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Free, wacky King Mango Strut Parade in Coconut Grove

The wacky 41st King Mango Strut Parade, known for being a spoof of the year’s craziest, most outrageous headlines, of which there are plenty in Miami, weaves through the streets of Downtown Coconut Grove on Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025, at 2 p.m.  Watch as marching groups, homemade floats and makeshift mascots parade down Main Highway. …

Taco Bell drops giveaways, deals and perks every Tuesday

Everyone knows Tuesdays are for tacos! However, Tuesdays also mean it’s time for giveaways, deals and perks at Taco Bell.  Taco Bell hosts Tuesday Drops every, well, Tuesday (of course!) The program is an opportunity for Taco Bell Rewards members to enjoy “exclusive access to special offers, unique experiences and limited opportunities.” Image: Taco Bell …

Free arts tickets for Miami-Dade seniors

Miami-Dade County’s Golden Ticket program gives those 62 and older free entry to cultural events. The Golden Ticket Arts Guide lists eligible events and venues. When you find something that interests you, contact the sponsoring organization to make a reservation; Golden Ticket admission is available on a first-come, first served basis. You can download the …

Miami Seaquarium discounts

The Miami Seaquarium offers occasional discounts for admission and for various animal encounters. Tickets at the gate are normally $49.99 for visitors 10 and older and $39.99 for children 3 to 9. Sales tax is additional. Miami Seaquarium discounts Miami Seaquarium offers these discounts (you can check for more deals online): Visitors can get $6 …

South Florida theater deals and discounts

South Florida has many excellent theater productions, but tickets are sometimes expensive. We’ve found a number of ways to get discount theater tickets in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. You can find theater ticket deals from a number of sources, including Groupon, Ticketmaster, Culture Shock, Cultural Connection, Golden Ticket and the theaters themselves. Another …

AMC Theatres offers big discount on matinée showtimes

Movie lovers on a budget know that the best time to see a movie is during the day, with up to 30% off evening prices for shows before 4 p.m. every day! Not only is the theater less crowded (especially on weekdays), but it’s the best opportunity to take advantage of savings at the box …

Things To Do New Year’s Day in Broward

If you are out and about, plenty of attractions, parks and holiday exhibits in South Florida New Year’s Day. Some are free. New Year’s Day 2025 Outdoors Florida State Parks that are usually open on Fridays are open January 1, a few in Florida feature first-day hike events, regular entry fees apply Broward parks offer …

AARP will help older adults create their future at Senior Planet, Miami

Imagine a place where seniors can attend workshops in multiple languages to learn about how to use Zoom, comprehend computer and cloud storage, better understand smartphone technology, and interact with friends and family on social media. Well, thanks to AARP and the Older Adults Technology Services program, that dream will become a reality soon at Senior …

Camelot Days festival in Hollywood offers discount

Hang out in a fantasy world of swordsmen, knights and royalty at a popular renaissance festival in Hollywood. It’s Medieval. It’s Camelot Days. For 2024, the festival at TY Park is November 9-10, 16-17 and 23-24 with an opportunity for a discount.  Regular prices are $25 for adults and teenagers, $10 for ages 6 to …

How to save money on food delivery

Food Delivery | Photo by Fidel Fernando @fifernando on Unsplash

Food Delivery. We like it. It’s easy, convenient and tastes delicious — but does it make sense when you’re trying to save money? Not always. But if you shop it right, you can save money. South Florida on the Cheap takes on food delivery.  Take for example, a recent order at a local Thai food …

Best Happy Hours in Jupiter, Florida

Pizza at Lynora's

Raise a glass, it’s time for Happy Hour. This week we’re taking you to Jupiter, Florida and giving the the inside details on our favorite places to score discounted food and drinks when Happy Hour rolls around. While in some places you have to wait until after work to catch a deal, in Jupiter, there …

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