Family Recreation in Pembroke Pines

The ultimate family recreation destination in Pembroke Pines. Paradise Cove water park features water slides, a lazy river, and a kids' splash zone (seasonal, typically March–October). The 18-hole mini golf course is fun for all ages. A stocked fishing lake (Florida fishing license required for adults), paved bike and walking trails, basketball and tennis courts, and picnic pavilions with grills make it easy to spend an entire day here. The park also has an RV campground if you want to make it an overnight adventure.

The City of Pembroke Pines Parks & Recreation department runs organized sports leagues year-round — youth soccer, basketball, baseball, flag football, and cheerleading, plus adult softball, basketball, and pickleball leagues. Seasonal family events include movies in the park, holiday celebrations, and community festivals. Multiple recreation centers across the city offer fitness classes, open gym, and drop-in activities.

Public skating sessions throughout the week — a uniquely South Florida family activity. The Friday and Saturday evening sessions with music and lights draw an older crowd, while weekend afternoon sessions are more family-oriented. Rental skates included in admission. The cafe offers hot drinks and snacks. Also home to youth and adult hockey leagues if you're looking for a more competitive outlet.

40 lanes of bowling with automatic scoring, bumper lanes for kids, and ball ramps for the youngest bowlers. The arcade has a good mix of ticket-redemption games and video games. Billiards area for older kids and adults. Full-service bar and grill — surprisingly good pizza and wings. Sunday family specials are the best value, and cosmic bowling (Friday/Saturday nights) adds black lights and a DJ.

An open-air lifestyle center that doubles as a casual family outing destination. The central plaza has a small splash pad where kids can cool off (bring a change of clothes). Multiple family-friendly restaurants with outdoor seating — Village Tavern, Brio Tuscan Grille, and BurgerFi are popular with families. Live music on select weekends. Plenty of free parking and stroller-friendly pathways.

A 138-acre Broward County regional park in Hollywood featuring Castaway Island water playground (kids' water features, zero-depth entry), a swimming lagoon, paddle boat rentals, fishing piers, tennis courts, bike paths, and picnic pavilions. About 20 minutes from Pembroke Pines — a great alternative to C.B. Smith when you want to mix it up. RV campground on site.