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Sing. Play saxophone. Tell jokes. Share your talents with others, or sit back and delight in the show. Free open mic events are offered at several Broward library branches. If you want to perform, you usually need to arrive a bit early and sign up. Here are some open mic events at Broward County libraries: …

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The folks behind “Wake up Miami!” say the world is a nice place to live when you wake up with music. That’s why they’re presenting free live music, dance and performances during the morning commute at the busiest Metrorail/Metromover station in Miami: the Government Center, 101 NW First St. The music will play every Monday morning …

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The Ball and Chain Bar in Little Havana is hosting free salsa events with dancing that begins at 8 p.m. and a class that starts at 9 p.m. every Sunday for the over 21 crowd. There is no cover charge. The restaurant and neighborhood bar is part of the vibrant and historic Little Havana scene …

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Celebrate the summer solstice with Make Music Miami (MMM) and make the longest day of the year a special one with performances from local musicians! MMM is the Miami edition of Make Music Day, which takes place Friday, June 21, 2024, and is billed as “a free celebration of music around the world.” There will …

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Doral Yard offers “a community gathering concept with innovative culinary offerings and live music, fitness and cultural events.” Located in the downtown area at the corner of Main Street and Paseo, the white tents will let you know when you have arrived. To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily Miami-South Florida on …

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One of the best deals around in Miami is through an organization called Culture Shock Miami. Through Culture Shock, students 13 to 22 (and their guardians) can get discount tickets to numerous cultural performances in Miami for only $5 each. New tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. the first of every month, so be …

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One of the great things about winter in South Florida is all the free outdoor concerts you can attend. Nearly every Broward city offers a free concert series, and some businesses do as well. The free outdoor concerts in Broward feature tribute bands, local jazz performers, county and bluegrass band, plus pop, hip-hop and more …

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Latin rhythms with live bands are featured at free events at a park in Fort Lauderdale. Viernes Musicals are at Riverland Park, 950 SW 27th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale 33312. Feel free to bring seating and snacks. The park phone number is 954-828-5320. In 2025, events include: 7:30 p.m.  Friday, April 11 7:30 p.m.  Friday, May …

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Rock out with a free live performance in Hollywood. Bands are featured at Friday Nights at Boulevard Heights amphitheater, 6770 Garfield St., Hollywood 33020. The music usually starts at 7 p.m. Events in 2024 include: Friday, April 19: The Fabulons Friday, May 10: The Soundstations Parking is free. Bring a blanket or portable seat. Sign …

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