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  The film is off due to weather   The holiday film “The Polar Express” is shown for free in Dania. It’s 6:30 p.m. December 15, 2023, and feel free to bring a portable seat or blanket.  The film is at Meli Park, 2901 SW 52 Street, Dania Beach. Free & inexpensive things to do …

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Yes, there really are free transportation options in and around Miami. Miami-Dade County’s public transportation may still need much improvement, but several options are free.  UPDATE: MetroConnect now provides free ride-share service around Miami-Dade County that easily connects you to Metrobus, Metrorail and takes you where you need around town. More details can be found here. …

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On the second Thursday of the month, after the Frost Art Museum closes for the day, it will present an after-hours experience called Tertulia Nights. In case you didn’t know, according to Wikipedia, a tertulia is a word of Spanish origin that means a social gathering with literary or artistic overtones. The aim is to …

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Doral Yard offers “a community gathering concept with innovative culinary offerings and live music, fitness and cultural events.” Located in the downtown area at the corner of Main Street and Paseo, the white tents will let you know when you have arrived. To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily Miami-South Florida on …

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Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church is celebrating its annual North Miami Greek Food & Wine Festival, from Nov. 10-12, 2023. Admission to this event is free. From 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday and noon to 9 p.m. on Sunday, guests can enjoy a menu of authentic Greek recipes, traditional live music, a raffle …

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Family Fest continues the road trip. Through a partnership with Miami-Dade Parks, Recreation and Open Spaces, the Arsht Center introduces Family Fest in the Parks. The next event will feature live music and a family film. Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023 at 6 p.m. Free but RSVP required JL (Joe) and Enid W. Demps Park, 11350 …

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Funk or reggae. Motown or jazz.  Fort Lauderdale hosts free Carter Park Jamz events featuring a live band and food trucks the third Friday of most months. Upcoming events are: September 15. Blues Therapy & Jazz, playing old-school blues and jazz. October 20. Reaxtion Band March 15 April 19 May 17 June 21 Venue: Carter …

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For a dazzling outdoor display — including flying whales — Haulover Park is hosting Kitetober Festival. The Kite Festival is 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. October 21 and 22, 2023, and entry is free. At the event, fly your own kites if you’d like, or watch others. Kites of all shapes and styles are featured, …

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The Norton Museum of Art will be celebrating diverse cultures for Hispanic Heritage Month from noon to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 14. Rain or shine. Featured activities include art, music, dance, workshops and more. This is a free program and the public is invited to “Nuestra Cultura Community Day.” Traditions explored will be represented …

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Spend an afternoon outdoors delighting in live jazz. Sunrise Jazz in the Park is a free event. Live jazz events in 2023 include 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. October 14, featuring Nicole Yarling Quintet and DJ Special T The venue is City Park, 6600 Sunset Strip. Games and food for purchase are part of the …

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