Sports and recreation

Watching a majestic sea turtle lumber over the sand to return to his ocean home is a thrilling experience. The Loggerhead Marinelife Center is delighted to release a subadult loggerhead named Giraffe just in time for Earth Day, and the public is invited to give him a happy send off. Sea Turtle Release When: Wednesday …

The Earth Day event at Hollywood beach features live entertainment, including a dance party. Mother Ocean Music Festival at the Hollywood Bandshell includes regional bands, exhibits from environmental protection organizations, and items made from recycled plastic. The festival in 2025 is 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, April 26, and entry is free.  Entertainment includes: …

MOSAIC Palm Beach, taking place throughout Palm Beach County in May, offers deals and discounts to a variety of performances, museums, galleries, gardens and more.

Here’s a chance to enjoy a retro blast from the past. Vintage Vibes will feature nostalgia from the 1980s & 1990s, that not only includes eclectic tunes but also plenty of retro-inspired experiences, with an art village, creative workshops and even an outdoor roller-skating rink.  Vintage Vibes Powered by LOVE The Palm Beaches When: Saturday, …

From April 1 through Oct. 31 each year, Miami Beach residents, businesses and visitors are reminded to “Flip the Switch” and turn down the lights to protect sea turtle nesting season. To kick off the awareness campaign, the City of Miami Beach will celebrate the annual arrival of sea turtle nesting season on Earth Day, …

Want to try a community bike ride? Then you might want to look into the City of North Miami’s monthly Get in Gear event.  The free rides take place once a month, usually on the second Saturday but it will vary. The next one is on Saturday, March 22. Click here to RSVP and view …

What started out as one day each year designated to honoring and appreciating Mother Earth, has evolved into more tree giveaways, seed plantings, nature exhibitions and water cleanups that are more than just a one day or one-time event. Boynton Beach What: Earth Month Celebration When: Saturday, April 12, 2025, from noon to 4 p.m.   …

The Tropical Audubon Society is hosting free tours of the historic Doc Thomas House every First Saturday of the month starting at 1 and 3 p.m.  The house is located at 5530 Sunset Dr. in South Miami.  The 1932 cottage which sits on 2.2 acres of wooded property, has recently undergone extensive structural restoration and repair, …

Marco-Polo — Spish-Splash, come on in, the water’s fine. Grab your swimsuits, it’s time for some aquatic fun under sunny South Florida skies. While some pools, like those at the YMCAs, are usually open year-round, others, such as water parks with slides and many municipal or community pools, tend to be seasonal. The good news …

Pools, water parks and water playgrounds in Broward offer refreshing fun. Some venues, especially municipal pools, offer entry without spending a wad of money.    You can find splash pads with free entry, pools and water parks that don’t cost much, and even some water parks that offer discounts in the afternoons. If you’re looking …

While lots of parks in South Florida are relatively flat, Vista View Park in Davie is distinctive for its relatively tall terrain, with parts about 65 feet above sea level. Entry to Vista View  is free on weekdays. On weekends and holidays, the fee is $3 per vehicle for up to 8 people or $20 …