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Enjoy Beethoven on the Beach with Orchestra Miami

Orchestra Miami once again celebrates Ludwig van Beethoven with its Beethoven on the Beach series for 2026. There are three upcoming concerts scheduled: Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 6 p.m., Gateway Park in Sunny Isles Beach Sunday, March 22, 2026 at 6 p.m., Pinecrest Gardens Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 7 p.m., Miami Beach Bandshell …

Where to see holiday lights in South Florida 2025

Driving around looking at holiday lights is a favorite tradition of the holiday season. We all have favorite neighborhoods in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties that go all out to decorate for Christmas, Hanukkah or winter. In South Florida, the weather is wonderful for looking at holiday lights. In fact, not only do we …

Free days at national parks, plus free & discount passes for life

The treasures of our national parks have a lot to offer, including hiking, biking, boating, canoeing, hunting, fishing, wildlife photography, birding, plus exploring native flora and fauna, and hopefully also finding peace of mind. So, if you’re a fan of wide, open spaces, where you only hear the sounds of nature, then the National Park …

Hispanic Heritage Month events in Miami-Dade

Sept. 15 through Oct. 15 each year marks Hispanic Heritage Month and with Miami-Dade’s population primarily of Hispanic decent, this month-long homage means there are plenty of HHM-themed events around. Here’s where to find them: Hispanic Heritage Festival Friday, Sept. 19 at 6-9 p.m. North Shore Park, 501 72 St., Miami Beach Rides, bounce houses, …

Holiday craft show and green fair in Davie

The holidays in Davie include a vendor fair featuring handmade items, plants and planet-friendly green products.  Live music and raffles are featured. What: Holiday Craft Show and Green Fair When: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, November  22, and Sunday, November 23, 2025 Where: Bergeron Rodeo,  4201 Rodeo Way, Davie. Entry and parking are free. …

Free and cheap holiday events in Miami-Dade 2025

Who doesn’t love the winter holidays, especially in a place like Miami-Dade where winter is glorious? Indoor and outdoor events abound in Miami-Dade to celebrate Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, solstice and just the holidays in general. We have parades, on land and on water, festivals, concerts, light displays, “snow” and more family fun, much of …

Winter holiday festivals, parades, events in Broward 2025

Winter festivals, fun with Santa, and dazzling light displays are part of the seasonal festivities in South Florida. Broward County offers all kinds of events to celebrate Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa and the New Year. Parades, festivals, concerts, family festivals, light displays and more abound from Coral Springs to Hallandale Beach, from Hollywood to Pembroke …

Winter holiday events & festivals in Palm Beach County

Floridians know how to celebrate the winter holidays, even if “winter” doesn’t mean here what it means elsewhere. The snow may be fake, but the fun is real. South Florida has holiday parades, boat parades, Christmas tree lightings, menorah lightings, holiday concerts, family festivals and more. Many events are free or cheap. We also have big …

Free and cheap holiday events in South Florida 2025

We may never have a white Christmas, unless the snow is fake, and chestnut roasting on an open fire are unlikely. But despite our tropical winter weather, or maybe because of it, South Florida goes all out for Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa and the winter holiday season. Palm trees look great in holiday lights, as do …

Free Backyard Jam concerts in Pompano Beach

Old Town in Pompano Beach is the venue for free Backyard Jam 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: Simona Electra Show May 16: Stryder …

Free outdoor Bingo at park in Broward with prizes

It’s free to play outdoor Bingo at a park in Sunrise. Participants receive a game packet for about nine games, while supplies last.  The events in 2025 are usually third Sundays, and entry is free. Games are at 6 p.m. and participation is limited. The event includes entertainment and prizes. The venue is Village Art …

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