What can you do for fun this weekend without spending a lot of money? Here are our top picks for free and cheap things to do in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach and throughout South Florida!
Events Miami
The Gifford Lane Art Stroll will return for its 26th year on Sunday, March 1, 2026, from noon to 5 p.m. The free event takes place along Gifford Lane in Coconut Grove, a normally sleepy little residential block near the Kirk Monroe tennis courts between Oak and Day Avenues (3200 block). The event is free. …
Reminiscent of the early days of Wynwood and the open-air entertainment and food space Wynwood Yard, The Foodie Park located in West Coconut Grove known as Little Bahamas, is a similar concept. The Foodie Park is located at 3659 Grand Ave., Coconut Grove and open Mondays to Saturdays from 1-11 p.m. and Sundays 1-6 p.m. …
The heart of South Miami gets overrun with art, food, live music and a beer garden during the 2026 SOMI Art Fest Saturday, Feb. 21, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 22, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free. Stroll through downtown South Miami viewing the art of more than …
Rene Rodriguez, former film critic for The Miami Herald, now runs the Cosford Cinema on the University of Miami Campus and he’s always coming up with some type of innovative film series. No tickets are required unless noted. Up next… Wednesday, Jan. 21 at 9 p.m. and Friday, Jan. 23 at 8 p.m. …
The Moss Center is hosting several Party on the Plaza events with free admission and free music, plus food and beverage vendors. Tickets are usually available a week before the concert but it’s not unusual for seats to sell out quickly. These are the upcoming events: Latin Groove Project on Friday, Feb. 13, 2026 from …
All aboard! The Gold Coast Railroad Museum offers free admission on the first Saturday of every month, so get the family or friends together and head on out! The museum, at 12450 SW 152nd St. (next to Zoo Miami) houses historic trains as well as a number of interactive displays. Hours are 10 a.m. to …
Coral Gables Museum welcomes you to “Family Day on Aragon” on the third Saturday of each month, with free admission, live music and special activities. Upcoming event is on Sat., Feb. 21 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.: Artmaking by TMP The teen-led volunteer and education group TMP hosts a …
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 …
Miami Beach Family Day is an annual citywide event with numerous activities happening at a variety of sites that has something for all ages. You get to choose which ones interest you and they are all free for Miami Beach residents. This year’s event is scheduled for Saturday, April 4 and details are forthcoming. Last …
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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