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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.   Here is the March lineup: Sunday, March …

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Spring has arrived and that means plenty of events around Miami-Dade, especially annual ones like the Gifford Lane Stroll to kick off the month, then Carnaval on the Mile followed by the Calle Ocho Music Festival the next weekend. Finally, kicking off mid-month and lasting until the first week of April is the Miami-Dade County …

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Busch Wildlife Sanctuary is presenting “Movie Night On The Lawn,” So, grab the kids, blankets and chairs and load up the car for an outdoor film about the endangered Florida Panther. Path of the Panther When: Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. Where: Busch Wildlife Sanctuary, 17855 Rocky Pines Road, Jupiter Cost: …

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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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With a popular event in Davie, the Broward Natural Resources Division offers the opportunity for Broward residents to nab free trees. Water Matters Day in 2026 is 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 14, at Tree Tops Park, 3900 SW 100th Ave., Davie 33328. Entry into the park is $3 per vehicle with up …

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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. Jazz Brunch If you’d like, bring your own picnic or …

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Invite your artsy friends. Broward Mural Fest in Fort Lauderdale features an opportunity to watch several artists working on grand projects.  The event includes entertainment and activities for youngsters and grownups.  Broward Mural Fest in 2026 is 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, February 28, and Sunday, March 1, at History Fort Lauderdale, 231 SW …

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