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While lots of parks in South Florida are relatively flat, Vista View Park in Davie is distinctive for its relatively tall terrain, with parts about 65 feet above sea level. Entry to Vista View  is free on weekdays. On weekends and holidays, the fee is $3 per vehicle for up to 8 people or $20 …

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Rock out with free live performances in Hollywood during the Hollywood West Concert Series. Bands are featured at Boulevard Heights amphitheater, 6770 Garfield St., Hollywood 33024. Events include: 7 p.m. March 21. Fortune 7 p.m. April 4. La Colombianisima 7 p.m. May 22. Shane Duncan Band. Parking is free. Dial 954-921-3404 for information. Bring a blanket or portable …

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If you and your pals like to ponder such intriguing facts as the number of toes on a sloth while sipping beer or nibbling on appetizers, several restaurants and bars in Broward offer trivia night events. Play alone or  round up friends and form a team. Most trivia night events are free to play while patronizing the …

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For folks who like friendly outdoor events featuring food trucks, artisan vendors, and interesting wares to purchase, Equality Park After Dark in Broward is a free event. Equality Park After Dark events with handmade and vintage items in 2026 are usually  6 p.m. to 9 p.m. select third Thursdays, with free parking. The venue is …

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Rainy days, frosty 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 …

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If you’re thinking about going out for dinner, perhaps you’ll venture to a park. Food truck fare is featured at Volunteer Park in Plantation. Food trucks are at the park 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesdays, and the events usually include live entertainment or a DJ, activities and games for youngsters and local artisan vendors …

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Old Town in Pompano Beach is the venue for free Backyard Jam events featuring local and regional bands. The events are 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. select third Fridays and entry is free. Entertainment  includes: February 20. Acoustic Fingers March 20. Revibe April 17. Spider Cherry    May 15. Joey Calderaio June 9 The venue is …

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We are lucky in South Florida to have many talented musicians, performing as solo act, duos, trios or bands. They play music from Afro-Cuban funk to classical to country to folk to rock to heavy metal. And don’t forget all the tribute bands, which recreate the music of our youth. We are even luckier to …

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Organizations in South Florida offer free food distribution for families needing help. Some sites provide drive-through pickups, while others offer doorstep deliveries for eligible participants. Eligibility requirements vary among different organizations. Some are open to everyone.  Food distributions are in Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach. Often the organizations accept volunteers and donations. This list is …

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  Deerfield Island is a natural area on the Intracoastal Waterway in north Broward that’s accessible by boat. Free water shuttle excursions to Deerfield Island Natural Area are weather permitting, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.  The free boat shuttle service usually runs from a dock at Sullivan Park, 1701 Riverview Road, Deerfield Beach, at 10 a.m., …

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For folks who sign up for the free Family rewards program at Ikea, participating restaurants in the home goods stores offer deals. Some deals require the Family rewards ID, others do not.  Ikea restaurant deals include falafel entree is $4.99 while promotion is offered  Kids eat free Wednesdays March 30  and in April with purchase …

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