Aventura Founders Day Features Stilt Walkers And Jugglers

AVENTURA, FL — Stilt walkers and jugglers are on the VIP list for Sunday's annual Founders Day celebration in Aventura. The event celebrates the city's 22nd year of incorporation. The fun runs from noon to 5 p.m. at Founders Park, 3105 NE 190 Street.

"Celebrate the city's 22nd anniversary bash amidst stilt walkers, jugglers, activities, food, the Green Market, and pure entertainment," according to Aventura officials. "Enjoy a variety of outdoor and recreational activities; Participate in fun games; Get creative at the interactive art and science stations, or unleash your fun personal style in the Makeover Madness station; Share the excitement with little ones at Toddler Town; Relax under the dining tents while catching a game of football on HDTVs and feast on a bite from any of the fantastic food trucks."

The event also marks the official start of Aventura's green market and will include an Aventura STAR talent competition on the community stage.

Parking and Transportation

Free parking is available at the Aventura Government Center Parking Garage just west of Founders Park and at the Harbour Center on the corner of NE 188 Street and NE 29 Avenue.

A free shuttle service will be offered between the Harbour Centre and Founders Park from 11:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Aventura Express Shuttle Buses will operate a complimentary Founders Day schedule between all Aventura residential buildings and Founders Park from 11:30 a.m. through 5:30 p.m.

A child gets her face painted at last year's Founders Day event. Photo courtesy city of Aventura.