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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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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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Vendors exhibiting art and other handmade items are featured at Art In The Atrium in Hollywood. The event in 2025 is 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, January 18, at Lippman recreation, 2030 Polk Street 33020.  Entertainment features Neville Humphreys. Free & inexpensive things to do this weekend in South Florida Sign up for the …

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Valentine’s Day weddings are especially romantic. If you and your partner want to wed on Valentine’s Day or renew your vows, public officials South Florida are accommodating that request. Fort Lauderdale A free group Valentine’s Day wedding event in 2025 is 11:30 a.m. February 14 in downtown Fort Lauderdale.  It’s open to a limited number …

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In Fort Lauderdale, All Saints Episcopal offers occasional entertaining events for free. Events in 2025 include 7:30 p.m. Friday, January 17 Girl Choir of South Florida and Choir Next Door The church is at 333 Tarpon St., Fort Lauderdale. Entry is free. A donation of $10 is suggested. Free & inexpensive things to do this …

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If you’re a history buff, or just radically curious, grab your earplugs if you’ve ever wondered what a battlefield re-enactment is like.   What: Seminole War Battlefield Reenactment When: Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Where: Loxahatchee River Battlefield Park, 9060 W. Indiantown Road, Jupiter     The public is invited …

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Entry is free for Rhythm by the River “Black Voices” Festival in Fort Lauderdale, which features live performances, activities and food trucks. The Rhythm By The River festival in 2025 is 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, January 26, at Esplanade Park on the delightful Riverwalk promenade. Performers and activities include Dillard High School Jazz …

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For family friendly outdoor excursion, a fair in Southwest Ranches offers rides, games and food vendors. Southwest Ranches Country Fair in 2025 is Thursday – Monday, January 16-January 20 at 16290 Griffin Road 33331.  Entry is free. You pay for rides, snacks from food trucks,  and other items you want to purchase. Parking is free. …

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Shop or browse among vendor displays featuring nautical gear and accessories at a park in Pompano. The Nautical Flea Market includes boating items, beach attire, boat shoes, jewelry, art, and entertainment. If you’d like to nibble, food vendors are included. The shopping event  in 2025 is 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, January 18, and …

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Hollywood features a delightfully quirky event for Groundhog Day. Participants dine on breakfast and then dip into the ocean on Sunday, February 2, which is Groundhog Day. Groundhog Day is a whimsical American tradition in which a groundhog provides a hint about the future winter weather. In Hollywood, Groundhog Day festivities in 2025 are 6:30 …

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