Entertainment

Every time I go to the movies, it seems as if the price has gone up again. These days, I can get an entire month of Netflix for less than the price of a movie. But real movie lovers know that there is nothing like seeing a film on the big screen and sharing the …

This year’s edition the 27th annual Carnaval on the Mile, a free art and music festival in Coral Gables, is Saturday and Sunday, March 7 and 8, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. both days. The festival is once again presented by  Located on the famous Miracle Mile, the weekend festival features live music …

The long-running, popular – and free – Jazz at MOCA has been a fixture in the North Miami community and Miami’s music scene for more than two decades. The monthly event presented by the Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami features an exciting lineup of South Florida musicians playing on the last Friday of every …

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. Here is the February lineup: Saturday, Feb. 7 …

Street Stages is back with an all-new spring series of free outdoor concerts, thanks to Olympia Arts MIAMI. The winter series for 2026 through March 21 will once again be “Taking Art to the Street.” Performances are from 6-9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Here’s the schedule: Fri. Feb. 6 Edgar Pantoja duo at 6 …

Popular Jazz Brunch events offer an afternoon of free outdoor entertainment along scenic Riverwalk in Fort Lauderdale. The events are usually 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on first Sundays, with performers at different points along Riverwalk and Esplanade Park, 400 SW 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale. Jazz Brunch If you’d like, bring your own picnic or …

If you love great music but want to keep your arts outings affordable, the New World Symphony’s Blue Concerts are one of South Florida’s best cultural bargains. Held at the New World Center in Miami Beach, these concerts invite everyone — from first-timers to seasoned classical fans — to experience innovative orchestral music at whatever …

The City of Deerfield Beach is producing a free All That Jazz concert series under the stars on selected Friday nights. The events are at various parks, so bring lawn chairs and blankets. Food will be available for purchase. Here is the upcoming schedule: Friday, January 30. The Inner Court Band, 7 p.m., Crystal Heights …

The Ocean Drive Promenade Music Series presents a free concert every Sunday from 5-6:30 p.m. between 14th Street and 14th Place in Lummus Park on Ocean Drive in Miami Beach in front of The Betsy Hotel.  Concerts feature talented local South Florida performers. Bring a picnic, lawn chairs, blankets, and your whole gang to enjoy …

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. Events in 2026  7 p.m. Saturday, February 7  Mantrap pop, Latin, funk  7 p.m. Saturday, March 7 Coyote Wild    Feel free to provide your …

Treat yourself to live concerts at First Presbyterian Church in Fort Lauderdale. Several are free.  If you’d like, you may make a donation. Free performances in 2026 include: 4 p.m. Sunday, January 25 Astralis Chamber Ensemble Venue First Presbyterian Church of Fort Lauderdale, 954-462-6200, is at 401 Southeast 15th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale, 33301. Sign up for …