Sports and recreation

Whether it’s Chanukah or Hanukkah, it’s time for kids to celebrate the festival of lights with a whole lot more than gelt, dreidels and menorah lights. What: Boca Raton Chanukah Festival When: Sunday, Dec. 29, from 2 to 6 p.m. Where: Sunset Cove Amphitheater, 20405 Amphitheater Circle, Boca Raton, inside South County Regional Park Cost: …

For an easy nature excursion, Deerfield Arboretum features about 200 trees from different parts of the world. The nickname for the venue is “Tree Zoo.” Entry is free.  The arboretum is on about nine acres with a walking path. The route includes flowering tropical fruit trees, exotics, palms, wetlands, bamboo, natives, butterfly garden, and tropical …

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 every second Saturday of the month. The next one is on Saturday, Dec. 7 at 10:30 a.m. This month’s theme is “Pedal with the Pros” in …

See “Frozen,” go sledding and take photos with Santa at the Holiday Extravaganza at Jupiter Lighthouse, on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, from 3 to 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10; under age 5 get in for free. The movie starts at 5:45 p.m. See more details and get tickets here: jupiterlighthouse.org. Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum …

If you’re looking to soak  in the outdoors in South Florida, Fern Forest in north Broward is a lush oasis for nature walks and occasional free astronomy programs with telescopes. Delight in the scenic setting on your own or register for a guided hike. Most events are free or relatively inexpensive. Entry into the natural …

For a price break on a fun activity in Broward, roller skating is $10 on Wednesdays in  Davie. The price includes skate rentals. The $10 deal is offered 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Galaxy Skateway.  The regular price is usually about  $15-$20 with skate rentals. Recommendation: Phone first to ensure the venue is …

For an interesting twist on nightlife activities, register for evening nature walks at Broward parks.  Some parks occasionally offer night hikes in forests, prairies, on shorelines and other intriguing outdoor spaces. On the tour, you’ll savor distinctive nocturnal sights, scents and sounds of evenings in the wild. It’s a nice idea for a romantic date, …

Hit aces, backhand and forehand winners all while… glowing in the dark? The courts at Tropical Park will be decked out in blacklights and dayglo during the glow-in-the-dark tennis experience GLOW Tennis Friday, Dec. 6 from 6-9:30 p.m. at Tropical Park. Free admission. Hosted by the Miami-Dade County Parks, Recreation & Open Spaces Department and …

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 in Broward and greater Palm Beach loan equipment for free.  Sierra Taliaferro, a parks naturalist in Broward, offers some information on the delightful activity. “All …

All U.S. national parks offer free entry on certain holidays every year – and we’ve got the schedule for 2024. This offer includes entry at Everglades National Park and Dry Tortugas National Park, off Key West.  Schedule for 2024 These are the fee-free days at U.S. National Parks for this year: Jan. 15: Birthday of Martin …

If you appreciate frugal fun, you can definitely find a free or cheap activity for date night in Broward. Plenty of entertaining events, attractions and interesting activities in Broward are free and romantic, with the right partner. Other activities are relatively inexpensive. With extra dollars in your wallet, splurge on sparkling wine, a fancy dessert, …