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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!
Lake Worth Beach’s free oceanside event will continue with entertainment and night market but there will be no bonfire due to drought conditions. This will be the last event like this for a while, however, bonfires will resume at the end of turtle nesting season. What to take Pack your towels, beach chairs, coolers and …
If you’d like homework help for your kids, local libraries in South Florida offer it online for free. At some libraries, in-person tutoring is available. Also, SAT prep is often is available at these libraries. To receive tutoring, you register with your personal library number to set up an online account. Obtaining a library account …
Welcome the Year of the Fire Horse with music, crafts, and a fireworks display. Lunar New Year celebration When: Friday, Feb. 20, 2026, from 5 to 10 p.m. Where: Norton Museum of Art, 1450 S. Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach For more details, call 561-832-5196 or visit norton.org. Other activities include traditional crafts of making …
The Northwood Art & Music Warehouse is a creative cooperative that supports local artists and musicians and is also a cool place to hang out and enjoy the vibe. Prices may vary per performer. Bonfire Winter Sessions When: Friday, Feb. 20, 2026, from 6 to 10 p.m. Where: Northwood Art & Music Warehouse, 933 28th …
Enjoy live music every Thursday at Clematis by Night.
Take advantage of this ongoing series of free concerts under the stars, with food trucks and vendors, plus pop-up family events in 2026. Pop-Up Biergarten When: Thursday through Saturday, Feb. 19-21, from 4 to 9 p.m. Where: Wellington Amphitheater Features: Lakeside Market, Food Truck & Music series, Saturday concert; Sunday concert. Cost: Free admission; vendor …
TurtleFest is not only a cool name for a fun and free family event but it also helps support sea turtles and the oceans where they reside. Plus, there’s nonstop entertainment, food & drink options, vendors, exhibits, hands-on activities and more. The festival is on Saturday & Sunday, Feb. 21-22, 2026, from 10 a.m. to …
The Norton Museum of Art is inviting families to enjoy performances, art projects, meditative practices to set the tone for the year ahead, Docent-led tours, and authentic snacks to honor the year of the horse. In addition to art projects, docents will host 15-minute spotlight tours of the collection in English and Spanish every Saturday. …
More than 600 artists will transform the streets of downtown Lake Worth Beach into a stunning outdoor exhibit that will also feature live entertainment on three stages, plus a food court. Admission is free. Watch as original artworks and reproductions of masterpieces come to life, only to fade away with the next rain. What: Lake …
This year’s Lantern Festival highlights the energy and symbolism of the Year of the Horse, shining a spotlight on Asian culture and artistry. Enjoy traditional Asian music, a dynamic Lion Dance performance, cultural demonstrations, and a pop-up experience featuring Asian-inspired food. Lunar New Year Lantern Festival, West Palm Beach When: Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, from …
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