Free Events

This year’s 561 Music Festival once again promises nonstop music flowing, as well as dozens of beers on tap and food trucks and art vendors on site; prices vary. FREE admission gets you 30 bands on 3 stages. No tickets required. This festival is completely free to attend for all ages and is open to …

The 2026 Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) Night in Wellington is a free public event, celebrating AAPI Heritage Month. Event features cultural performances, food trucks, and special demonstrations. Vendor prices vary. When: Thursday, May 7, 2026, from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Where: Wellington Amphitheater, 12100 Forest Hill Blvd. Website Activities include the following: …

Vintage fire truck. History of pirates display. In addition to a variety of exhibits, Plantation Historical Museum offers occasional entertainment and activities like trivia events. The museum usually is open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, with occasional exceptions. Donations are accepted. It’s wise to verify it’s open the day …

Live entertainment and food trucks are offered for the Earth Day event in Plantation.  Earth Day in Plantation in 2026 is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 18, with free entry. The Earth Day fest includes educational booths, kids activity area, and food trucks. A trash to treasure event is featured.  The festival is …

Want to hear live music? The Betsy Hotel in the heart of South Beach offers a free live music series every day. It’s a nice way to enjoy some tunes amid beautiful surroundings – and give yourself a little break any day of the week. All performances are free, with no cover or drink minimum. …

Are you a fan of the annual Piano Slam? Well, we’ve got the date for this year’s edition! The Dranoff 2 Piano Fusion will present its Piano Slam 2026 at 7 p.m. Saturday, April 18, 2026, at the Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County. The performance is free to the public. VIP …

If you’re thinking about going out for dinner, perhaps you’ll venture to a park. Food truck fare is featured at Volunteer Park in Plantation. Food trucks are at the park 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesdays, and the events usually include live entertainment or a DJ, activities and games for youngsters and local artisan vendors …

It’s free to play outdoor Bingo at a park in Sunrise. Participants receive a game packet for about nine games, while supplies last.  The events in 2026 are usually third Sundays, and entry is free. Games are at 3 p.m. and participation is limited. The event includes entertainment and prizes. The venue is Village Art …

Here’s our list of the top free events, discounts and deals to have fun in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties this week.

A free Japanese festival will take place on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at the Ichimura Miami-Japan Garden on Watson Island. From 10:30 a.m. to 4 pm., you can bask in Japanese entertainment, culture, food and music. The event includes demonstrations of sushi and ikebana as well as a Japanese tea ceremony, kisen calligraphy mural, and …

For folks who adore hanging out with their furry friends, some festivals and events in Broward are designed for people and pets.  Often the events include wonderful pets available for adoption.  Pet events in 2026 include  Doggy Fest  Dogs with talent, vendors, and pooches for adoption are featured at Doggy Fest at Tarpon River Brewing …