Michelle Kaplan

Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau’s Explore Miami (formerly known as Miami Attractions Month) is on through May 31, 2026. That means buy one, get one free admission or other special offers at many participating establishments, for both locals and visitors. Plus, in some cases, membership at one museum means free admission to all other participating …

Treat Mom to a meal out on Mother’s Day on May 10, 2026 without breaking the family budget. Lower the bill by taking advantage of one of the many Mother’s Day freebies or deals.  To celebrate moms everywhere, many restaurants and businesses are offering Mother’s Day specials and discounts. Bonus gift cards, free food and …

Events showcasing sleek, sporty vehicles are popular in South Florida.  Many auto shows & exhibits are free for spectators. If you’re displaying vehicles, you may nab discounts on registration fees if you register early. Prior to venturing out, it’s wise to phone or refer to social pages to verify event is on. Supercar Saturdays Supercars, …

The Fort Lauderdale Air Show features exciting aerial entertainment over the ocean. The event in 2026 featuring U.S. Air Force jets flying in formation, parachute jumping and other high-flying performances  is 12 p.m. Saturday, May 9, and Sunday, May 10, at Fort Lauderdale beach. Entry to designated paid locations is offered for a fee, and usually …

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, …

Help Manatee Lagoon celebrate the moms in your life! Enjoy a morning of family-friendly fun with hands-on activities, food trucks by the water, and special appearances from Mia the Manatee — there’s something for every mom and family to enjoy. Mother’s Day with Mia the Manatee When: Sunday, May 10, 2026, from 10 a.m. to …

The Music Club of Hollywood is planning a full season of free concerts at various venues in Hollywood through June 2026. Here is the schedule: Sunday, Feb. 22, 1 p.m. Cecilia St. King, singer-songwriter. Anne Kolb Nature Center, 751 Sheridan St., Hollywood.  Sunday, March 15, 2 p.m. Jazz concert. Anne Kolb Nature Center, 751 Sheridan …

MOSAIC Palm Beach, taking place throughout Palm Beach County in May, offers deals and discounts to a variety of performances, museums, galleries, gardens and more.

The Good Day Market is a free curated, outdoor community Sunday market hosted in Boynton Beach and Delray Beach. It’s a farmers market, but with so much more. They not only highlight small and local businesses, but also offer handmade goods, artisan products, boutique finds, vintage pieces, art, plants, specialty food, drinks, entertainment and activities …

What can you do for fun this weekend without spending a lot of money? Here are our top picks for free and cheap things to do in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach and throughout South Florida!

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 during the free Jazz at MOCA. However, it’s also where to go for other free and cheap events. There’s something for everyone all month long including …