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Patti Roth, the editor of Fort Lauderdale on the Cheap, scouts out state and national deals, discounts and coupons for our readers, finding the real deals and presenting them in an easy-to-read format. A veteran newspaper and magazine writer and a longtime South Florida resident, she has written for The Miami Herald, The Sun-Sentinel in Fort Lauderdale, Florida Travel and Life, E Environmental Magazine, Dog Fancy, Cat Fancy, US Architecture and Earth911.com. Send your cheap tips to her at info@fortlauderdaleonthecheap.com.

Groove to the rhythms of reggae, Afro beats and dancehall at the AfroCarib Festival in Miramar. The festival featuring live performances in 2026 is 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, February 28. General admission tickets are free, with VIP options and prepaid parking at $12.50 available. Even though general admission is free, you still need …

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Entry is free for Rhythm by the River event in Fort Lauderdale, which features live performances, games and food trucks. The Rhythm By The River festival, celebrating local voices, is 2 p.m. Sunday, February 22, 2026, at Esplanade Park on the delightful Riverwalk promenade. Performers and activities include these and others  Luigi Arredondo Sextet, jazz, …

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It’s a parade! Youth Day Parade in Oakland Park includes not only a parade, but other free festivities, including rides and live entertainment. The 2026 theme is Cartoon Carnival. Costumes are encouraged. Oakland Park Youth Day Parade in 2026 is March 7,  starting at Jacob Pastorius Park, then moving south on Dixie Highway, west on …

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Hollywood is featuring its annual Party On The J block party on Johnson Street with an international vibe. The event in 2026 is rescheduled to noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, February 22, from 58th to 59th avenues. The event was rescheduled from its original date because of cold weather. The event includes live music, food, …

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Festival organizers, libraries and galleries in Broward offer engaging events, live entertainment & exhibits focusing on Black History. Lots of events, performances and exhibits are featured in February  for Black History Month.  Plenty of the events are free. There are also Black History Month events in Palm Beach County, some of which are worth traveling …

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Old Town in Pompano Beach is the venue for free Backyard Jam events featuring local and regional bands. The events are 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. select third Fridays and entry is free. Entertainment  includes: February 20. Acoustic Fingers March 20. Revibe April 17. Spider Cherry    May 15. Joey Calderaio June 9 The venue is …

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Go outside for lunch and delight in the sounds of a live band.  Noon Tunes events in 2026 are noon to 1:30 p.m. Wednesdays in February and March featuring live music at Ward Plaza in Fort Lauderdale. The lunch break entertainment is at 420 SE Sixth Avenue, Fort Lauderdale. Bands include: February 4: Big Harvest …

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Rock out with free live performances in Hollywood during the Hollywood West Concert Series. Bands are featured at Boulevard Heights amphitheater, 6770 Garfield St., Hollywood 33024. Events include 7 p.m. February 21. Miami Co. featuring Latin, jazz and pop. Parking is free. Dial 954-921-3404 for information. Bring a blanket or portable seat. Sign up for the South Florida …

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 Flippers theater in Hollywood features $5 ticket deals.  Flippers movie theater and arcade offers $5 movies Wednesdays.  The deal does not apply to new releases, special showings or  3D movies.  The $5 offer does not apply to holidays. Flippers theater and arcade is at 7001 Taft St., Hollywood 33024. Sign up for the South Florida …

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Shop for fresh produce, prepared foods, vintage treasures, art, decor and other items from South Florida vendors, farmers and artisans at the many farmers’ markets and vendor fairs in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. The South Florida farmers markets and vendor fairs often include opportunities for extra fun and entertainment like yoga, live music, …

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Interactive and exciting, Ignite Broward features immersive light, sound and projection art displays in Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood and Dania Beach. The events and displays are free. Ignite Broward in 2026 is February 13-22 at different venues. The displays feature the work of local, national  and  international artists and designers using impressive technology for 3D projection …

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