Sports and recreation

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 …

Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse is a 108-foot historical landmark on a riverfront site with historical displays and natural features. Occasional discounts and free entry opportunities are offered. The attraction includes: Opportunity to walk on a spiral staircase with 105 steps to top of the red structure for a panoramic vantage point of South Florida’s waterways and …

Summer’s not over yet. There’s still plenty of time to do what Floridians love to do best – play in the water! Marco-Polo — Splish-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 …

Take the family out to a Miami Marlins ballgame with these great deals all season long. You can enjoy baseball for as little as $1 for kids’ tickets on select Monday nights.  During the summer, tickets are just $5 for everyone Monday through Thursday. Seniors can even get free entry on certain days. The Marlins …

Residents of Broward are eligible to nab a vouchers for discounts on swimming instruction for kids, teens and adults.  The vouchers are valued at $55 to $200 for lessons at participating venues, which include public parks with pools. Apply on the Watersmart Broward website.  With water safety so important, the vouchers are intended to offset …

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 a swim lagoon pool, wading pool and a water playground with interactive features and water slides.  In 2025, it’s open March 25 – March 31 …

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 …

The aim is to “Nurture What’s Wild” at Busch Wildlife Sanctuary in Jupiter. Busch Wildlife Sanctuary Hours: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily; closed on major holidays. Where: Busch Wildlife Sanctuary, 17855 Rocky Pines Road, Jupiter Admission is by donation, with no minimum; whatever the person or family is able to donate. All educational programs …

Pembroke Pines recreation department is offering free swimming and free tennis for Kids To Parks Day. Kids To Parks Day is a nationwide event promoting parks and recreation activities for kids and families.  In 2025, the event is May 17 at participating parks. Events in Pembroke Pines include Free Tennis Activities 9 a.m. – 12 …

Whether you’re a walker or a biker, the City of Boca Raton has your back. Did you know there is an extensive network with 84 miles of bike lanes, shared pathways and trails for cyclists and pedestrians throughout the City of Boca Raton? Through the Bicycles/Pedestrians Program, they aim to: Engineer: Design, improve, and enhance …

The National Park Trust‘s annual Kids to Parks Day – created to encourage families to explore the great outdoors – happens yearly on the third Saturday in May. On Saturday, May 17, 2025, spend the day at local, state, and national parks and public lands at park events that promote discovery and exploration in the …