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The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts is Miami’s premier performing arts venue and now the center is taking its show on the road, bringing free performances to other locations in the community.  Arsht on the Road (AOTR) is a series of pop-up performances that aims to bring the Arsht Center experience to everyone in …

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Grab a portable seat or blanket. Free Starlight Jam Sessions featuring live performers are offered at the Gazebo in Palm Aire in Pompano Beach the first Saturday of the month. Food trucks are at the event. Performances are from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Concerts in 2025 and 2026 include: October 4. AlgoRhythm, playing ’70s, ’80s …

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October is full of fall fun things to do, from Octoberfest through Halloween. South Florida has myriad activities, festivals and celebrations and many are free or cheap for families to attend. And, of course, we hope you and your kids not only enjoy these events but also that everyone stays safe, whether it’s picking out …

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If you have a partner and dancing shoes and want to participate in the Que Bacano! Latin Dance Showcase, you will need to register in advance. However, even if you just want to watch on the sidelines and tap your toes under the table, you should still register since seating is limited. Admission is free and …

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Fall festivals and pumpkin patches, Halloween fun, Oktoberfest festivities and outdoor movies on Miami Beach are just some of the events you can enjoy around Miami-Dade in October 2024. Fall Festivals and Pumpkin Patches Yes, we live in Miami where it never really feels like fall but we’ve still rounded up a great list of …

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Oktoberfest, Halloween hooplas and Hispanic Heritage events  are among the array of delightful things to do in October in Broward, including plenty that are free or relatively inexpensive. Pumpkin patches, Fall festivals, and farmers markets are in abundance. Top free and inexpensive events in 2025 in Broward Truck Extravaganza for kids Lots of interesting vehicles …

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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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Put on your dancing shoes. Swing Out, South Florida offers dance lessons and dance socials in Fort Lauderdale. The events include a lesson at 7:45 p.m. and a dance event 8:30 p.m. with a DJ playing Swing and Jazz. Entry fee is $10 for adults and $6 for students. The event brings together dancers from …

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For a fun evening out that’s friendly for your wallet, direct yourself to downtown Pompano Beach, where you’ll delight in entertainment, food trucks, and art displays indoors and outdoors as part of Old Town Untapped events. The events are usually 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. the first Fridays of the month, except for summer. Entry …

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