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Grab your towel.  Tamarac Parks and Recreation is offering a Water Safety Expo and Free Swim event. Water Safety Expo in 2023 is 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. May 13, with free entry and registration is required. The event is at the aquatic facilities, 9300 NW 58th Street, Tamarac 33321, and it includes 10 a.m. …

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Entry is free for Grand Prix fun & entertainment at an oceanside park in Fort Lauderdale. Grand Prix Beach Party is May 6 – May 8 at Las Olas Oceanside Park (LOOP) Events & activities include Alfa Romeo vehicles   food trucks Formula 1 watch party 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. May 8 on video …

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Free entertainment for kids is offered in Weston. Salty Sue an entertaining pirate is featured 1:30 p.m. & 3 p.m. April 15, and youngsters need to be accompanied by an adult. Organizers describer the Salty Sue as “a seriously silly pirate who brings music, magic, original sea tales and a boatload of pirate lore to …

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For a twist on a day at the ocean in South Florida, pitch in picking up litter on the shoreline in Hollywood and see resident rescued sea turtles dining on greens and swimming in a saltwater pool. The event in 2023 is  9 a.m. to 2 p.m.  April 1, with free entry.  The event features …

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The picturesque New River in Fort Lauderdale is the scene of a lively event featuring thousands of floating rubber ducks and opportunities to win exciting prizes. Duck Fest Derby in 2023 is 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.  April 1 at Esplanade Park, 400 SW 2nd St., Fort Lauderdale. The event, which supports an organization that …

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Free entertainment and fun events, including an auto show, are offered occasionally at a unique shopping venue in Pompano Beach. Festival Marketplace, at 2900 W. Sample Road, is a bit like a bazaar. It features about 250 vendors, which are primarily independent shops. The marketplace occasionally offers events and entertainment. Free events at Festival Marketplace …

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For youngsters who are fascinated with trucks, Plantation is offering a perfect event. Touch a Truck in Plantation includes opportunities to walk right up to and possibly sit inside fire trucks, tractors and other vehicles. In 2023, the free event is 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. March 18, with no horns 9 a.m. – 10 …

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Free trees and plants are distributed to eligible Broward residents at an outdoor event in Davie that includes educational exhibits, fun for youngsters and food vendors. The event is fun and educational for everyone and some exhibitors offer free items for everyone, while supplies last. Water Matters Day  in 2023 is 9 a.m. – 3 …

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