Friends of Cape Florida upcoming events

WELLNESS in the PARK with Suzanne Barker. Stretch & Core (10/22/2026)

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

STRETCH & CORE with SUZANNE BARKER

October 22, 2026 6:00PM to 7:00PM

Meet by Pavilion D-18. Bring your yoga mat and water.

RSVP Required for all participants. Get Tickets HERE.

FREE for MEMBERS (park fee required for all)

$ 15.00 required donation for non-members.

To become a Lighthouse Ambassador or a member, click HERE.

Our fitness instructor, Suzanne Barker, will lead us in an invigorating Stretch & Core class on the 3rd Thursdays of the month (as weather and light allow). This class meets in the D-18 Pavilion overlooking Biscayne Bay and our glorious Stiltsville sunsets.

Suzanne is an inspiring coach and instructor creating an opportunity to tend to your health and wellbeing in one of the most beautiful settings.

BRING a yoga mat, reusable water bottle, bug spray if you are sensitive.

Haunted Hike - 10th Anniversary of our Halloween Extravaganza (10/24/2026)

Sat, 24 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

10th Anniversary of the HAUNTED HIKE

Saturday, October 24, 2026 6:00PM - 10:00PM

The most spook-tacular annual Halloween Extravaganza in Miami! FRIGHTFUL FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY...SAVE THE DATE for Bill Baggs State Park's scariest event of the season.

TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW on EVENTBRITE.

HAUNTED HIKE GUIDELINES & CODE OF CONDUCT: To provide the safest environment for guests and performers guests are reminded to follow these safety precautions:

No costumes and masks are permitted on the Haunted Hike
No touching of props or performers.
Haunted Hike Tickets are valid for one (1) walk-through. They do include unlimited access to all other event attractions.
Carnival Admission Tickets include unlimited rides and event attractions but no Haunted Hike access.

Rules are strictly enforced to ensure a safe and fun experience for all guests. Non-compliance can result in expulsion from the event and the park.

This event is sponsored by the Friends of Cape Florida. All proceeds from this Friends of Cape Florida annual charitable event benefit Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park.

NO REFUNDS. Rain or Shine.

Release: By entering the premises of Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park and the Friends of Cape Florida Inc. (FOCF) event or activity, you (and any persons you act as guardian) consent to interview(s), photography, audio recording, video recording and its/their release, publication, exhibition, or reproduction to be used for news, web casts, promotional purposes, telecasts, advertising, inclusion on web sites, or any other purpose by the Friends of Cape Florida Inc. (FOCF) and its affiliates and representatives. You release the Friends of Cape Florida Inc. (FOCF) its volunteers and officers, and each and all persons involved from any liability connected with the taking, recording, digitizing, or publication of interviews, photographs, computer images, video and/or or sound recordings. By entering the premises, you waive all rights you may have to any claims for payment or royalties in connection with any exhibition, streaming, webcasting, televising, or other publication of these materials, regardless of the purpose or sponsoring of such exhibiting, broadcasting, webcasting, or other publication irrespective of whether a fee for admission or sponsorship is charged. You also waive any right to inspect or approve any photo, video, or audio recording taken by the Friends of Cape Florida Inc. (FOCF) or the person or entity designated to do so by the Friends of Cape Florida Inc. (FOCF). You have been fully informed of your consent, waiver of liability, and release before entering the premise.

LINE DANCING in the PARK (10/28/2026)

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, October 28, 2026

6:00-7:30PM

Sunset Pavilion D-18

TICKETS on EVENTBRITE HERE

Tickets required for all (Members and Non-Members).

Give Miami Day - NOVEMBER 14-19 Support the "Park in Your Backyard" (11/14/2026)

Sat, 14 Nov 2026 05:30:00 GMT

Visit us on the

Give Miami Day Platform

to support our educational programming, and all of our efforts to protect and preserve our natural and cultural resources - including the historic 200 year old lighthouse. Celebrate 60 Years of Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park and our name-sake's legacy!

LINE DANCING in the PARK (11/25/2026)

Wed, 25 Nov 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Wednesday, November 5, 2026

6:00-7:30PM

Sunset Pavilion D-18

TICKETS on EVENTBRITE COMING SOON.

Tickets required for all (Members and Non-Members).

Holiday Paddleboard Flotilla & Boat Parade! (12/12/2026)

Sat, 12 Dec 2026 20:30:00 GMT

FREE COMMUITY EVENT. JOIN US! Get ready to light up the night! Bring your holiday spirit to the park and join us for a night of festive fun. Dress up and participate in the Holiday Paddleboard Flotilla, win prizes for the best holiday outfits.

RSVP on EVENTBRITE for this FREE Event (with park entry fee). Paddleboarders and boaters welcome! For Holiday Paddleboard Flotilla participation RSVP at Events@FriendsCapeFlorida.org. To participate with your decorated boat, reach out to the Key Biscayne Yacht Club at memberservices@kbyc.org.

PRIZES for 4 category winners!

THE CLEAT will be open. Enjoy the sunset and a beautiful evening by the bay.

4:00PM - 5:00PM Join the FRIENDS PADDLE BOARD FLOTILLA

MEET & PUT IN LOCATION: No Name Harbor by Boater's Grill.

MC & PRIZES: Prizes for the participants: "Best Holiday Spirit", "Most Creative" and "Best Holiday Outfit for your Pet" - and our new category of the year 2025: "The Best Shiny Lighthouse"!

DETAILS: Participants will complete a small loop around No Name Harbor. Paddleboard and kayaks allowed. Safety boat on patrol.

PADDLE BOARD FLOTILLA PARTICIPANTS SHOULD RSVP THEIR SPOT AT Events@FriendsCapeFlorida.org

6:00PM-7:00PM BOAT PARADE

BOATS WILL ARRIVE AROUND 6:00PM. ENJOY MUSIC, THE MC NARRATING WHILE DECORATED BOATS SAIL THROUGH THE HARBOR.

Bring your blankets and folding chairs to enjoy the festive show!

Bill Baggs 2027 Family & Youth Camping Adventure (01/23/2027)

Sat, 23 Jan 2027 20:00:00 GMT

Family Camping from 3:00 PM Saturday January 23rd to 10:00AM on Sunday January 24th.

Join us for a wonderful opportunity to overnight at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park and experience nature and all the park has to offer.

SAVE THE DATE: This will fill up quickly! Tickets on Eventbrite in December.

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

Tickets are required for all campers ($ 20). Directions to the location will be shared when you arrive at the park entry gate.
Minimum age recommended for campers: 6 years
All campers under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian.
For safety of all participants, all campers (child, youth, adult) must check in, show ticket to receive and wear an event wrist band.
Service Project is part of the event. All campers area expected to participate with the clean up service project on Sunday morning.

WHAT TO BRING:

Tent and camping gear
Dinner and Breakfast food for your group.
Headlamps & bug spray
Re-usable plates, utensils, re-fillable water bottles (please bring plenty of water)
Clothing appropriate for outdoor play and activities.
Food for dinner and breakfast.
Christmas trees for the campfire.
Anything to make your night comfortable (blankets, treats, toothbrush, comfort items).

SCHEDULE & ACTIVITIES

3PM CHECK IN: You must check in to receive one wristband per paid camper.
3PM - 5PM: Tent set up.
ACTIVITIES: Fishing (bring bait), walking, bicycling etc.
5:30PM Sunset Walk begins
6:30PM Campfire - Smores and more....
7PM - 8:30PM Dinner
8:30PM SPIDER WALK! (Bring a strong headlamp!)

WHAT WILL BE PROVIDED:

Youth Camp Ground, camping platforms, bonfire place, pristine nature all around.
All that's needed for yummy S'mores!
Potable water
Restrooms (about 400 yards walk / 6-8 minutes walk).
A whole lot of fu!

SAFETY AND CONDUCT:

Place all food inside cars or secure containers at night. (Do not feed racoons).
This is a family and community event for the enjoyment of all participants. Campers are expected to behave in a helpful and polite manner, follow the instructions of the Camping Leader and adhere to all park rules and guidelines. The safety and offering a fund experience for all campers are a top priority. Non compliance can result in being escorted of the park premises.
Do not bring: weapons, fireworks or other potentially dangerous items.

THE FRIENDS OF CAPE FLORIDA's mission is to protect and enhance the park’s natural resources and its cultural heritage, including the iconic Cape Florida Lighthouse—while creating meaningful opportunities for learning, recreation, and connection.

HOW YOU CAN HELP Become a Member of the Friends, sign up as Lighthouse Ambassador or make a donation to strengthen our programs and educational projects. All funding to the FOCF is directly applied to projects in the park. All donations are tax deductible as allowed by the law.

Learn more about the Cape Florida Lighthouse and the Friends of Cape Florida. Watch our EMMY winning Documentary "200 Years of Cape Florida Lighthouse".

BECOME A LIGHTHOUSE AMBASSADOR: https://friendscapeflorida.org/Ambassadorships

BECOME A MEMBER
https://www.friendscapeflorida.org/Support-Us

MAKE A DONATION
https://friendscapeflorida.org/Give

This event is sponsored by the Friends of Cape Florida Inc.

Bill Baggs 2027 Family & Youth Camping Adventure (02/06/2027)

Sat, 06 Feb 2027 20:00:00 GMT

Family Camping from 3:00 PM Saturday February 6th to 10:00AM on Sunday February 7th.

Join us for a wonderful opportunity to overnight at Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park and experience nature and all the park has to offer.

SAVE THE DATE: This will fill up quickly! Tickets on Eventbrite in December.

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

Tickets are required for all campers ($ 20). Directions to the location will be shared when you arrive at the park entry gate.
Minimum age recommended for campers: 6 years
All campers under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian.
For safety of all participants, all campers (child, youth, adult) must check in, show ticket to receive and wear an event wrist band.
Service Project is part of the event. All campers area expected to participate with the clean up service project on Sunday morning.

WHAT TO BRING:

Tent and camping gear
Dinner and Breakfast food for your group.
Headlamps & bug spray
Re-usable plates, utensils, re-fillable water bottles (please bring plenty of water)
Clothing appropriate for outdoor play and activities.
Food for dinner and breakfast.
Christmas trees for the campfire.
Anything to make your night comfortable (blankets, treats, toothbrush, comfort items).

SCHEDULE & ACTIVITIES

3PM CHECK IN: You must check in to receive one wristband per paid camper.
3PM - 5PM: Tent set up.
ACTIVITIES: Fishing (bring bait), walking, bicycling etc.
5:30PM Sunset Walk begins
6:30PM Campfire - Smores and more....
7PM - 8:30PM Dinner
8:30PM SPIDER WALK! (Bring a strong headlamp!)

WHAT WILL BE PROVIDED:

Youth Camp Ground, camping platforms, bonfire place, pristine nature all around.
All that's needed for yummy S'mores!
Potable water
Restrooms (about 400 yards walk / 6-8 minutes walk).
A whole lot of fu!

SAFETY AND CONDUCT:

Place all food inside cars or secure containers at night. (Do not feed racoons).
This is a family and community event for the enjoyment of all participants. Campers are expected to behave in a helpful and polite manner, follow the instructions of the Camping Leader and adhere to all park rules and guidelines. The safety and offering a fund experience for all campers are a top priority. Non compliance can result in being escorted of the park premises.
Do not bring: weapons, fireworks or other potentially dangerous items.

Learn more about the Cape Florida Lighthouse and the Friends of Cape Florida. Watch our EMMY winning Documentary "200 Years of Cape Florida Lighthouse".

BECOME A LIGHTHOUSE AMBASSADOR: https://friendscapeflorida.org/Ambassadorships

BECOME A MEMBER
https://www.friendscapeflorida.org/Support-Us

MAKE A DONATION
https://friendscapeflorida.org/Give

This event is sponsored by the Friends of Cape Florida Inc.

8th Annual Full Moon Party - The Party of all Parties! (02/20/2027)

Sun, 21 Feb 2027 00:00:00 GMT

8th annual FULL MOON PARTY

Saturday, FEBRUARY 20, 2026 7:00PM - 11:00PM

The Party of All Parties - 60 Years of Bill Baggs Park

Ticket Sales start in December on Eventbrite

We're back for another epic celebration and the 60th Anniversary of the Park's opening.

Join us for a unique full moon celebration with food & drink, live musical performances, dancing & more. Experience the magic of this evening overlooking the ocean in the shadow of the historic lighthouse and be a part of its bicentennial celebration.

Our Cape Florida lighthouse is the oldest standing structure in Miami-Dade County. The windows have been replaced along with other necessary repairs. All proceeds from this event will go to repairing and upkeep of our lighthouse and keeper's cottage.

Saturday, February 20th, 7pm-11pm

Tickets include the special 2027 surprise theme bringing the park to life in spectacular ways...live entertainment by Bay Kings Band along with DJ Lupa; an array of beverages; catered cuisine; commemorative cup; and February's spectacular Full Moon by the lighthouse.

Thank you to our lead sponsor: Key Biscayne Community Foundation

The lighthouse grounds are a combination of sand, grass & gravel. Choose your shoes wisely to navigate the terrain and dance floor. Suggested attire is Casual Chic.

Reserved VIP seating available with select sponsorships.

For SPONSORSHIP info email: Events@friendscapeflorida.org.

Sponsorship Opportunities will be published in November.

VIP Tables for 10: special offer $ 2500. For benefits and perks and to RSVP and secure your table now. Events@FriendsCapeFlorida.org or TEXT 786.367.6829.

Sponsorship packages and VIP Table packages are tax deductible as allowed by the law.

Guests must be aged 21+.

Become a Lighthouse Ambassador to participate in unique members-only events. Our special programing includes sunset lighthouse viewings, fireside lectures, stargazing events, music, nature walks, movie viewings and much more.

Become a member at FriendsCapeFlorida.org/Support-Us

This event is sponsored by the Friends of Cape Florida. Rain or shine. No refunds.