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St. Patrick’s Day on is an occasion for parades and festivals, including in Fort Lauderdale. Pull out your favorite emerald apparel and delight in the festive vibe.  St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival in Fort Lauderdale in 2026 is 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, March 14, and entry is free. Parade The parade is …

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Set your sights for an adventure in the South Florida wilderness. Perhaps you’ll navigate a shady path through a lush forest. Or perch yourself on a riverbank where herons are wading in the water and turtles are poking their heads out. Tune in to the visual displays, scents and sounds of the outdoor environment. Some …

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Free festivities in Hollywood for St. Patrick’s Day include a festival and lively parade with floats and NYPD Emerald Society Pipe and Drum band.  St. Patricks Day Parade is on Hollywood Boulevard and Harrison Street in downtown Hollywood. Festivities in 2026 are 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, March 15, with a parade at 1 …

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If you like lively theme festivals, put this event on your to do list. Blarney Bash features food, beverages and entertainment with an Irish twist. The event in 2026 is 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Friday, March 6, in Coral Springs, and entry is free.  The event includes: food trucks and adult beverages for purchase …

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The South Florida Amateur Astronomy Association offers telescopes at Fox Observatory in Sunrise for peering into the night sky. Fox Observatory is in Markham Park, 16001 W. State Road 84, Sunrise 33326.  The facility is usually open Saturdays from about dusk until about 11 p.m, weather permitting, and representatives of South Florida Amateur Astronomers Association …

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Picnic de Libros is a bilingual, family day program featuring storytelling, theatre, music, arts and crafts, dance, and picnic baskets full of books for families to enjoy together. The event is free and its main goal is to expose kids to the richness and variety of the cultural traditions in our diverse community. Use this …

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The Museum of Contemporary Art in North Miami is the place to check out groundbreaking and thought-provoking exhibitions and catch live jazz acts on the last Friday of the month during the free Jazz at MOCA. However, it’s also where to go for other free and cheap events. There’s something for everyone all month long including …

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The public is invited to help celebrate diversity in the arts at the Multicultural Youth Arts Festival on Friday, March 6, 2026, from 4 to 9 p.m. Works displayed will include elementary, middle, and high school art, performances, ethnic food, crafts, and entrepreneurship that relate to their culture. No admission fee; vendor prices vary. What …

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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 maybe sit inside fire trucks, tractors and other vehicles. In 2026, the free event is 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, March 14, with no horns 9 a.m. to …

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Be there, the fair! The Miami-Dade County Youth Fair is happening March 12 through April 5, 2026. This year’s theme is “Wild About the Fair.” New offerings in 2026 include the Safari Encounter by Immersive Productions with an Instagrammable iconic entrance photo moment. There are also several one-day only events like food contests, culinary presentations …

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The Good Day Market is a free curated, outdoor community Sunday market hosted in Boynton Beach and Delray Beach. It’s a farmers market, but with so much more. They not only highlight small and local businesses, but also offer handmade goods, artisan products, boutique finds, vintage pieces, art, plants, specialty food, drinks, and activities for …

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