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Parades. Picnics. Water parks.  Plenty of events and things to do on Fourth of July don’t involve fireworks.  Plenty are free.   With a wide variety of things to do, it’s easy to make the holiday ideal for you.  Things to do Fourth of July without fireworks  Broward Parks Broward Regional Parks are waiving the usual …

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Library branches in Broward occasionally feature free entertaining events including live performances, yoga, and festivals. Some events are for kids and families. Others are aimed at adults. At plenty of library branches, parking is free. Featured events in 2025 Upcyling Fashion Workshop for Teens Teens work on their own bags using upcycled fabric and items.  …

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On the third weekend of each month, Manatee Lagoon hosts Sensory Saturdays for family members who prefer an inclusive experience with softer lighting, less noise, and still a lot of fun from 8 to 9 a.m. Admission and parking are free; advance registration required. Fun fact: Did you know the manatee’s closest living mammal is …

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While plenty of towns in Florida feature fireworks on the Fourth of July, Weston uses a different schedule for  its Independence Day extravaganza, with fireworks and festivities July 3 and for July 4, there’s a parade.  Weston Hometown Fourth of July Celebration Weston Hometown Fourth of July  in 2025 in Weston includes fireworks, games and …

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The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum is continuing to waive general admission fees and opening its doors to the public for Free Fun Saturdays on the first weekend of the month, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Families can peruse the exhibits, but also enjoy a fun craft-based activity from 2 to 3:30 p.m. General …

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We celebrate America’s independence in July but there are lots of other fun things to do around Miami. Here’s what we recommend during these dog days of Summer. Waterpark fun to keep your cool Miami-Dade’s plentiful waterparks are open and ready for splashtacular fun. Cool off and enjoy wave pools, waterslides, splash zones, lazy rivers …

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Indoors and outdoors, there are plenty of free and inexpensive things to do in July in Broward. Grab a favorite beverage and pick your favorites.  Free & Inexpensive events in July in Broward  Drone Light Show  Drone lights show, food trucks and a bounce house with an Independence Day theme are featured at free in …

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Watch a rescued turtle dine on greens. With a focus on protecting oceans and their wildlife inhabitants, Marine Environmental Education in Hollywood is open to the public with exhibits and a saltwater pool where you can watch a rescued sea turtle swim and eat. The female sea turtle on site is not releasable due to …

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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 is free; access to trails and boardwalk are free; most programs have fees usually from $5 to $10. Daggerwing features a 3,000-square-foot exhibit hall with …

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Family Farms in Davie offers produce for purchase, including occasional U-pick items, flower fields and activities. The farm with farm animals on display is open 10 a.m. –  6 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays; and 10 a.m. – 10  p.m. Saturdays, usually with free entry. Fees apply for some activities and events. Family Farms, 954-804-2850, …

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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. Tune in to the visual displays, scents and sounds of the outdoor environment. Some parks, botanical gardens and protected natural areas …

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