Events-Broward

For fun, free outdoor excursions, lots of people delight in nature walks in parks.  For extra fun, direct your attention on birds. If you’re interested in bird watching or birding, libraries in Broward and greater Palm Beach loan equipment for free.  Sierra Taliaferro, a parks naturalist in Broward, offers some information on the delightful activity. “All …

See works of art indoors and outdoors and shop wares from artisan vendors during the popular Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk. The free event typically takes place 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. third Saturdays on Hollywood Boulevard and Harrison Street. The events usually include live music by regional bands and entertainment featuring a  magician. Downtown Hollywood is …

Oakland Park is presenting a lively Dancing In The Street block party with art, food trucks and a Kids Zone with a DJ.  Live music is featured. It’s free. Dancing in The Street in 2025 is 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.  Friday, March 14, on Northeast 12th Avenue. It’s between Oakland Park Boulevard and Northeast …

Fern Forest is featuring a native plant sale with vendors selling varieties of foliage that are preferable for South Florida yards. A plant sale in 2025 is 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 26, and entry is free. Native plants are often preferable financially and environmentally. They usually don’t require excess watering and fertilizing, …

Library branches in Broward occasionally feature free entertaining events including live performances, yoga, and festivals. Some events are for kids and families. Others are aimed at adults. At plenty of library branches, parking is free. Featured events in 2025 Live Jazz featuring vocalist & violinist Nicole Yarling Nicole Yarling performs at a jazz event 7 …

Hollywood is throwing a Plant and Seed Festival. The event in 2025 is 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturday, March 15 and entry is free. The Plant and Seed Festival  includes Seed and Plant exchange displays plant education products raffles The venue is 1301 S. Ocean Drive, Hollywood. Fees for parking apply. Parking information and …

Ready for some fun outdoors? Pompano Beach offers free live entertainment as part of its “Music Under The Stars” events. Usually on second Fridays, except June, July and August, delight in entertainment from different bands at the Great Lawn venue, on Atlantic and Pompano Beach boulevards. Live events, when offered, usually are 7 p.m. – 9 …

For a fun, unique and inexpensive activity in north Broward, hop aboard a little railroad.  The teeny train runs on tracks around a pond at Tradewinds Park in Coconut Creek. Train rides offered third weekends Functioning model locomotives offer rides 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. the third full weekend of each month, weather permitting. It’s …

Taste foods from different regions of the world at Riverwalk International Food Festival in Fort Lauderdale. Riverwalk International Food Festival in 2025  12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday,  March 22, at Esplanade Park on the scenic Riverwalk promenade along The New River.  Entry is free. Food and drinks from food trucks and regional restaurants representing …

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Free events and entertainment for kids and adults are offered at Plantation Walk, a pedestrian-friendly shopping and dining plaza in Plantation. Plantation Walk is at 321 N. University Drive, Plantation. Events usually are free, with free parking. Pets are usually permitted. Outside food and beverages are typically not permitted. Events at Plantation Walk St. Patrick’s …