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Holiday festivities at a park in Fort Lauderdale include live local performances, bounce houses and train rides. It’s a merry event. Entry is free.  Parking is free. Light Up Carter Park 5 p.m. – 8 p.m. Friday, December 13 1450 W. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale, 954-828-5411 The event includes face painting and a holiday tree …

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Where can you find performances of Afro-Cuban dance, samba percussion, taiko drumming, merengue music, rumba dance and Polynesian hula? At HistoryMiami’s annual Culture Fest 305 on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free, but advance registration is required. This is truly a folklife festival that celebrates human enthusiasm and …

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During Miami winters, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden transforms itself into The NightGarden, an enchanted, illuminated experience full of fantasy and wonderment – where things like the Wise Talking Tree, Archimedes and Flying Fairies come to life. This gorgeous magical garden is scheduled to open on Nov. 15, 2024 through Jan. 12, 2025. Feast your eyes …

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If you’re a fan of fried ravioli, pizza and other Italian fare, save your appetite for Feast of Little Italy Italian Festival in Jupiter.  Entry is free for the event, which includes food for purchase, live music, bocce, art, food demonstrations and wine seminars. There will be lots of authentic Italian food for sale. Feast …

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Sanborn Square in downtown Boca Raton will be taken over by tents and tables of artists and throngs of art lovers three weekends this winter for the Boca Raton Fine Arts Show. In addition to the juried art show and youth art competition, there will be live music, entertainment and food vendors. This outdoor art …

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Assumption of Blessed Virgin Mary Ukrainian Catholic Church will present a free “Ukrainian Christmas Traditions” concert featuring “Carols of the Bells” plus food, crafts and more starting at 4 p.m. Saturday, December 7, 2024. The event will begin at 4 p.m. with food, crafts and more. The “Carols of the Bells” concert will begin at 5:30 …

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Displays featuring artwork from professional and student artists, live performances and interactive workshops are included at Art & Music Fest in the Pines in Pembroke Pines. The popular event  in 2024 is 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, November 2 and 12 p.m. to  5 p.m. Sunday, November 3, with free entry. Feel free to supply …

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Whether you’re a creative crafter or maybe just appreciate unique handicrafts, or just like to browse a variety of homemade works by local artisans to get ideas for your own projects, this event is for you.  What: 34th annual Holiday Craft Fair When: Dec. 7-8, 2024, Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. & Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. …

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Hollywood is featuring a whimsical nautical event in which participants paddle their own DIY watercraft. The event is at Hollywood Marina. What: Cardboard Boat Regatta Rescheduled 2024 event: 10 a.m. November 2 Where: Hollywood Marina, 700 Polk Street, Hollywood Entry is free. Parking is free. Watch YouTube videos. Rules and registration are online. Boats are …

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Despite its name, Dia de Los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a festive celebration in South American and Central America to honor deceased relatives, satirize the living, and entice the spirits to visit flower-laden altars with food “offerings.” It is considered a cheerful celebration rather than one of mourning. Lake Worth Dia de …

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Treat yourself to live concerts at First Presbyterian Church in Fort Lauderdale. Several are free.  If you’d like, you may make a donation. Free performances in 2024 include: 7 p.m. Saturday, November 2. Festival Singers of Florida concert. 4 p.m. Sunday, December 15. First Presbyterian Church Christmas Concert, free entry with premium tickets for $40. Venue …

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