Events-Broward

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South Florida On The Cheap, a premier online resource for enjoying life in Miami for less, is seeking a few writers to join our team. We are dedicated to spotlighting our vibrant South Florida lifestyle and helping our community, with a focus on free and discounted events and entertainment, deals, coupons, financial assistance and more.  …

The delightful Las Olas Oceanside Park, occasionally referred to as LOOP,  offers exciting events, festivals, live entertainment, fitness programs and vendor fairs. Usually events are free. The park is at  3000 E. Las Olas Blvd., Fort Lauderdale 33316   The MKT at Las Olas Oceanside Park The MKT  is usually open 9 a.m. – 4 …

Officials from Broward Animal Division are offering a free device for pets. The free devices are microchips, teeny devices inserted into the pet that offer digital identification information. In 2023, free appointments for Broward residents are offered in June online. Broward Animal Division is at 2400 SW 42nd Street, Fort Lauderdale, 33312. Free & inexpensive …

For dining out, some people prefer lively food truck events.  Rock The Block food truck events are offered 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. third Saturdays in Dania, and usually include DJ entertainment and games. Some events include live entertainment. Rock The Block is outdoors at the Casino @ Dania Beach, 301 E. Dania Beach Boulevard, …

With a focus on protecting oceans and sea turtles, the Marine Environmental Education Center in Hollywood is open to the public with exhibits and a saltwater pool where you can watch a rescued sea turtle swim and eat. The female turtle on site is not releasable due to injuries from boats, according to a representative …

Topeekeegee-Yugnee Park in Hollywood – or TY Park, as it’s known – is popular for a variety of outdoor activities. South Floridians love it because it’s a great venue for walking, running or skating on a shady path around a lake lined with oaks. It’s also a venue for festivals and entertainment. TY Park is  …

For errands, sightseeing or scooting around for fun, a network of self-serve bike pickup and dropoff stations are available in Fort Lauderdale. Bike-share bikes are intended for relatively brief point-to-point excursions. Regular bikes and electric bikes are offered.   Regular Fees $5 for each 30 minutes $35 and $88 for memberships, which includes some free trips …

Delight in foods and live entertainment representing Asian-American and Pacific Islander friends and neighbors. Asian American and Pacific Islander Evening in 2023 is 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. May 6 outdoors in the park at 6900 Miramar Parkway, Miramar 33023. Entry to the event is free. Asian food items and drinks are available for purchase. …

Entry is free for an NHL hockey festival in Fort Lauderdale loaded with fun hockey activities and events for kids and adults. The event hosted by National Hockey League includes hockey personalities and hockey displays. Activities, exhibits and photo ops are free. NHL All Star Beach Festival in 2023 is 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. …

  Deerfield Island is not open until further notice     Deerfield Island is a natural area on the Intracoastal Waterway in north Broward that’s accessible by boat. You can ride free on a water shuttle to Deerfield Island Natural Area, weather permitting, on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.  The free boat shuttle service usually runs …