MIAMI — This holiday season, give the gift of Parks. Experience Miami-Dade County Parks and discover the wonder of the great outdoors, and all that our Parks have to offer. Truly a gift that keeps on giving, not only to your loved ones but to our parks as well!
For the art lover and history buff: Deering Estate
Nestled along the coast in South Dade, the Deering Estate, a part of the Miami-Dade Parks system, is a cultural asset and historic site listed on the National Register of Historic Place. As a 21st-century museum destination for tourists and local residents, a variety of signature events, programs, tours and classes are offered year-round. Annual membership allows for year-round free admission to the Deering Estate during regular operating hours, as well as no-cost guided tours through the natural areas and free admission to select events, special tours and programs billed as general admission.
For the animal lover: Zoo Miami
With a Zoo as large and interactive as ours, there is always more to see and more to learn. Becoming a Zoo Miami Member means you will have unlimited visits to take it all in – for a whole year. That’s 365 days of adventure, at an unbeatable price. Your membership fee supports Zoo Miami’s leadership of Miami-Dade Parks’ conservation and wildlife advocacy efforts.
For the botanist: Fruit & Spice Park
The only public botanical garden of its kind in the United States, Fruit & Spice Park contains more than 500 varieties of fruit, vegetables, spices and herbs across its 37 acres With an annual membership, your loved one can enjoy free entrance to the park (except during select special events) and a 10% discount at the park’s gift shop and Mango Café. Your support allows us to offer world-class horticultural displays, cultural events, education programs, and international plant science and conservation programs.
For the nature lover or thrill seeker: Miami EcoAdventures
Treat yourself or someone else to a thrilling outdoor adventure like kayaking and snorkelling off Key Biscayne, biking scenic trails, a sunset boat tour of Biscayne Bay aboard the Island Skipper, or a nighttime owl walk.
For the conservationist: A Sea Turtle Adventure
Learn more about these ancient animals; what they eat, why they come to our shores and where they are found through a presentation conducted by one of our knowledgeable naturalists. Have a chance to touch real sea turtle artefacts such as shells, skulls, and the different items that they eat. Hear the fascinating details of Miami-Dade Parks’ role as designated protector of sea turtle nests and hatchlings for the County’s 17 miles of beaches.
For the golf lover: Golf Miami-Dade
Enjoy a hole in one! Miami-Dade Parks operates four 18-hole golf courses, two 9-hole golf courses and one mini-golf course.
•Crandon Golf at Key Biscayne, named Ten of Top Ten Golf Courses in Miami (ranked 3rd
•Country Club of Miami,
•Greynolds Golf Course
•Palmetto Golf Course and Palmetto Mini Golf
For the Stargazer:
Enjoy an evening under the stars at Bill Sadowski Park, with a state-of-the-art telescope (every Saturday at dusk).
Or simply enjoy some quality time, with family and friends, at our most popular and iconic Parks.
•Haulover Beach Park
•Homestead Bayfront Park
•Crandon Park
•Tropical Park
•Amelia Earhart
And if you love it all, the Parks Foundation allows you to get a piece of the action at all Miami-Dade Parks, with an annual membership. Buy a Parks Foundation annual membership, and gain access to one complimentary annual shelter rental, special discounts on Parks’ programs, attractions and services, all while helping to conserve parks and natural areas, and support recreational programs for future generations to enjoy. This annual membership opportunity will open the doors to benefits only available to Parks Foundation membership holders and usher you into the power of parks! Join any one of the three Membership levels or Corporate Membership levels for premium benefits.
