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Egg hunts for kids and other family events for Easter and Spring are offered throughout Broward County. Often an Easter Bunny (or Peter Rabbit or Spring Bunny) is on site. Some events offer activities, including bounce houses, petting farms and rides. In Tamarac and some other towns, egg hunts are offered in pools. Pompano Beach …

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Flamingo Gardens in Davie  is a popular attraction with wildlife habitats, botanical gardens and occasional extra events and activities including festivals and live entertainment.    Flamingo Gardens prices & discounts Regular entry fees are $24 ages 12 and older, $17 for ages 3-11 20% discount, which is $19.20  for seniors age 65 and older, veterans, …

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March Madness peaks with a slam dunk! Wendy’s is turning the most iconic moment in the championship game into a big win for bargain hunters and basketball fans alike. When the first dunk is scored in the Women’s Championship (April 5 on ABC) or Men’s Championship (April 6 on TBS), Wendy’s will unlock its first-ever …

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Dining at fast-food restaurants is no longer as inexpensive as it once was for families on a budget. Fortunately, McDonald’s is serving up more choices and more ways to save with the expansion of its affordable (and popular) McValue Menu. Hungry bargain hunters can now enjoy two new deals at participating locations — starting April …

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Pull out your favorite swimwear. The water playground at Quiet Waters Park offers occasional extra events and opportunities for discounts. Splash Adventure is an interactive shallow water playground with slides and spritzy features. Quiet Waters Park, 954-357-5100, is at 401 S. Powerline Road, Deerfield Beach 33442.  Water playground fees & discounts Splash Adventure is inside …

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Free 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 parking. Pets are permitted at some events. Outside food and beverages are typically not permitted. Featured event …

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For wet fun, April Pool’s Day is a free event with activities on land and entry to the pool. The April Pool’s Day event in 2026 is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 4, and registration online is required. It’s at the Historic Miramar Aquatics pool, 6920 SW 35th Street, Miramar 33023. The event …

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Library branches in Broward occasionally feature free entertaining and events including live performances, yoga, and festivals.  Some events are for kids and families. Others are aimed at adults. At plenty of library branches, parking is free. Featured events in 2026 Pinwheel Festival at library in Davie The Pinwheel Festival and Resource Fair is 10 a.m. …

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Hungry bargain hunters love to feast on their favorite foods! However, it’s even tastier, when they can enjoy a frugal feast at one of their favorite fast-food restaurants. And KFC is giving its fans more of what they love, all for less. With the introduction of its “Value Feast” lineup, the popular restaurant is offering …

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