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Free live bands oceanside at Hollywood bandshell

The Hollywood Beach Bandshell is a delightful venue for free live entertainment oceanside. Salty breezes. Waves rolling ashore. Favorite local bands, and fans, rocking out. Delightful. The bandshell is on a lovely pedestrian promenade. The Hollywood Beach Broadwalk  runs more than two miles along the beach, and it lined with restaurants, shops and motels. Entertainment …

Broward County Parks Passports can save on parking

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 …

Free surf and paddleboard lessons in Deerfield Beach

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 …

Miami Children’s Museum offers Florida resident discount

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. …

Free films outdoors in Hollywood

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 …

Free shows for kids in Weston

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 …

Best festivals and events in January in Broward

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 …

Free drive-in film ‘Wild Robot’ in Sunrise

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 …

Kwanzaa events in Broward

Performances, workshops and activities for youngsters are featured at some of the festivities in Broward for Kwanzaa, an African-American holiday.  Kwanzaa events in 2025 include  Library in Fort Lauderdale  Vendors from black-owned businesses, African dance and other performances are featured at a Kwanzaa event at the African-American Library in Fort Lauderdale.  The event in 2025 …

Regal Theatres: Discounted tickets on Tuesdays

Everyone knows the movies can be an expensive adventure (especially for families), so any opportunity to save money is worthy of the spotlight. If you’re a film fanatic, Tuesday is the day to go to Regal Theatres, which has locations in Miami, Broward and Palm Beach counties. Ticket prices range from $5 to $8. Every …

Dazzling Winterfest Parade replay on video and it’s free

Delight in the glistening Winterfest Boat Parade from your sofa.  Replays of the 2025 holiday extravaganza are offered online and on television.  The parade of bedazzled boats on the Intracoastal Waterway, which occurs earlier in December, is among the highlights of the holidays in Broward.  Replays of Winterfest Boat Parade on TV and online YouTube …

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