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Rather than pick a restaurant, dine on selections from a variety of establishments in Oakland Park. Taste of Oakland Park  in 2026 is 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, April 17, and tickets are required. Tickets are $20 in advance at $25 at the gate, if any are still available. It’s an outdoor event at …

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Reminiscent of the early days of Wynwood and the open-air entertainment and food space Wynwood Yard, The Foodie Park located in West Coconut Grove known as Little Bahamas, is a similar concept. The Foodie Park is located at 3659 Grand Ave., Coconut Grove and open Mondays to Saturdays from 1-11 p.m. and Sundays 1-6 p.m. …

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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 part of Old Town Untapped events. The events are usually 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. the first Fridays of the month, except for summer. Entry …

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Take advantage of this ongoing series of free concerts under the stars, with food trucks and vendors, plus pop-up family events in 2026. The amphitheater at Wellington Town Center has a capacity of 1,500 people. Plan to take portable seats or blankets to enjoy festivities under the stars. Free Food Truck & Music Series: Feb. 5, …

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Lake Worth Beach’s free oceanside bonfires and night market are once again a great place to go when, especially when the temperature drops. The gatherings are held on the first and third Fridays, through February, 2026. What to take to the bonfire Pack your towels, beach chairs, coolers and s’mores kits to the Lake Worth …

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No telescope required — just a love of queso! QDOBA will have fans howling at the moon in 2026. Is the moon really made of cheese? Well, in this case, the moon means you can enjoy lots of delicious, gooey cheese at the popular restaurant — all year long. For every monthly full moon in …

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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 organizations. Some are open to everyone.  Food distributions are in Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach. Often the organizations accept volunteers and donations. This list is …

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The expense of dining out has hit an all-time high! And that even includes the usually budget-friendly fast-food restaurants. There was a time when you could easily feed a family of four for under $20 at just about any fast-food restaurant. However, nowadays, $20 may barely be enough to feed two people. That’s why any …

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Plantation is rocking out with free Rock The Park outdoor events that include live bands and food trucks. Events are usually first Fridays and sometimes first Saturdays, at Pine Island Park, with food vendors set up at 6 p.m. and entertainment at 7 p.m. and entry is free.  Featured bands in 2026 include: Saturday, February …

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You’re invited to the pizza party! Everyone loves Little Caesars because of its delicious pizzas and great value — perfect for frugal families and pizza parties on a budget. The restaurant offers one of the best deals on the much-loved pizza and that’s why it’s more popular than ever with bargain hunters. And, for a …

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