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Rather than pick a restaurant, dine on selections from a variety of establishments in Oakland Park. Taste of Oakland Park in 2026 is 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, April 17, and tickets are required. Tickets are $20 in advance at $25 at the gate, if any are still available. It’s an outdoor event at Pastorius …

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Score! Chipotle is celebrating the sport of hockey with a big deal for hungry fans.  Gear up and show your team spirit for a complimentary entrée at the popular fast-casual Mexican restaurant. Photo: Chipotle Wear your favorite team’s hockey jersey (or any jersey) on April 20, 2026 and score a buy-one-get-one FREE entrée at participating Chipotle …

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For 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 items in 2026 are usually  6 p.m. to 9 p.m. select third Thursdays, with free parking. The venue is …

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LitLive in Fort Lauderdale offers panel discussions with authors  representing different genres of books, book sales and book signings. LitLive in 2026 is 5:30 p.m. Friday, April 17 and entry is free.  It’s at Broward Main Library, 100 South Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale. Parking is usually about $3 an hour.  The event is presented by …

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The City of Coconut Creek is putting on several free concerts as part of its Groove N Grub concert series. Bring your blankets, chairs and coolers and listen to favorite South Florida bands at these family-friendly concerts.  No pets are allowed. This event has been combined with the monthly food truck event, so you can …

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Vintage fire truck. History of pirates display. In addition to a variety of exhibits, Plantation Historical Museum offers occasional entertainment and activities like trivia events. The museum usually is open 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, with occasional exceptions. Donations are accepted. It’s wise to verify it’s open the day …

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Live entertainment and food trucks are offered for the Earth Day event in Plantation.  Earth Day in Plantation in 2026 is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 18, with free entry. The Earth Day fest includes educational booths, kids activity area, and food trucks. A trash to treasure event is featured.  The festival is …

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Golf with Us is free and open to the first 150,000 new participants who enroll before June 15, 2026. The program offers kids 6-18 a free one-year membership to Youth on Course, giving them access to tee times for $5 or less at thousands of courses nationwide. Returning Golf with Us participants can renew their …

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Miami Grill is expanding its menu this spring with the launch of three new limited-time chicken sandwiches, available from April 6 through May 24. Only $6.99: Buffalo Chicken Sandwich – tossed in tangy buffalo wing sauce and topped with crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, and cool, creamy blue cheese dressing. Chipotle BBQ Chicken Sandwich – smothered …

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Sunrise is presenting an outdoor event with art activities for kids and adults, entertainment and art exhibits.  World Art Day in 2026 is  p.m. to 8 p.m. April 18. The event includes:  art exhibit  Paint & Sip for adults Youth Art Zone with hands-on projects  entertainment  The venue is Village Art Plaza, which is at …

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If you’re thinking about going out for dinner, perhaps you’ll venture to a park. Food truck fare is featured at Volunteer Park in Plantation. Food trucks are at the park 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesdays, and the events usually include live entertainment or a DJ, activities and games for youngsters and local artisan vendors …

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