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Holiday festivities at a park in Fort Lauderdale include local performers, bounce houses and train rides. It’s a merry event. Entry is free.  Parking is free. Light Up Carter Park In 2025, the event 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, December 12 1450 W. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-828-5411 The event includes face painting and …

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Young artists in kindergarten to high school are displaying their talents at the Young at Art Festival of the Arts in Plantation.  Young At Art is an arts venue for kids and families. It’s based at the Broward Mall.  The festival in 2025 is 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. Saturday, November 15, and entry is …

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Holiday lights and decorations glisten at a display in Pembroke Pines.  Drive-by version is offered Mondays to Thursdays and the weekends feature a walk in event with entertainment, photo ops, and a fun zone.  Oasis Church in Pembroke Pines hosts Christmas at the Oasis.  In 2025, the display is 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. December …

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If you like to be out and about with family and friends, November offers plenty of festive things to do in Broward. Events in 2025 in Broward  Home Show  South Florida Home Show in Pembroke Pines is 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, November 1, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, November 2, with …

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Santa’s Wonderland is back at Bass Pro Shops, and you’re invited to enjoy this Christmas village. Santa arrives on Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025 at 5 p.m. and the festivities will include a tree lighting, seasonal treats and a free kids’ giveaway of a Bass Christmas plush toy. From November 2 to December 24, 2025, get …

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Popular Jazz Brunch events offer an afternoon of free outdoor entertainment along scenic Riverwalk in Fort Lauderdale. The events are usually 11 a.m. – 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 …

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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 …

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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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For frugal entertainment, Weston offers occasional outdoor movies that are free for kids and adults.  Outdoor films in Weston Regional Park in 2025 include: 7:30 p.m. November 1 “Transformers”  Outdoor films in 2026 include 7:30 p.m. January 24 “Superman”  8 p.m. March 6 “Smurfs”  Weather occasionally postpones plans for outdoor activities, so it’s wise to …

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Everyone knows the movies can be an expensive adventure (especially for families), so any opportunity to save money is worthy of the spotlight. If you’re a film fanatic, Tuesday is the day to go to Regal Theatres, which has locations in Miami, Broward and Palm Beach counties. Ticket prices range from $5 to $8. Every …

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Bank of America customers can visit museums free of charge on the first full weekend of the month through the Museums On Us program. Just show your Bank of America or Merrill Lynch credit or debit card and a photo ID on Saturday or Sunday, and you will get free admission to more than 225 …

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