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Family fun doesn’t always have to wait until the weekend! Head to Haulover Park every Tuesday from 5-10 p.m. to enjoy Food Trucks Tuesdays and sample all kinds of vendors serving different cuisines. To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily South Florida on the Cheap newsletter. You can also follow us on Facebook and …

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Pembroke Pines Parks and Recreation is featuring an event with a  free bike ride for families and a bike rodeo.  The venue is Southwest Regional Library, 16835 Sheridan Street, Pembroke Pines 33029.  The event in 2026 is 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Saturday, March 7, with helmets required for youngsters.  Entertainment and food for purchase are …

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For frugal entertainment, Weston offers occasional outdoor movies that are free.  Outdoor films in 2026  8 p.m. March 6 “Smurfs”  Weather occasionally postpones plans for outdoor activities, so it’s wise to verify events are still scheduled before you go. For information, 954-389-4321 or refer to the Weston website. Other events in Weston. The venue is …

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Reminiscent of the early days of Wynwood and the open-air entertainment and food space Wynwood Yard, The Foodie Park located in West Coconut Grove known as Little Bahamas, is a similar concept. The Foodie Park is located at 3659 Grand Ave., Coconut Grove and open Mondays to Saturdays from 1-11 p.m. and Sundays 1-6 p.m. …

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With the City of Coral Gables transforming Giralda Avenue into a pedestrian-friendly street it made sense to create a monthly live music series and calling it Giralda Live.  It is conveniently held on the first Friday of the month, the same night as the decades-long running and always popular Gables Gallery Night. On that first …

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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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There’s music in the air, so get ready to gather and groove to weekly and monthly entertainment. It’s free music and more on The Lawn at CityPlace in the heart of West Palm Beach. Free entertainment is offered on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays and everyone is invited to attend for free. For a complete listing of …

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If you like being out and about without spending a wad of dough, Broward offers plenty of free and inexpensive festivals, holiday events and live entertainment in March. Many are free. Events include festivities for St. Patrick’s Day and Easter, as well as festivals, art shows and free concerts, with many events to choose from …

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Alhambra Orchestra is performing a season of free and cheap concerts through early June. Below is detailed info on each show on the programs, soloists and whether performances are free or have an admission price. Next up is their “Spring Serenade” concert on Sunday, March 1, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. at Coral Gables Congregational United …

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The Museum of Contemporary Art in North Miami is the place to check out groundbreaking and thought-provoking exhibitions and catch live jazz acts on the last Friday of the month during the free Jazz at MOCA. However, it’s also where to go for other free and cheap events. There’s something for everyone all month long including …

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For an entertaining evening out, Pembroke Pines is hosting Beats & Bites featuring favorite hits from different decades and food trucks.  Regional bands perform at the events and entry is free.  Beats & Bites events are 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in 2026, including: February 26: DJ Sama, ’80s and ’90s March 19 May 28 …

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