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. to 2 p.m. on first Sundays, with performers at different points along Riverwalk and Esplanade Park, 400 SW 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale. If you’d like, bring your own picnic or buy food …

The Bass Museum of Arts in Miami Beach opened in 1964 and showcases contemporary art in both permanent and temporary exhibits. Are you a resident of Miami Beach? If so, you’re in luck! Miami Beach Residents enjoy free admission to The Bass all year round! Present a valid ID or proof of residence and receive …

The long-running, popular – and free – Jazz at MOCA has been a fixture in the North Miami community and Miami’s music scene for more than two decades. The monthly event presented by the Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami features an exciting lineup of South Florida musicians playing on the last Friday of every …

Register online for free tickets to an outdoor play in the park. The play in 2025 is “Sound of Music.” The venue is Richardson Park, 1937 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors 33305 The play is presented May 19 through 25, May 28 through June 2 and June 4 through 9. You can register for free tickets online. …

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. – 9 p.m. Wednesdays, and usually include live entertainment or a DJ, activities and games for youngsters and local artisan vendors if you’d …

If you’re on a quest to discover a place where you can take the kids and enjoy the day for next to nothing, then the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center in Boca Raton is definitely a place for the whole family to enjoy an authentic outdoor Florida adventure. And best of all, admission is free! Some …

If you appreciate frugal excursions, plenty of entertaining events, attractions and interesting activities in Broward are ideal for a delightful date. Some are free, others are relatively inexpensive. Make the most of it. With extra dollars in your wallet, splurge on sparkling wine, a fancy dessert, or other romantic indulgence. We also have a list …

If you’re looking to soak  in the outdoors in South Florida, Fern Forest in north Broward is a lush oasis for nature walks and occasional free astronomy programs with telescopes. Delight in the scenic setting on your own or register for a guided hike. Most events are free or relatively inexpensive. Entry into the natural …

Grab your workout gear and water bottle! Summer’s the time to sweat it out and get fit. And, this summer, Planet Fitness is making exercising more affordable for families with teens. The popular fitness center is bringing back its High School Summer Pass program, inviting high school teens ages 14 to 19 to work out …

If you’d like entertainment and activities  with your shopping and dining excursions, Dania Pointe plaza in Dania Beach offers free events for kids and adults. Dania Pointe is a popular plaza with trendy shops, restaurants, Bowlero, Dania Improv and Regal theaters. Some of the venues offer Happy Hour deals. Free events & activities at Dania …

If you like watching films out in the open air, Las Olas Oceanside Park in Fort Lauderdale offers occasional events with free flicks. Free movies  in 2025 include: 8 p.m. Friday, May 30  ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’ with festivities at 6 p.m. including photo booth South Florida Pride Marching Band free popcorn for ages 15 …