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Celebrate the arrival of 2026 in Downtown Miami during the Miami Downtown Development Authority’s 1ONE New Year’s Day Celebration on Thursday, Jan. 1 from 3 to 7 p.m. at 174 E. Flagler St.  The free, family-friendly block party will include live bands, DJs, vendors and activities for kids.  To keep up with latest news, sign …

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Start your new Year with some fabulous music and fireworks! Orchestra Miami, Miami’s premiere professional orchestra, invites you to ring in the New Year with a spectacular free beachfront concert in which Latin meets jazz meets classical music. This free, family-friendly event will take place on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, on the beach in Collins …

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Free events and entertainment for kids and adults are offered at Plantation Walk, a pedestrian-friendly shopping and dining plaza in Plantation. Plantation Walk is at 321 N. University Drive, Plantation. Events usually are free, with free parking. Pets are usually permitted. Outside food and beverages are typically not permitted. Events at Plantation Walk Holiday Events …

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It’s a party. New Year’s Eve events in Miramar Regional Park include entertainment, food trucks and fireworks. Entry is free. Parking is $10.  New Year’s Eve events in 2025 in Miramar include  12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, December 31, with kids’ activities including inflatables, face painting, and DJ entertainment 9 p.m. to 12:30 am. …

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The Fiesta De Pueblo & Business Expo is a free, community-wide event being held on Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. in Greenacres. Admission is free; prices for food and vendors, etc. vary. This festival promises to be a colorful display of Hispanic culture that not only features parades, games and …

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Festive theme decorated trees and a Hanukkah display are featured at a free Winter Wonderland exhibit in Plantation.  The indoor exhibit at Plantation Historical Museum includes a mini train village, a gift shop and occasional extra festive events. Extra events feature Santa and live entertainment. In 2025 the display with about 40 trees  is open …

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Here’s a sample of the dialogue of this new scary movie from Paramount Pictures: 911. What’s your emergency? He’s acting crazy. He killed all the others. Who killed the others? We’re in Hawaii! This is crazy. The film will be shown at Regal Dania Pointe on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2026, before it opens nationwide on …

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All of Howard Alan Events and American Craft Endeavour shows are free of charge for visitors. Plus, artists are on site for the duration of the events, allowing visitors to discover the creative inspirations and processes behind every piece. Attendees can stroll along city blocks and chat with artists while viewing their works, including larger-than-life …

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Shop for fresh produce, prepared foods, vintage treasures, art, decor and other items from South Florida vendors, farmers and artisans at the many farmers’ markets and vendor fairs in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. The South Florida farmers markets and vendor fairs often include opportunities for extra fun and entertainment like yoga, live music, …

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Kwanzaa is a holiday that focuses on the heritage and values that represent the African-American population. A Kwanzaa Ujamaa event in 2025 at Provident Park in Fort Lauderdale is 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, December 29, and entry is free.  The event features Afrocentric entertainment and festivities.  Ujamaa is a facet of the holiday that …

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Thrive Art District in Fort Lauderdale hosts a monthly (or so) Art Walk with art exhibits, food trucks and vendors. Entertainment is featured at the event.  Art Walks in 2025 include: 6 to 10 p.m. Saturday, December 27. The event will include entertainment by the School of Rock band, arts and crafts vendors, food and …

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