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There’s a new addition to the Miami skyline and it’s throwing a grand-opening bash that includes a free concert, laser light show, fireworks, confetti storm and a whole a lot more. Miami Worldcenter Grand Opening When: Thursday, May 22, 2025; doors open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 7:30 p.m. Where: Miami Worldcenter, 850 …

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Summer break traditionally starts with Memorial Day and CityPlace is kicking off the holiday weekend and the playful season with a full day’s worth of family fun. Summer Social at CityPlace on Saturday, May 24, 2025, features a day filled with activities for all ages.  Schedule includes the following from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.: …

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If you like watching films out in the open air, Las Olas Oceanside Park in Fort Lauderdale offers occasional events with free flicks. Free movies  in 2025 include: 8 p.m. Friday, May 30  ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’ with festivities at 6 p.m. including photo booth South Florida Pride Marching Band free popcorn for ages 15 …

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Here’s a free event for kids of all ages with advance registration. The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts will encourage kids to connect, self-express, meditate, dance and practice joy. The day will feature performances, presentations and hands-on workshops led by Miami artists and art therapists.  What: Art + Mind Day, in cooperation with …

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Local students with passion for the creative arts will be strutting their stuff for four hours during this Spring Recital Showcase, featuring music, dance, theater and visual arts.  Spring Recital Showcase, 2025: When: Sunday, May 18, from 4 to 8 p.m. Where: CG Community Development nonprofit building, at 1201 S. Federal Highway Lake Worth Beach, …

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Here’s an opportunity to honor the special women in your lives, for free. This Mother’s Day, the Shops of Merrick Park is offering families a chance to capture precious moments with a complimentary professional photography experience. Free: Professional family photos for Mother’s Day Key details: Professional photographer @JesusFoto will be taking candid family portraits Sunday, …

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Latin rhythms with live bands are featured at free events at a park in Fort Lauderdale. Viernes Musicals are at Riverland Park, 954-828-5320, 950 SW 27th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale 33312. Feel free to bring seating and snacks. In 2025, events include: 7 p.m.  Friday, April 11  Orquesta Calle Sol 7 p.m.  Friday, May 9 Mikey’s …

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Grab a bite from your favorite food trucks. Groove to music. Coral Springs is hosting Bites-n-Sips and entry is free. Food and drinks are available for purchase.  Events in 2025 include  5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Friday, May 9 with DJ entertainment, hula hoop events and photo ops. A scavenger hunt is among the activities. …

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Get ready for some family fun, learning, sharing and showing some Jewish pride. The PJ Library is hosting a free community event featuring bounce houses, crafts, mitzvah projects, Israeli music, food trucks, and other activities. Celebration of Israel, Boca Raton When: Sunday, May 4, 2025, from 1 to 4 p.m. Where: Patch Reef Park, 2000 …

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