Free and cheap things to do for Spring Break in Broward

Plenty of fun things to do with kids in Broward are free or relatively inexpensive. That's perfect for enjoying Spring Break.

Broward Libraries

Broward libraries offer a wealth of free resources including birding gear, high-tech equipment and robotics.

Libraries also offer entertainment and activities for kids, teenagers and adults. Browse events at different branches online.

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Play at a park

Lots of parks offer free entry and free parking, or are relatively inexpensive.

Take a nature walk. Zip down a sliding board. Toss a Frisbee.

If you like wet activities, some parks feature water playgrounds, pools and splash pads.

Examples of parks and amenities

• Nature Trails & Free Entry at Fern Forest in North Broward
• Tamarac Story Trail at Waters Edge Park
• Welleby Park in Sunrise offers free fun for families and dogs
• Use telescopes for free at Fox Observatory in Sunrise
• Tequesta Trace Park in Weston offers a skate park that includes ramps and rails
• Hollywood Broadwalk runs oceanside, a popular venue for walking, skating and live entertainment
• Deerfield Arboretum offers free entry
• Vista View Park in Davie includes a playground and fitness equipment
• Picturesque Parks and Natural Areas

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Swimming lessons

Free swimming lessons for kids, adults and teenagers are offered March 25-29, and registration is required online. The lessons are at YMCA facilities in Broward.

Art aficionados

Downtown Hollywood Murals features about 30 murals painted on buildings and other structures in easy walkable route.

Train display

Plantation Historical Museum features a model train display. It's open Wednesdays – Saturdays, and entry is free.

Plantation Historical Museum, 954-797-2722, is at 511 N. Fig Tree Lane, Plantation 33317.

Other free & inexpensive things to do

• Ikea in Sunrise offers Kids Eat Free deal & free activities for kids
• Tri-Rail offers $5 all-day fares on weekends
• Easter egg hunts & photos with the bunny in Broward
• Free outdoor flicks at ArtsPark in Hollywood

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Deals

• Flamingo Gardens, which includes a wide array of animals, offers opportunities for discounts 
• Butterfly World coupon for $5 off in Coconut Creek
• Water Taxi in Fort Lauderdale offers discounts
• AllGolf in Pembroke Pines offers miniature-golf deals