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On weekends and holidays, some Broward regional parks charge a $3 fee per vehicle to enter. For those who visit county parks regularly on weekends, the Annual Parks Passport may be an attractive deal. The annual park pass costs $30 and allows a vehicle with up to eight people in it to enter without paying …
Island Water Sports in Deerfield Beach offers free surf and stand-up paddleboard lessons Saturdays at 7 a.m. The two-hour lessons are for ages 5 and older, weather permitting. The number of participants is limited, and registrants should sign up in advance to ensure a spot. To attend, participants register online. Island Water Sports is at …
The Miami Children’s Museum offers a discount for Florida residents, who can visit for $18. To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily South Florida on the Cheap newsletter. You can also follow us on Facebook and on Instagram. COST: $26 for general public; free for museum members and children younger than 1. …
Watch family-friendly films for free outdoors at ArtsPark in Hollywood. Movies are usually 8 p.m. Fridays, with occasional exceptions. It’s wise to verify the event is on prior to venturing out. Films include: Friday, Jan. 8, 2026: How to Train Your Dragon Friday, Jan. 23: Superman (2025) Friday, Jan. 30: Tron Ares Feel free to …
The City of Pompano Beach offers free live entertainment outdoors at different venues. Music Under the Stars Music Under The Stars events are the second Fridays of the month, except in June, July and August. Bands perform on the Great Lawn, at the intersection of Atlantic and Pompano Beach boulevards. Live events, when offered, usually …
The Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) is a world-class art museum in a spectacular location in downtown Miami on Biscayne Bay. The museum offers permanent and temporary art exhibits, including exhibits that explore the cultures that make up Miami, including Latin American, Caribbean, African American and more. PAMM is also home to Verde, a modern, …
The City of Coconut Creek is putting on several free concerts as part of its Groove N Grub concert series. Bring your blankets, chairs and coolers and listen to favorite South Florida bands at these family-friendly concerts. No pets are allowed. This event has been combined with the monthly food truck event, so you can …
Free shows for kids are offered occasionally at Weston Regional Park. Entertainment in 2026 includes: 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday, January 10: Mr. A Dino, an interactive and educational event. The venue is Weston Regional Park and parking is free. Youngsters need to be with an adult. Weston Regional Park, 954-389-4321, is at 20200 …
Put on your dancing shoes. Swing Out, South Florida offers dance lessons and dance socials in Fort Lauderdale. The events, usually every other Wednesday, include a lesson at 7:450 p.m. and a dance event at 8:30 p.m. with a DJ playing Swing and Jazz. Entry fee is $10 for adults and $6 for students. The …
If you’re in Broward, you will find plenty of interesting and entertaining things to do in January, many of them free or inexpensive. Some of them are so enticing you may want to drive in from Miami-Dade or Palm Beach county. Las Olas Art Fair The trendy and ritzy shopping Las Olas shopping district is …
For a free family excursion, Sunrise Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a free drive-in film in West Broward. The PG-rated animated film in 2026 is “The Wild Robot” produced by DreamWorks Animation 6:30 p.m. Friday, January 9, and entry is free. Gates open at 5:30 p.m. and food vendors are at the event if …
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