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The Ocean Drive Promenade Music Series presents a free concert every Sunday from 6-7:30 p.m. between 14th Street and 14th Place in Lummus Park on Ocean Drive in Miami Beach in front of The Betsy Hotel.  Concerts feature talented local South Florida performers. Bring a picnic, lawn chairs, blankets, and your whole gang to enjoy …

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Four blocks of Ocean Drive from 11th to 15th Streets at Lummus Park will be taken over completely by the Hyundai Air & Sea Show on Saturday and Sunday, May 24-25, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will be a dedicated Kids Zone, with games and activities; an Action Zone, with demonstrations; a …

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Street Stages is back with an all-new spring series of free outdoor concerts, thanks to Olympia Arts MIAMI. The spring series for 2025 will once again be “Taking Art to the Street.” Taking Art to the Street When: Thursdays & Saturdays, from 5 to 8:45 p.m., through May 24, 2025 Where: 148 E. Flagler St., …

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Picnics and BBQs. Parades and patriotic programs. Plenty of events honoring heroes in the Armed Forces are featured in Miami-Dade, Broward and greater Palm Beach Memorial Day weekend. Restaurants and businesses are offering deals, some for everyone, and some exclusively for military and veterans. All events below take place on Monday, May 26, 2025. Coral …

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The Bass Museum of Arts in Miami Beach opened in 1964 and showcases contemporary art in both permanent and temporary exhibits. Are you a resident of Miami Beach? If so, you’re in luck! Miami Beach Residents enjoy free admission to The Bass all year round! Present a valid ID or proof of residence and receive …

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Memorial Day is a day for parades and remembrance, picnics and barbecues — and lots of deals! Many restaurants and retailers are offering discounts and freebies over the Memorial Day weekend. Some of the deals are only for military personnel or veterans, while others are available to all. Some of the deals aren’t specifically for …

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The Summer Savings Pass is a one-price deal good for entry to three South Florida attractions. That’s some savings! This year’s pass is valid for May 16 through Aug. 31, 2025, and is $67.99 plus tax for adults and $56.99 plus tax for children (age 3 to 12).  The pass is good for the following …

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The Miami Beach Bandshell is one of the city’s busiest venues where free music and dance performances are regularly presented. The open-air location provides a gorgeous snapshot of Miami Beach and is just steps from the water. Here’s what’s coming up that’s free: Summer Celebration Thursday, June 5, 7-10 p.m. Performance by the Cuban singer …

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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. Food distributions are in Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach. Often the organizations accept volunteers and donations. This list is periodically revised to reflect new distribution sites. It’s wise to phone …

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