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Free books, a fantasy forest and performances are featured at the Broward Library StoryBook festival in Pembroke Pines. StoryBook Festival in 2025 is 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, November 15, and entry is free. Reserve a ticket online. The event is at Southwest Regional Library, 954-357-6580, 16835 Sheridan Street, Pembroke Pines 33331. The event …
Taste foods from different regions of the world at Riverwalk International Food Festival in Fort Lauderdale. Riverwalk International Food Festival in 2025 is 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, November 15, at Esplanade Park on the scenic Riverwalk promenade along The New River. Entry is free. Food and drinks from food trucks and regional restaurants …
Festive theme decorated trees and a Hanukkah display are featured at a free Winter Wonderland exhibit in Plantation. The indoor exhibit at Plantation Historical Museum includes a train village, a gift shop and occasional extra festive events. Extra events feature Santa and live entertainment. In 2025 the display is open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. …
Dozens of local and national artists and artisans are displaying their handiwork at a festival at the Promenade at Coconut Creek. Entry is free. What: Arts and Crafts Festival When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, November 15, and Sunday, November 16, 2025. Where: The Promenade at Coconut Creek, 4467 Lyons Road Sign up for …
Thousands of lights & Olas the beach snowman are featured at Light Up The Beach on A1A and Las Olas Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale. The festivities in 2025 are 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, November 19, at Las Olas Oceanside Park. The Fort Lauderdale Symphonic Winds band will perform at 7 p.m. The event …
See works of art indoors and outdoors and shop wares from artisan vendors during the popular Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk. The free event typically takes place 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. third Saturdays on Hollywood Boulevard and Harrison Street. The events usually include live music by regional bands and entertainment featuring a magician. Downtown Hollywood is …
For a fun, unique and inexpensive activity in north Broward, hop aboard a little railroad. The teeny train runs on tracks around a pond at Tradewinds Park in Coconut Creek. Train rides offered third weekends Functioning model locomotives offer rides 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. the third full weekend of each month, weather permitting. It’s …
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, …
The Margate Winter Festival in 2025 is 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, December 19, with free entry. Snow is featured. The festival includes: Florida-style sledding. Photos with Santa. Live music. Kids’ activities. Food vendors. Craft fair. Event venue is the Margate Sports Complex, 1695 Banks Road, Margate, FL 33063. Parking is free. More free …
For families dining out with youngsters, Kids Eat Free deals are kind to the wallet. Participating TGI Fridays restaurants are offering Kids Eat Free deals. For everyone Tuesdays to December 30, receive a free kids’ meal with purchase of an adult entree at regular price for patrons dining in the restaurant For SNAP EBT users …
Lights dancing to favorite seasonal songs are the draw at a popular outdoor walk-up holiday light show in Plantation Acres. You must purchase tickets online prior to see Christmas Lights in the Acres. Christmas Lights in the Acres is a walk-up display with an impressive light show synchronized to festive tunes. The fee is $10 …
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