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Free entry days at NSU Art museum Fort Lauderdale

The NSU Art Museum in Fort Lauderdale offers free admission as part of Sunny Days/Starry Nights events from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. the first Thursday of each month. The events include activities for kids and adults. Often events include 2-for-1 deals on wine. Free hands-on art activities  The free first Thursdays events usually include …

Shake Shack offers free Shack Sandwich every week in December

Shake Shack is definitely making the holidays a little merrier for hungry bargain hunters! This December, the popular eatery is gifting customers FREE Shack Sandwich — with a new burger or sandwich available every week. It’s the perfect excuse to take a “bargain break” from running holiday errands. Use the money saved on more gifts, …

Chipotle offers buy-one-get-one free entrée on Saturdays in December

Enjoy a frugal feast at Chipotle on weekends in December! The popular restaurant is making the holiday season a little merrier for Chipotle fans and diners on a budget alike. Take a break from running errands on Saturday to stop by Chipotle for a discounted dinner. And, if you’re dining alone, save the extra entrée …

Free and $6 movies at Cosford Cinema

Rene Rodriguez, former film critic for The Miami Herald, now runs the Cosford Cinema on the University of Miami Campus and he’s always coming up with some type of innovative film series.   Up next…   Monday, Nov. 24 at 7:30 p.m.  Advance screening of “Hamnet” (2025) which tells the story of William Shakespeare’s inspiration …

Free Gables Gallery Night on first Fridays

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, …

Free entry for Rock the Park in Plantation

Plantation is rocking out with free Rock The Park outdoor events that include live bands and food trucks. Events are usually first Fridays and sometimes first Saturdays, at Pine Island Park, with food vendors set up at 6 p.m. and entertainment at 7 p.m. and entry is free.  Featured bands in 2025 and 2026 include: …

Free museum entry for Bank of America card holders this weekend

Bank of America customers can visit museums free of charge on the first full weekend of the month through the Museums On Us program. Just show your Bank of America or Merrill Lynch credit or debit card and a photo ID on Saturday or Sunday, and you will get free admission to more than 225 …

Kids eat free, 2 to 10 p.m. at IHOP through Dec. 21

Parents are always looking for ways to stretch their budget. And this family-friendly offer from IHOP will definitely make families joyous and merry this holiday season. Take a break from shopping and take the kids to IHOP for a frugal feast because the little ones get to eat for FREE. Then, use the extra money …

Kwanzaa celebrations in Palm Beach County

Kwanzaa 5th Annual Umoja Kwanzaa Celebration By AARLCC of Palm Beach County, Inc. 1501 N Australian Ave., Palm Beach Dec 26 from 1:30pm to 5pm free with RSVP   Kwanzaa: Afrique Ngozi Dance & Drums Experience live West African dancing and drumming and other family fun activities on Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025, from 4:30 to …

Free entry & cheap activities with animals at Daggerwing Nature Center, Boca Raton

Communing with nature has never been more fun and the Daggerwing Nature Center has so many opportunities for kids and their families to take advantage of the great outdoors. Admission is free; access to trails and boardwalk are free; most programs have fees usually from $5 to $10. Weekly: ANIMAL FEEDINGS & TALKS Wednesdays, Thursdays …

Cirque du Soleil ‘Luzia’ discount plus Nuclear Circus deal

Cirque du Soleil Luzia will be at Gulfstream Park in Hallandale Beach February 19 through April 25, 2026. While we don’t have any current discounts, we can tell you that you can save money by attending on certain nights or buying tickets in advance.  Here is a synopsis of the story: Written and directed by …

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