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The Lake Park Arts District presents a monthly Rust Market and Classic Car Show on the third Saturday of the month from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. the event includes local vendors selling a diverse selection of vintage, antique, repurposed and handcrafted goods. Visitors to the Rust Market can also see a classic and custom …

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Free concerts featuring local performers are featured at Lunch with Art Music Edition events at 12:15 p.m. the third Thursday of every month. Upcoming events in 2024 include: Jan. 18: Lauren Carter. Feb. 15: Yendi March 21: Ja’Nia Harden Feel free to bring lunch. Light refreshments are offered for purchase. Interaction is often part of …

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The City of Coconut Creek is putting on several free concerts this winter and spring as part of its Homegrown Concert series. Bring your blankets, chairs and coolers and listen to favorite South Florida bands at these family-friendly concerts.  No pets are allowed. Upcoming 2024 events: 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Friday, April 5 Moonlight …

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The Tropical Audubon Society offers free birding field trips and other events for those who want to learn more about South Florida’s feathered friends (and our real snowbirds that pass through). The group also offers butterfly and plant trips, local outings in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties and trips to other parts of Florida. …

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Kwanzaa is a holiday that focuses on African-American heritage and values. Bass Park will celebrate Kwanzaa Ujamaa, the fourth day, with a free event in Fort Lauderdale.   Ujamaa means cooperative economics and is the fourth principle of Kwanzaa. The Kwanzaa Ujamaa  event in 2024 is 2 p.m.  – 6 p.m. Friday, December 27 at …

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Festive lights, a dapper 20-foot tropical snowman named Olas, and entertainment are featured at Fort Lauderdale beach and Las Olas Oceanside Park. Holiday displays, photo ops, and lots of events are free. Las Olas Oceanside Park or LOOP is at 3000 E. Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale 33316. Events for 2024 include Live entertainment Performances …

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If you appreciate taking your own interesting holiday photos, South Florida offers some wonderful, whimsical, and festive displays. Adorable selfies. Pose with pals. Broward, Dade and greater Palm Beach offer lots of opportunities in 2023 for impressive Instagramable pictures. Plenty of places and events are free. Snow and Snowmen Dania Dania Pointe plaza offers free …

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Entertainment is featured at a holiday lighting event in Parkland. Light Up festivities in 2024 are 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday, December 13 at the Amphitheatre at Pine Trails Park. The address is 10561 Trails End, Parkland 33076. Bring a blanket or portable seat if you’d like. Broward features plenty of Light Up holiday …

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Plenty of holiday events in South Florida feature fun with pets. Here are some fun events where you can party with your favorite mutts.   2024 events Tamarac Holiday Pawty is 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Saturday, December 14 at the dog park, 8101 Southgate Boulevard, Tamarac 33321. The event includes pet adoptions and photo …

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