Halloween trick-or-treating in Broward
Tote along a bag. Or a plastic pumpkin for your treats. Events at parks, recreation facilities and Fall festivals offer opportunities for kids to Trick or Treat for Halloween. Many...
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Free entry for Carter Park Jamz concerts in Fort Lauderdale
Funk or reggae. Motown or jazz. Fort Lauderdale hosts occasional Carter Park Jamz concerts featuring a live band and food vendors. Events 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. in 2026 include:...
Use telescopes for free at Fox Observatory in West Broward
The South Florida Amateur Astronomy Association offers telescopes at Fox Observatory in Sunrise for peering into the night sky. It's a fun and frugal idea for a date, a family...
Free dive-in & other outdoor films in Deerfield Beach
Deerfield Beach offers free events featuring films at parks and occasionally at a pool. Films in 2026-2027 in Parks Often free popcorn is offered with the films while supplies last. The venues...
Free stuff on loan: Libraries offers laptops, educational toys & other gear
Walk into a library and walk out with a digital tablet. Or a robot. Or a Frisbee. Participating libraries in South Florida loan items like electronic devices, robotic devices and...
Popular Las Olas Art Fair in Fort Lauderdale is free
The Las Olas Art Fair is a popular outdoor event that features about 200 artists from different regions with displays set up along Las Olas Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale. Las...
Taco Bell partners with three big celebrities to offer $4 ‘Usual Order’ for three weeks
Taco Bell isn’t just for everyday people…even celebrities love Taco Bell! On the heels of turning National Taco Day into a global celebration, Taco Bell is extending the celebration throughout...
Halloween Flash Mob in Fort Lauderdale, participants welcome for iconic "Thriller" dance
For a Halloween treat, Huizenga Park in Fort Lauderdale is featuring a Flash Mob dance. Participants of all ages are welcome. Practices are 6 p.m. Wednesday, October 14, and 6...
Free Halloween Bash in Oakland Park with trunk or treat & inflatables
Entry is free for a Family Halloween Bash in Oakland Park. The event in 2026 is 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, October 30, with games, inflatables, and Halloween treats....
Ride a little train at Tradewinds Park in Broward
For a fun, unique and inexpensive activity in north Broward, hop aboard a little railroad. The teeny train runs on tracks around a pond at Tradewinds Park in Coconut Creek....
Light Up Dania includes drone show & skating rink with free entry
Light Up Dania Beach offers entertainment, synthetic ice skating and a drone show. Photo ops include selfies with Santa. The event in 2026 is 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday,...
Wilton Manors Art Walk events
Delight in the work of local artists and the wares of other vendors. Art Walk events in Wilton Manors are usually 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. third Saturdays, and entry...
Free live bands at TY Park in Hollywood
T-Y Park in Hollywood, featuring a lake and lots of shady trees, presents free live performances. Often food trucks are on site for the music events. Entry to T-Y Park...
Farmers markets & vendor fairs
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,...
Putt Putt is $10 in Pembroke Pines
For a sporty date night or family excursion, perhaps putt putt golf is ideal for your agenda. AllGolf in Pembroke Pines features different 18-hole play areas, and it's $10 to...
Drone extravaganza oceanside in Pompano and entry is free
Pompano Beach is presenting free dazzling drone shows over the ocean. The show in 2026 is 7 p.m. Saturday, November 7, with free entry. Entertainment is 5:30 p.m. to 7...
Trunk or Treat, inflatables & other Halloween things to do in Hollywood
Games, inflatables and trunk or treating are featured at the Halloween event in Hollywood. The event in 2026 is 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday October 31, and entry is...
Holiday Fantasy of Lights drive-through in Broward offers discount
For your seasonal entertainment, a drive-thru wonderland of animated light displays is on full display at Tradewinds Park in north Broward. Events for biking and strolling are offered. Holiday Fantasy...
Thrive District offers Asian Festival & free Art Walk events in Fort Lauderdale
Thrive Art District in Fort Lauderdale hosts a monthly (or so) Art Walk called Art Fest with art exhibits, food trucks and vendors. Entertainment is featured at the event. The...
First Presbyterian in Fort Lauderdale features free performances
Treat yourself to live concerts at First Presbyterian Church in Fort Lauderdale. Several are free. If you'd like, you may make a donation. Free performances in 2026 include: 7 p.m. Saturday,...
Halloween trick or treating at Galleria in Fort Lauderdale
Grab a bag to hold your treats. A Halloween Boo Bash at Galleria in Fort Lauderdale includes trick or treating at participating shops. Halloween Boo Bash in 2026 is 4:30...
Free homework help from local libraries online & in branches
If you'd like homework help for your kids, local libraries in South Florida offer it online for free. At some libraries, in-person tutoring is available. Also, SAT prep is often...
Free StoryBook Festival in Pembroke Pines with Fantasy Forest and performers
Free books, a fantasy forest and performances are featured at the Broward Library StoryBook festival in Pembroke Pines. StoryBook Festival in 2026 is 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Saturday, November...
Free Music Under the Stars in Pompano Beach
The City of Pompano Beach offers free live entertainment outdoors at different venues. Music Under the Stars Music Under The Stars events are the second Fridays of the month, except...
Roller rink offers $15 deal in Davie
For a price break on a fun activity in Broward, roller skating is $15 Wednesdays in Davie. Galaxy Skateway offers deals that include skate rental. These are the deals: $15...
Pompano Soulful Sundays features popular performers, entry is $10
Funk. Jazz. R&B music. Popular South Florida performers are featured at Soulful Sundays in Pompano Beach. The concert series celebrates the history and culture of African American musicians. The events...
Popeyes’ popular $5 Faves value menu returns with three options
Popeyes is extending its special deals with lots of value for diners on a budget. The new limited-time value menu makes it easier for customers to enjoy the popular chicken...
Nights of Fright Indoor Haunted House in Davie offers deal opportunity
The Nights of Fright Haunted House attraction at Pine Island Park in Davie is indoors and recommended for ages 12 and older. It's expensive, but we found a few discounts,...
Shake Shack extends Shack Sundays with 4 free items a week through December
Game on! Football fans have a big deal to tackle their hunger on Sundays this season. Shake Shack is making watching your favorite football team hit the field a little...
Regal Cinemas hosts ’31 Screams on Screen’ series with $7.99 tickets every day in October
Are you afraid of the dark? Face your fears this October with 31 Screams on Screen at Regal Cinemas. The theater chain will show a different classic horror movie on...
Free films outdoors in Weston
For frugal entertainment, Weston offers occasional outdoor movies that are free. Outdoor films in 2026 8 p.m. March 6 "Smurfs" 8 p.m. October 10 "Zootopia Two" November 7 a film...
Weston Regional Park offers playground, volleyball & other amenities
Sports enthusiasts and families are drawn to Weston Regional Park for its array of features and free events. The park amenities include: shaded playground roller hockey rinks beach tennis pickle...
Where to find South Florida Oktoberfest festivities 2026
'Tis the season to start thinking about the annual tradition of combining October and beer celebrations. We've been hard at work scouring the area for 2026 Oktoberfest events in Miami-Dade,...
Fall and harvest festivals in South Florida 2026
Regardless of the weather in the Sunshine State, South Florida embraces autumn with fall festivals, pumpkin patches and other seasonal events. Fall festivals often feature pumpkins, hayrides & scarecrows. Pull...
Fall Festivals in Broward
Pumpkins, plaid shirts and palm trees are part of Fall in Broward, and plenty of festivals emphasize the Fall vibe. Fall Festivals with free entry in Broward in 2026 include ...
Free live bands & vendors at Jazz Brunch on Fort Lauderdale Riverwalk
Popular Jazz Brunch events offer an afternoon of free outdoor entertainment along scenic Riverwalk in Fort Lauderdale. The events are usually 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on first Sundays, with...
Hayrides and campfires with s'mores at Broward Parks
Broward County parks are offering family evening events with hayrides. The evening event includes hayrides and roasting s'mores around a fire at parks in Hollywood, Deerfield Beach, Oakland Park, Fort...
Free Starlight Jam Sessions at Palm Aire in Pompano Beach
Grab a portable seat or blanket. Free Starlight Jam Sessions featuring live performers are offered at the Gazebo in Palm Aire in Pompano Beach the first Saturday of the month...
Light Up Sistrunk with bounce houses, teen fun & toy giveaway
Plenty of things to do and entertainment are featured at Light Up Sistrunk, which promises dancing in the streets and more. The event in 2026 is 5 p.m. to 8...
Plantation offers free Freebee rides to plazas, offices and restaurants
Plantatation is offering a free shuttle for lifts within a designated area that includes plenty of plazas with restaurants and shops. Download the app to request the Freebee shuttle. The...
Free museum entry for Bank of America card holders
Bank of America customers can visit museums free of charge on the first full weekend of the month through the Museums On Us program. Just show your Bank of America...
Festivals & events in October in Broward
Oktoberfest, Halloween hooplas and Hispanic Heritage events are among the array of delightful things to do in October in Broward, including plenty that are free or relatively inexpensive. Pumpkin patches,...
