Patti Roth

For folks who like friendly outdoor events featuring food trucks, artisan vendors, vintage items and other interesting waresto purchase, Equality Park After Dark in Broward is a free event. Equality Park After Dark events are usually  6 p.m. to 10 p.m. select third Thursdays, with free parking. The venue is Equality Park,  2040 N. Dixie …

Entry is free for Pioneer Days, a parade and Deerfield Beach Art Stroll. The events include live bands, fireworks and a kids zone. Pioneer Days in 2025 are 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, February 15, and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.  Sunday, February 16, at the Beach Parking Lot, 149 SE 21st Avenue. Parking …

Free concerts featuring local performers are featured at Lunch with Art: The LIVE Music Edition events at 12:15 p.m. the third Thursday of every month. Upcoming events in 2025 include: Jan. 16: Bianca Rosarrio, jazz, blues and standards. Feb. 20: Ulysses Pinkney, R&B and Gospel. March 20: Alex Dean, saxophonist and vocalist. April 17: Nikki …

Groove to the sounds of live bands in Davie. The outdoor music events feature regional bands, food vendors and entry is free. Sounds of The Town events in 2025 include: January 17: Big Rock Band February 21: Southern Blood March 14: Clean Slate  April 11: Shane Duncan May 16: Greatest Decades of Rock Events are …

For a price break on a fun activity in Broward, roller skating is $10 on Wednesdays in  Davie. The price includes skate rentals. The $10 deal is offered 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Galaxy Skateway.  The regular price is usually about  $15-$20 with skate rentals. Recommendation: Phone first to ensure the venue is …

Entry is free for Rhythm by the River “Black Voices” Festival in Fort Lauderdale, which features live performances, activities and food trucks. The Rhythm By The River festival in 2025 is 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, January 26, at Esplanade Park on the delightful Riverwalk promenade. Performers and activities include Dillard High School Jazz …

Old Town in Pompano Beach is the venue for free Backyard Jams events featuring local and regional bands. The events are 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. select third Fridays and entry is free. Entertainment  includes: January 17 Box of Rocks February 21 Hangin with Brodie March 21 April 18 May 16 Stryder The venue is …

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. The display features about 30 original works of art showcasing artists from South Florida & other parts of the world.  Murals are on Harrison Street, …

Dania After Dark is an occasional street festival featuring food vendors, entertainment & artists in Dania Beach. Usually events are free. They often include a kids area, food trucks and other food vendors, and adult beverages for purchase.  Dania After Dark is outdoors, unless weather requires the event relocate indoors. Usually in the hotter season, …

Friendly advice for all dogs: Tell your people about Woofstock in Sunrise. Woofstock in 2025 is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, February 1, and entry is free. It’s at Pawgrass at Welleby Park. The park is at 11100 NW 44th Street, Sunrise. Mutts may bring their well-behaved people.  Events include: 10:30 a.m.:  Air K9z …

For family friendly outdoor excursion, a fair in Southwest Ranches offers rides, games and food vendors. Southwest Ranches Country Fair in 2025 is Thursday – Monday, January 16-January 20 at 16290 Griffin Road 33331.  Entry is free. You pay for rides, snacks from food trucks,  and other items you want to purchase. Parking is free. …