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The Miami Beach Classical Music Festival will present their free Summer Series through Aug. 31 with concerts at various locations around Miami Beach. Click here to reserve tickets. Here is the remaining line-up: Every Saturday and Sunday in August at 5 and 7 p.m. Temple Emanu-El, 1701 Washington Ave. Immersive Galactic Symphony with the orchestra, …

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Calling all Parrotheads to take part in a free tribute concert to honor long-time, part-time Palm Beach County resident Jimmy Buffett, whose timeless music captures the spirit and soul of South Florida. “Wastin’ Away on the Waterfront,” West Palm Beach Thursday, Aug. 28, 2025, at Centennial Square & Great Lawn, from 6 to 9 p.m. …

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Grab your cowboy hat and boots, August is National Black Business Month and the City of Boynton Beach will offer a chance for the public to discover and support Black-owned businesses and their unique products and services. This year’s western-inspired theme will feature DJ music and invites everyone to dress in their best rodeo attire, with …

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You may not know much about Ukrainian culture, food or music, except maybe for Chicken Kiev or those bright colored costumes for folk dancers performing with lots of high energy clapping and foot stomping. So, here’s your chance to broaden your cultural horizon.   What: Ukrainian Cultural Fest When: Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025, from 5 …

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For a taste of India in Fort Lauderdale, the India Independence Day Festival includes entertainment, food and things to do for kids. Shop from vendors featuring apparel, jewelry and henna designs. Delight in dancing and other live performances representing different regions of India. India Independence Day Festival in 2025 is 11:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. …

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If you’re a fan of taiko drumming and Japanese culture, this annual event is right up your alley. Obon Festival When: Saturday-Sunday, Aug. 16-17, 2025, opens at 10 a.m. Where: Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens, 4000 Morikami Park Road, Delray Beach Cost: Taiko drumming $5-$10 (does not include museum admission). Website Obon is a traditional …

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The Summer Savings Pass is a one-price deal good for entry to three South Florida attractions. That’s some savings! This year’s pass is valid for May 16 through Aug. 31, 2025, and is $67.99 plus tax for adults and $56.99 plus tax for children (age 3 to 12).  The pass is good for the following …

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If you’re free Labor Day, South Florida offers plenty of things to do, including things that are free and some attractions offering discounts. Many parks and natural areas are open. Various attractions are open.  Here are free and relatively inexpensive things to do and deals on September 1, which is Labor Day, and a few …

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Fort Lauderdale is featuring a Labor Day weekend Festival with live rock ‘n roll, vintage vehicles on display, and shopping. The festival in 2025 is 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, August 31, at North Beach Restaurants and Shoppes, on Northeast 32nd Street Street from 33rd Avenue  to A1A. Entry is free. Entertainment  includes The …

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It’s time to start thinking about sending the kids back to school. Some free school supplies are offered at lots of events in Miami-Dade County for students returning to school for the 2025 fall session. Events sometimes include free physicals, food vouchers, or even free haircuts. Back To School events occasionally include fun activities and …

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