Patti Roth

Sweet potato pie. Performances. Food vendors. Juneteenth festivities in Pompano Beach include the Blues and Sweet Potato Pie Festival. In 2026, the festival is 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 13, and entry is free. It’s at Apollo Park, 1580 NW Third  Avenue, Pompano Beach 33060. The event includes games and face painting for …

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, June 14, woodwind quintet 4 p.m. Sunday, July 12,  string quartet 4 p.m Sunday, August 16, brass quintet  4 p.m Sunday, September 13, pops music …

The South Florida Adventure Pass offers unlimited entry for five South Florida attractions with a summer package price. This year’s pass adds Zoo Miami to the four Broward attractions that are participating. For one price, you’ll receive entry to the five attractions as often as you want to go. The ticket in 2026 is valid …

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 bird watching gear. Use your library account number. Obtaining a library account is free for eligible residents.  Broward libraries loan  Digital tablets for ages 18 …

Hollywood ArtsPark is a delightful venue for free live entertainment.  ArtsPark is a popular outdoor oasis in the downtown district on Hollywood Boulevard and Federal Highway. Featured events in  2026 include 7 p.m. Saturday, June 6 reggae flair is featured with bands including SunDub, Kaylan Arnold, Easy Star All Stars 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. …

Events showcasing sleek sporty vehicles, vintage rides and intriguing exotics are popular in South Florida.  Many auto shows & exhibits are free for spectators. If you’re displaying vehicles, you may nab discounts on registration fees if you register early. Prior to venturing out, it’s wise to phone or refer to social pages to verify event …

Popular Jazz Brunch events offer an afternoon of free outdoor entertainment along scenic Riverwalk in Fort Lauderdale. The events are usually 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on first Sundays, with performers at different points along Riverwalk and Esplanade Park, 400 SW 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale. Jazz Brunch If you’d like, bring your own picnic or …

Order fare from food trucks, groove to live entertainment and peruse spiffy vehicles on display at Hot Rods & Hot Dogs event in Coconut Creek.  Hot Rods & Hot Dogs in 2026 is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 13, and entry is free with food available for purchase. The venue is the community …

Lauderhill is hosting events that fit right in with excitement about the FIFA World Cup tournament, June 11 through July 19, 2o26, in Miami and other venues around the world.  Lauderhill is hosting several events the weekend of June 6-7. Free events in Lauderhill include  One event is 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.  Saturday, June …

You can hear your favorite local bands perform at the monthly Sounds at Sundown concerts in Margate. Entry is free. What: Sounds at Sundown Music: 6 p.m. the first Saturday of the month (except July and August) Food trucks: Food for purchase from food trucks starting at 5 p.m.  Where: Margate Sports, 1695 Banks Road, …

For another kind of nightlife, try an evening nature walk at a Broward park.  Some parks occasionally offer night hikes in forests, prairies, on shorelines and other intriguing outdoor spaces. On the tour, you’ll savor distinctive nocturnal sights, scents and sounds of evenings in the wild. It’s a nice idea for a romantic date, fun …