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Town Center in Boca Raton will be celebrating Cinco de Mayo with its newest El Camino location. This is a Mexican-style block party, complete with mariachis, street games, family-friendly activities, dancing, face painting, a DJ, outdoor bars and more. When: Sunday, May 5, 2024, starts at 11 a.m. Admission is free; food and beverage prices …

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The annual Little Haiti Book Festival, presented by the Miami Book Fair, will be Sunday, May 5, 2024, at the Little Haiti Cultural Complex. Admission is free.   The Little Haiti Book Festival will feature authors from Haiti and the Haitian diaspora, literary panels and craft talks, workshops for writers, hands-on activities for children, a dance workshop …

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Every third Thursday of the month, Miami Beach hosts its “Culture Crawl.” The event, from 6-9 p.m., aims to get residents and visitors alike exploring and becoming acquainted with Miami Beach and its cultural offerings. Many arts organizations offer free admission as part of the event — opening their doors for special programming, open studios …

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  The Hollywood Bandshell is a delightful venue for free live entertainment oceanside. Salty breezes. Waves rolling ashore. Favorite local bands, and fans, rocking out. Delightful. The bandshell is on a lovely pedestrian promenade. The Hollywood Beach Broadwalk (not Boardwalk) runs more than two miles along the beach, and it lined with restaurants, shops and …

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Memorial Day weekend 2024, for some, means the beginning of summer with picnics at the beach or shopping discounts etc. But for many, it also means taking the time to remember those who have passed in service to their country and reflect on the cost of liberty and freedom for all. The holiday originated in …

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At Avocado Cantina in Palm Beach Gardens, don’t expect common Mexican street food. No, this restaurant offers a variety of innovative, bold combinations that include the namesake avocado, as well as many Tex-Mex favorites taken to the next level. On Sunday, May 5, you can celebrate Cinco de Mayo. There will be outdoor taco stands, …

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Dance, symphony and vocal performances are among the array of free events at Baily Hall theater in Davie.  For many events, tickets are not required.  Entry is offered while seating is available. Some events require reservations. Featured event 6 p.m. Thursday, May 2 Student Films, entry is free Events in 2024 include: Bohemian Trio is …

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The South Florida Bluegrass Association offers a free bluegrass festival and acoustic jam on the first Sunday of the month at Greynolds Park, 18501 NE 22nd Ave., North Miami Beach. The 2024 dates are: May 5; June 2; July 7; Aug. 4; Sept. 1; Oct. 6; Nov. 3 and Dec. 1. Musicians in attendance at …

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Gables Gallery Night is one of Miami’s longest running first Friday of the month events, spanning nearly four decades now. The evening is a great way to visit the multitude of galleries in the City Beautiful.  Click here to see a list of participating galleries. While traipsing through Downtown Coral Gables, make a stop at …

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