Miami Events that Make Autumn a Reality

By Nia Nelson, Junior

Are you tired of sitting at home doing nothing? Are you exhausted of constant work from school? Miami presents a lineup of events and celebrations to enjoy this upcoming month of November. Most events are family friendly and are ready to give a time of amusement to enjoy this autumn with fun-filled festivities.

House of Horror: through Nov. 3
House of Horror is located at the Miami International Mall from September 27 through November 3rd. House of Horror has a carnival and haunted houses that are impressive and eerie. Admission is $30, unless you are between the ages 3-6, making it $15. Haunted houses such as Blossom LN and Area 13 are horrifically awesome and brings haunting experiences that cater to people’s fears. The carnival rides are unlimited as well as the shows and haunted houses.

ZooBoo: Oct. 28-29
Zoo Miami has planned activities for families and children under the age of 12. The event takes place Oct. 28-29 at Zoo Miami. Trick-or-treating, costume contests, arts and crafts, and a chance to see wild animals will be available for families to enjoy. Children will be given the chance to share their crafts with these animals as a means of being at the Zoo Miami trick-or-treating.

Miami Harvest Fest- Nov. 17-18
The Miami-Dade Expo Fair presents the Miami Harvest Fest from November 17th through the 18th! It is a popular and well-known festival with arts and crafts, bouncy houses, pony rides, and many other festivities. This festival has a lot to offer for families and friends. In addition, you can enter award-winning competitions from making handmade dolls to making slushies.

Miami International Book Fair- Nov. 11-18
The Miami International Book Fair is a literary festival in Downtown Miami that offers an opportunity for national and international authors to exhibit their literary works. The annual book fair is from November 11-18. From children to adults there are much to offer like books that caters to your interest as of reading. Besides purchasing books, there are authors’ conferences and food venues. For all the book lovers that enjoy reading or meeting authors, the Miami International Book Fair is the festival. iPrep’s yearly field trip is November 16th.  Don’t be absent!! ​

Santa’s Enchanted Forest- through Jan. 6
Santa’s Enchanted Forest is a very large theme park and most relevant during the holidays. Santa’s Enchanted Forest is from November 1-January 6. The carnival is family friendly and open to all. There are over 100 rides, shows, attractions, foods, mesmerizing lights, and time with Santa. Tickets and pricing varies. Visit their website for more information. ​

Miami Live Art Months
Miami Live Art Months occurs in the month of November. People from all over Miami can come down to Greater Miami and Beaches to experience live music, arts, and entertainments such as: concerts, theaters, dance performances, comedy shows, and poetry readings. There is a little of every live arts exposure for a large crowd, family or if you’re decide to go alone.

Veterans Day Parade- Nov. 11
Veterans Day Parade is in honor of Veterans Day (November 11) to commemorate the sacrifices of our military veterans. This parade takes place in Miami Beach on Ocean Drive from 5 Street to 14 Street at 10AM to 12PM. ​Come show your support and patriotism by coming out and watching the parade! You can wear red, white, and blue, and bring your American flag to represent our country.

Christmas Tree Lighting at Bayfront Park- Nov. 23
The Christmas tree lighting takes place in Downtown Miami the day after Thanksgiving. There is a Christmas tree that stands 50-feet tall, illuminating the night through the holidays with its glowing, glittering, and dazzling lights. The tree’s glow-up usually occurs around seven in the evening. To accompany the tree countdown, there will be holiday music and food trucks to go around. Bring your family and take a break from the hassle of running around and doing Christmas shopping to watch the lights and stuff your face.  

Additional Halloween fun for children and families:

• Pumpkin Patch at Little Farm Miami Dade: October 7 - October 31
  • ​http://thelittlefarm.us/little-farm-events/pumpkin-patch/
• Halloween on Lincoln Road: October 31
  • ​https://lincolnrd.com
• ​City of South Miami Safe Streets Halloween Trick or Treating - October 31
  • https://www.miamiscapes.com/miami-halloween.html#south-miami
• Dolphin Mall Spooktacular Halloween: October 31
  • ​https://www.shopdolphinmall.com/event/76120/spooktacular_halloween_party

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Many events are happening all year long, and we will make sure to keep you posted so that there’s always somewhere to have fun. Happy Halloween and Happy Thanksgiving!