Entertainment

Valentine’s Day evokes feelings of romance and fancy dinners with a loved one and President’s Day marks an always welcomed long weekend. However, there’s more to do in this second month of the year. You can… Take advantage of the cool weather and visit The Underline, where the first Saturday of the month, in February …

Actors’ Playhouse at the Miracle Theatre has teamed up with Coral Gables Commissioner Kirk Menendez to introduce a new generation to some classic, legendary flicks. Tickets are free; order online. See special ticketing procedures for city and county residents below. These films are only free for local residents. Upcoming screenings: Feb. 16, 2025, at 6:30 …

All aboard! The Gold Coast Railroad Museum offers free admission on the first Saturday of every month, so get the family or friends together and head on out! The museum, at 12450 SW 152nd St. (next to Zoo Miami) houses historic trains as well as a number of interactive displays. Hours are 10 a.m. to …

Rainy days and hot days in South Florida offer an opportunity to focus on indoor fun. Be a tourist in your in your town and savor fresh sights, attractions and things to do. If you’re on a budget, various venues offer free or inexpensive entry, and some offer deals. It’s a good idea to phone …

With the surf and ocean air offering delightful ambience, live bands offer free entertainment at Las Olas Oceanside Park in Fort Lauderdale throughout the year. Sound Waves The popular Friday Night Sound Waves run November through May. In February and March, tribute bands present Backstage Pass. Usually artisan vendors and food and drink vendors are featured …

Savor The Sounds night is a monthly concert series in Pembroke Pines that includes free live music, food trucks and an artist painting live. This is one of many of South Florida’s food truck events. Events in 2025 include: 4 p.m. – 6 p.m. Sunday, January 26 featuring Joey Calderaio and live painting artist Gabriela …

Grab a portable seat or blanket. Free live music events called Starlight Jam Sessions are offered at the Gazebo in Palm Aire in Pompano Beach in January and February. Performances in jazz in 2025 include: 6 p.m. Saturday, February 15. Lizzy & The Gents Trio, 6 to 7:30 p.m. The venue is 623 Oaks Drive, …

You can get discounts for enchanting Butterfly World in Coconut Creek.  The popular walk-through attraction, which is at Tradewinds Park in North Broward, features free-flight aviaries with tropical foliage and thousands of butterflies and birds from different parts of the world. Regular prices are $32.50 for guests age 12 and older, $22.50 for children age …

Free & inexpensive films, festivals and events with live entertainment & food trucks are offered by Sunrise Parks and Recreation. Events in 2025  Valentine date night movie 7:30 p.m. February 14. The date night event includes 1980s trivia at 7:30 p.m. and at 8 p.m., the movie “The Wedding Singer” rated PG 13. Purchase tickets, …

Free concerts featuring local performers are featured at Lunch with Art: The LIVE Music Edition events at 12:15 p.m. the third Thursday of every month. Upcoming events in 2025 include: Jan. 16: Bianca Rosarrio, jazz, blues and standards. Feb. 20: Ulysses Pinkney, R&B and Gospel. March 20: Alex Dean, saxophonist and vocalist. April 17: Nikki …

Groove to the sounds of live bands in Davie. The outdoor music events feature regional bands, food vendors and entry is free. Sounds of The Town events in 2025 include: January 17: Big Rock Band February 21: Southern Blood March 14: Clean Slate  April 11: Shane Duncan May 16: Greatest Decades of Rock Events are …