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Fort Lauderdale is throwing a Great American Beach Party to kick off Memorial Day Weekend. The fun and free event in 2026 is 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, May 23, at the beach and Las Olas Oceanside Park.  Throw on your favorite pair of shades and pack up your towels & sunscreen. Family-friendly fun …

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The Miami Film Festival’s Cuban Cinema Series returns to the Koubek Center, 2705 SW 27th Ave., Little Havana with a free screening of the documentary “Naranjo,” on Friday, May 22 at 7 p.m. Click here to RSVP for a free ticket. This documentary by filmmaker Jorge A. Soliño spotlights the life of self-taught painter Orlando …

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If you prefer to skip the crowded beaches but want to do something other than a traditional poolside barbecue on Memorial Day weekend, here’s something to consider and admission is free all four days. Visit the Amazing Art Expo from Friday, May 22, through Monday, May 25. Hours are Friday from 6 to 9 p.m., …

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La Zarzuela Inc. is hosting a couple of Zarzuela Delights performances in May at two venues in Miami-Dade celebrating the traditional Spanish performance art that incorporates music, dance and theater. The performances are happening on two consecutive Saturdays, May 23 at 8 p.m. at Miami Beach Community Church, 1620 Drexel Ave. and May 30 at …

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PEW-PEW! May the Fandom Be with You. Fans of all ages are invited to have fun at this year’s Mandel Fan Fest, a celebration of “All Things Fandom.” This PG-13 mega event is for all ages, including adults. Mandel Fan Fest When: Saturday, May 23, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Mandel Public Library, 411 …

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The Norton Museum of Art is so much more than just an art museum. It has also become a conduit for bringing people together by hosting free community events and interactive activities. This is not your mother’s boring downtown museum. It is actually a museum in a garden setting, with exhibits inside to explore and …

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Spend Monday, Memorial Day, 2026, with free admission for active military and veterans and a vintage garden shop experience at Mounts Botanical Garden, 531 N. Military Trail,  in West Palm Beach, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. I.D. required. Mounts Botanical Garden welcomes everyone to kick off summer with a day filled with beauty, reflection, …

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Where can you find hundreds of exhibitors and thousands of products in one place? Check this out: West Palm Beach Spring Home Show When: Friday to Monday, May 22-25, 2026 Times: Friday, Saturday & Sunday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Monday 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Location: Palm Beach County Convention Center, 650 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm …

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Get ready to groove to some ’80s favorites with Patrick Lamb’s Tribute to Earth, Wind & Fire. Plus, the opening act will be a special performance by student musicians trained by the School of Rock. Earth, Wind & Fire tribute concert When: Friday, May 22, 2026, from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Opening act: School of …

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