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November 2025
Make a Mini Storybook
THE BASS MUSEUM OF ART STATION What’s a special moment you remember? Use it to become the main character in your mini story! Inspired by The Kaleidoscopic: Writing Histories Through the Collection, currently on view at The Bass Museum of Art, this fun activity invites you and your family to draw and write. Use pictures, words, and colorful collage to tell a memory – or dream up a new one. Fold it into a mini book and share. Every story is different,…
PARTICIPATE! MUSIC: Read & Remix With the DJ Books Author Edwin “Bear Who?” Rios
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.…
Pulp Painting: A Paper-Making Workshop With GOGO MOAD
Discover the art of handmade paper in this immersive paper-making workshop! …
KICK IT! With Soccer Shots & Telemundo
Get ready to run, kick, and play! Soccer Shots brings the world’s most beloved game to kids ages 18 months to 8 years in a way that’s all about fun, friendship, and discovery. Through age-appropriate games and activities, little athletes will build skills, confidence, and character – all while having a blast in a safe and inclusive space. Whether it’s their very first time kicking a ball or they’re already soccer superstars, every child gets to shine on the field!…
LEARN! Camera Obscura With HistoryMiami Museum
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…
Pompoms & Pages: Street Art With Kern Myrtle
Tear, tape, and tie your way into a community paper-and-yarn art installation! Using cut-up pages from discarded books, you’ll create your own book-inspired pieces to add to a fluttering sculpture that will grow throughout Book Fair weekend. Make a yarn pompom, tie on a page and keep the web evolving, or just make your own bookmark to take home – anything goes! This will be one tangled tale to remember. …
Swamp Safari Obstacle Course With Warrior Kids Academy
Race through the Swamp Safari Obstacle Course and unlock your inner superhero by testing your skills and learning new ones with Warrior Kids Academy! Engage in friendly competitions and races, or just experiment with your own strength and skills under the palm trees!…
TEENS READ THE 2025 NATIONAL BOOK AWARDS – ALL GENRES
The 2025 National Book Award-honored authors in young people’s literature – including María Dolores Águila, K. Ancrum, Daniel Nayeri, Hannah V. Sawyerr, Maria van Lieshout, and Ibi Zoboi – visit Miami Book Fair to share from and about their books, and answer questions from Miami-Dade County students. Hosted by Ebony LaDelle, author of You’ve Got a Place Here, Too: An Anthology of Black Love Stories Set at HBCUs and This Could Be Forever. For more information and to RSVP,…
Turntable Sharks – “Turning Tables, Shaping Futures”
Professor Scott McCartney, aka DJ Smoove, is an adjunct professor and a 28-year U.S. Coast Guard veteran. He crafted a pioneering three-credit DJ curriculum at Miami Dade College’s music department at its Kendall campus – the first in the nation. He also started the S Foundation, a nonprofit that brings music and turntable skills to underserved youths. He formed the Turntable Sharks DJ Club to give DJ students the opportunity to spin and curate campus events. His belief: DJing is a true musician’s craft that can lift communities,…
Tutifruti’s Roll-Up Station!
Skateboarding fun with Tutifruti gives participants of all ages elevated self-confidence, positive friendships, and new skills. Drop into our game sessions for a one-of-a-kind experience on wheels! Don’t forget to stop by the Tutifruti merch table to check out screenprinted apparel made by local artists! Signed waiver and helmets are mandatory; all skateboards, helmets, and protective gear provided at no additional cost.…
Author Storytime! Zena Ayoub Reads Las Aventuras de Turin
Las Aventuras de Turin (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; this storytime will be conducted in Spanish. SPONSORED BY…
LEARN! Stories in Action: Improv Theater Workshop for Kids & Families
Join This Is Improv for interactive acting workshops where kids and families explore storytelling, imagination, and the joy of play!…
PARTICIPATE! THEATER: Not a Box With Miami Children’s Museum
A cardboard box is not just a cardboard box. Imagination rules as ordinary cardboard boxes are transformed into the extraordinary in this theater adaptation.…
CREATE! Insectomorphosis With Melissa Niemann
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,…
CREATE! Insectomorphosis With Melissa Niemann
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,…
INNOVATE! WORKSHOP: Create an Interactive Story of Kindness
What does kindness mean to you? What does it look like? Is it feeding a hungry animal? Maybe it’s making a new friend feel welcome. Let’s imagine what kindness means to us by making our own interactive storybook- on iPads! We’ll draw, record sounds, add fun 3D shapes, and more as we dive into the world of creative digital storytelling. Devices will be provided; recommended for ages 6-10. This event is an INNOVATE! featured workshop. All featured workshops require a FREE ticket to attend due to limited seating.…
INNOVATE! WORKSHOP: Create Comics Inspired by Planet Earth
Attention families: your mission is to protect something you love on planet Earth! Together, you’ll imagine a story with your own characters on a fun adventure, take photos, draw, and add stickers to make a one-of-a-kind comic strip on iPad with Apple Pencil. Devices will be provided; recommended for kids and their parents or guardians, who must be present during the session. This event is an INNOVATE! featured workshop. All featured workshops require a FREE ticket to attend due to limited seating.…
PARTICIPATE! MUSIC: Mr. J School Jams!
Kids and parents alike can get into the groove with Mr. J Jams, 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!…
Books for Free Storytime! The Ocean Gardener by Clara Anganuzzi
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…
Button Making: Wear Your Message With GOGO MOAD
With a button maker and a wide selection of art supplies, anyone can design wearable art that reflects their creativity. Participants will create their own unique buttons featuring positive messages and playful designs, from bold doodles to uplifting affirmations – each a personal statement piece to share with the world! …
Design & Build an AI Friend
THE BASS MUSEUM OF ART STATION Step into the world of AI! Inspired by Lawrence Lek: NOX Pavilion on view at The Bass Museum of Art, this hands-on activity invites kids and families to design their very own AI companion using recycled materials, shiny surfaces, and even working LED lights! What is your AI’s name? What kind of personality does it have? What does your AI do? What feelings does it have? What story does it tell? Come imagine, build, and take home your one-of-a-kind tech robot inspired by a creation that blends science and creativity!…
LEARN! The Chill Zone With Frost Science
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!…
Typewriter Dreams: Teen Poetry Open Mic Hosted by The Biscayne Poet
Create verses using vintage typewriters – adding a touch of classic charm to your writing – then take center stage during this exciting open mic event and share your unique creations with an engaged audience! Join us for a blend of typewritten artistry and live performance that captures the essence of youth.…
CREATE! Pop-Up Accordion Book Magic With Nicole Combeau
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.…
LEARN! Bang on the Drums! Percussion Workshop With South Florida Center for Percussive Arts
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!…
Miami Beach Rock Ensemble
Founded in 1972 by music educator Doug Burris at Miami Beach Senior High School, the Miami Beach Rock Ensemble is recognized as the first high school rock ensemble in the United States. And what began as a groundbreaking experiment in music education has grown into a historic program that continues to shape South Florida’s music scene more than 50 years later. The ensemble is student-led, bringing together young musicians, stage crew, and sound engineers who collaborate to deliver high-energy performances of both classic and modern rock.…
West Little River Marching Band
The West Little River (WLR) Marching Band is a percussion-driven ensemble operating under Young Musicians Unite (YMU), a Miami-based nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free music education to students in underserved communities. Designed to give young performers a high-energy, team-oriented experience, the program teaches the fundamentals of marching, rhythm, and ensemble performance through discipline and collaboration. Open to students in grades 6-12, the band features a vibrant mix of snare drums, bass drums, cymbals, and tenor drums, creating the driving heartbeat of its dynamic performances.…
PARTICIPATE! MUSIC: Canta con Canticos With Susie Jaramillo
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.…
An Evening With Mercedes Ron on Tell Me Softly
New York Times bestseller and global book world darling Mercedes Ron is making another big splash with the first iteration of her wildly popular Tell Me series, now translated into English. Kamila Hamilton is caught between the two Di Bianco brothers – her best friends and greatest downfall – after they burst back into her life. Thiago got her first kiss; Taylor always protected her. And the secrets they still carry threaten to bring down her fragile walls and expose what happened so many years ago.…
Lost Chapter
Signature drinks and yummy bites. On-point DJs and curated hit lists. Literary-inspired diversions every night of the week. It’s all happening at the Lost Chapter rooftop lounge, where chill vibes and cool conversations meet under Miami’s starry skies. Stop by and stay awhile – you could find your next fave book – or book club bestie. SPONSORED BY …
SALVAR LA FRONTERA: UNA ANTOLOGÍA DE AUTORES VENEZOLANOS MIGRANTES – FICCIÓN
En una noche dedicada a la literatura venezolana, presentamos Salvar la frontera: Muestra de cuentos de autores venezolanos migrantes, una compilación editada por Equidistancias que incluye treinta relatos caracterizados por la multiplicidad temática y estilística de sus textos, así como la diversidad generacional, residencia y trayectoria vital de sus autores. Presentado por Naida Saavedra, Keila Vall de la Ville, Juan Carlos Méndez Guédez y Juan Carlos Chirinos, en conversación con el periodista César Miguel Rondón. …
AN INVITATION TOWARD HOPE: NAOMI SHIHAB NYE & TRACY K. SMITH IN CONVERSATION – POETRY
Head down to the Fair by 9 a.m. to get free entry, a free cup of Joe and the best seats possible to see Naomi and Tracy! As an invitation toward meaning and connection, National Book Award finalist and former Young People’s Poet Laureate Naomi Shihab Nye and Pulitzer Prize-winning poet and former U.S. Poet Laureate Tracy K. Smith will discuss how celebrations of joy, family, and poetry in their new books are fundamental to our capacities to love,…
KICK IT! With Soccer Shots & Telemundo
Get ready to run, kick, and play! Soccer Shots brings the world’s most beloved game to kids ages 18 months to 8 years in a way that’s all about fun, friendship, and discovery. Through age-appropriate games and activities, little athletes will build skills, confidence, and character – all while having a blast in a safe and inclusive space. Whether it’s their very first time kicking a ball or they’re already soccer superstars, every child gets to shine on the field!…
Make a Welcome Collage
Step into a world of creativity and imagination inspired by the exhibition Faire Foyer: Sarah Crowner in Dialogue with Etel Adnan, currently on view at The Bass Museum of Art, and follow your intuition to make a welcome collage! Select words and visuals to create a one-of-a-kind doorway using collage materials, shiny foil, and textured papers that expresses warmth, joy, or curiosity. Then take your portal home as a reminder of what we can create together through art. Perfect for all ages!…
ON PADMA’S ALL AMERICAN: TALES, TRAVELS, AND RECIPES FROM “TASTE THE NATION” AND BEYOND: A COOKBOOK – NONFICTION
A love letter to the people who create and evolve American cuisine every day, author and Emmy nominee Padma Lakshmi’s latest book is a road map to the foods that give America its vibrant palate. From Indian coconut rice and Peruvian tamales with chicken to Afghani dumplings with leeks and scallions – and a strawberry, cardamom, and cream cake that will be your new favorite celebration treat – Padma’s All American presents a joyful, kaleidoscopic view of the vast range of incredible dishes she’s delighted in tasting on her travels,…
PEERING THROUGH THE WINDOWS AT BARNEYS – MEMOIR
Head down to the Fair by 9 a.m. to get free entry, a free cup of Joe and the best seats possible to see Gene, Matthew, and Simon! In They All Came to Barneys: A Personal History of the World’s Greatest Store – co-written with New York Magazine’s Matthew Schneier – Gene Pressman tells the inside story of Barneys New York, from its beginnings as a discount shop to the rise – and eventual fall – of the global fashion empire.…
Pompoms & Pages: Street Art With Kern Myrtle
Tear, tape, and tie your way into a community paper-and-yarn art installation! Using cut-up pages from discarded books, you’ll create your own book-inspired pieces to add to a fluttering sculpture that will grow throughout Book Fair weekend. Make a yarn pompom, tie on a page and keep the web evolving, or just make your own bookmark to take home – anything goes! This will be one tangled tale to remember.…
Pulp Painting: A Paper-Making Workshop With GOGO MOAD
Discover the art of handmade paper in this immersive paper-making workshop! …
Miami Girls Rock Camp
Through music and community-building, Miami Girls Rock Camp reminds girls and gender-expansive youth of their inherent power, their right to take up space loudly and joyfully, and their ability to create positive change in their lives and the world.…
