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• TURTLE SEASON IS HERE! Adopt-A-Nest 2025

  • Start
    03/01/2025
  • End
    10/31/2025
  • Location
    Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park, 1200 Crandon Boulevard Key Biscayne, Florida 33149

  
  

  TURTLE SEASON IS HERE!

  March 1st - October 31st 2025

  Adopt-A-Nest today!

  Adopt-A-Nest allows donors to symbolically adopt a sea turtle nest and show their support. Your sign will be placed at your nest on the beach! Send us a photo and message of your choice.

  FriendsCapeFlorida.org/ADOPT-A-TURTLE-NEST

  Click HERE to Adopt a Nest Today: $ 149.00

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• Earth Day: World Renowned CATEURA RECYCLED ORCHESTRA Performs Live

  • When
    04/27/2025
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:30 PM
  • Location
    Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park - AREA A

  EARTH DAY: LIVE CONCERT & WORKSHOP with the World Renowned CATEURA RECYCLED ORCHESTRA..

  We are collaborating with community oriented organizations and groups to boost education, art, education about "recycling, reusing and reducing" practices. This is and event for all ages and abilities.

  Free Event with Park Entry Fee. Event tickets are required and available on Eventbrite.

  DATE: Sunday, April 27, 2025

  TIME: 9AM to 12:30PM

  LOCATION: Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park AREA A

  Free Event with Park Entry Fee. TICKETS REQUIRED. Click HERE.

  
  

  WHAT TO EXPECT

  9:00 AM MEET THE ORCHESTRA. LIVE CONCERT. Meet the RECYCLED ORCHESTRA and hear their story. You can watche their inspiring documentary HERE.

  9:30 AM LIVE CONCERT by the CATEURA RECYCLED ORCHESTRA.

  10:30AM - 12:00PM

  INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP to build your own instruments from recycled materials and discarded "trash".

  FUN & ART: Enjoy art-making stations with local artists and our rangers.

  FOOD TRUCKS will offer refreshments and snacks for purchase.

  
  

  12:00PM COMMUNITY CONCERT: Play your self-made instruments and perform with the Recycled Orchestra.

  Event ends around 12:30PM.

  Guests can remain in the park and beaches, visit the lighthouse and giftshop until sundown.

  • Become a member of the Friends of Cape Florida (go to FriendsCapeFlorida.org/membership).
  • Subscribe to our newsletter to never miss what's going on in the park: FriendsCapeFlorida.org/subscribe

  Sponsored by the Friends of Cape Florida.

  Rain or shine.

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• FREE: Stargazing - Meet us in the "Park after Dark"

  • When
    04/30/2025
  •  
    7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Near Pavilion D-18; Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park, 1200 Crandon Boulevard Key Biscayne, Florida 33149

  
  

  STARGAZING

  Wednesday, April 30th, 2025,  7:30-9PM

  Free Event: Refreshments & Light Bites

  
  

  Be dazzled by our "Star Volunteers" from the South Florida Amateur Astronomers Association. Look up to greet Jupiter, Vega and Orion. NEW LOCATION:  Near Pavilion D-18 by the seawall (bring your camp chair and a flashlight).  Free Event with Park Entry. Sign Up for our Newsletter for more information! In case of cloud cover or rain, we will meet on Thursday, May 1st. Same time, same place.

  RSVP: Events@FriendsCapeFlorida.org Bring your folding chair! (We have some, but bring your own if you can). Bring your reusable cup to help us make all events zero waste.

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• Monthly Day of Action - Volunteer at the Park

  • When
    05/10/2025
  •  
    9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Pavillion C-16 (beach access 7)

  
  

  2nd Saturdays of each month: Come and join us for our MONTHLY DAY OF ACTION! We supply the gear and tools for the projects.

  The park has many needs. That's why we are now offering opportunities to volunteer beyond beach clean ups. Sign up for our Monthly Day of Action and learn how you can volunteer and help the park shine. 

  TIME: 9AM to 11AM

  LOCATION: Pavilion C-16 Beach Access 7

  Community Service Hours are available upon request.

  Please bring sunscreen, repellent and reusable water bottle! 

  SIGN UP  HERE or use the link below

  https://volunteercleanup.org/event-organizer/bill-baggs-cape-florida-state-park/

  
  

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• FinTastic Facts - Marine Fun for Everyone

  • When
    05/18/2025
  •  
    4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
  • Location
    Pavilion D-18 Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park

  FINTASTIC FACTS -

  MARINE FUN FOR EVERYONE

  Fish Identification with Gerard Loisel - all ages welcome!

  May 18, 2025 4:00PM to 5:30PM

  Free Event - No Equipment Required

  Meet by Pavilion D-18

  Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park

  
  

  
  

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• FREE: Stargazing - Meet us in the "Park after Dark"

  • When
    05/28/2025
  •  
    7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Near Pavilion D-18; Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park, 1200 Crandon Boulevard Key Biscayne, Florida 33149

  
  

  STARGAZING

  Sunday, May 28, 2025,  7:30-9PM

  Free Event: Refreshments & Light Bites

  
  

  Be dazzled by our "Star Volunteers" from the South Florida Amateur Astronomers Association. Look up to greet Jupiter, Vega and Orion. NEW LOCATION:  Near Pavilion D-18 by the seawall (bring your camp chair and a flashlight).  Sign Up for our Newsletter for more information! In case of cloud cover or rain, we will meet on Monday, May 29th. Same time, same place.

  RSVP: Events@FriendsCapeFlorida.org Bring your folding chair! (We have some, but bring your own if you can)

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• Monthly Day of Action - Volunteer at the Park

  • When
    06/14/2025
  •  
    9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Pavillion C-16 (beach access 7)

  
  

  2nd Saturdays of each month: Come and join us for our MONTHLY DAY OF ACTION! We supply the gear and tools for the projects.

  The park has many needs. That's why we are now offering opportunities to volunteer beyond beach clean ups. Sign up for our Monthly Day of Action and learn how you can volunteer and help the park shine. 

  TIME: 9AM to 11AM

  LOCATION: Pavilion C-16 Beach Access 7

  Community Service Hours are available upon request.

  Please bring sunscreen, repellent and reusable water bottle! 

  SIGN UP  HERE or use the link below

  https://volunteercleanup.org/event-organizer/bill-baggs-cape-florida-state-park/

  
  

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• 4th of July Parade - Friends of Cape Florida

  • When
    07/04/2025
  •  
    11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Village of Key Biscayne Parade - Crandon Blvd. Key Biscayne

  
  

  4th of JULY PARADE

  Join the FRIENDS OF CAPE FLORIDA Parade Float!

  We proudly support the historic Cape Florida Lighthouse and Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park
  

  Thursday, July 4th, 2025, Parade starts at 11:00AM

  Crandon Boulevard in Key Biscayne

  
  

  Participate in the float and walk the parade with us! Email us at Events@FriendsCapeFlorida

  Parade participants must be meet at 10:00AM. Location and details will be sent to all registered participants.

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• Monthly Day of Action - Volunteer at the Park

  • When
    07/12/2025
  •  
    9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Pavillion C-16 (beach access 7)

  
  

  2nd Saturdays of each month: Come and join us for our MONTHLY DAY OF ACTION! We supply the gear and tools for the projects.

  The park has many needs. That's why we are now offering opportunities to volunteer beyond beach clean ups. Sign up for our Monthly Day of Action and learn how you can volunteer and help the park shine. 

  TIME: 9AM to 11AM

  LOCATION: Pavilion C-16 Beach Access 7

  Community Service Hours are available upon request.

  Please bring sunscreen, repellent and reusable water bottle! 

  SIGN UP  HERE or use the link below

  https://volunteercleanup.org/event-organizer/bill-baggs-cape-florida-state-park/

  
  

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• National Lighthouse Day Celebration

  • When
    08/07/2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    Lighthouse Compound & Keeper's Cottage

  

  NATIONAL LIGHTHOUSE DAY

  Teach Though the Lighthouse Workshop

  Thursday, August 7th, 6pm-9:30pm. Free Refreshments & Lite Bites.

  Location: Lighthouse Compound (Free park entry and parking with membership or ticket).

  Become a member at FriendsCapeFlorida.org/Membership

  (Members must show their membership cards for free entry)

  ENJOY: amazing views, refreshments, new friends.

  BRING: your folding chair and a friend. Donations are welcome!

  EXPECT: a great time at a unique place.

  KNOW: it's turtle season... we will be extra careful using only red lights. Please be respectful of the season's restrictions.

  Thursday, August 7th, 6pm-9:30pm

  Tickets include

  • Refreshments and lite bites.
  • Free park entrance and free parking.
  • Unique after-hour access to the Cape Florida Lighthouse Compound and the spectacular sunset viewing tour.
  • Tour of the historic structure, lighthouse keeper's cottage and giftshop.
  • Giftshop will be open! Dont miss the chance to browse our merchandise.
  • Climb to the top of the historic lighthouse and breathtaking views over Downtown Miami and Stilsville.
  • Meeting like-minded folks coming together in support of the historic lighthouse and the preservation of Bill Baggs legacy.
  • Knowing you are part of a fabulous group of people helping to protect and enhance the natural and cultural resources of Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park.

  Become a member at FriendsCapeFlorida.org/Membership

  Event sponsored by the Friend of Cape Florida Inc.

  
  

  
  

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• Monthly Day of Action - Volunteer at the Park

  • When
    08/09/2025
  •  
    9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Pavillion C-16 (beach access 7)

  
  

  2nd Saturdays of each month: Come and join us for our MONTHLY DAY OF ACTION! We supply the gear and tools for the projects.

  The park has many needs. That's why we are now offering opportunities to volunteer beyond beach clean ups. Sign up for our Monthly Day of Action and learn how you can volunteer and help the park shine. 

  TIME: 9AM to 11AM

  LOCATION: Pavilion C-16 Beach Access 7

  Community Service Hours are available upon request.

  Please bring sunscreen, repellent and reusable water bottle! 

  SIGN UP  HERE or use the link below

  https://volunteercleanup.org/event-organizer/bill-baggs-cape-florida-state-park/

  
  

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• Monthly Day of Action - Volunteer at the Park

  • When
    09/13/2025
  •  
    9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Pavillion C-16 (beach access 7)

  
  

  2nd Saturdays of each month: Come and join us for our MONTHLY DAY OF ACTION! We supply the gear and tools for the projects.

  The park has many needs. That's why we are now offering opportunities to volunteer beyond beach clean ups. Sign up for our Monthly Day of Action and learn how you can volunteer and help the park shine. 

  TIME: 9AM to 11AM

  LOCATION: Pavilion C-16 Beach Access 7

  Community Service Hours are available upon request.

  Please bring sunscreen, repellent and reusable water bottle! 

  SIGN UP  HERE or use the link below

  https://volunteercleanup.org/event-organizer/bill-baggs-cape-florida-state-park/

  
  

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• Bill Baggs Birthday Bash

  • When
    09/29/2025
  • Location
    Lighthouse Compound & Keeper's Cottage

  BILL BAGGS BIRTHDAY BASH

  Details to be announced

  
  

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• Fintastic Facts

  • When
    10/05/2025

  

  FINTASTIC FACTS -

  MARINE FUN FOR EVERYONE

  Dangerous Marine Animal with Gerard Loisel

  
  

  
  

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• Monthly Day of Action - Volunteer at the Park

  • When
    10/11/2025
  •  
    9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Pavillion C-16 (beach access 7)

  
  

  2nd Saturdays of each month: Come and join us for our MONTHLY DAY OF ACTION! We supply the gear and tools for the projects.

  The park has many needs. That's why we are now offering opportunities to volunteer beyond beach clean ups. Sign up for our Monthly Day of Action and learn how you can volunteer and help the park shine. 

  TIME: 9AM to 11AM

  LOCATION: Pavilion C-16 Beach Access 7

  Community Service Hours are available upon request.

  Please bring sunscreen, repellent and reusable water bottle! 

  SIGN UP  HERE or use the link below

  https://volunteercleanup.org/event-organizer/bill-baggs-cape-florida-state-park/

  
  

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• Haunted Hike - Halloween Extravaganza

  • When
    10/18/2025
  •  
    6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location
    Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park, 1200 Crandon Boulevard Key Biscayne, Florida 33149

  
  

  HAUNTED HIKE

  Saturday, October 18, 2025  6:00PM - 10:00PM

  The most spook-tacular annual Halloween Extravaganza in Miami!

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• Monthly Day of Action - Volunteer at the Park

  • When
    11/08/2025
  •  
    9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Pavillion C-16 (beach access 7)

  
  

  2nd Saturdays of each month: Come and join us for our MONTHLY DAY OF ACTION! We supply the gear and tools for the projects.

  The park has many needs. That's why we are now offering opportunities to volunteer beyond beach clean ups. Sign up for our Monthly Day of Action and learn how you can volunteer and help the park shine. 

  TIME: 9AM to 11AM

  LOCATION: Pavilion C-16 Beach Access 7

  Community Service Hours are available upon request.

  Please bring sunscreen, repellent and reusable water bottle! 

  SIGN UP  HERE or use the link below

  https://volunteercleanup.org/event-organizer/bill-baggs-cape-florida-state-park/

  
  

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• Monthly Day of Action - Volunteer at the Park

  • When
    12/13/2025
  •  
    9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Pavillion C-16 (beach access 7)

  
  

  2nd Saturdays of each month: Come and join us for our MONTHLY DAY OF ACTION! We supply the gear and tools for the projects.

  The park has many needs. That's why we are now offering opportunities to volunteer beyond beach clean ups. Sign up for our Monthly Day of Action and learn how you can volunteer and help the park shine. 

  TIME: 9AM to 11AM

  LOCATION: Pavilion C-16 Beach Access 7

  Community Service Hours are available upon request.

  Please bring sunscreen, repellent and reusable water bottle! 

  SIGN UP  HERE or use the link below

  https://volunteercleanup.org/event-organizer/bill-baggs-cape-florida-state-park/

  
  

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• Holiday Paddleboard Flotilla - Come and Join Us!

  • When
    12/13/2025
  •  
    3:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    No Name Harbor

  
  

  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 outfits.

  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".

  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 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!

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• Bicentennial Celebration

  • When
    12/17/2025
  • Location
    Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park: Lighthouse Compound

  
  Join us for our
  BICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION

  For Sponsorships and Information on how to get involved email: 200@FriendsCapeFlorida.org

  
  

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• 2026 Youth Camping

  • Start
    01/14/2026
  • End
    01/15/2026
  • Location
    Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park - Beach Access# 7 Near the Lighthouse

  Look for more information on our Youth Camping events in January and February 2026.
  

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