Get Those Photo Albums Out—Parrot Jungle Memories Wanted!

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Get those Photo Albums Out – We Want Your Photos!
Before Pinecrest Gardens, there was Parrot Jungle—and the memories are still flying. From family outings and special events to behind-the-scenes moments, we’re searching for photos that capture the spirit of those early days. If you have a snapshot of you or family holding a color macaw or other photo of your visit to Parrot Jungle, we’d love to see them.

Please share your
photos by emailing them to events@pinecrestgardens.org. As part of the 30th Anniversary of Village of Pinecrest, we’re building a historical exhibition. Photos submitted may be utilized in a future exhibit at the gardens.

PERFORMING ARTS

The Zest Collective: Roots of Jazz, Icons in Motion
Saturday, February 28, 8 p.m.
Witness a dance performance honoring Black artists who shaped jazz history. Presented during Black History Month, the program blends history, emotion, and artistry into a powerful tribute featuring works inspired by legends such as Josephine Baker and Dinah Washington.

Latin 2 Piano: A Fuego Lento
Sunday, March 1, 4 p.m.
Dranoff 2 Piano Fusion presents a celebration of Latin America with Venezuelan pianists Vanessa Perez and Kristhyan Benítez. Enjoy innovative 2 piano arrangements of timeless music by legendary Latin songwriters for a sensational concert featuring nostalgic songs like “Gracias a la Vida” by Violeta Parra, “Moliendo Café” by Hugo Blanco, “Bésame Mama” by Poncho Sanchez, “A Fuego Lento” by Horacio Salgan and the famous “Danzon no. 2” by Arturo Márquez, among many others.

Tropical Nights: Chirino Acústico
Friday, March 6 and Saturday, March 7, 8 p.m.
Grammy-winning Cuban singer Willy Chirino graces the stage at Pinecrest Gardens for a special acoustic performance featuring his daughters. “Chirino Acústico” is a unique musical journey through a playlist that blends traditional Cuban music with American and British classics of the sixties through the nineties. From Beny Moré and Celia Cruz to Elton John and Billy Joel, sung by Latin music icon Willy Chirino and his five talented daughters. What makes this family fest even more exciting is that every instrument in the show is also played by the very talented family—imagine a musical “¿Qué Pasa, USA?”

YOUTH PROGRAMS

Taste of the Tropics Student Artist Reception
Saturday, February 28, 10 a.m.
Explore a student art exhibition presented in partnership with Miami-Dade County Public Schools’ Visual Arts Department. Using 2-D and 3-D artwork, students explore the Everglades’ diverse habitats, native wildlife, and delicate environmental balance. On display through March 10.

Parent & Me
Weekdays, 10 and 11 a.m.
Toddlers ages 1 to 3 explore movement, creativity, and confidence through themed daily classes taught by Pinecrest Dance Project.

Homeschool Co-School with Paper Tree House
Wednesdays, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
This 8-week program offers a variety of topics for homeschoolers ages 5 and up, from logic games to science with animal encounters.

MORE WAYS TO ENJOY PINECREST GARDENS

Pinecrest Farmers Market
Sundays, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Stroll the popular market and find fresh produce, artisanal goods and handmade items. Start your morning with free community yoga sponsored by Baptist Health from 8:30 to 9 a.m.

Purchase an Annual Pass
Make 2026 a year of discovery with a Pinecrest Gardens membership. Enjoy year-round access, event discounts, and more.

Book Your 2026 Events
Plan your special 2026 events in our idyllic garden setting. Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering or a large celebration, our indoor and outdoor venues promise a memorable experience.

 

 

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