Free Blue Star Museum entry for military families through Labor Day
Taking an entire family to a museum can run into the three figures. But military families can get a big break thanks to Blue Star Museums, a collaboration among the...
Kids' Stuff
Free and cheap things to do with kids in Miami, Broward and Palm Beach counties. Have fun with your children without emptying your wallet.
Free outdoor art displays, fitness programs & events at Village Plaza in Sunrise
Sunrise Parks & recreation department offers an outdoor event space at Village Art Plaza that is packed with sculptures and other vibrant outdoor art displays. Entry is free. Parking is...
Free: Family Autism Art Workshop, third Sunday, West Palm Beach
Visit the Norton Museum of Art for a free accessible art workshop for the entire family every month. This program will feature interactive time in the gallery and art-making in...
Free youth DIY workshops at Home Depot & Lowes
Kids work with their hands putting together fun projects at free interactive workshops offered in South Florida at participating Home Depot and Lowe's stores. At the workshops, youngsters build a...
Haitian Heritage events in Broward
The rich entertainment and traditions of Haiti are the focus of Haitian Heritage events in Broward. Haitian Heritage events in 2026 in Broward Haitian Flag Day Family Fest in Miramar ...
Get away from it all at these South Florida nature spots
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...
Free Family Day on Aragon in Coral Gables
Coral Gables Museum welcomes you to "Family Day on Aragon" on the third Saturday of each month, with free admission, live music and special activities. There is no Family Day...
Best festivals, entertainment & events in May in Broward
Plenty of festivals, live entertainment and events in Broward are delightfully free or relatively inexpensive. They're great for dates, families and solo excursions. Grab your favorite reusable water bottle and...
Tamarac offers free outdoor films with food trucks & games
Family films, games and food vendors are included at outdoor events offered in Tamarac. Entry is free for Movies in the Park. Food trucks and games are at 6:30 p.m....
Pines Day festivities include roller rink, rides & performers with free entry
Pembroke Pines is throwing a rockin' party and the public is welcome to participate in the festivities. Pines Day event in 2026 is 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, April...
Free access to Daggerwing Nature Center, Boca Raton
Communing with nature has never been more fun and the Daggerwing Nature Center has so many opportunities for kids and their families to take advantage of the great outdoors. Admission...
Free birding backpacks on loan at libraries for nature hikes
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...
Free homework help from local libraries online & in branches
If you'd like homework help for your kids, local libraries in South Florida offer it online for free. At some libraries, in-person tutoring is available. Also, SAT prep is often...
Free Arts! Family Day in Hollywood
The Art and Culture Center of Hollywood offers free entry from noon to 4 p.m. the third Sunday of most months. In addition to art exhibits on display, Free Arts!...
Welleby Park offers water playground & dog park with free entry
Welleby Park in Sunrise is sporting fun features. For kids, amenities include a nature-theme splash pad for wet fun, a playground with a rubberized safety surface, and a Safety Town...
North Lauderdale Fun Night offers food trucks & Reaxtion Band with free entry
Nibble on fare from food trucks in North Lauderdale and delight in the groove of Reaxtion Band. Feel free to bring blankets or portable seats. Reaxtion Band performs Motown hits....
ArtVentures Family Fun Day at Coral Springs Museum of Arts
For art aficionados and folks interested in free things to do, the Coral Springs Museum of Art offers free entry every day to browse the exhibits and displays. Photo: Coral...
Fatherhood Family Fun Day in Pompano
Festivals, live entertainment and hands-on activities are among the variety of events offered in Pompano Beach. Lots of events are free. They're ideal for dates, families and solo excursions. Events...
Use telescopes for free at Fox Observatory in West Broward
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,...
Waterpark at T.Y. Park in Hollywood offers a deal
The waterpark at T.Y. Park in Hollywood, Castaway Island, offers opportunities for discounts and occasional extra events. Water playground and pool at T.Y. Park The waterpark at T.Y. Park includes...
Indoor events and places to go when it's hot & rainy
Rainy days, frosty days and hot days in South Florida offer an opportunity to focus on indoor fun. Be a tourist in your in your town and savor fresh sights,...
Free Earth Day event in Weston
Educational booths, a DJ and hands-on activities are featured at an Earth Day event in Weston. Earth Day The Weston Way in 2026 is 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Saturday,...
Waters Edge Park in Tamarac includes a book walk, fitness & water playground & entry is free
Enhance a walk in the park with a story along the way. Waters Edge Park in Tamarac features a story trail. Story trails, also referred to as story walks, are...
Top festivals, entertainment & events in April in Broward
For those who appreciate enticing and budget-friendly things to do in Broward, April offers festivals and events with live entertainment that don't require a wad of dough. Festivals and other...
Dania BBQ street festival features free entry
Dania After Dark is an occasional street festival featuring food vendors, entertainment & artists in Dania Beach. Usually events are free. Some events require paid tickets. The events often include...
Rock out in Parkland with free events at the park
The Parks and Recreation Department in Parkland offers occasional festivals, free films and other events. Many events are free and open to the public. Events in 2026 include Eats 'N...
Water safety: free swimming lessons at YMCAs in Broward
YMCA South Florida organizations offer free swim lessons for water safety. The lessons are for kids, teens and adults. Free lessons in 2026 are March 16 to March 20, and...
Miami Children’s Museum offers free Sensory Saturdays
Did you know Miami Children’s Museum offers Sensory Saturdays? On the second Saturday of the month, the museum creates a specially focused experience for children with disabilities and their families...
Free films outdoors in Weston
For frugal entertainment, Weston offers occasional outdoor movies that are free. Outdoor films in 2026 8 p.m. March 6 "Smurfs" Weather occasionally postpones plans for outdoor activities, so it's wise...
Explore aquatic life at Sandoway Discovery Center in Delray
Have you ever fed a shark or a stingray? Wouldn't it be great if there were a place you could take the kids that would be educational and fun for...
Write a Valentine note with a dip-ink pen at Old Davie School
Old Davie School is offering a Valentine event entitled Love Letter Day. The event includes an opportunity to write a love letter using an old-fashioned dip pen and ink . Old...
Don't-miss festivals and events in February in Broward
If you like a selection of free and inexpensive things to do, Broward offers a variety of events that likely fit your fancy. Lively festivals and other events are ideal...
Free outdoor film 'Elio'
Sunrise recreation department is featuring the animated PG film "Elio" and entry is free. The movie in 2026 is 6:30 p.m. Friday, February 6 outdoors at a park. The venue...
Free national park pass for 4th-graders & their families
Got a 4th-grade student in the house? If so, thanks to the Every Kid Outdoors initiative, that fourth-grader - plus everyone else in the family - can get into any U.S....
Free surf and paddleboard lessons in Deerfield Beach
Island Water Sports in Deerfield Beach offers free surf and stand-up paddleboard lessons Saturdays at 7 a.m. The two-hour lessons are for ages 5 and older, weather permitting. The number...
Miami Children's Museum offers Florida resident discount
The Miami Children's Museum offers a discount for Florida residents, who can visit for $18. To keep up with latest news, sign up for the daily South Florida on the...
Free films outdoors in Hollywood
Watch family-friendly films for free outdoors at ArtsPark in Hollywood. Movies are usually 8 p.m. Fridays, with occasional exceptions. It's wise to verify the event is on prior to venturing...
Free shows for kids in Weston
Free shows for kids are offered occasionally at Weston Regional Park. Entertainment in 2026 includes: 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. Saturday, January 10: Mr. A Dino, an interactive and educational...
Best festivals and events in January in Broward
If you're in Broward, you will find plenty of interesting and entertaining things to do in January, many of them free or inexpensive. Some of them are so enticing you...
Free drive-in film 'Wild Robot' in Sunrise
For a free family excursion, Sunrise Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a free drive-in film in West Broward. The PG-rated animated film in 2026 is "The Wild Robot" produced...
Taste of Dania offers free entry and discount opportunity for optional for tasting tickets
Grab some food. Delight in the live entertainment. Taste of Dania is 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Saturday, January 10, and entry and parking are free. Taste of Dania Beach offers...
Things to Do New Year's Day in Dade, Broward and Palm Beach
Ring in the New Year with fun and entertainment. South Florida offers a wide variety of places to things to do and sights to see. Lots are free or relatively...
