Tunes 'n Trucks with Motown band, food trucks & Juneteenth vibe
Fresh air. Live music. Food trucks. Pack a blanket. Entry for Tunes 'N Trucks in Sunrise is free. Tunes 'N Trucks outdoor events in Sunrise offer free concerts and dining...
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Food trucks, vendors and lawn games at Volunteer Park in Plantation
If you're thinking about going out for dinner, perhaps you'll venture to a park. Food truck fare is featured at Volunteer Park in Plantation. Food trucks are at the park...
Free entry for Skate Park in Weston
Dust off your skates & skateboards. The town of Weston enhanced Tequesta Trace Park with a skate park that includes ramps and rails. Entry is free. The park is open...
Nab $5 deals for films at Flippers theater in Hollywood
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. ...
Davie family fun event with safety info & free entry
Safety information, bounce houses and food trucks are featured at a free event in Davie. Ready Davie Family Fun and Public Safety event in 2026 is 10 a.m. to 1...
Stonewall Pride Parade & Festival on Wilton Drive offers ticket discount opportunity
Entry is $16 for the vibrant and popular Stonewall Pride Parade & Street Festival in Broward if you purchase tickets prior to the event. The fee is $19 for purchasing...
Pirates exhibit & other displays in Plantation, with free entry
Vintage fire truck. History of pirates display. In addition to a variety of exhibits, Plantation Historical Museum offers occasional entertainment and activities like trivia events. The museum usually is open...
Black arts troupe offers performances & events for Juneteenth
Parties, performances and workshops are featured in South Florida to reflect historical references to freedom from slavery. Hued Songs is a black arts troupe that is participating in events in Dade...
Sweet Potato Pie Juneteenth Festival in Pompano Beach offers free entry
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,...
Free entry Fourth of July at Broward Regional Parks
Delight in a family picnic, tossing a Frisbee with friends or a nature walk on the Fourth of July, and Broward Regional Parks are offering free entry. The usual holiday...
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,...
South Florida Adventure Pass offers unlimited entry to five attractions
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...
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...
Island vibes: Groove to featured bands at park in downtown Hollywood & it's free
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...
Hot rods, exotics & other vehicles on display
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...
Free live bands & vendors at Jazz Brunch on Fort Lauderdale Riverwalk
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...
Free entry for event in Coconut Creek
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...
Free Sounds at Sundown live music in Margate
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...
Delightful night nature walks in Broward, $5
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....
July Fourth fireworks, parades & events in South Florida
Patriotic festivities for July Fourth in South Florida include fireworks, parades and old-fashioned family fun. Many 4th of July events in Broward, Miami-Dade and greater Palm Beach are free. Many...
Juneteenth festivals and events in Broward
Festive Juneteenth events in Broward include entertainment, speakers and festivals with activities for kids. Juneteenth is a federal holiday representing freedom from slavery in the United States. In Broward, Juneteenth...
Free entry at MODS in Fort Lauderdale for Family Pride event
The Family Pride event at the Museum of Discovery and Science in Fort Lauderdale features free entry. The Pride event in 2026 is 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, June 27,...
Weston features fireworks & festivities & it's free
While plenty of towns in Florida feature fireworks on the Fourth of July, Weston uses a different schedule for its Independence Day extravaganza, with fireworks and festivities July 3. On...
Free entry & free rides onto Deerfield Island
Deerfield Island is a natural area on the Intracoastal Waterway in north Broward that's accessible by boat. Free water shuttle excursions to Deerfield Island Natural Area are weather permitting, Fridays,...
Free Starlight Musicals concerts in Fort Lauderdale
Popular bands from South Florida perform at free concerts in Holiday Park in Fort Lauderdale. Starlight Musicals is a summer favorite in South Florida. Events in 2026 are 7 p.m....
Putt Putt discounts & deals 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...
Food trucks & live band at Parkland Eats 'N' Beats with free entry
For an event with a fun name, food trucks and a live band, it's Eats 'N' Beats in Parkland, and entry is free. Events in 2026 include 6 p.m. to...
Island Vibes: Caribbean heritage events in Broward
Delight in the flavors and rhythms of The Islands in Broward. Food. Music. Dancing. Caribbean heritage events in Broward offer food and lively entertainment, with plenty of free events. Caribbean...
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...
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...
Festivals, entertainment & events in June in Broward
Refreshing dive-in films at public pools, entertainment galore at Juneteenth festivals, and lots of free events to rock out with popular bands are featured in June in Broward. If you're...
Free Old Town Untapped with entertainment and food vendors in Pompano Beach
For a fun evening out that's friendly for your wallet, direct yourself to downtown Pompano Beach, where you'll delight in entertainment, food trucks, and art displays indoors and outdoors as...
$2 family-friendly films at Paragon theaters
Family-friendly films are shown for $2 each at participating Paragon theaters during the Kids Summer Movies promotion. Theaters include those in Davie, Coral Springs and Deerfield Beach. The $2 movies...
Free entry for Bike Safety Rodeo in Tamarac
The Broward Sheriff's Office is presenting a Bike Safety Rodeo for youngsters 4 to 12 and their families in Tamarac. The Bike Safety Rodeo with bike ride in the park in...
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...
Ride the free Water Trolley on the New River in Fort Lauderdale
For a fresh approach to navigating sights and shopping in Fort Lauderdale, step aboard a free water trolley. The LauderGO Water Trolley ferries guests along a river route to an...
Beats & Bites in Pembroke Pines includes live bands & food trucks
For an entertaining evening out, Pembroke Pines is hosting Beats & Bites featuring favorite hits from different decades and food trucks. Regional bands perform at the events and entry is...
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 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"...
Vista View Park in Davie offers outdoor fitness equipment & free weekday entry
While lots of parks in South Florida are relatively flat, Vista View Park in Davie is distinctive for its relatively tall terrain, with parts about 65 feet above sea level....
Plant radishes & other edibles indoors in Florida
Think it's too hot to garden? Perhaps you want to plant radishes, turnips and arugula right inside your South Florida home. It's doable, according to a horticulture program representative. Maybe...
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...
