket to attend due to limited seating. Tickets may be picked up at the Info Booth in Children’s Alley; a standby line will be available for each workshop in the event a ticketed attendee does not show up.…

The Books for Free crew is taking over the tent, reading and chilling throughout the day. So grab a beanbag and settle in for a storytime session with your new B4F BFFs! Grades K-3. SPONSORED BY…

A family-friendly flashback through Miami’s musical soul! Step into the groove with an interactive jam that blends Miami vibes, retro throwbacks, and Mr. J’s original tunes. Inspired by the hooks of the 1980s, ’90s, and 2000s – with kid-centric remixes, this feel-good set blends freestyle, funk, salsa, and pop to get the whole family singing, moving, and playing together!…

Did you know that nature is so magical, it often holds hidden patterns – some that we can’t even see with our eyes! Discover the wonders of nature’s pattern- making by creating your own plant-based mandalas. In this workshop, you’ll learn all about these cool designs and what makes a pattern. Then, using colorful petals, leaves, and sticks, you’ll create your very own natural  mandala masterpiece. This event is a CREATE! featured workshop. All featured workshops require a FREE ticket to attend due to limited seating.…

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!…

The Books for Free crew is taking over the tent, reading and chilling throughout the day. So grab a beanbag and settle in for a storytime session with your new B4F BFFs! Grades K-3. SPONSORED BY…

Battle Robots! Fly drones through exciting challenges! Hands-on STEM fun you won’t want to miss! Join us for an exciting one-time event where kids will experience the thrill of engineering and flight. Pick your team and take our “SmashBots” to battle. Take control of our drones and learn basic flight skills while navigating fun obstacle courses. This action-packed session combines creativity, problem-solving, and technology in a safe, engaging environment that’s perfect for young innovators. Recommended for ages 8-14.…

What stories can flowers tell? Inspired by artist Henri Matisse and the beauty of Florida’s native blooms, this workshop invites you to create your own vibrant bouquet – no watering needed! Using torn and cut paper in an array of colors, you’ll craft stems, leaves, and petals that fit perfectly into a paper hand, traced from your own arm. Along the way, you’ll explore the shapes, textures, and colors of our local flora, learning how art can be both playful and inspired by nature.…

Get ready to dance and clap along to some of your favorite jazz, rock, and Latin hits with SFCPA’s Advanced Percussion Ensemble. Join us for this interactive, engaging, and family-friendly all-percussion concert featuring performances on marimba, xylophone, hand drums, and more!…

José Feeds the World: How a Famous Chef Feeds Millions of People in Need around the World, illustrated by Marta Álvarez Miguéns, tells the story of José Andrés, an award-winning chef, food activist, and founder of World Central Kitchen, a disaster relief organization that has fed more than 200 million people affected by natural disasters, the COVID pandemic, and war. Grades K-3. SPONSORED BY…

Join This Is Improv for interactive acting workshops where kids and families explore storytelling, imagination, and the joy of play!…

This creative workshop will allow participants to design and paint their own custom picture frames using fun abstract art techniques. Kids will explore colorful shapes, swirls, and textures to create a unique frame that perfectly expresses their style. At the end, they’ll have a beautiful keepsake ready to hold their favorite photo. This event is a CREATE! featured workshop. All featured workshops require a FREE ticket to attend due to limited seating. Tickets may be picked up at the Info Booth in Children’s Alley;…

SFCPA brings its famous Drum Jam to Miami Book Fair! Everyone can participate – fun for all ages and abilities. Drum along during a guided bucket jam. Learn the basics of bucket drumming, how to play within a group, and groove together!…

Explore the art of book-making with artist and educator Jose Luis Garcia as he leads a workshop in creating handmade pocket books, handy for remembering all the adventures you’ll have in Children’s Alley! Garcia will guide young artists through a series of bookmaking activities that range from simple to complex folds. The premise of the workshop is to create “Pocket Books” that fit in your pocket to keep handy for your Miami Book Fair adventures. Artists will learn about the art of bookmaking to create handmade Leporello,…

Miami native Inez Barlatier is a multifaceted performer of Ayisyen (Haitian) descent. Join her for an educational 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.…

Think you have what it takes to participate in the ultimate STEAM challenge? Join us on stage to battle it out! Using the engineering design process, you’ll navigate a building task in a race against other participants.…

What stories can flowers tell? Inspired by artist Henri Matisse and the beauty of Florida’s native blooms, this workshop invites you to create your own vibrant bouquet – no watering needed! Using torn and cut paper in an array of colors, you’ll craft stems, leaves, and petals that fit perfectly into a paper hand, traced from your own arm. Along the way, you’ll explore the shapes, textures, and colors of our local flora, learning how art can be both playful and inspired by nature.…

In this performance, Kuniko Yamamoto uses traditional Japanese music, handcrafted masks, stylized movement, and a touch of magic to create an artistic balance of illusion and reality! It’s a captivating journey through Japanese culture that merges storytelling, performance, and heritage.…

Discover rhythms from around the world with Miami’s own songstress, Inez Barlatier. Children and families can join in on drum rhythms and songs as she teaches you where the songs and rhythms originate and how to play them!…

Did you know that art can take flight? In this workshop, you’ll explore the magic of balance, color, and movement by designing your very own spiral mobile! Using vibrant shapes and patterns, you’ll craft an artwork that twirls and dances in the air. Watch as your creation comes to life, spinning and shimmering with every breeze – it’s art in motion! This event is a CREATE! featured workshop. All featured workshops require a FREE ticket to attend due to limited seating.…

  Explore physical reactions by freezing everyday objects with liquid nitrogen! Watch as balloons, flowers, and other objects undergo a physical change when exposed to extremely cold temperatures – -321°F to be exact. And be sure to stay for our grand finale, as we create a simulated cloud, thunder and all!…

  Welcome to the infinite world of origami! In Japanese, “ori” means to fold and “gami” means paper. Using origami, music, and audience participation, our guest artist will provide a magical introduction to Japanese culture and the art of simplicity. In Origami Tales, mythological character masks and puppets, amazing flowers, and a dragon – all made from origami – set the stage, while Yamamoto shares heartfelt stories from ancient Japan.…

Unlock your creativity and connect with nature! This workshop invites you and your family to use your green thumb with a unique twist – instead of planting seeds, design one! In this workshop, you’ll discover the beauty and variety of seeds through art and hands-on discoveries. This event is a CREATE! featured workshop. All featured workshops require a FREE ticket to attend due to limited seating. Tickets may be picked up at the Info Booth in Children’s Alley; a standby line will be available for each workshop in the event a ticketed attendee does not show up.…

Unlock your creativity and connect with nature! This workshop invites you and your family to use your green thumb with a unique twist – instead of planting seeds, design one! In this workshop, you’ll discover the beauty and variety of seeds through art and hands-on discoveries.   This event is a CREATE! featured workshop. All featured workshops require a FREE ticket to attend due to limited seating. Tickets may be picked up at the Info Booth in Children’s Alley;…

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!…

Ever wondered what the world looks like through a bug’s eyes? In this exciting blend of art and science, you’ll discover how insects view the world in totally unique ways! Learn all about the fascinating structure of their eyes and how these tiny creatures use them to survive and thrive. Then, put your creativity to the test by designing your very own insect-inspired vision glasses! Along the way, you’ll also explore the importance of protecting Florida’s native insects and the special role they play in our environment.…

Join artist and educator Nicole Combeau for a playful workshop where young creators will design their very own pop-up accordion books! Using simple folds, colorful paper, and imaginative drawings or stories, kids will explore how books can spring to life in surprising ways. Each participant will leave with a handmade book infused with their own creative expression. Recommended for ages 5-12.   This event is a CREATE! featured workshop. All featured workshops require a FREE ticket to attend due to limited seating.…

Explore the art of book-making with artist and educator Jose Luis Garcia as he leads a workshop in creating handmade pocket books, handy for remembering all the adventures you’ll have in Children’s Alley! Garcia will guide young artists through a series of bookmaking activities that range from simple to complex folds. The premise of the workshop is to create “Pocket Books” that fit in your pocket to keep handy for your Miami Book Fair adventures. Artists will learn about the art of bookmaking to create handmade Leporello,…