Patti Roth

Delight in plant-based dishes from participating restaurants and food vendors at  Vegan Block Party  events in Fort Lauderdale.  Vegan Block Party in  2025 is 3 p.m. – 9 p.m.  Saturday, July 5, at Esplanade Park, 400 S.W.  Second Street, Fort Lauderdale 33312. Esplanade Park is on the lovely Riverwalk promenade. Vegan Block Party events typically …

If you like to be out and about with family and friends, November offers plenty of festive things to do in Broward. Events in 2025 in Broward  Home Show  South Florida Home Show in Pembroke Pines is 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Saturday, November 1, and 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday, November 2, with …

Fans of Food Trucks, point your vehicles to ArtsPark in Hollywood. ArtsPark Food Truck events are usually offered 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. the first Monday of the month at the park on Hollywood Boulevard and Federal Highway, Hollywood 33020.   Entry is free. Food and beverages are offered for purchase. Other amenities and interesting features …

Water playgrounds  in Deerfield and Hollywood that are typically for kids and families are open specifically for dogs at designated K9 Water Festivals, popular with pooches and their people. At water park events for dogs, some pups step into the shallow water and stand. Others fly into the water, swim and retrieve floating toys.  Dogs …

Broward County parks are offering family evening events with hayrides. The evening event includes hayrides and roasting s’mores around a fire at parks in Hollywood, Deerfield Beach and Oakland Park.  The price is $4  with registration and payment is required with reservations. Reserve online or pay at the park office. The 2024 hayride events in …

The Art and Culture Center of Hollywood offers free entry from noon to 4 p.m. the third Sunday of most months. In addition to art exhibits on display, Free Arts! Family Day often includes family-friendly activities like art workshops. Regular prices other days are $7 for adults and $4 for kids, students and seniors. Entry …

Sing. Play saxophone. Tell jokes. Share your talents with others, or sit back and delight in the show. Free open mic events are offered at several Broward library branches. If you want to perform, you usually need to arrive a bit early and sign up. Here are some open mic events at Broward County libraries: …

The  Museum of Discovery and Science in Fort Lauderdale offers occasional discounts and free entry days. The museum offers interactive exhibits and demonstrations, an outdoor science park and displays with animals.   Regular MODS prices are Adults $27 Ages 2-12 $22 Seniors $25 Military $24  The museum is  at 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale. …

Delight in displays and information about flying at the Aviation Expo in Broward. The event in 2024 is 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. December 7 and entry is free. The event is at Miramar Regional Park, 16801 Miramar Parkway, Miramar. Free & inexpensive things to do this weekend in South Florida Sign up for the …

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 browse these recommendations. Places with free entry ArtServe Fort Lauderdale  The venue  offers a gallery and gift shop with an emphasis on work featuring South Florida artists. It is usually …

For a frugal family excursion, ArtsFest in North Broward is a free event. The event in 2024 is 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturday, September 14 with a theme of Pakistan and activities for kids. The event includes local artists and artisans activities live entertainment If you’d like a bite to eat, food vendors are …