Events-Broward

Think it’s too hot to garden? Perhaps you want to plant radishes, turnips and arugula right inside your South Florida home.  It’s doable, according to a horticulture program representative. Maybe you’ll be inspired. Ideally, you’ll be richly rewarded with a delicious sense of accomplishment and tasty freshly harvested produce. We asked for tips from a …

It’s impossible to think about Halloween without thinking about all our favorite scary movies. And then there are the not-so-scary Halloween movies for kids, which are often great fun for adults as well. As we prepare to celebrate Halloween, we have compiled a list of free and cheap Halloween movies being shown in South Florida …

Deals and occasional extra events are offered at Old Davie School, an interesting historical attraction with an authentic old schoolhouse and a replica of a Florida pioneer home. Some events offer free or discounted entry. Old Davie School Historical Museum, 954-797-1044, is at 6650 Griffin Road, Davie 33314 Entry fees Regular entry fees are $10, …

Florida is offering its residents an opportunity to purchase storm and safety supplies without paying state sales tax, which is 6 percent. Instead of a shopping event on designated dates, as of August 2025, Florida is exempting eligible supplies from taxes whenever you purchase them. You’ll save at least $6 on every $100 you spend. …

Swim or lounge on the deck. Pompano Beach is offering free dive-in movie events. Dive-in movies at 8 p.m. in Pompano Beach in 2025 include: June 6 “Moana 2” July 18 “Shark Tale” August 8 “Mufasa”  Dive-in films are at the aquatics facilities, 901 NW 10th St., Pompano Beach 33060. Dial 954-786-4116 for more information.  …

Free events featuring live bands and art walks are among great things to do in August in Broward.  Best Events in August in Broward Back to School events Plenty of back to school events offer distributions of free backpacks and school supplies for eligible students.    Jamaica Emancipendence Fair in Miramar  Live entertainment with a …

For a deal at a popular Fort Lauderdale historical attraction, teens and youngsters 17 and younger enter free with adults paying $25. The deal at Bonnet House in 2025 is offered June, July and August, and includes entry to the historical house and the lavish gardens at the 35-acre beachfront property.   Bonnet House, 954-703-2614, is …

Residents of Broward are eligible to nab a vouchers for discounts on swimming instruction for kids, teens and adults.  The vouchers are valued at $55 to $200 for lessons at participating venues, which include public parks with pools. Apply on the Watersmart Broward website.  With water safety so important, the vouchers are intended to offset …

For an indoor event that features a variety of local entertainment, Lauderhill is offering a talent show.  The show features students in grades 6 – 12 from Broward.  The talent show in 2025 is 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. Saturday, July 12 and entry is free.  The venue is Lauderhill Performing Arts, 3800 Northwest 11th …

Parades. Picnics. Water parks.  Plenty of events and things to do on Fourth of July don’t involve fireworks.  Plenty are free.   With a wide variety of things to do, it’s easy to make the holiday ideal for you.  Things to do Fourth of July without fireworks  Broward Parks Broward Regional Parks are waiving the usual …

While plenty of towns in Florida feature fireworks on the Fourth of July, Weston uses a different schedule for  its Independence Day extravaganza, with fireworks and festivities July 3 and for July 4, there’s a parade.  Weston Hometown Fourth of July Celebration Weston Hometown Fourth of July  in 2026 in Weston includes fireworks, games and …