Peacock Park

Situated on more than 9 acres, Peacock Park offers loads of family-friendly outdoor and indoor recreational opportunities. Outdoor facilities include a basketball court, softball field, soccer fields, playground and a large open multi-purpose field used for a variety of activities like kickball. For indoor entertainment, head over to the recreation building for a game of ping-pong or foosball. There are also five computer workstations and free wifi available.

Boardwalk over the Bay

Need a place to relax? The boardwalk bridge overlooking Biscayne Bay is the perfect spot to feel the ocean breeze on your face and take in stunning views of the bay. Indulge in a free yoga class or have dinner at independently owned Glass and Vine inside the park's Glass House.

Coconut Grove Arts Festival

Every February, Peacock Park hosts musical performances on its open field during the annual Coconut Grove Arts Festival. For smaller-scale events, the recreation building is available to rent for parties of 40 or less.

Park History

With its open view of Biscayne Bay, plenty of recreational options and a lovely canopy of trees to relax and play under, it’s no wonder Peacock Park is a popular gathering spot in Coconut Grove. With a storied history that dates back to 1883, Peacock Park sits on what was once the site of the area's first hotel – Bay View Inn. Its owners, Charles and Isabella Peacock, later renamed the hotel to the Peacock Inn and allowed it to serve as the first venue for local Miami community gatherings. In recognition of the couple’s contribution to the area, the park site was renamed Peacock Park in 1973.

The earliest black community on the South Florida mainland began in the area in the late 1870s. A black community, mostly from the Bahamas, came via Key West to work at the Peacock Inn. Their first-hand experience with tropical plants, agriculture, and building materials proved invaluable to the development of Coconut Grove.

Visiting the Park

Check with the park for hours and amenity availability.