South Dade residents interested in learning more about the variety of fruit that is grown in the area may want to check out the 2025 Summer Fruit Festival at Preston B. Bird & Mary Heinlein Fruit & Spice Park 24801 SW 187th Ave, Homestead.
Miami-Dade Parks will present the 2025 Summer Fruit Festival, taking place Saturday, June 21, and Sunday, June 22, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the historic Fruit & Spice Park, Miami-Dade County’s only tropical botanical garden and designated Heritage Park.
This highly anticipated annual event celebrates South Florida’s rich agricultural legacy and the abundance of tropical fruits that thrive at the peak of summer.
This year’s festival will showcase the incredible variety of fruits that are available in South Florida’s unique climate, featuring a stunning mango and tropical fruit display, delicious fruit and honey tastings, and engaging educational workshop, all included with admission. A fan-favorite watermelon eating contest promises fun for the entire family. Children can enjoy classic lawn games, while visitors of all ages can browse an eclectic mix of local vendors offering tasty cuisine, handmade arts and crafts, tropical fruit trees, fresh produce, plants, and more.
This fun-filled, flavor-packed weekend will take place in one of Miami-Dade’s most unique and scenic parks!
For more information visit https://www.miamidade.gov/fruitandspicepark/.
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