Free Events

Popular Jazz Brunch events offer an afternoon of free outdoor entertainment along scenic Riverwalk in Fort Lauderdale. The events are usually 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. on first Sundays, with performers at different points along Riverwalk and Esplanade Park, 400 SW 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale. Jazz Brunch If you’d like, bring your own picnic or …

For fun, free outdoor excursions, lots of people delight in nature walks in parks.  For extra fun, direct your attention on birds. If you’re interested in bird watching or birding, libraries in Broward and greater Palm Beach loan equipment for free.  Sierra Taliaferro, a parks naturalist in Broward, offers some information on the delightful activity. “All …

The fall months always usher in outdoor festivals, thanks to the pleasant weather and comfort of being outdoors. That’s why the City of Doral is hosting the two-day Downtown Doral Arts Festival Saturday, Nov. 15 and Sunday, Nov. 16 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at NW 53 St. and 83 Ave. in Doral. The …

Get ready for a fun time on Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025, when the 50th Annual Winternational Thanksgiving Day parade rolls through downtown North Miami along NE 125 St. from 6th to 12th Avenues. The parade kicks off at 10 a.m. and will feature… Marching bands from various Miami-Dade high schools with color guard …

Magic City Opera is inviting the public to enjoy an afternoon of Opera and Choral Music for free.   It takes place on Sunday, Nov. 2, at 4 p.m. for one hour at Christ the King Lutheran Church in Pinecrest. The program will feature music by Tchaikovsky, Rachmaninoff, Dvorak, The Beatles, Mozart and Puccini. For …

We know you like streaming movies to watch while curled up on the couch or reclining in your favorite chair. But you have to admit, there’s nothing quite like sharing the in-person experience with other viewers and munching on freshly popped corn or other snacks from the movie theater concession. Well, this looks like another …

While lots of parks in South Florida are relatively flat, Vista View Park in Davie is distinctive for its relatively tall terrain, with parts about 65 feet above sea level. Entry to Vista View  is free on weekdays. On weekends and holidays, the fee is $3 per vehicle for up to 8 people or $20 …

For frugal entertainment, Weston offers occasional outdoor movies that are free for kids and adults.  Outdoor films in Weston Regional Park in 2025 include: 7:30 p.m. November 1 “Transformers”  Outdoor films in 2026 include 7:30 p.m. January 24 “Superman”  8 p.m. March 6 “Smurfs”  Weather occasionally postpones plans for outdoor activities, so it’s wise to …

These concerts have been cancelled. If you haven’t heard the U.S. Army Field Band & Soldiers’ Chorus before, you’re in for a treat. The U.S. Army Field Band was founded in 1946 and the Soldiers’ Chorus 1957. They have performed in all 50 states and in 30 countries before hundreds of millions of people. The …

Free Fall events for kids and families are offered at several parks in Fort Lauderdale. Fall Festival events  in 2025 at  Fort Lauderdale Parks. Riverland Park Fall Festival is 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. November 8 at Riverland Park, 950 SW 27th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale 33312 Croissant Park Fall Festival is 1 p.m. to 4 …

Young artists in kindergarten to high school are displaying their talents at the Young at Art Festival of the Arts in Plantation.  Young At Art is an arts venue for kids and families. It’s based at the Broward Mall.  The festival in 2025 is 12 p.m. – 4 p.m. Saturday, November 15, and entry is …