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For an entertaining evening out, Pembroke Pines is hosting Beats & Bites featuring favorite hits from different decades and food trucks.  Regional bands perform at the events and entry is free.  Beats & Bites events are 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in 2026, including: February 26: DJ Sama, ’80s and ’90s March 19 May 28 …

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Decorative porcelain, pottery and glassware from local and international artists are on display at the Wiener Museum of Decorative Arts in Hollywood. Occasionally, WMODA offers free events.  Featured free event 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday February 21: Free entry day for Splash! exhibition showcasing glass and other art pieces related to the ocean.  The …

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Renowned international and local performers are among in the exciting slate of artists featured at Jazz Festival Pompano Beach. Jazz Fest Pompano Beach in 2026 is 1 p.m. – 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, April 18- April 19 , with performances at the beach. Food vendors and art vendors are featured at the events. Entry …

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Oakland Park and Art Fusion Galleries are hosting Oakland Park Art Walk. Entry is free for the event. The Art Walk events in 2026 include: 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.  Saturday, February 21 Saturday, May 16  Saturday, August 15  Saturday, November 21   South Florida artists are featured at booths at and around Art Fusion …

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Whether it’s an emphasis on romance, hanging out with friends, family and your pet, or treating yourself, Valentine’s Day is a perfect occasion to do something special. South Florida offers plenty of things to do, including lots of free live performances and art events.  Some of the Valentine events and date ideas are offered before …

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Old Davie School is offering a Valentine event entitled Love Letter Day. The event includes an opportunity to write a love letter using an old-fashioned dip pen and ink . Old Davie School Love Letter Day in 2026 is 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Saturday February 14, with discounted entry fees of $5. Old Davie School, …

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Rather than pick a restaurant, dine on selections from a variety of establishments in Oakland Park. Taste of Oakland Park  in 2026 is 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, April 17, and tickets are required. Tickets are $20 in advance at $25 at the gate, if any are still available. It’s an outdoor event at …

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Save your appetite.   Tamarac Food and Wine Festival in 2026 is 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Friday, April 17, and free entry is offered.  The event features food demonstrations and entertainment. Food items and wine tastings are available for purchase from food trucks and other vendors. VIP tickets are $85.  Entertainment features recording artist Busy …

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Pull out your favorite flip flops. If you’re interested in volunteering to protect the ocean from plastic discards and other marine litter, some events in Broward include pick-up projects at the beach.  Here are some opportunities to celebrate Earth Day, including cleaning up beaches.  Fort Lauderdale 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, April 11, and …

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Nature exhibits, a raffle for a rain barrel and other raffles, and vendors are featured at EarthFest in north Broward.  The event in 2026 is 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Saturday, April 25 and entry is free.   Venue Sawgrass Nature Center in Coral Springs  3000 Sportsplex Drive, Coral Springs 33065 Residents of Coral Springs are …

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