Free Doral International Art Fair
The City of Doral has recently become an arts and culture hub, hosting numerous arts festivals and cultural events. Next up is the Doral International Art Fair happening Thursday, Nov....
Author: Josie Gulliksen
Josie Gulliksen is a freelance writer and major arts advocate and enthusiast who loves everything cultural and is excited to live in such a thriving community as Miami. A Miami native, aside from Miami on the Cheap, she currently writes for Artburst Miami and contributes to Edible South FL and Miami Media Group. She has contributed to Miami.com, Biscayne Times and Miami New Times. She worked for nearly a decade at Miami Today as Calendar Editor and arts writer and then worked for 13 years in public relations. She has her own blog Scene Around South FL at josiegulliksen.com
Best things to do in October in Miami-Dade
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Bluegrass concerts at Greynolds Park
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Free weekly events at The Foodie Park in Coconut Grove
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...
Free Gables Gallery Night on first Fridays
Gables Gallery Night is one of Miami's longest running first Friday of the month events, spanning nearly four decades now. The evening is a great way to visit the multitude...
Miami Marlins discounts & deals: $5 tickets and $44 family packs
This is the last weekend of baseball at LoanDepot Park until the 2027 season. Take the family out to a Miami Marlins ballgame with these great deals all season long....
The Betsy Hotel on Miami Beach offers free live music every day
Want to hear live music? The Betsy Hotel in the heart of South Beach offers a free live music series every day. It's a nice way to enjoy some tunes...
Free monthly story time for kids at Bookleggers Library
Located inside Wynwood's Bakehouse Art Complex, Bookleggers Library hosts a monthly Story Time for Kids every last Saturday of the month at 12:30 p.m. RSVP here. Tailored for kids ages...
Free Wellness on Wheels mobile veterinary services on Miami Beach
Starting Monday, Sept. 28, the Wellness on Wheels mobile veterinary services van for dogs and cats, courtesy of Miami-Dade Animal Services, will be parked behind Miami Beach's Flamingo Park basketball...
Free and cheap events at MOCA in North Miami
The Museum of Contemporary Art in North Miami is the place to check out groundbreaking and thought-provoking exhibitions and catch live jazz acts on the last Friday of the month...
Journey to Dia de los Muertos at Arsht, Pay what you wish
In honor of the Nov. 1 Day of the Dead celebrations, the Calpulli Mexican Dance Company is presenting a "Día de Muertos" love story told through folk songs, classical music...
Free jazz and vinyl night in Wynwood
There's a cool vibe happening at Wynwood's Vinyl Lounge inside Sable Miami, especially on Thursday nights at 9 p.m. during a free jazz and vinyl night. They're calling it Long...
Weekly trivia nights around Miami-Dade
Want to test your knowledge of all things trivial and have fun doing it? There are plenty of bars around Miami-Dade that offer weekly and monthly free trivia nights where...
Free adult ballet classes in Miami Shores
Miami-based dance company Pioneer Winter Collective invites the community to participate in their free adult ballet classes at the Miami Theater Center in Miami Shores on Mondays from 7-8:30 p.m....
Monthly Coral Gables bike tour is fun and educational
If you're looking for something fun and educational to do outdoors, consider a bicycle tour through "The City Beautiful," Coral Gables. The third Sunday of each month, The City of Coral...
Free and $6 movies at Cosford Cinema
Rene Rodriguez, former film critic for The Miami Herald, now runs the Cosford Cinema on the University of Miami Campus and he's always coming up with some type of innovative...
Free trees offered in Miami-Dade giveaway
Who wants a free tree? Miami-Dade County is once again offering the freebies as part of Adopt-A-Tree. The county program provides two trees a year per household during a special...
Free Family Fun Day at Museum of Miami and other free events
Museum of Miami hosts a free Family Fun Day the second Saturday of every month, with free admission for all. The free admission is all day, from noon to 5...
Free & cheap events: Wolfsonian Museum in Miami Beach
The Wolfsonian-FIU Museum is more than just a venue to view art exhibitions. It also hosts free book discussions, art classes and family events. It's a museum that explores the inventive...
Register now for 'Art + Mind Day' for kids, Arsht Center, Miami
Here's a free event for kids of all ages with advance registration. The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts will encourage kids to connect, self-express, meditate, dance and practice...
Arsht for Miami: Free Ground Zero Crew hip-hop show
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Free Downtown Doral Arts Festival
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Pay what you wish Sounds of Christmas concert at Arsht Center
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Deering Estate $8 admission Labor Day weekend
The historic Deering Estate is offering $8 general admission for Labor Day Weekend, which is September 5-7, 2026. That's a big savings since admission is normally $18 for adults and...
Free 2027 Heritage Fest Pan-African Celebration at the Arsht Center
The Heritage Fest 2027: Pan-African Celebration, is happening Saturday, Feb. 20, 2027, noon at the Arsht Center's Thomson Plaza for the Arts. Admission is free and RSVP is required. Celebrating...
Best things to do in September in Miami-Dade
We kick off the month with a long weekend which is always nice and hopefully can also enjoy some cooler weather in September. Miami Spice continues through Sept. 30 making...
Teacher Planning Days Kids Fun Days in North Miami
Teacher planning days can be a challenge for working parents and the City of North Miami is doing its part to help alleviate that with Kids Fun Days at the...
Viernes Culturales in Little Havana: Music, art and free walking tour
Viernes Culturales (Cultural Fridays) is a South Florida tradition. This free arts and music festival takes place on the last Friday of each month from 5-10 p.m. on Calle Ocho...
Weekly Saturday salsa nights at The Berry Farm
Taking advantage of the off-season, when staff is busy preparing for the Fall opening, The Berry Farm slows down on events but transforms their space and offers weekly Saturday night...
Free coffee with friends and new public installation in Coral Gables
Kick off your Friday and the upcoming weekend with a jolt of java during the Aussie Coffee with New Friends on Friday, Aug. 14, from 9:30 to 11 a.m. at...
Touring vintage Miami's historic buildings
Despite Miami-Dade County's modernization, historic buildings can still be found throughout the region. Look closely and these buildings have stories to tell. Map out your route and take a drive...
Free stargazing in the park in Miami-Dade
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Free comedy shows around Miami for laugh out loud fun
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Parking on Miami Beach $1 per hour (up to 3) through October with app
Whether you're heading to the beach, to catch a concert or just taking a stroll on the mall, you know you have to figure in the price of parking in...
Water parks in Dade for refreshing fun
Miami's gonna get hot this summer - it always does. So the kids will want to stay cool. Best way to do that? Visit a water park where they can...
Martha/Mary Concert Series 2026-27
For more two decades, organizers of the Martha/Mary Concerts, led by artistic founding director Paul Posnak, have been presenting award-winning musical artists. Concerts are $15 per person and $25 for...
BOGO admission in August to Fruit & Spice Park, Miami
If you love buying fresh fruit at a grower's market, like banana, avocado, guava, dragon fruit or soursop, these are only a few of the native and exotic specialties you'll...
Free events at CityPlace Doral
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Visit airplane museum at Miami's Executive Airport
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Join Bird-friendly Gardening Day in South Miami
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Hurricane preparedness: How to build an emergency kit
Hurricane season begins June 1 and ends Nov. 30. The aftermath of a hurricane can be devastating and leave you and loved ones without basic necessities. Here's a helpful guide...
Miami Children’s Museum offers free Sensory Saturdays
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