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Channel the inner musician  you’ve always wanted to be on Friday nights during the free Friday Night Drum Jam from 7-9 p.m. at the South Florida Center for Percussive Arts, 12770 SW 125 Ave., Ste. 101, Miami, FL. This event is for all ages and abilities. Each Friday evening guests can try many different percussion instruments including …

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Rock out in Weston. The town offers occasional WestonNights free events with live bands at Weston Regional Park. If you want a snack, food trucks are usually at the events. Outdoor events in 2025 include 7 p.m. Saturday, February 8 “Divas Through the Decades” Stella Fusion 7 p.m. Saturday, March 8  blends vibrant rhythms of …

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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 2025 include   Groove on the Grass The event include a live band and food trucks 7 – 9 Friday, March 7 Hotter Than July The venue is Caporella Park, 5200 Prospect Road, …

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For an outdoor activity with tasty fare, lots of free events in South Florida feature food trucks. Often events in Miami, Broward & greater Palm Beach include live music, fun for youngsters, or other entertainment. Lots of food truck events are in parks and free to attend. Pair dinner with a nature walk, fun on …

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Delight in the rhythms of live bands and DJs at Smooth Sounds Soirée in Pompano Beach. The Soirée events in 2025 include 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. Saturday, April 19 with free entry.  Food trucks are at the event for those who want to purchase dinner.  Performers include  Levi Knowles  DeWayne Terry DJ Lil Bear …

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It’s their day. Mother’s Day. If an outdoor excursion is on the agenda, Flamingo Gardens in Davie is featuring a Mother’s Day deal. Flamingo Gardens in 2025 offers free entry Sunday, May 11 for moms in who are with another patron paying regular price, which is $24 for ages 12 and older and $17 for …

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The Heritage Fest 2025: African Americans and the Arts, celebrating artists representing the African Diaspora is happening Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, 3-6 p.m. at the Arsht Center’s Thomson Plaza for the Arts. Admission is free and RSVP is required. Celebrating Pan-African artists in the community, the event celebrates the impact Black Americans have had on …

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The Miami Symphony Orchestra, billed as the Official Symphony Orchestra of the City of Miami, under the longtime direction of Maestro Eduardo Marturet, is returning to the Miami Design District for a free concert. They’ll be performing under the stars on Monday, Feb. 17, at 6:30 p.m. at 191 NE 40 St. This is one …

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Floats, twirlers, and dancers are among entertainment featured in the Sistrunk Parade and Festival in Fort Lauderdale. Sistrunk Parade and Festival in 2025 is 8:30 a.m. Saturday, February 22, for the parade and 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. for the festival. Entry to the festivities is free.  The event is in association with Black History …

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Hey auto enthusiasts.  Driving simulators, exotic vehicles and a pit stop activity are featured at the Beachfront Grand Prix Festival in Fort Lauderdale. The event also includes a variety of entertainment. The Beachfront Grand Prix Festival in 2025 is 3 p.m. – 11 p.m. May 2, 12 p.m. – 11 p.m. May 3 & 12 …

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