Spring Signals in Miami Real Estate
April in Miami is a great time of year. The weather is still beautiful, the city is buzzing, and there’s always something fun going on. From Miami Beach Pride and the Miami Film Festival to outdoor dining, beach days, and spring events around town, it’s that perfect window before the summer heat sets in. On the real estate side, activity is picking up as we move through the spring market. We’re seeing more options come online, while demand remains strong, especially for homes that are well priced and show well. With major events like the Miami Grand Prix around the corner, there’s also added attention from out-of-town buyers and renters. As always, I’m here if you need anything at all, real estate-related or otherwise.
THIS MONTH IN MIAMI
Disney On Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party
Apr 16–19, various showtimes
Watsco Center, 1245 Dauer Dr, Coral Gables
A high-energy Disney show with Mickey and friends, music, and big set pieces, running multiple performances through the weekend.
Polishing Pinecrest Recycling Event
Apr 18, 8AM–12PM
Evelyn Greer Park, 8200 SW 124th St, Pinecrest
A free, drive-thru recycling event for electronics, household chemicals, and clothing, offering an easy way to safely dispose of items and support local sustainability efforts.
BATTLE OF THE BUNS
Apr 18, 5PM–8PM
Coral Reef Park, 7895 SW 152nd St, Palmetto Bay
A lively burger competition with backyard chefs and local pros competing for cash prizes, with live music, food for purchase, and a fun evening in the park.
Kids JAMM at PAMM
Apr 19, 10AM–1PM
Pérez Art Museum Miami, 1103 Biscayne Blvd, Miami
A hands-on, family-friendly morning of artmaking, performances, and interactive gallery experiences designed to spark creativity for kids and adults alike, all in support of PAMM’s arts education programs.
Arbor Day Celebration in Pinecrest
Apr 24, 10AM–12PM
Coral Pine Park, 6955 SW 104th St, Pinecrest
Join Village Council Members for an Arbor Day celebration featuring a community tree planting and free saplings for residents to take home, helping grow and preserve Pinecrest’s tree canopy.
Palmetto Bay Spring Recycling Drive-Thru
Apr 25, 10AM–1PM
Village Hall Parking Lot, 9705 E. Hibiscus St, Palmetto Bay
A convenient drive-thru event for safely recycling electronics, household hazardous waste, plastic bags, and clothing. Open to residents and businesses with proof of residency.
Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix
May 1–3, various times
Miami International Autodrome at Hard Rock Stadium, 347 Don Shula Dr, Miami Gardens
A high-energy race weekend featuring a Sprint format with action across all three days, including a Saturday sprint race and Sunday’s 57-lap Grand Prix, plus fan experiences, viewing zones, and hospitality throughout the campus.
PGA TOUR: Cadillac Championship
Apr 29-May 3
Trump National Doral, 4400 NW 87th Ave, Miami, FL 33178
Professional golf returns to Doral as the PGA TOUR brings the Miami Championship back to the iconic Blue Monster, featuring top players, a $20 million purse, and four days of fan-friendly experiences.
LITTLE JAM FEST
May 16, 12PM–6PM
University of Miami Student Center Complex, 1330 Miller Dr, Miami
A family-friendly day of live music, performances, and interactive activities hosted by Jam with Jamie, with play zones, character appearances, and fun for all ages.
Palmetto Bay Artisan & Farmer’s Market
Sundays, 10AM–4PM, spring 2026
Coral Reef Park, 7895 SW 152nd St, Palmetto Bay
The weekly open-air market is back, featuring local vendors, fresh produce, baked goods, crafts, and more. It’s an easy way to support small businesses while enjoying a Sunday in the park.
NEW IN DINING
Van Leeuwen
Brickell
Van Leeuwen has arrived at Mary Brickell Village, bringing its cult-favorite ice cream to Miami along with the brand’s first-ever frozen yogurt offerings.
Le Specialità Café & Market
Coconut Grove
Located at Mr. C Residences, this Italian café and market by the Cipriani family serves espresso, pastries, and traditional Italian dishes.
Grand Public Kitchen & Bar
Coconut Grove
A new restaurant is in the works at the former Planta space on CocoWalk. Details are forthcoming as the concept from Uniq Hospitality takes shape.
Fuku
Coral Gables
David Chang’s cult-favorite fried chicken concept brings its signature spicy sandwiches and craveable comfort sides to Miracle Mile.
Mottai Sushi
Coral Gables
A sleek new addition to Miracle Mile, where a marble sushi counter sets the scene for creative rolls and omakase-style bites, ideal for date night.
La Traila Barbecue
South Miami
A Texas-born barbecue favorite lands in South Miami on April 15, serving brisket, ribs, and rare-for-Miami breakfast tacos, plus late-night bites and a full bar.
South Florida Insider
New Rooftop Padel in South Miami
A five-court padel facility is set to open atop a municipal parking garage, bringing the fast-growing sport to a walkable area where players can head straight to dinner, coffee, or shops nearby.
Palmetto Bay Introduces Smarter Street Parking
A new on-street parking program has rolled out in Palmetto Bay in partnership with the Miami Parking Authority, featuring pay-by-app meters, grace periods, and clearer no-parking zones. The goal is to improve turnover for local businesses, reduce congestion, and make streets safer and easier to navigate.
Waymo Driverless Cars Arrive in Miami
Waymo’s driverless vehicles are now offering rides across parts of Miami, including Coconut Grove, Coral Gables, Brickell, and Wynwood, with service already stretching over the causeway into Miami Beach, Surfside, Bal Harbour, and south Sunny Isles.
Kirk Munroe Park Redesign Moves Forward
After years of talk, plans for a refreshed Kirk Munroe Park in Coconut Grove are taking shape, with updated green space, improved public areas, and funding tied to nearby development along Grand Avenue.
Pinecrest Parks Get a Refresh
Major improvements are nearing completion at Coral Pine Park, with new courts, walking paths, and expanded amenities set to open this spring. At Gary Matzner Park, construction is also progressing, with a new playground, lighting, and improved paths taking shape ahead of a summer debut.
A New Kind of Golf Experience Comes to Coral Gables
Opening at The Plaza Coral Gables, Five Iron Golf’s 30,000 sqft flagship blends golf simulators, bowling, dining, and nightlife into an all-day, all-skill-level destination.
Coco’s Corner:
Hi! It’s me, Coco!
We live in Miami so we’re pretty much always outside, which is why I think it’s really important to help take care of the Earth! I learned that instead of just throwing things away, we can recycle them or give them to other people. It’s like sharing your stuff and helping the planet at the same time!
Here are some easy things I learned:
- Don’t throw out old clothes and shoes someone else might love them!
- Plastic bags go back to the store, not in the regular trash
- Phones, cords, and batteries need special recycling
- Squish your boxes so they don’t take up too much space
- And if you’re not sure… just leave it out so you don’t mess up the recycling
Also, Earth Day is this month and there’s a really fun party called EarthFest with music, crafts, and lots of fun stuff about helping the planet. I really want to go.
Let’s help take care of the Earth because it’s our home!
