Best free things to do in Broward
Some of the best things to do in Fort Lauderdale, Deerfield Beach and other towns in Broward are free. Allow your wallet a break and visit a new attraction.
Places with free entry in Broward
ArtServe
The ArtServe gallery feature paintings, pottery, sculptures and other work of South Florida artists.
The venue is usually open Mondays - Fridays 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. & Saturdays 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., it's wise to phone first to verify.
ArtServe gallery and gift shop is at 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Parking is free.
Broward libraries
Broward library branches offer plenty of free amenities, including use of high-tech equipment, workshops, and live entertainment. They also offer many free events, including concerts, movies, classes and activities for kids and families.
Studio 18 In The Pines
The venue displays the work of local artists and includes artists studios. When the studios are open, you are able to watch the resident artists work.
Studio 18 in the Pines is at 1101 Poinciana Drive, Pembroke Pines. Phone is 954-961-6067.
Outdoors
Parks
Broward regional parks and natural areas offer free entry most weekdays. Several parks and natural areas, including Fern Forest with an elevated boardwalk in North Broward, are free on the weekends. Activities and features at the parks vary. Free amenities may include playgrounds, basketball courts, picnic tables, geocache treasures and paths for hiking, biking and jogging.
Local municipal parks usually are free and some offer amenities like dog parks, splash playgrounds and sports facilities. Parks include Water's Edge Park in Tamarac with a splash playground and story walk, Weston Regional Park and Deerfield Arboretum.
Turtles
Marine Environmental Education in Hollywood is open to the public with exhibits and a saltwater pool where you can watch a rescued sea turtle swim and eat.
The venue, affiliated with Nova Southeastern University, is usually open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays to Saturdays at Hollywood North Beach Park, 4414 N. Surf Road, Hollywood 33019. It's a good idea to phone ahead to ensure the venue is open the day you are venturing out.
Turtle feedings that are open to the public are usually 3:30 p.m. Tuesdays through Saturdays at the venue. Donations are accepted.
Impressive turtle art
The public art sculpture by Internationally known artist Wyland is at Dania Beach Boulevard and Gulfstream Road, which is around 601 E. Dania Beach Boulevard, Dania Beach 33004
It features a sea turtle and a reef.
More always free things to do in Broward
'Love' murals decorate buildings & walls in Broward - Vibrant public art pieces are drawing attention on an array of buildings and structures in Broward. Each features its own design with a shared theme focusing on unity and respect. … Read more »
Welleby Park offers water playground & dog park with free entry - Welleby Park in Sunrise is sporting fun features. For kids, amenities include a nature-theme splash pad for wet fun, a playground with a rubberized safety surface, and a Safety Town… Read more »
Weston Regional Park offers playground, volleyball & other amenities - Sports enthusiasts and families are drawn to Weston Regional Park for its array of features and free events. The park amenities include: shaded playground roller hockey rinks beach tennis pickle… Read more »
Use telescopes for free at Fox Observatory in West Broward - The South Florida Amateur Astronomy Association offers telescopes at Fox Observatory in Sunrise for peering into the night sky. It's a fun and frugal idea for a date, a family… Read more »
Painted fish pop at public places in Pompano - For a playful spin on public art displays, Pompano features a plethora of vibrant fish sculptures. Painted Pompano is a public art project that offers a variety of fish sculptures… Read more »
Free wheeling: Pompano skatepark offers free entry - The skatepark in Pompano Beach is open to the public and entry is free. The skatepark, with a variety of features for tricks and style, is at 1701 NE 8th… Read more »
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,… Read more »
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… Read more »
Arboretum displays exotic & native vegetation and entry is free - For an easy nature excursion, the Deerfield Beach Arboretum features about 200 trees from different parts of the world. The nickname for the venue is "Tree Zoo." Entry is free.… Read more »
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… Read more »
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.… Read more »
See sea turtles in pool at environmental education venue in Hollywood & it's free - Watch a rescued turtle dine on greens. With a focus on protecting oceans and their wildlife inhabitants, Marine Environmental Education in Hollywood is open to the public with exhibits and… Read more »
Downtown Hollywood murals: Take a free walking tour - For a fun free outdoor activity, embark on a walking tour in downtown Hollywood. The downtown district features vibrant murals on the exteriors of structures in a quaint downtown setting.… Read more »- Riverwalk is delightful for waterfront walks, photo ops & festivals - Fort Lauderdale Riverwalk offers a delightful stretch along the New River for sightseeing, photography and romantic walks. Riverwalk runs along the river from about Southwest Fifth Street east toward Federal… Read more »
Waters Edge Park in Tamarac includes a book walk, fitness & water playground & entry is free - Enhance a walk in the park with a story along the way. Waters Edge Park in Tamarac features a story trail. Story trails, also referred to as story walks, are… Read more »
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… Read more »
Free outdoor art displays, fitness programs & events at Village Plaza in Sunrise - Sunrise Parks & recreation department offers an outdoor event space at Village Art Plaza that is packed with sculptures and other vibrant outdoor art displays. Entry is free. Parking is… Read more »
Coral Springs Museum of Art is always free - For art aficionados and folks interested in free things to do, the Coral Springs Museum of Art offers free entry every day to browse the exhibits and displays. Photo: Coral… Read more »
Wyland bronze turtle & reef sculpture on display in Dania Beach - From internationally renowned artist Wyland, a bronze and steel turtle sculpture is poised at a new environmental public art display in Dania Beach. The 8,000-pound Sea Turtle Beach sculpture is… Read more »
Hollywood Broadwalk is a lovely oceanfront promenade - Delightful outdoor spaces are part of the appeal of South Florida. For walking, biking & rollerblading, lots of folks love Hollywood Beach Broadwalk. The Broadwalk features Hollywood Bandshell offering free… Read more »
Dania Arts Park features outdoor art displays with free entry & photo ops - Outdoor public art installations provide opportunities to admire works of art in an informal setting. Often, they're great for enticing photo ops. Dania is displaying some of its public art… Read more »
Free entry at ArtServe in Fort Lauderdale - Entry is free to browse art exhibits at ArtServe in Fort Lauderdale. The gallery and gift shop feature paintings, pottery, sculptures and other work of South Florida artists. The venue… Read more »
StoryWalk displays offered on nature paths at parks - For a free family friendly activity outdoors, StoryWalk in Boca Raton invites you to enjoy a book while strolling along a nature path. StoryWalks presented by Boca Raton Public Library … Read more »
Free entertainment
Live bands on Hollywood beach
Hollywood Bandshell is an oceanside venue with live bands that usually play 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays to Sundays, and it's free. The bandshell is along a pedestrian promenade featuring restaurants, hotels and shops.
The Hollywood Beach Bandshell is at 320 Johnson St., Hollywood. Parking at the beach is $3 per hour Monday through Thursdays and $4 per hour Friday through Sundays. Residents of Hollywood may apply for a discounted rate. Parking information is available online.
Live entertainment at Plantation Walk
Plantation Walk shopping and dining plaza offers live performers usually Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, with free entry and free parking.
The plaza is at is at 321 N. University Drive, Plantation.
Free outdoor movies in Hollywood
ArtsPark in Hollywood offers free family-friendly movies most Fridays at 8 p.m. ArtsPark is on Hollywood Boulevard at U.S. 1.
More free and cheap entertainment in Broward
Ohio Players band at Jamz event in Fort Lauderdale & entry is free - Grownups groove to the featured band and youngsters hop on bounce houses and play yard games. The lively Summer Jamz event in 2026 is 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. Friday,… Read more »
Free Backyard Jam events in Pompano Beach - 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… Read more »- 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,… Read more »
Free Hollywood ArtWalk offers art tours, vendors & entertainment - 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 from 6 p.m. to 10… Read more »
Free Labor Day weekend festival in Fort Lauderdale with Reaxtion Band - Fort Lauderdale Parks and Recreation is featuring a Labor Day weekend Festival with vintage vehicles on display, food vendors and shopping. Reaxtion Band provides the groove. The festival in 2026… Read more »
Driveway Friday Concert Series in Deerfield Beach - The Deerfield Beach Historical Society is hosting an outdoor Driveway Friday Concert Series once a month at the Museum and Cultural Center. The series features local performers, usually the second… Read more »
Trinidad & Tobago Independence Day event in Broward with free entry - Independence Day festivities are typically lively and fun, including an event with festivities for Trinidad and Tobago. Miramar Trinidad and Tobago Independence event in 2026 is 6 p.m. to 10… Read more »
Pompano Soulful Sundays features popular performers, entry is $10 - Funk. Jazz. R&B music. Popular South Florida performers are featured at Soulful Sundays in Pompano Beach. The concert series celebrates the history and culture of African American musicians. The events… Read more »- Plantation Walk offers free outdoor entertainment, auto shows & events - Free events and entertainment for kids and adults are offered at Plantation Walk, a pedestrian-friendly shopping and dining plaza in Plantation. Plantation Walk is at 321 N. University Drive, Plantation… Read more »
- Groove N Grub event in Coconut Creek features a live band & food vendors - The City of Coconut Creek is putting on several free concerts as part of its Groove N Grub concert series. Bring your blankets, chairs and coolers and listen to favorite South Florida… Read more »
