Library branches in Broward occasionally feature free entertaining events including live performances, yoga, and festivals. Holiday events include shows, DIY projects and photo ops.
Some events are for kids and families. Others are aimed at adults. At plenty of library branches, parking is free.
Featured events in 2025
Soulful holiday music
Hued Songs is the featured entertainment at Soulful holiday events 7 p.m. Friday, December 12 and 12 p.m. Saturday 13 at the African-American Library in Fort Lauderdale
The performances include gospel, R&B, and other genres that reflect Black holiday traditions and festivities.
Register online and online for the events.
The African-American Library is at 2650 Sistrunk Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale 33311.
Free Holiday Photo Shoots
Various library branches are offering free holiday photo shoots. Grab friends and family, feel free to bring props, and pick your favorite backdrop.
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Holiday model trains exhibit in Pembroke Pines
A holiday model train exhibit is on display at Southwest Regional Library, 954-357-6580, 16835 Sheridan Street, Pembroke Pines 33331. Entry and parking are free. The exhibit features scenes reflecting different decades.
DIY holiday handicraft workshops and vendor sale
Craftapalooza is 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, December 13, at Broward Main Library, 100 South Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale 33301. Entry and art supplies are free. Register online.
Holiday Ukulele Play and Singalong
The Ukulele event is 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, December 17, at the Broward Library in Fort Lauderdale.
The event features the Florida Ukulele Network. Entry is free. Parking fees apply.
Register online.
The Broward Main Library is at 100 South Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale 33301.
Polar Express Family Night
Free Polar Express Family Night at the Southwest Regional Library is 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday December 17, and entry is free. Registration is requested. The event includes Santa, train rides and other festivities. Feel free to wear PJs.
The Southwest Regional Library is at 16835 Sheridan Street, Pembroke Pines 33331.
Soulful Tunes
Entertainment is at 6 p.m. December 17. Registration is required online
The Carver Ranches branch is at 4735 SW 18th St, West Park 33023.
Holiday Jazz
Emily Kennedy on trumpet and Patrice Risi on piano play holiday tunes at 2:30 p.m. Monday, December 22, while participants sing along, register online.
The Lauderhill Towne Centre Library is at 6399 W. Oakland Park Boulevard, Lauderhill 33313.
Open mic
Acoustic open mic is 1:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, December 6, and other first Saturdays at North Regional Library. Performers register by emailing bccopenmicjam@yahoo.com. Entry is free for performers and spectators.
Venue: BCC/North Regional Library, 1100 Coconut Creek Boulevard, Coconut Creek 33066.
Other shows and activities at libraries include:
- Juggling
- Opera
- Dance
- Drums
- Bingo
- Magic
- Art projects
- Yoga
Browse events on the Broward Library website.
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