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A Hunter Moon Stargazing Night at Fruit and Spice Park

On Saturday, October 24, Fruit and Spice Park hosts a stargazing night under the Hunter Moon, an evening of moonlit walks and sky viewing among the tropical gardens of the Redland.

By Nanci Gilbert, PA September 28, 2026
Event · Saturday, October 24, 2026
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Fruit and Spice Park invites the community to a stargazing night on Saturday, October 24, when the Hunter Moon rises over the Redland. The park at 24801 Southwest 187th Avenue in Homestead stays open into the evening so visitors can walk the tropical gardens, find a clearing, and watch the moon climb over the fruit trees and open farmland. Late October brings the month's full moon, known as the Hunter Moon, and the Redland's dark skies make it a reliable spot for moonrise.

Why the Redland is built for moonrise

Open farmland and low buildings mean the Redland keeps its horizon clear, which is exactly what a moonrise needs. Fruit and Spice Park sits in the middle of that open landscape, with its orchards and gardens offering short walks between viewpoints. Visitors typically gather on the lawns, bring chairs or blankets, and stay for the quiet transition from sunset to moonlight. It is a gentle evening that works for families and for anyone who has been meaning to slow down.

A preview of country living in South Dade

For families weighing a move to the Redland or Homestead, an evening like this shows what the area offers beyond the commute math: dark skies, open space, and a community that gathers outdoors. The same farmland that supplies South Florida's produce becomes the setting for a simple seasonal evening. If you are considering acreage or a quieter street, a stargazing night is an honest look at the life you would be buying into.

Nanci Gilbert, PA is a South Florida realtor who guides growing families, sellers, and buyers across Miami-Dade and Broward. Questions about this topic? She answers every message within one business day.