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Free entertainment: bands perform at Boulevard Heights amphitheater in Hollywood

Rock out with free live performances in Hollywood. Bands are featured at Boulevard Heights amphitheater, 6770 Garfield St., Hollywood 33024. Events include 7:30 p.m. Saturday, March 1 Brothers of Others   rock ‘n roll 7:30 p.m. May 10 Shane Duncan Band    Top 40 7:30 p.m. May 24 Viva    rock Parking is free. Bring a blanket or …

Free Jazz Jams in Fort Lauderdale

Jazz pros and student artists participate in Jazz Jams  in Fort Lauderdale, and the jams are free to attend for spectators.  The events are at ArtServe, 1350 E. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale. Parking is free. In 2025, Jazz Jams are 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. first Fridays January to June for a delightful event that’s …

Miami Design District offers free guided art tours

Did you know the Miami Design District offers free guided tours of the neighborhood’s world-renowned public art and architecture?  The tours take place on the first and third Saturday of the month at 11 a.m., typically starting from the artwork entitled, “Fly’s Eye Dome,” in Palm Court, 140 NE 39th St.  Here’s the thing: These …

Visit airplane museum at Miami’s Executive Airport

Feeling grounded? Let your spirits soar at the Wings Over Miami Air Museum!  Located at Miami Executive Airport, the museum is open to the public and ready for action. If you’re looking for activities that don’t break the bank, this might be a good choice – especially if you have flying fanatics in the family! …

Art & Jazz on the Avenue in Delray Beach

Art & Jazz on The Avenue, is the signature art and music event produced four times a year in different areas of downtown Delray Beach. It’s like a community block party and admission is free. These events not only feature live jazz and art vendors displaying their work, but also, you’ll get the opportunity to …

SoundScape Cinema Series: Free outdoor movies in Miami Beach

Enjoy the beautiful Miami Beach weather and free movies – all in one!  The SoundScape Cinema Series screens first-run films for free on a 7,000-square-foot outdoor projection wall at the New World Center each Wednesday through May 28, 2025.  Each film is free to the public and does not require a ticket. Movies are scheduled …

Food trucks in Dade, Broward and Palm Beach

For an outdoor activity with tasty fare, lots of free events in South Florida feature food trucks. Often events in Miami, Broward & greater Palm Beach include live music, fun for youngsters, or other entertainment. Lots of food truck events are in parks and free to attend. Pair dinner with a nature walk, fun on …

Free recycled exterior paint for eligible Broward residents

Gallons of recycled exterior latex paint in a selection of hues are offered free to eligible Broward residents in towns participating in the program Residents are eligible to request free outdoor paint if they reside in any of the various municipalities that participate in the  program.  If you’re interested in scoring free paint, phone  the …

Free community event at History Museum, West Palm

The public is invited to celebrate Black History Month with Doretha Hair Truesdell, widow of Highwaymen artist Alfred Hair. Attendees can learn about the Highwaymen and their impact on folk art, presented by the Historical Society of  Palm Beach County. What: Black History presentation about folk artists known as the Highwaymen. When: Thursday, Feb. 27, …

Welleby Park in Sunrise offers playground, splash pad & dog park with free entry

Welleby Park in Sunrise is sporting fun features. For kids, amenities include a nature-theme splash pad for wet fun, a playground with a rubberized safety surface, and a Safety Town play area.  For a stroll, a boardwalk runs along a lake. Dogs are welcome to nose around Pawgrass Dog Park. Welleby Park, 954-747-4600, is at …

New: Discover Palm Beach’s Black Cultural Heritage Trail

Here’s something you can do any time of year, but while the weather is pleasant, why not put on your walking shoes, grab your phone and maybe a friend and head out on a self-guided tour to discover the roots of Black culture hiding in plain site. This local sightseeing tour is something you can …

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