FAQ
Common questions from Miami parents
Free events, museums, parks, camps — the questions we hear most often, answered honestly.
📱About the app
Is Play Passport Miami free?
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Yes — completely free. Browse 300+ kids activities, parks, free events, classes, and party venues with no signup wall. Some optional premium features may be added later, but the core guide stays free.
Where is Play Passport Miami available?
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iOS — download free on the Apple App Store. Android is on the roadmap. The website (playpassportmiami.com) works on any device.
Is the app available in Spanish?
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Yes. Every venue and event is bilingual (English + Spanish). Switch languages anytime in the app settings or via the language picker on the website. Portuguese support is in progress.
Do I need to create an account?
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No. You can browse everything without signing up. An optional account lets you save favorites, RSVP to free events, and earn passport stamps.
Does Play Passport Miami sell my data?
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No. We don't sell, trade, or rent user data. See our privacy policy for the full breakdown.
🎁Free events & free museum days
How do I find free events for kids in Miami this weekend?
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Open the app's Events tab and filter by 'Free' + 'This Weekend', or visit our This Weekend page on the website. We track 170+ active free events updated weekly.
When are Miami museums free?
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PAMM is free on the second Sunday of every month (Free Second Sundays). Bank of America cardholders get free admission to PAMM, Frost Science, HistoryMiami, and Vizcaya on the first full weekend of every month (Museums on Us). See our free-museum-days guide for the full schedule.
Is the Bank of America Museums on Us program legit?
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Yes. Any BofA, Merrill, or Bank of America Private Bank credit/debit cardholder gets free general admission to 200+ participating museums on the first full weekend of every month — just show your card and a photo ID at the door.
Are there free family events at Bayfront Park?
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Yes — Bayfront Park hosts regular free concerts, yoga, fitness classes, and seasonal festivals. Search 'Bayfront' in the app to see what's currently scheduled.
🌳Parks, splash pads & outdoor
Which Miami splash pads are free?
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Most splash pads in Miami-Dade parks are free, with a few low-cost specialty ones in Broward. We've mapped 15+ family favorites with directions, hours, and shade/parking notes — see our full splash pads guide at playpassportmiami.com/splash-pads.
What's the best park for toddlers in Miami?
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It depends on where you live and what your toddler's into — fenced playgrounds, splash pads, shade, food on-site. Our outdoor parks guide ranks 90+ free Miami-Dade and Broward parks by area, with notes on what each one's best for: playpassportmiami.com/outdoor-parks.
Are Miami beaches good with kids?
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Some are great with toddlers, others not so much. The right pick depends on age, time of day, and what you're after (calm water, shade, easy parking). Browse our beach picks in the Play Passport Miami app — every entry has notes on stroller access, shade, and family-friendliness.
When do Miami splash pads open for the season?
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Most Miami-Dade county splash pads run year-round given Miami's climate. City-run ones often follow a March–October schedule. Operating hours rotate with school schedules, so check the specific park's listing in the app before driving over.
☔Indoor & rainy-day options
What can kids do in Miami when it rains?
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Plenty of indoor options — museums, indoor playgrounds, trampoline parks, library kids' programming. The right pick depends on age and neighborhood. Open the Play Passport Miami app and filter by 'Indoor' to see what's near you, with hours and pricing for each spot.
Are there indoor playgrounds in Doral?
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Yes — there are several great indoor playgrounds in and around Doral, each tuned to a different age range and price point. Browse the full Doral list in the app with hours, pricing, and age recommendations.
What's the best birthday party venue in Miami?
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It depends on age, group size, and what you're going for (active play, themed, outdoor, all-inclusive). The Play Passport Miami app lists 30+ party venues across Miami-Dade and Broward with capacity, what's included, and starting price — easiest way to compare.
🎨Camps & classes
When does Miami summer camp registration open?
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Most city-run camps (Miami, Doral, Pembroke Pines, Miami-Dade Parks) open registration in February–March each year, while private camps open as early as January. The app's Camps tab tracks current registration windows as they're announced — see playpassportmiami.com/summer-camps for our full guide.
Are there free or low-cost summer camps in Miami?
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Yes — several Miami-Dade and Broward cities run heavily subsidized summer camps for residents. Our summer camps guide breaks down which cities offer them, eligibility, and timing: playpassportmiami.com/summer-camps.
What kids' classes does Play Passport Miami track?
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Sports, gymnastics, dance, music, art, swimming, martial arts, STEM, cooking, theater, and more — across 50+ studios and academies in Miami-Dade and Broward. Browse the Classes tab in the app to filter by activity, age, and neighborhood.
💌Submit / partner
How do I submit my venue or event to Play Passport Miami?
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Reach out to info@playpassportmiami.com with your venue or event name, address, age range, and a few photos. We review every submission and will get back to you to confirm next steps.
I'd like to partner with Play Passport Miami — how do I get in touch?
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We're always open to partnerships with family-focused brands, venues, and creators in South Florida. Email info@playpassportmiami.com with a quick note about what you have in mind and we'll be in touch.
I found a wrong address or expired event — how do I report it?
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Email info@playpassportmiami.com with the venue or event name and what's off. We update within 48 hours and appreciate every report — it keeps the guide accurate for everyone.
Still have a question?
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