The Fruit & Spice Park is the only tropical botanical garden of its kind in the United States. The unique 37-acre public facility is owned and operated by the Miami-Dade County Park and Recreation Department. Located in South Florida. The Park's tropical climate can be found nowhere else in the continental U.S. and hosts over 500 varieties of fruits, vegetables, spices, herbs, and nuts, and other commercially important plant specimens from around the world. The Park showcases 150 varieties of mango, 75 varieties of bananas, 70 bamboo varieties, and numerous other exotic edibles. Visitors are invited to munch at our tasting counter inside our Park Store.
October and November Events
October 10
Hunters Moon
7:30 pm to 10:00 pm
Admission $10
(Children under 6 are free)
Under the allure, and mystique of the full moon, Southern Cross Astronomical Society will guide you through a celestial exploration of the heavens. Bring a blanket, and enjoy music, refreshments, and story telling around the campfire.
October 25th
Historic Garden Tour of the Redland
10 am to 1 pm
Guide Chris Rollins
Fee: $25
Join Park Manager Chris Rollins as you tour landscaped estates, gorgeous gardens, and historic landmarks in the Redland. Get inspired to create your own backyard paradise!
November 15 &16
The Great Green Family Festival
10 am to 5 pm
Admission: $6 (Children under 11 are free)
A new festival showcasing "Eco-Friendly" living including: local & organic farmer's market, alternative energy, vehicles & fuels, medicinal herbs, oils & teas, natural foods, and culinary plants. Live musical entertainment, lectures & children's activities. Services to include: Aromatherapy, yoga, tai chi, reiki, and chair massage. Sponsors: Redland Evening Society and the Fruit and Spice Park. Click here for more info.
Check out our classes list as well. Registration is required for all classes.For more information on any of these events or to register, call the Fruit & Spice Park at 305-247-5727.
