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Free & cheap things to do with kids in summer, Palm Beach

Whenever school is out, luckily, families in South Florida, and especially Palm Beach County, have plenty of free and cheap activities for kids during summer, both inside and outside. There are, of course beaches, most of them free to visit. Some beaches even have free parking. There also are parks, pools and splash pads, many …

Free advance movie screening of ‘Smurfs,’ Sunset Place, July 12

Tickle me pink but color me blue! Paramount Pictures presents a PG “Smurfs” movie with a free screening on Saturday, July 12, 2025. The film features singer Rihanna that will be released in movie theaters on July 18, 2025. We are offering you a chance to get an advance screening pass for free! “Smurfs” movie …

Updated: Cheap movies for kids this summer in South Florida

If you’re looking for things to do with your kids in South Florida this summer, consider taking them to a movie. It’s a way to beat the heat, and a number of theaters are offering cheap movies for kids. Prices vary, ranging from $1 to $3 plus tax. AMC Theatres Summer Movie Camp: $3 Promo …

Free water shuttles to Deerfield Island park

  Deerfield Island is a natural area on the Intracoastal Waterway in north Broward that’s accessible by boat. Free water shuttle excursions to Deerfield Island Natural Area are weather permitting, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.  The free boat shuttle service usually runs from a dock at Sullivan Park, 1701 Riverview Road, Deerfield Beach, at 10 a.m., …

Yesteryear Village: A Living History Park brings Old Florida back to life

Yesteryear Village in West Palm offers an interactive historical park with an Old Florida vibe. Entry is $7-$10 and is open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thursday-Sunday. You’ll get to take a leisurely stroll through original and replicated structures at the attraction that include a school, post office, shops, and a farm. The historical attraction …

First Friday @ 5 features music, food trucks & vendors, Boynton Beach

Free concerts: First Friday @ 5 in Boynton Beach

The City of Boynton Beach continues to offer a free concert series on the First Friday at 5 p.m., monthly in 2025. Note: Due to the amphitheater construction, the June event will take place on Ocean Avenue, in front of the Arts & Cultural Center. First Friday @ 5 When: First Friday of each month …

Sonic Drive-In’s Free Fridays offers freebies & deals all summer long

BOOM! Sonic Drive-In is making lots of noise among famished bargain hunters with its popular value menu. Live Free Fridays — a weekly celebration packed with exclusive in-app freebies and deals. The celebration runs through Aug. 29, 2025, so there will be plenty of Fridays to be frugal.  Enjoy one of 9 popular menu items …

Welleby Park in Sunrise offers playground, splash pad & dog park with free entry

Welleby Park in Sunrise is sporting fun features. For kids, amenities include a nature-theme splash pad for wet fun, a playground with a rubberized safety surface, and a Safety Town play area.  For a stroll, a boardwalk runs along a lake. Dogs are welcome to nose around Pawgrass Dog Park. Welleby Park, 954-747-4600, is at …

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