Free and Cheap Events in South Florida
Looking for something to do around Miami and South Florida? You can use our event calendar to find free things to do in Miami, free things to do in Broward and free things to do in Palm Beach County.
You can also find discounts on more expensive events in our calendar. Here's a list of free and cheap events in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. Click each title to see more information about the event or deal.
You can also view the whole month (click "By Month") or see a specific date (click By Day).
Below the "Free and Cheap" calendar is a day-by-day calendar of events in all price ranges.
You can submit events here. (This page says Broward but our calendar shows events in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.). We will add selected free events to this calendar, and all other events at all price ranges will be included on our community calendars.
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We make every effort to make sure that everything on Miami on the Cheap is 100% accurate. However, sometimes things change without notice, and it's also possible that we can make a mistake. Please verify all deals and events with the venue or organizer before you go.
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Food truck gathering at Pelican Harbor Marina 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm Food truck gathering at Pelican Harbor MarinaWeekly on WednesdayFor an outdoor activity with tasty fare, lots of free events in South Florida feature food trucks.Often events in Miami, Broward & greater Palm Beach include live music, fun for youngsters, or other entertainment. Lots ... Read More » | Food Truck Thursdays at Highland Oaks Park 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm Food Truck Thursdays at Highland Oaks ParkWeekly on ThursdayFor an outdoor activity with tasty fare, lots of free events in South Florida feature food trucks.Often events in Miami, Broward & greater Palm Beach include live music, fun for youngsters, or other entertainment. Lots ... Read More » The Moth Miami StorySLAM 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm The Moth Miami StorySLAMThursday, May 2, 2024 Head to the Sandrell Rivers Theater for the The Moth – Miami StorySLAM. The event is usually every other month, but the schedule varies.Each month has a theme and folks have to prepare a five-minute ... Read More » | Live music at Plantation Walk 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Live music at Plantation WalkWeekly on Friday and SaturdayFree events and entertainment for kids and adults are offered at Plantation Walk, a pedestrian-friendly shopping and dining plaza in Plantation.Plantation Walk is at 321 N. University Drive, Plantation 33324.Events usually are free, with free ... Read More » Food truck gathering 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm Food truck gatheringWeekly on FridayFor an outdoor activity with tasty fare, lots of free events in South Florida feature food trucks.Often events in Miami, Broward & greater Palm Beach include live music, fun for youngsters, or other entertainment. Lots ... Read More » Bites N Sips 'May the 4th' food trucks in Coral Springs 5:30 pm to 9:30 pm Bites N Sips 'May the 4th' food trucks in Coral SpringsFriday, May 3, 2024 You don't need to be from a galaxy far away to delight in this event. Some organizations and recreation departments offer "Stars Wars Day" festivities for May the 4th, a whimsical wordplay on the iconic ... Read More » | Farmers markets & vendor fairs Farmers markets & vendor fairsThursday, June 11, 2026Weekly on Sunday and Saturday Shop for fresh produce, prepared foods, vintage treasures, art, decor and other items from South Florida vendors, farmers and artisans at the many farmers' markets and vendor fairs in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.The ... Read More » May The Fourth festivities at Oceanside Park in Fort Lauderdale 9:00 am to 2:00 pm May The Fourth festivities at Oceanside Park in Fort LauderdaleSaturday, May 4, 2024 You don't need to be from a galaxy far away to delight in this event. Some organizations and recreation departments offer "Stars Wars Day" festivities for May the 4th, a whimsical wordplay on the iconic ... Read More » Plant Affair garden sale in Plantation 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Plant Affair garden sale in PlantationSaturday, May 4, 2024 Plantation Historical Society is hosting a garden show and sale with the delightful name of Plant Affair.The event in 2024 is 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, October 26, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ... Read More » Star Wars Day at MODS in Fort Lauderdale 10:00 am to 5:00 pm Star Wars Day at MODS in Fort LauderdaleSaturday, May 4, 2024 You don't need to be from a galaxy far away to delight in this event. Some organizations and recreation departments offer "Stars Wars Day" festivities for May the 4th, a whimsical wordplay on the iconic ... Read More » | |||
Farmers markets & vendor fairs Farmers markets & vendor fairsThursday, June 11, 2026Weekly on Sunday and Saturday Shop for fresh produce, prepared foods, vintage treasures, art, decor and other items from South Florida vendors, farmers and artisans at the many farmers' markets and vendor fairs in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.The ... Read More » Plant Affair garden sale in Plantation 9:00 am to 4:00 pm Plant Affair garden sale in PlantationSunday, May 5, 2024 Plantation Historical Society is hosting a garden show and sale with the delightful name of Plant Affair.The event in 2024 is 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, October 26, and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. ... Read More » Cinco de Mayo Block Party at Calaveras Cantina 12:00 pm to 11:30 pm Cinco de Mayo Block Party at Calaveras CantinaSunday, May 5, 2024 Transport yourself to the streets of Mexico for a Cinco de Mayo block party at Calaveras Cantina. Located in Harbourside Place in Jupiter, Calaveras will transform itself into a festive block party complete with all ... Read More » Market on the Plaza 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm Market on the PlazaWeekly on SundayThe open-air CityPlace Doral has a couple of weekly events that are geared to music lovers and to shoppers of handcrafted items.Through Aug. 16, the summer art installation "Summer Lovin' features 186 custom-made overhead hearts ... Read More » | Food truck gathering at Pelican Harbor Marina 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm Food truck gathering at Pelican Harbor MarinaWeekly on WednesdayFor an outdoor activity with tasty fare, lots of free events in South Florida feature food trucks.Often events in Miami, Broward & greater Palm Beach include live music, fun for youngsters, or other entertainment. Lots ... Read More » | Food Truck Thursdays at Highland Oaks Park 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm Food Truck Thursdays at Highland Oaks ParkWeekly on ThursdayFor an outdoor activity with tasty fare, lots of free events in South Florida feature food trucks.Often events in Miami, Broward & greater Palm Beach include live music, fun for youngsters, or other entertainment. Lots ... Read More » Open mic at Old Davie School 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Open mic at Old Davie SchoolThursday, May 9, 2024 Deals and occasional extra events are offered at Old Davie School, an interesting historical attraction with an authentic old schoolhouse and a replica of a Florida pioneer home. Some events offer free or discounted entry.Old ... Read More » | Live music at Plantation Walk 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Live music at Plantation WalkWeekly on Friday and SaturdayFree events and entertainment for kids and adults are offered at Plantation Walk, a pedestrian-friendly shopping and dining plaza in Plantation.Plantation Walk is at 321 N. University Drive, Plantation 33324.Events usually are free, with free ... Read More » Food truck gathering 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm Food truck gatheringWeekly on FridayFor an outdoor activity with tasty fare, lots of free events in South Florida feature food trucks.Often events in Miami, Broward & greater Palm Beach include live music, fun for youngsters, or other entertainment. Lots ... Read More » Free outdoor movie and food trucks in Tamarac 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm Free outdoor movie and food trucks in TamaracFriday, May 10, 2024 Family films, games and food vendors are included at outdoor events offered in Tamarac. Entry is free for Movies in the Park.Food trucks and games are at 6:30 p.m. and the films are about 8 ... Read More » | Farmers markets & vendor fairs Farmers markets & vendor fairsThursday, June 11, 2026Weekly on Sunday and Saturday Shop for fresh produce, prepared foods, vintage treasures, art, decor and other items from South Florida vendors, farmers and artisans at the many farmers' markets and vendor fairs in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.The ... Read More » BSO Shred-A-Thon & Prescription Disposal 10:00 am to 1:00 pm BSO Shred-A-Thon & Prescription DisposalSaturday, May 11, 2024 Free paper shredding and safe prescription disposal are offered by Broward Sheriff's Office exclusively for Broward residents.Shred-A-Thon events are intended to avoid identity theft by shredding personal papers with private information. The events also accept ... Read More » Free Frost Family Day 11:00 am to 3:00 pm Free Frost Family DaySaturday, May 11, 2024 The Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum invites you to a special Family Day on Saturday, May 11, 2024.From 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., participate in hands-on activities designed to engage you and the kids ... Read More » Live music at Plantation Walk 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Live music at Plantation WalkWeekly on Friday and SaturdayFree events and entertainment for kids and adults are offered at Plantation Walk, a pedestrian-friendly shopping and dining plaza in Plantation.Plantation Walk is at 321 N. University Drive, Plantation 33324.Events usually are free, with free ... Read More » | ||
Farmers markets & vendor fairs Farmers markets & vendor fairsThursday, June 11, 2026Weekly on Sunday and Saturday Shop for fresh produce, prepared foods, vintage treasures, art, decor and other items from South Florida vendors, farmers and artisans at the many farmers' markets and vendor fairs in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.The ... Read More » Free for moms deal at Flamingo Gardens in Davie 9:30 am to 4:00 pm Free for moms deal at Flamingo Gardens in DavieSunday, May 12, 2024 It's their day. Mother's Day. If an outdoor excursion is on the agenda, Flamingo Gardens in Davie is featuring a Mother's Day deal.Flamingo Gardens in 2026 offers free entry Sunday, May 10 for moms in ... Read More » car and truck show 11:00 am to 3:00 pm car and truck showEvery 1 months on the 2nd SundayFree events and entertainment for kids and adults are offered at Plantation Walk, a pedestrian-friendly shopping and dining plaza in Plantation.Plantation Walk is at 321 N. University Drive, Plantation 33324.Events usually are free, with free ... Read More » Market on the Plaza 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm Market on the PlazaWeekly on SundayThe open-air CityPlace Doral has a couple of weekly events that are geared to music lovers and to shoppers of handcrafted items.Through Aug. 16, the summer art installation "Summer Lovin' features 186 custom-made overhead hearts ... Read More » | Food truck gathering at Pelican Harbor Marina 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm Food truck gathering at Pelican Harbor MarinaWeekly on WednesdayFor an outdoor activity with tasty fare, lots of free events in South Florida feature food trucks.Often events in Miami, Broward & greater Palm Beach include live music, fun for youngsters, or other entertainment. Lots ... Read More » | Food Truck Thursdays at Highland Oaks Park 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm Food Truck Thursdays at Highland Oaks ParkWeekly on ThursdayFor an outdoor activity with tasty fare, lots of free events in South Florida feature food trucks.Often events in Miami, Broward & greater Palm Beach include live music, fun for youngsters, or other entertainment. Lots ... Read More » Equality Park After Dark vendor market in Wilton Manors 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm Equality Park After Dark vendor market in Wilton ManorsEvery 1 months on the 3rd ThursdayShop for fresh produce, prepared foods, vintage treasures, art, decor and other items from South Florida vendors, farmers and artisans at the many farmers' markets and vendor fairs in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.The ... Read More » Food trucks, vendors and Karaoke in Wilton Manors 6:30 pm to 10:00 pm Food trucks, vendors and Karaoke in Wilton ManorsEvery 1 months on the 3rd ThursdayFor folks who like friendly outdoor events featuring food trucks, artisan vendors, and interesting wares to purchase, Equality Park After Dark in Broward is a free event.Equality Park After Dark events with handmade and vintage ... Read More » | Redland International Orchid Show 9:00 am to 6:00 pm Redland International Orchid ShowFriday, May 17, 2024 The Redland International Orchid Festival is a haven for orchid lovers and this year is happening Oct. 17-19, 2025, at the Fruit and Spice Park in The Redland. General admission hours are 11 a.m. to ... Read More » Live music at Plantation Walk 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Live music at Plantation WalkWeekly on Friday and SaturdayFree events and entertainment for kids and adults are offered at Plantation Walk, a pedestrian-friendly shopping and dining plaza in Plantation.Plantation Walk is at 321 N. University Drive, Plantation 33324.Events usually are free, with free ... Read More » Food truck gathering 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm Food truck gatheringWeekly on FridayFor an outdoor activity with tasty fare, lots of free events in South Florida feature food trucks.Often events in Miami, Broward & greater Palm Beach include live music, fun for youngsters, or other entertainment. Lots ... Read More » | Farmers markets & vendor fairs Farmers markets & vendor fairsThursday, June 11, 2026Weekly on Sunday and Saturday Shop for fresh produce, prepared foods, vintage treasures, art, decor and other items from South Florida vendors, farmers and artisans at the many farmers' markets and vendor fairs in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.The ... Read More » Sensory Saturdays at Manatee Lagoon, WPB 8:00 am to 9:00 am Sensory Saturdays at Manatee Lagoon, WPBEvery 1 months on the 3rd SaturdayOn 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 ... Read More » Redland International Orchid Show 9:00 am to 6:00 pm Redland International Orchid ShowSaturday, May 18, 2024 The Redland International Orchid Festival is a haven for orchid lovers and this year is happening Oct. 17-19, 2025, at the Fruit and Spice Park in The Redland. General admission hours are 11 a.m. to ... Read More » Bird-friendly Gardening Day, Miami 9:00 am to 12:00 pm Bird-friendly Gardening Day, MiamiEvery 1 months on the 3rd SaturdayThe Tropical Audubon Society organizes a free bird-friendly gardening day the third Saturday of every month. Join other volunteers to help keep the organization's bird-friendly demonstration garden and near-native Steinberg Nature Center grounds in good ... Read More » | ||
Farmers markets & vendor fairs Farmers markets & vendor fairsThursday, June 11, 2026Weekly on Sunday and Saturday Shop for fresh produce, prepared foods, vintage treasures, art, decor and other items from South Florida vendors, farmers and artisans at the many farmers' markets and vendor fairs in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.The ... Read More » Miss Tracy Sings in Plantation for kids 10:00 am to 11:30 am Miss Tracy Sings in Plantation for kidsEvery 1 months on the 3rd SundayFree events and entertainment for kids and adults are offered at Plantation Walk, a pedestrian-friendly shopping and dining plaza in Plantation.Plantation Walk is at 321 N. University Drive, Plantation 33324.Events usually are free, with free ... Read More » Redland International Orchid Show 11:00 am to 6:00 pm Redland International Orchid ShowSunday, May 19, 2024 The Redland International Orchid Festival is a haven for orchid lovers and this year is happening Oct. 17-19, 2025, at the Fruit and Spice Park in The Redland. General admission hours are 11 a.m. to ... Read More » Market on the Plaza 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm Market on the PlazaWeekly on SundayThe open-air CityPlace Doral has a couple of weekly events that are geared to music lovers and to shoppers of handcrafted items.Through Aug. 16, the summer art installation "Summer Lovin' features 186 custom-made overhead hearts ... Read More » | Food truck gathering at Pelican Harbor Marina 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm Food truck gathering at Pelican Harbor MarinaWeekly on WednesdayFor an outdoor activity with tasty fare, lots of free events in South Florida feature food trucks.Often events in Miami, Broward & greater Palm Beach include live music, fun for youngsters, or other entertainment. Lots ... Read More » | Food Truck Thursdays at Highland Oaks Park 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm Food Truck Thursdays at Highland Oaks ParkWeekly on ThursdayFor an outdoor activity with tasty fare, lots of free events in South Florida feature food trucks.Often events in Miami, Broward & greater Palm Beach include live music, fun for youngsters, or other entertainment. Lots ... Read More » | Live music at Plantation Walk 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Live music at Plantation WalkWeekly on Friday and SaturdayFree events and entertainment for kids and adults are offered at Plantation Walk, a pedestrian-friendly shopping and dining plaza in Plantation.Plantation Walk is at 321 N. University Drive, Plantation 33324.Events usually are free, with free ... Read More » Food truck gathering 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm Food truck gatheringWeekly on FridayFor an outdoor activity with tasty fare, lots of free events in South Florida feature food trucks.Often events in Miami, Broward & greater Palm Beach include live music, fun for youngsters, or other entertainment. Lots ... Read More » | Farmers markets & vendor fairs Farmers markets & vendor fairsThursday, June 11, 2026Weekly on Sunday and Saturday Shop for fresh produce, prepared foods, vintage treasures, art, decor and other items from South Florida vendors, farmers and artisans at the many farmers' markets and vendor fairs in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.The ... Read More » Live music at Plantation Walk 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Live music at Plantation WalkWeekly on Friday and SaturdayFree events and entertainment for kids and adults are offered at Plantation Walk, a pedestrian-friendly shopping and dining plaza in Plantation.Plantation Walk is at 321 N. University Drive, Plantation 33324.Events usually are free, with free ... Read More » Live Music on the Plaza 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm Live Music on the PlazaWeekly on SaturdayThe open-air CityPlace Doral has a couple of weekly events that are geared to music lovers and to shoppers of handcrafted items.Through Aug. 16, the summer art installation "Summer Lovin' features 186 custom-made overhead hearts ... Read More » Memorial Day event with Viva band in Hollywood 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Memorial Day event with Viva band in HollywoodSaturday, May 25, 2024 Memorial Day brings not only a long weekend, but celebrations and ceremonies to honor Americans who lost their lives while serving in the armed forces.Memorial Day events in Broward 2024 Coconut CreekThe City of Coconut Creek ... Read More » | ||
Farmers markets & vendor fairs Farmers markets & vendor fairsThursday, June 11, 2026Weekly on Sunday and Saturday Shop for fresh produce, prepared foods, vintage treasures, art, decor and other items from South Florida vendors, farmers and artisans at the many farmers' markets and vendor fairs in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties.The ... Read More » Market on the Plaza 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm Market on the PlazaWeekly on SundayThe open-air CityPlace Doral has a couple of weekly events that are geared to music lovers and to shoppers of handcrafted items.Through Aug. 16, the summer art installation "Summer Lovin' features 186 custom-made overhead hearts ... Read More » Live music at Plantation Walk 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm Live music at Plantation WalkWeekly on SundayFree events and entertainment for kids and adults are offered at Plantation Walk, a pedestrian-friendly shopping and dining plaza in Plantation.Plantation Walk is at 321 N. University Drive, Plantation 33324.Events usually are free, with free ... Read More » | Memorial Day service, Lauderhill 8:30 am to 9:30 am Memorial Day service, LauderhillMonday, May 27, 2024 Memorial Day brings not only a long weekend, but celebrations and ceremonies to honor Americans who lost their lives while serving in the armed forces.Memorial Day events in Broward 2024 Coconut CreekThe City of Coconut Creek ... Read More » Memorial Day event in Pembroke Pines 9:00 am to 10:00 am Memorial Day event in Pembroke PinesMonday, May 27, 2024 Memorial Day brings not only a long weekend, but celebrations and ceremonies to honor Americans who lost their lives while serving in the armed forces.Memorial Day events in Broward 2024 Coconut CreekThe City of Coconut Creek ... Read More » Memorial Day event in Sunrise 9:00 am to 10:00 am Memorial Day event in SunriseMonday, May 27, 2024 Memorial Day brings not only a long weekend, but celebrations and ceremonies to honor Americans who lost their lives while serving in the armed forces.Memorial Day events in Broward 2024 Coconut CreekThe City of Coconut Creek ... Read More » Memorial Day Ceremony in Coconut Creek 9:00 am to 10:00 am Memorial Day Ceremony in Coconut CreekMonday, May 27, 2024 Memorial Day brings not only a long weekend, but celebrations and ceremonies to honor Americans who lost their lives while serving in the armed forces.Memorial Day events in Broward 2024 Coconut CreekThe City of Coconut Creek ... Read More » | Food truck gathering at Pelican Harbor Marina 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm Food truck gathering at Pelican Harbor MarinaWeekly on WednesdayFor an outdoor activity with tasty fare, lots of free events in South Florida feature food trucks.Often events in Miami, Broward & greater Palm Beach include live music, fun for youngsters, or other entertainment. Lots ... Read More » | Food Truck Thursdays at Highland Oaks Park 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm Food Truck Thursdays at Highland Oaks ParkWeekly on ThursdayFor an outdoor activity with tasty fare, lots of free events in South Florida feature food trucks.Often events in Miami, Broward & greater Palm Beach include live music, fun for youngsters, or other entertainment. Lots ... Read More » | Food trucks in Tamarac 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Food trucks in TamaracEvery 1 monthsFor an outdoor activity with tasty fare, lots of free events in South Florida feature food trucks.Often events in Miami, Broward & greater Palm Beach include live music, fun for youngsters, or other entertainment. Lots ... Read More » Live music at Plantation Walk 5:00 pm to 9:00 pm Live music at Plantation WalkWeekly on Friday and SaturdayFree events and entertainment for kids and adults are offered at Plantation Walk, a pedestrian-friendly shopping and dining plaza in Plantation.Plantation Walk is at 321 N. University Drive, Plantation 33324.Events usually are free, with free ... Read More » Food truck gathering 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm Food truck gatheringWeekly on FridayFor an outdoor activity with tasty fare, lots of free events in South Florida feature food trucks.Often events in Miami, Broward & greater Palm Beach include live music, fun for youngsters, or other entertainment. Lots ... Read More » |
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More South Florida Events
The calendar below is information submitted by organizations and businesses. These events may have an admission charge.
These attractions are always free
- Free entry for Skate Park in Weston
- Pirates exhibit & other displays in Plantation, with free entry
- Entry by 'pay what you can' donation at Busch Wildlife Sanctuary
- Miami Beach Botanical Garden closed this weekend, concert rescheduled
- Free Florida reading program delivers books to eligible students at home
- Free: First Friday Art Walk & 'anytime' Art Trail in Delray Beach
- Free entry & free rides onto Deerfield Island
- Loggerhead Marinelife: Free admission, $6 daily audio tours
- Entry to Cornell Art Museum in Delray Beach is always free
- Ride the free Water Trolley on the New River in Fort Lauderdale
More Calendars and Events
- Miami-Dade Community Calendar
- Broward Community Calendar
- Palm Beach Community Calender
- Music in South Florida Calendar
- South Florida Theater Calendar