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Things to do Thanksgiving in South Florida

If you’re out and about, some parks, natural areas, restaurants, attractions, lights displays and shopping plazas are open for fun, entertainment and food on Thanksgiving Day in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach County. Maybe you want to take your relatives on a day trip to the next county. You will find lots of sights to …

Free StoryBook Festival in Pembroke Pines

Free books, a fantasy forest and performances are featured at the Broward Library StoryBook festival in Pembroke Pines.  StoryBook Festival in 2025 is 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturday, November 15, and entry is free. Reserve a ticket online. The  event is at  Southwest Regional Library, 954-357-6580, 16835 Sheridan Street, Pembroke Pines 33331. The event …

Free films outdoors in Davie

Popular films are featured at free outdoor events in Davie. Movies in the Park films in 2024 include  7 p.m. October 18 outdoor event featuring “Hocus Pocus 2”  7 p.m. Friday, November 15 “Wonka” 7 p.m. Friday, December 13 “The Grinch” The films are at Pine Island Park, 3801 S. Pine Island Road, Davie 33328. …

Vegan Fall Fest on Riverwalk

Delight in plant-based dishes from participating restaurants and food vendors at  Vegan Block Party  events in Fort Lauderdale.  Vegan Block Party in  2025 is 3 p.m. – 9 p.m.  Saturday, July 5, at Esplanade Park, 400 S.W.  Second Street, Fort Lauderdale 33312. Esplanade Park is on the lovely Riverwalk promenade. Vegan Block Party events typically …

Free outdoor music in Palm Beach County

If you like music, but you’re on a budget, you’re in look. Palm Beach County cities, venues and festivals provide many opportunities to listen to music for free. Several cities do seasonal concert programs, and businesses host outdoor music as well. Add cheap concerts, and indoor venues, and there is lot of good music to …

Best outdoor Happy Hours in South Florida

Happy Hour Cocktails | Photo courtesy of Verde @ PAMM

South Florida offers plenty of activities for savoring the fresh air — including outdoor happy hours.  Whether you’re in Miami-Dade, Broward, or Palm Beach counties, we’ve got your one-stop shop for finding the perfect outdoor venue to enjoy a drink — or two. Outdoor Happy Hours in Miami-Dade County Mayami Mexicantina & Bar, 127 NW …

Deering Estate: Enjoy vintage holiday decor in South Dade

Beautiful Deering Estate lights up for the holidays with a variety of activities. From November, 2024 to January, 2025 the estate, at 16701 SW 72nd Ave., is decked out in special vintage decor. Historic Holidays: Caroling Through the Season Daily, from Nov. 29, 2024 to Jan. 7, 2025 10 a.m.-5 p.m., gates close at 4 …

Festivals, deals & events in November in Broward

If you like to be out and about with family and friends, November offers plenty of festive things to do in Broward. Events in 2025 in Broward  Home Show  South Florida Home Show in Pembroke Pines is 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Saturday, November 1, and 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sunday, November 2, with …

Free entry for food trucks event in Hollywood

Fans of Food Trucks, point your vehicles to ArtsPark in Hollywood. ArtsPark Food Truck events are usually offered 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. the first Monday of the month at the park on Hollywood Boulevard and Federal Highway, Hollywood 33020.   Entry is free. Food and beverages are offered for purchase. Other amenities and interesting features …

Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show offers free entry day for veterans & military

Exciting watercraft from exquisite super yachts to runabouts and other nautical products are on display at Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. In 2025, the event is October 29 – November 2 at various venues in Fort Lauderdale. Regular entry fees online are about $47.61 and for ages 6 – 12 about $18.50.  Entry is free …

Halloween events in Broward

Trick or Treating. Pumpkins. Hayrides. Lots of parks, shopping plazas and farms in Broward are offering fall festivities and Halloween fun. Many events are free, though some charge for activities. You will find fall festivals, Oktoberfest events, Halloween parties and more from Coral Springs to Hallandale Beach, from Pompano Beach to Miramar, through Hollywood, Pembroke …

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