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Goombay and Junkanoo are familiar words in Bahamian culture. They both invoke visions of colorful costumes, calypso music and dancing, followed by a sumptuous feast. And you’re in luck because the annual arts and cultural event, the Miami Goombay Festival, will celebrate Coconut Grove’s Bahamian roots by taking the party to the streets, and you’re …

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Delray Beach offers a robust arts and entertainment vibe, including the popular self-guided First Friday Art Walk, and the “any time” Art Trail. Both offer public art displays, murals, installations and open galleries, but also a variety of free music and pop-up performances. And don’t forget to stop by the Cornell Art Museum and check …

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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, Saturdays and Sundays.  The free boat shuttle service usually runs from a dock at Sullivan Park, 1701 Riverview Road, Deerfield Beach, at 10 a.m., 11 …

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Spend the day along Biscayne Bay in Coconut Grove and bring your furry friend along for the PAWSH Market Doggie Market and Adoption Meetup from noon to 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 6 at Regatta Grove. The free event is an ideal gathering for dog lovers and will include a doggie market with local pet …

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Hurricane season has begun and doesn’t end until Nov. 30 so now is the ideal time to prepare before we are in the throes of intense activity. In an effort to help South Floridians prepare, Farm Share and Global Empowerment Mission are hosting their third annual Statewide Hurricane Emergency Preparedness Drives with several sites in …

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In celebration of National Pride Month  the Arsht Center once again hosts its free, all-ages event CommuniTea Dance on June 7, 2026 from 4-8 p.m., honoring South Florida’s vibrant community with the best local and international entertainment by LGBTQ artists and allies in the heart of downtown Miami. All are welcome to enjoy a late afternoon …

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When school’s out it’s playtime in South Florida. Here’s a list of some of the free and cheap things for families to do to have fun during the month of June, 2026, in Palm Beach County. Northwood Film Festival When: Wednesday, June 1 through Monday, June 7, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m. Where: Various …

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Bank of America customers can visit museums free of charge on the first full weekend of the month through the Museums On Us program. Just show your Bank of America or Merrill Lynch credit or debit card and a photo ID on Saturday or Sunday, and you will get free admission to more than 225 …

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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 9 p.m. Saturdays May 2, June 6, July 11 and August 1 at Pine Trails Park Amphitheatre.  Bring lawn seating or blankets. Pine Trails Park …

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