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The City of Coconut Creek is putting on several free concerts as part of its Groove N Grub concert series. Bring your blankets, chairs and coolers and listen to favorite South Florida bands at these family-friendly concerts.  No pets are allowed. This event has been combined with the monthly food truck event, so you can …

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Want to hear live music? The Betsy Hotel in the heart of South Beach offers a free live music series every day. It’s a nice way to enjoy some tunes amid beautiful surroundings – and give yourself a little break any day of the week. All performances are free, with no cover or drink minimum. …

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Nibble on fare from food trucks in North Lauderdale and delight in the groove of Reaxtion Band. Feel free to bring blankets or portable seats. Reaxtion Band performs Motown hits. Other features include a kids zone and vendors.  The event in 2026 is 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Friday, April 24 and entry is free.  …

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Thrive Art District in Fort Lauderdale hosts a monthly (or so) Art Walk with art exhibits, food trucks and vendors. Entertainment is featured at the event.  Art Walks in 2026 include: 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, March 28. The event will include entertainment, arts and crafts vendors, food and drink and raffles 6 p.m. – …

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Funk. Jazz. R&B music. Popular South Florida performers are featured at Soulful Sundays in Pompano Beach. The concert series celebrates the history and culture of African American musicians. The events are usually 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the second Sunday of the month. Tickets are $10 online. No tickets are sold at the door. …

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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 open from 6-10 p.m. While traipsing through Downtown Coral Gables, …

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Dania After Dark is an occasional street festival featuring food vendors, entertainment & artists in Dania Beach. Usually events are free. Some events require paid tickets. The events often include a kids area, food trucks and other food vendors, and adult beverages for purchase.  Dania After Dark is outdoors, unless weather requires the event relocate …

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With the surf and ocean air offering delightful ambience, live bands offer free entertainment and lively events are featured at Las Olas Oceanside Park in Fort Lauderdale throughout the year. Featured Events Sound Waves The popular Friday Night Sound Waves free concerts are 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. through April.  Here is the schedule: Friday, …

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The Deerfield Beach Historical Society is hosting an outdoor Driveway Friday Concert Series once a month at the Museum and Cultural Center. The series features local performers, usually the second Friday of the month. Admission is $10 (free for historical society members). The event is 6 to 9 p.m. Here is the upcoming schedule: Friday, …

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Pack up your portable seats for free outdoor events in Tamarac that include live bands, food vendors and extra attractions. Events in 2026 Groove on the Grass The events include a live band and food trucks. The Friday, March 6 event will be 7 – 9 and feature Zaya from “American Idol.” The venue is …

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