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Fort Lauderdale is throwing a Great American Beach Party to kick off Memorial Day Weekend. The fun and free event in 2026 is 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, May 23, at the beach and Las Olas Oceanside Park. Throw on your favorite pair of shades and pack up your towels & sunscreen. Family-friendly fun …
For a fresh approach to navigating sights and shopping in Fort Lauderdale, step aboard a free water trolley. The LauderGO Water Trolley ferries guests along a river route to an assortment of points along the New River, all for free. The Water Trolley service is separate from Water Taxi vessels. Fees apply for Water Taxi. …
Popeyes started off the year strong with lots of value for diners on a budget. Now, it’s extending those popular $5 Faves through May 3, 2026. The new limited-time value menu makes it easier for customers to enjoy the popular chicken restaurant’s bold flavors without breaking the bank. Photo: Popeyes From March 16 to May …
The Fort Lauderdale Air Show features exciting aerial entertainment over the ocean. The event in 2026 featuring U.S. Air Force jets flying in formation, parachute jumping and other high-flying performances is 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 9, and Sunday, May 10, at Fort Lauderdale beach. Entry to designated paid locations is offered for a …
Here’s our list of the top free events, discounts and deals to have fun in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties this week.
If you’re looking to soak in the outdoors in South Florida, Fern Forest in north Broward is a lush oasis for nature walks and occasional free astronomy programs with telescopes. Delight in the scenic setting on your own or register for a guided hike. Most events are free or relatively inexpensive. Entry into the natural …
It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s FREE Comic Book Day! And, this year, comic book fans – in galaxies near and far – are celebrating more than 20 years of the annual giveaway. FREE Comic Book Day is the biggest event in the comic book industry — a single day when participating comic book specialty …
All aboard, bargain hunters! There’s no way around it, Subway has a great deal for sub sandwich lovers on a budget in April. With so many options (including bread, meats, cheese and condiments) and possible combinations, fans can definitely create the perfect sandwich to suit their tastes at the popular sub shop. And it’s even …
Organizations in South Florida offer free food distribution for families needing help. Some sites provide drive-through pickups, while others offer doorstep deliveries for eligible participants. Eligibility requirements vary among different organizations. Some are open to everyone. Food distributions are in Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach. Often the organizations accept volunteers and donations. This list is …
Grab your workout gear and water bottle! Summer’s the time to sweat it out and get fit. And, this summer, Planet Fitness is making exercising more affordable for families with teens. The popular fitness center is bringing back its High School Summer Pass program, inviting high school teens ages 14 to 19 to work out …
What can you do for fun this weekend without spending a lot of money? Here are our top picks for free and cheap things to do in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach and throughout South Florida!
Find deals and things to do in Miami-Dade, from Aventura to Homestead, Doral to Coral Gables and more.
Find deals and things to do in Broward, from Hallandale Beach to Pembroke Pines to Pompano Beach.
Find fun in Palm Beach County. Find beaches, attractions, concerts and more, plus deals and discounts.
Find discount tickets to theme parks, things to do with kids and hidden gems in and around Orlando.
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