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Santa’s Enchanted Forest won’t open for 2024

After 40 years, the annual Miami tradition that is Santa’s Enchanted Forest will not be returning for 2024. The attraction announced its closing on Instagram. Santa’s Enchanted Forest will be closed for the 2024 season as we reflect on four magical decades of cherished memories and plans for the future. As a beloved South Florida …

Free & inexpensive fitness programs in Sunrise

The City of Sunrise offers various opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to enjoy free or inexpensive athletic and fitness activities. On the last Friday of each month from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., people can enjoy Soca Step Dance Aerobics. The fun takes place at City Park 6600 Sunset Strip. Participants are …

Entertainment & activities at ArtsFest in Broward with fee entry

For a frugal family excursion, ArtsFest in North Broward is a free event. The event in 2024 is 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturday, September 14 with a theme of Pakistan and activities for kids. The event includes local artists and artisans activities live entertainment If you’d like a bite to eat, food vendors are …

U-pick farms: Where to find them in Miami & South Florida

Make a fun day out of visiting u-pick farms throughout Miami and South Florida, where you can pluck your own fruit and vegetables straight from the plants. It’s fun, cheap and fresh. Find strawberries, tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, star fruit, lychee, herbs, flowers and more. We encourage you to try the tropical fruits, such as mamey, …

Weekend Happy Hours in Palm Beach County

Aperol Spritz | Photo by vtoesca @ Unsplash

Why limit Happy Hour to just weekdays? Weekend Happy Hours are just as exciting and Palm Beach County has plenty of spots to satisfy your cravings. Gone are the days when you have to pay full-price just because it’s a weekend. Discover your new guide to weekend happy hours in Palm Beach County. From family-owned …

Dania Arts Park features outdoor art displays with free entry & photo ops

Outdoor public art installations provide opportunities to admire works of art in an informal setting. Often, they’re great for enticing photo ops. Dania is displaying some of its public art in a venue dubbed Arts Park. Entry is free. Parking is free. Dania Arts Park includes Sculpture ‘Let Love Guide Your Way’ by Lloyd Gorodesky …

Free museum days in South Florida

Visiting museums can get expensive, particularly if you take the whole family. But many South Florida museums have free admission at least once a month, and some schedule special activities on those days. Thanks to these promotions, you can actually afford to buy snacks or a souvenir. To keep up with latest news on deals, …

Free ‘Science Weekends,’ Sugar Sand Park, Boca Raton

The Children’s Science Explorium in Sugar Sand Park is a free hands-on science center designed for children 5-12 years of age and their caregivers. It offers fascinating and interactive exhibits, programs that bring the physical sciences to life. Admission is free, however a suggested donation of $5 per person is appreciated. The  Sugar Sand Park …

Miami Ladies Nights with free (and cheap) drinks

Ladies Night | Photo Credit: Helena Yankovska @ Unsplash

Being a woman in Miami certainly has its benefits. We’ve got picturesque beaches, a plethora of brunch spots, plenty of spas and salons, and the ability to drink on any night of the week without so much as dropping a single penny. The fact is, Miami’s ladies nights are a dime a dozen, offering dames …

Free Night of Art every Monday at InterContinental Miami

Come lounge in the InterContinental Miami’s lobby every Monday night during the Noche de Arte, a weekly live art event where you can watch art being created right before your eyes. Noche de Arte  is hosted by local artists Jean and Iggy Font, founders of CollaboARTive in the Bird Road Arts District. Their monthly event …

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