Michelle Kaplan

If you love the outdoors and spending time in nature then come to Arch Creek Park in North Miami on Saturday, April 4 for their free Meet at the Bridge event from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Come learn about this nine-acre park off NE 135th St. and Biscayne Blvd. which was built around a …

The picturesque New River in Fort Lauderdale is the scene of a lively event featuring thousands of floating rubber ducks and opportunities to win exciting prizes. Duck Fest Derby in 2026 is 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.  Saturday, April 18, at Esplanade Park, 400 SW 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale. The event, which supports organizations that …

Live entertainment and food trucks are offered for the Earth Day event in Plantation.  Earth Day in Plantation in 2026 is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 18, with free entry. The Earth Day fest includes educational booths, kids activity area, and food trucks. A trash to treasure event is featured.  The festival is …

The South Florida Bluegrass Association offers a free bluegrass festival on the first Sunday of the month at Greynolds Park, 18501 NE 22nd Ave., North Miami Beach. While the music is free, park admission is $10 per car, using the app. Take a lawn chair or blanket. Food and drink will be available for purchase, but …

Here’s a list of some free concerts in the Village of Royal Palm Beach that are free to attend. Concerts in Commons Park Friday, April 3, 2026, features: The Petty Hearts Friday, April 17, 2026, features: Thirty Hertz Where: Commons Park, 11600 Poinciana Blvd., Royal Palm Beach Cost: Admission is free; vendor prices vary Food …

Who doesn’t love a good challenge? Especially when the prize includes FREE food!  Chipotle is again offering its Burrito Vault game, ahead of National Burrito Day on April 2, 2026. Image: Chipotle Mexican Grill Inspired by the cultural phenomenon of digital word games, Chipotle is again challenging fans to guess the exact order combination, ingredient …

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 of galleries in the City Beautiful.  Click here to see a list of participating galleries open from 6-10 p.m. While traipsing through Downtown Coral Gables, …

Visit the Norton Museum of Art for a free accessible art workshop for the entire family every month. This program will feature interactive time in the gallery and art-making in the classroom, plus all participating staff members are trained to lead programs for people with autism. When: Third Sunday of each month, from 3 to …

Each week, after regular hours, the Norton Museum of Art presents a new experience, with an eclectic mix of live performances, film screenings, workshops, tours, and more, called Art After Dark. Jazz Friday at Art After Dark: April 3, 2026, from 7:15 to 8 & 8:15 to 9 p.m. Every Friday there’s something new to …

Here’s our list of the top free events, discounts and deals to have fun in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties this week.

The New Music Miami Festival (NMMF) is back with festival discussions and concerts that are free to the public, no ticket required thanks to the generosity of the Festival’s sponsors. The concerts take place on Wednesdays at 7 p.m. at alternating Miami Beach venues FIU Miami Beach Urban Studios, 420 Lincoln Rd., Ste. 440 and …