Patti Roth

For art aficionados and folks interested in free things to do, the Coral Springs Museum of Art offers free entry every day to browse the exhibits and displays.  The venue offers occasional Art@Night happy hour events with activities, exhibits and entertainment.  Featured event  Art@Night indoor garden party in 2026 is 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. …

Festivals, live entertainment and hands-on activities are among the variety of events offered in Pompano Beach.  Lots of events are free. They’re ideal for dates, families and solo excursions. Events in Pompano Beach include 2026 events Fatherhood Family Fun Day  Games, prizes and organizations offering family resources are featured at the Fatherhood Family Fun Day …

Thrive Art District in Fort Lauderdale hosts a monthly (or so) Art Walk with art exhibits, food trucks and vendors. Entertainment is featured at the event.  Art Walks in 2026 include: 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, March 28. The event will include entertainment, arts and crafts vendors, food and drink and raffles 6 p.m. – …

Topeekeegee-Yugnee Park in Hollywood – or TY Park, as it’s known – is popular for a variety of outdoor activities. South Floridians love it because it’s a great venue for walking, running or skating on a shady path around a lake lined with oaks. It’s a venue for occasional festivals and live  entertainment. T.Y. Park …

The Orchid and Garden Festival at Bonnet House in Broward features Hula dancers and other entertainment, lectures about plants, and garden art. Orchids, tropical plants and other greenery are on display and for sale.  The Orchid Festival in 2026 is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 11, and Sunday, April 12, and tickets are …

Funk. Jazz. R&B music. Popular South Florida performers are featured at Soulful Sundays in Pompano Beach. The concert series celebrates the history and culture of African American musicians. The events are usually 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the second Sunday of the month. Tickets are $10 online. No tickets are sold at the door. …

The South Florida Amateur Astronomy Association offers telescopes at Fox Observatory in Sunrise for peering into the night sky. Fox Observatory is in Markham Park, 16001 W. State Road 84, Sunrise 33326.  The facility is usually open Saturdays from about dusk until about 11 p.m, weather permitting, and representatives of South Florida Amateur Astronomers Association …

The waterpark at T.Y. Park in Hollywood, Castaway Island, offers opportunities for discounts and occasional extra events. Water playground and pool at T.Y. Park The waterpark at T.Y. Park includes a swim lagoon pool, wading pool and a water playground with interactive features and water slides.  In 2026, it’s open: March 22 – May 31 …

Rainy days, frosty days and hot days in South Florida offer an opportunity to focus on indoor fun. Be a tourist in your in your town and savor fresh sights, attractions and things to do. If you’re on a budget, various venues offer free or inexpensive entry, and some offer deals. It’s a good idea …

Educational booths, a DJ and hands-on activities are featured at an Earth Day event in Weston. Earth Day The Weston Way in 2026 is 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Saturday, April 18, at Library Park, 4255 Bonaventure Boulevard, Weston 33332. Entry is free. Parking is free. The event includes information on registering gardens and yards …

While lots of parks in South Florida are relatively flat, Vista View Park in Davie is distinctive for its relatively tall terrain, with parts about 65 feet above sea level. Entry to Vista View  is free on weekdays. On weekends and holidays, the fee is $3 per vehicle for up to 8 people or $20 …