Free symphony performances in Pembroke Pines
Entry is free for the Summer Symphony Series in Pembroke Pines. Delight in performances that feature artists from the South Florida Symphony Orchestra. Events in 2026 include: 4 p.m. Sunday,...
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Woofing Waters in Deerfield Beach is for the dogs
Woofing Waters Dog Park within Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield Beach offers water-spritzing features for dogs. It's a fun venue for water-loving pets and people who adore their dogs. Fees...
Belize Day features dance performances, robotics & drumming
Robotics, a Belizean dance troupe, and foods from the region are featured at Belize Day in Broward. The event in 2026 is 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 11,...
Rock out in Parkland with free events at the park
The Parks and Recreation Department in Parkland offers occasional festivals, free films and other events. Many events are free and open to the public. Events in 2026 include Eats 'N...
Groove N Grub event in Coconut Creek features a live band & food vendors
Treat yourself to live entertainment outdoors. Groove N Grub events in 2026 include 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, July 11, with the Shane Duncan Band, a popular party band....
Water parks, water playgrounds and pools in Broward, including deals
Pools, water parks and water playgrounds in Broward offer refreshing fun. Some venues, especially municipal pools, offer entry without spending a wad of money. You can find splash pads...
FIFA soccer ball photo ops & free FIFA soccer watch parties in Broward
Sports fans around the globe are enthusiastic about the FIFA world soccer tournament. With an international roster of teams poised for matches in June and July in different parts of the...
Driveway Friday Concert Series in Deerfield Beach
The Deerfield Beach Historical Society is hosting an outdoor Driveway Friday Concert Series once a month at the Museum and Cultural Center. The series features local performers, usually the second...
Fern Forest is ideal for nature walks & entry is free
If you're looking to soak in the outdoors in South Florida, Fern Forest in north Broward is a lush oasis for nature walks and occasional free astronomy programs with telescopes....
Free Pixar film in Sunrise & it's indoors
Pack up your favorite snacks. Sunrise is featuring an animated Pixar film from the "Toy Story" franchise. "The Toys Are Back In Town" is the featured flick 6 p.m....
Free entry for Riverwalk Tacos & Tequila Festival
Restaurants and food trucks are dishing up their versions of a favorite handheld food at Riverwalk Tacos and Tequila Festival in Fort Lauderdale. Entry is free. Tacos and other food...
Florida waives taxes for Back to School shopping including non-students
Florida is offering shoppers savings on eligible purchases of apparel, school supplies, and electronic devices including laptops, desktops and tablets. Florida Back To School sales tax holidays are events in...
Libraries loan laptops, educational toys & other gear for free
Walk into a library and walk out with a digital tablet. Or a robot. Or a Frisbee. Participating libraries in South Florida loan items like electronic devices, robotic devices and...
Putt Putt $10 deal & other discounts in Pembroke Pines
For a sporty date night or family excursion, perhaps putt putt golf is ideal for your agenda. AllGolf in Pembroke Pines features different 18-hole play areas, and a few deals...
Pro football player participates in recreation event in Pompano
Professional football player Lamar Jackson of the Baltimore Ravens is participating in a Fun Day event in Pompano Beach, where Jackson is from. Fun Day in 2026 is 11 a.m....
Welleby Park offers water playground & dog park with free entry
Welleby Park in Sunrise is sporting fun features. For kids, amenities include a nature-theme splash pad for wet fun, a playground with a rubberized safety surface, and a Safety Town...
Ideas for free & inexpensive dates in Broward
.If you appreciate frugal excursions, plenty of entertaining events, attractions and interesting activities in Broward are ideal for a delightful date. Some are free, others are relatively inexpensive. Make the...
Waterpark at T.Y. Park in Hollywood offers a discount opportunity
The waterpark at T.Y. Park in Hollywood, Castaway Island, offers opportunities for discounts and occasional extra events. Water playground and pool at T.Y. Park The waterpark at T.Y. Park includes...
Free DIY bike repair equipment in Weston
Fix flat tires, adjust brakes and do other simple repairs on your bike at DIY repair stations at 7 parks in Weston. The fixit bike repair stations, which are free...
Downtown Hollywood murals: Take a free walking tour
For a fun free outdoor activity, embark on a walking tour in downtown Hollywood. The downtown district features vibrant murals on the exteriors of structures in a quaint downtown setting....
Water Taxi in Broward offers discounts
Water Taxi on The Intracoastal Waterway runs scenic routes in Fort Lauderdale & Pompano Beach, and an express route from Fort Lauderdale to Hollywood. Information about Water Taxi and purchasing...
Flamingo Gardens in Davie offers discounts
Flamingo Gardens in Davie is a popular attraction with wildlife habitats, botanical gardens and occasional extra events and activities including festivals and live entertainment. Featured deal July 4 military...
Free food & diaper distributions & other resources
Organizations in South Florida offer free food distribution for families needing help. Some sites provide drive-through pickups, while others offer doorstep deliveries for eligible participants. Eligibility requirements vary among different...
Plantation Walk offers entertainment, events & FIFA watch parties
Free events and entertainment for kids and adults are offered at Plantation Walk, a pedestrian-friendly shopping and dining plaza in Plantation. Plantation Walk is at 321 N. University Drive, Plantation...
Food trucks in Dade, Broward and Palm Beach
For an outdoor activity with tasty fare, lots of free events in South Florida feature food trucks. Often events in Miami, Broward & greater Palm Beach include live music, fun...
Things to do Independence Day in Broward that aren't fireworks
Parades. Picnics. Water parks. Plenty of events and things to do on Fourth of July don't involve fireworks. Plenty are free. With a wide variety of things to do, it's...
Events, Festivals & Things To Do in July in Broward
Indoors and outdoors, there are plenty of free and inexpensive things to do in July in Broward. Grab a favorite beverage and pick your favorites. Free & Inexpensive events in...
Pompano skate park offers event with free skating, skating instruction & pro skaters
It's a skating spectacular with instruction for beginners and pro demonstrations at a freshly built skate park in Pompano Beach. The event in 2026 is 10 a.m. July 22 and...
July Fourth fireworks, drones & events on July 3 in Broward
If you want to see fireworks and patriotic parades, July 4 is the usual day for Fourth of July events. Some events are Friday, July 3 in Broward. Fourth of...
Free dive-in films at pool in Pompano Beach
Swim or lounge on the deck. Pompano Beach is offering free dive-in movie events. Dive-in movies at 8 p.m. in Pompano Beach in 2026 include: June 12: "Lilo & Stich"...
Painted fish pop at public places in Pompano
For a playful spin on public art displays, Pompano features a plethora of vibrant fish sculptures. Painted Pompano is a public art project that offers a variety of fish sculptures...
Waters Edge Park in Tamarac includes a book walk, fitness & water playground & entry is free
Enhance a walk in the park with a story along the way. Waters Edge Park in Tamarac features a story trail. Story trails, also referred to as story walks, are...
Use telescopes for free at Fox Observatory in West Broward
The South Florida Amateur Astronomy Association offers telescopes at Fox Observatory in Sunrise for peering into the night sky. It's a fun and frugal idea for a date, a family...
Vista View Park in Davie offers outdoor fitness equipment, playground & free weekday entry
While lots of parks in South Florida are fairly flat, Vista View Park in Davie is distinctive for its relatively tall terrain, with parts about 65 feet above sea level....
Free events for ukulele fans
If you like ukulele sing-alongs and ukulele jams, you have several opportunities to join the music in Broward. Ukulele events in 2026 10:30 a.m. fourth Thursday of every month, ukulele...
Art District Art Walk with DJ, exhibits & food vendors
Thrive Art District in Fort Lauderdale hosts a monthly (or so) Art Walk called Art Fest with art exhibits, food trucks and vendors. Entertainment is featured at the event. The...
See sea turtles in pool at environmental education venue in Hollywood
Watch a rescued turtle dine on greens. With a focus on protecting oceans and their wildlife inhabitants, Marine Environmental Education in Hollywood is open to the public with exhibits and...
Play trivia at restaurants, bars & other venues in Broward
If you and your pals like to ponder such intriguing facts as the number of toes on a sloth while sipping beer or nibbling on appetizers, several restaurants and bars in Broward...
Free birding backpacks on loan at libraries for nature hikes
For fun, free outdoor excursions, lots of people delight in nature walks in parks. For extra fun, direct your attention on birds. If you're interested in bird watching or birding, libraries...
Discounts Wednesdays at Salvation Army family stores
Eligible apparel, household items and other goods are typically half-price on Wednesdays at participating Salvation Army Family Stores in Broward. The deal is valid for lots of items at the...
Free fitness workouts at Dania Pointe
If you'd like entertainment and activities with your shopping and dining excursions, Dania Pointe plaza in Dania Beach offers free events for kids and adults. Dania Pointe is a popular...
Free recycled exterior paint for eligible Broward residents
Gallons of recycled exterior latex paint in a selection of hues are offered free to eligible Broward residents in towns participating in the program Residents can request free outdoor paint...
