Events Miami

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!

The long-running, popular – and free – Jazz at MOCA has been a fixture in the North Miami community and Miami’s music scene for more than two decades. The monthly event presented by the Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami features an exciting lineup of South Florida musicians playing on the last Friday of every …

The Museum of Contemporary Art in North Miami is the place to check out groundbreaking and thought-provoking exhibitions and catch live jazz acts on the last Friday of the month during the free Jazz at MOCA. However, it’s also where to go for other free and cheap events. Here is the February lineup: Saturday, Feb. 7 …

For reducing energy use in your South Florida residence, Florida Power & Light offers free online resources. Using less electricity when the weather is frosty or hot outdoors helps save money on utilities fees. FPL Tips for Heating Homes Set your thermostat to 68 degrees or lower. Every degree below 68 saves you 5% on …

Street Stages is back with an all-new spring series of free outdoor concerts, thanks to Olympia Arts MIAMI. The winter series for 2026 through March 21 will once again be “Taking Art to the Street.” Performances are from 6-9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Here’s the schedule: Fri. Jan. 30 jazz/rock with Marsha Gayle at …

Here’s an advance screening of the new crime thriller from Amazon MGM – “Crime 101,” starring Halle Berry and Mark Ruffalo. Complimentary passes are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Crime 101 (rated-R) Aventura When: Thursday, Feb. 5, 2026, at 7 p.m. Where: AMC Aventura, 19501 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura FREE pass here! South Miami When: …

If you love great music but want to keep your arts outings affordable, the New World Symphony’s Blue Concerts are one of South Florida’s best cultural bargains. Held at the New World Center in Miami Beach, these concerts invite everyone — from first-timers to seasoned classical fans — to experience innovative orchestral music at whatever …

As a student musician, practicing your craft in front of a live audience is key and that’s what the University of Miami Frost School of Music is providing for their students through the Music at McBride Plaza Concert Series. The free outdoor concerts happen every other Thursday of the month from January through March 2025, …

The Ocean Drive Promenade Music Series presents a free concert every Sunday from 5-6:30 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 …

Free Family Day is every first Saturday of the month from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.. It’s a fun day to meet neighbors, participate in yoga and meditation and partake in that month’s themed activities. Special Event: On Saturday, Jan. 31 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. is the Grand Opening of the Chewy Bark …

For more two decades, organizers of the Martha/Mary Concerts, led by artistic founding director Paul Posnak, have been presenting award-winning musical artists. Concerts are $15 per person and $25 for Blue Circle, plus fees if you buy online. Season tickets for Blue Circle upfront seating are $88 for the entire series. The 2025-26 season runs …