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Now that the holidays are over (or are they?) South Floridians can get back in the groove of attending feasts and festivals, with music, dance, activities and entertainment. Here’s a sampling of what is happening in Palm Beach County during January of 2025: Food Trucks, Lakeside Market & Free Concerts, Wellington From Thursday, Jan. 2, …

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The popular Fort Lauderdale Greek Festival is Jan. 30-Feb. 2, 2025, at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Fort Lauderdale. The event includes food and entertainment, music, dancing and a kids’ fun zone, plus carnival rides. When: 5 to 10 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 30; noon to 11 p.m. Friday, Jan. 31, and Saturday, Feb. 1, and …

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The annual St. Coleman’s Catholic Church Italian Festival is back for its 41st year in 2025. The free event will be Feb. 14-16 at St. Coleman Catholic Church in Pompano Beach. The event will include plenty of Italian food, carnival rides, live music, a silent auction, a car raffle, arts and craft vendors and more.  …

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If you like reading, and free events, the Fort Lauderdale International Book Fair offers free entry. The event in 2025 is 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, February 1, at Esplanade Park, 400 SW Second Street, Fort Lauderdale. The event includes vendors, authors and food trucks.  Esplanade park is on the delightful Fort Lauderdale Riverwalk.   …

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The Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau (GMCVB) is making it easier and affordable to enjoy Greater Miami and Miami Beach’s culturally rich neighborhoods, history and communities with the return of Miami Arts, Culture & Heritage Months. Click on the above link to see all the deals. Through Jan. 31, 2025, locals and visitors can …

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Renowned international and local performers are among in the exciting slate of artists featured at Jazz Fest Pompano Beach. Jazz Fest Pompano Beach in 2025 is Friday and Saturday, January 24-25, with some performances at the beach. Food vendors and art vendors are featured at the events. Entry is free, and registration online is requested. …

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Hollywood Pride is hosting a street festival in the downtown area. The event in 2025 is 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, January 26 in the 1900 block of Hollywood Boulevard, and entry is free. My Hollywood Pride includes: food vendors youth zone art exhibits entertainment including DJ Bumi Vikina Peacock Dancers Symon Plante Matthew …

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To honor the memory of the Rev. Dr. Luther King, Jr., here is a list of some of the activities planned to commemorate events taking place on this annual holiday for 2025. Greater Palm Beach Riviera Beach Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Celebration includes bands, dance teams and local groups …

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Go to a parade. Participate in a festival and listen to live music. Broward offers varied events for the Martin Luther King  holiday. The federal holiday emphasizes social and political freedom and equality. Festivities recognize the accomplishments and values of King, who promoted peaceful  advocacy for social justice. MLK events in 2025 in Broward include …

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Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, is Martin Luther King Jr. Day – and you can honor the civil rights leader’s legacy during special events planned throughout Miami-Dade County.  Some events are different dates. Please return to this feature as other events are added. Miami Gardens MLK Day of Service from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Jan. …

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Food demonstrations for kids and families, live entertainment and food trucks are featured at Picnic in the Park at Las Olas Oceanside Park in Fort Lauderdale. Picnic in the Park in 2025 is 12 p.m. – 4p.m. Sunday January 19, and entry is free. Picnic in the Park is part of Visit Lauderdale Food and …

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