December Things To Do

October 2024

Nature Preserve Tours – Daily

Join our naturalist staff for a hike through the Deering Estate’s protected natural areas. Along the way, learn about native plants and animals and the Cutler Burial Mound. Staff Guided Nature Preserve Tour are offered once daily at 12:30pm, October through May. All guests, including Deering Estate Foundation Members, are required to sign-up at the Main […] ...

October 1 - May 31

12:30 pm

Deering Estate, 16701 SW 72nd Avenue, Palmetto Bay Fl 33157

Marine Conservation

These homeschool classes are geared for students ages 9-14. Classes will focus on Marine Biology through a diverse array of activities. Each session includes 4 Wednesday classes in the same month, and each class is from 10 AM – 1 PM. Schedule of activities are listed below. Ages: 9-14 Time: 10 AM – 1 PM. Drop off […] ...

October 2

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Deering Estate Visitor Center, 16701 SW 72nd Avenue, Palmetto Bay Fl 33157

$80 - $100

Eco Academy

Join Homeschool at Deering Eco Academy series every first Wednesday of the month, September – May. Classes will explore the fields of wildlife biology, marine biology, ecology, and environmental science. Ages: 5 to 8 Time: 10AM – 1PM. Drop off & pickup are located at the Visitor Center. Cost: $25 per session. Spaces are limited! Wednesday, October 2, 2024 – […] ...

October 2

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

16701 SW 72nd Avenue

$25

Mini Camp (Teacher Planning Days)

Offered during select Teacher Planning Days. Every camp has a different theme and explores a different aspect of nature, allowing campers to have fun while also learning about different fields of science. Please bring lunch and snacks, refillable water bottle, closed-toe shoes, change of clothes, sunblock and bug spray, and hat and sunglasses. Ages: 6 to […] ...

October 3

8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Deering Estate Visitor Center, 16701 SW 72nd Avenue, Palmetto Bay Fl 33157

$45

Historic Kayak Adventure

Kayak through Biscayne Bay to explore the history of the surrounding area, guided by a Deering Estate Naturalist. Cost: $50 per person (members and non-members). For ages 18 & older. Recommended for intermediate paddlers. Space is limited! Registration online only. All kayaks are two seat / tandem kayaks. We recommend purchasing tickets in sets of […] ...

October 5

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

$50

Bird Walk

The Deering Estate is part of the Biscayne Bay IBA (Important Bird Area) recognized as a globally important habitat for the conservation of bird populations. Search for some of the Deering Estate’s estimated 170 resident and migratory bird species. Watch for ibises, herons, egrets and other shorebirds in and around the shallow coastal waters. Bugs & […] ...

October 12

7:30 am - 10:00 am

Deering Estate Visitor Center, 16701 SW 72nd Avenue, Palmetto Bay Fl 33157

$20

Community Action Days

These one-day events at the Deering Estate take place on the second Saturday of the month throughout the year and are perfect for individuals who are looking to volunteer for a few hours each month. October 12, 2024 November 9, 2024 December 14, 2024 January 11, 2025 February 8, 2025 March 8, 2025 April 12, […] ...

October 12

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Deering Estate, 16701 SW 72nd Avenue, Palmetto Bay Fl 33157

Frontal view of the Visitor Center from the parking lot

Conservation Workshop Series

On Sunday, October 13th, join us for the next Conservation workshop “Butterflies in Your Backyard.” Do you have an interest in finding and identifying butterflies in South Florida? Butterflies in your Backyard introduces attendees to the specific butterflies they could expect to find in their zip code, according to the types of habitats that exist […] ...

October 13

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

$0-$5

Clear Kayak Adventure

Depart from Deering Estate’s boat basin on a guided clear kayak tour of Biscayne Bay. Our transparent vessels give you an up close and uninhibited view of the marine life below as you paddle over sea-grass beds and head into a mangrove forest. Wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable paddling clothing that can get wet, bug […] ...

October 20

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

$50

November 2024

Historic Kayak Adventure

Kayak through Biscayne Bay to explore the history of the surrounding area, guided by a Deering Estate Naturalist. Cost: $50 per person (members and non-members). For ages 18 & older. Recommended for intermediate paddlers. Space is limited! Registration online only. All kayaks are two seat / tandem kayaks. We recommend purchasing tickets in sets of […] ...

November 2

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

$50

Mini Camp (Teacher Planning Days)

Offered during select Teacher Planning Days. Every camp has a different theme and explores a different aspect of nature, allowing campers to have fun while also learning about different fields of science. Please bring lunch and snacks, refillable water bottle, closed-toe shoes, change of clothes, sunblock and bug spray, and hat and sunglasses. Ages: 6 to […] ...

November 5

8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Deering Estate Visitor Center, 16701 SW 72nd Avenue, Palmetto Bay Fl 33157

$45

Eco Academy

Join Homeschool at Deering Eco Academy series every first Wednesday of the month, September – May. Classes will explore the fields of wildlife biology, marine biology, ecology, and environmental science. Ages: 5 to 8 Time: 10AM – 1PM. Drop off & pickup are located at the Visitor Center. Cost: $25 per session. Spaces are limited! Wednesday, October 2, 2024 – […] ...

November 6

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

16701 SW 72nd Avenue

$25

Bird Walk

The Deering Estate is part of the Biscayne Bay IBA (Important Bird Area) recognized as a globally important habitat for the conservation of bird populations. Search for some of the Deering Estate’s estimated 170 resident and migratory bird species. Watch for ibises, herons, egrets and other shorebirds in and around the shallow coastal waters. Bugs & […] ...

November 9

7:30 am - 10:00 am

Deering Estate Visitor Center, 16701 SW 72nd Avenue, Palmetto Bay Fl 33157

$20

Community Action Days

These one-day events at the Deering Estate take place on the second Saturday of the month throughout the year and are perfect for individuals who are looking to volunteer for a few hours each month. October 12, 2024 November 9, 2024 December 14, 2024 January 11, 2025 February 8, 2025 March 8, 2025 April 12, […] ...

November 9

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Deering Estate, 16701 SW 72nd Avenue, Palmetto Bay Fl 33157

Frontal view of the Visitor Center from the parking lot

Conservation Workshop Series

On Sunday, October 13th, join us for the next Conservation workshop “Butterflies in Your Backyard.” Do you have an interest in finding and identifying butterflies in South Florida? Butterflies in your Backyard introduces attendees to the specific butterflies they could expect to find in their zip code, according to the types of habitats that exist […] ...

November 10

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

$0-$5

Clear Kayak Adventure

Depart from Deering Estate’s boat basin on a guided clear kayak tour of Biscayne Bay. Our transparent vessels give you an up close and uninhibited view of the marine life below as you paddle over sea-grass beds and head into a mangrove forest. Wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable paddling clothing that can get wet, bug […] ...

November 17

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

$50

Mini Camp (Teacher Planning Days)

Offered during select Teacher Planning Days. Every camp has a different theme and explores a different aspect of nature, allowing campers to have fun while also learning about different fields of science. Please bring lunch and snacks, refillable water bottle, closed-toe shoes, change of clothes, sunblock and bug spray, and hat and sunglasses. Ages: 6 to […] ...

November 25

8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Deering Estate Visitor Center, 16701 SW 72nd Avenue, Palmetto Bay Fl 33157

$45

Mini Camp (Teacher Planning Days)

Offered during select Teacher Planning Days. Every camp has a different theme and explores a different aspect of nature, allowing campers to have fun while also learning about different fields of science. Please bring lunch and snacks, refillable water bottle, closed-toe shoes, change of clothes, sunblock and bug spray, and hat and sunglasses. Ages: 6 to […] ...

November 26

8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Deering Estate Visitor Center, 16701 SW 72nd Avenue, Palmetto Bay Fl 33157

$45

Historic Holidays: Caroling through the Season

This year, the Deering Estate invites you to step back in time and experience the magic of the season with “Historic Holidays: Caroling through the Season.” The Richmond Cottage, as well as the first floor and basement of the Stone House , with surrounding outdoor areas of the Estate will come alive with the nostalgic […] ...

November 29 - January 7

10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Deering Estate, 16701 SW 72nd Avenue, Palmetto Bay Fl 33157

$10-$18

December 2024

Marine Conservation

These homeschool classes are geared for students ages 9-14. Classes will focus on Marine Biology through a diverse array of activities. Each session includes 4 Wednesday classes in the same month, and each class is from 10 AM – 1 PM. Schedule of activities are listed below. Ages: 9-14 Time: 10 AM – 1 PM. Drop off […] ...

December 4

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Deering Estate Visitor Center, 16701 SW 72nd Avenue, Palmetto Bay Fl 33157

$80 - $100

Eco Academy

Join Homeschool at Deering Eco Academy series every first Wednesday of the month, September – May. Classes will explore the fields of wildlife biology, marine biology, ecology, and environmental science. Ages: 5 to 8 Time: 10AM – 1PM. Drop off & pickup are located at the Visitor Center. Cost: $25 per session. Spaces are limited! Wednesday, October 2, 2024 – […] ...

December 4

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

16701 SW 72nd Avenue

$25

Silent Night

Experience this year’s Holiday Décor, Historic Holidays: Caroling through the Season in the evening on select dates throughout December. Wednesday, December 4, 2024 Tuesday, December 10, 2024 Wednesday, December 18, 2024 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. All is calm, all is bright, as the night comes to life at Deering Estate with twinkling lights and […] ...

December 4

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Deering Estate, 16701 SW 72nd Avenue, Palmetto Bay Fl 33157

Winter on the Bay at Deering Estate

Join us on Friday, December 6th for “Winter on the Bay” at Deering Estate presented by Commissioner Danielle Cohen Higgins and Deering Estate. Kick-off the Holiday Season of Events at Deering Estate and enjoy a fun and festive community event for all ages! Enjoy food, games and activities. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy […] ...

December 6

5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Free

Historic Kayak Adventure

Kayak through Biscayne Bay to explore the history of the surrounding area, guided by a Deering Estate Naturalist. Cost: $50 per person (members and non-members). For ages 18 & older. Recommended for intermediate paddlers. Space is limited! Registration online only. All kayaks are two seat / tandem kayaks. We recommend purchasing tickets in sets of […] ...

December 7

10:00 am - 1:00 pm

$50

Holiday Bay Cruise

Take a break from holiday shopping and enjoy a relaxing daytime cruise on Biscayne Bay that departs from Deering Estate on the Pelican Skipper, a comfortable riding 45 foot Corinthian catamaran. Enjoy a glass of complimentary champagne (ages 21+) as you disembark and explore the Deering Estate grounds. The vessel complies with Coast Guard Regulations […] ...

December 8

11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Deering Estate, 16701 SW 72nd Avenue, Palmetto Bay Fl 33157

$65

Frontal view of the Visitor Center from the parking lot

Conservation Workshop Series

On Sunday, October 13th, join us for the next Conservation workshop “Butterflies in Your Backyard.” Do you have an interest in finding and identifying butterflies in South Florida? Butterflies in your Backyard introduces attendees to the specific butterflies they could expect to find in their zip code, according to the types of habitats that exist […] ...

December 8

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

$0-$5

Silent Night

Experience this year’s Holiday Décor, Historic Holidays: Caroling through the Season in the evening on select dates throughout December. Wednesday, December 4, 2024 Tuesday, December 10, 2024 Wednesday, December 18, 2024 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. All is calm, all is bright, as the night comes to life at Deering Estate with twinkling lights and […] ...

December 10

5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Deering Estate, 16701 SW 72nd Avenue, Palmetto Bay Fl 33157

Mistletoe & Martinis

The Deering Estate Foundation will host its 7th-annual Mistletoe & Martinis, a signature holiday event on Friday, December 13, 2024 from 7:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. at the Deering Estate. This sophisticated soirée is the estate’s signature holiday event. Join us for an enchanting evening as the Deering Estate comes alive with the sights, sounds […] ...

December 13

7:30 pm - 11:00 pm

Bird Walk

The Deering Estate is part of the Biscayne Bay IBA (Important Bird Area) recognized as a globally important habitat for the conservation of bird populations. Search for some of the Deering Estate’s estimated 170 resident and migratory bird species. Watch for ibises, herons, egrets and other shorebirds in and around the shallow coastal waters. Bugs & […] ...

December 14

7:30 am - 10:00 am

Deering Estate Visitor Center, 16701 SW 72nd Avenue, Palmetto Bay Fl 33157

$20

Community Action Days

These one-day events at the Deering Estate take place on the second Saturday of the month throughout the year and are perfect for individuals who are looking to volunteer for a few hours each month. October 12, 2024 November 9, 2024 December 14, 2024 January 11, 2025 February 8, 2025 March 8, 2025 April 12, […] ...

December 14

9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Deering Estate, 16701 SW 72nd Avenue, Palmetto Bay Fl 33157

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