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The  Museum of Discovery and Science in Fort Lauderdale offers occasional discounts and free entry days. The museum offers interactive exhibits and demonstrations, an outdoor science park and displays with animals.   Regular MODS prices are Adults $27 Ages 2-12 $22 Seniors $25 Military $24  The museum is  at 401 SW Second St., Fort Lauderdale. …

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The Fall Festival at historic Stranahan House is 5 p.m.- 8 p.m. Friday, September 26,  with a $5 entry fee for adults that includes a beverage ticket. Kids’ tickets are free.  The event includes  food trucks, wine and beer vendors and entertainment.  Games are featured for all ages. Stranahan House is is at 335 SE …

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Some of the best things to do in Fort Lauderdale, Deerfield Beach and other towns in Broward are free. Allow your wallet a break and browse these recommendations. Places with free entry ArtServe Fort Lauderdale  The venue  offers a gallery and gift shop with an emphasis on work featuring South Florida artists. It is usually …

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Trucks, including fire engines and other interesting vehicles, are on display for kids to see in person — and perhaps sit in the driver’s seat — at Touch A Truck in Pembroke Pines. Firefighters, police officers and others public safety personnel are usually at Touch A Truck events for kids to talk with. Touch A …

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Food, folk dancing and games are featured at Oktoberfest festivities in Oakland Park. Alpine Express performs.  German-style beers & Bavarian foods will be offered for purchase. Rides and activities for kids are part of the event. Oakland Park Oktoberfest for 2024 is: 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, October 4 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. …

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 Hispanic people, food, and entertainment are part of the rich and diverse flavor of South Florida. Hispanic Heritage Month, which is September 15 – October 15, focuses on those delights. The bonus to everyone is that there are lots of free events included in the festivities.   Hispanic Heritage events for 2025 in Broward Tamarac  …

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The City of Sunrise offers various opportunities for people of all ages and abilities to enjoy free or inexpensive athletic and fitness activities. On the last Friday of each month from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., people can enjoy Soca Step Dance Aerobics. The fun takes place at City Park 6600 Sunset Strip. Participants are …

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For a frugal family excursion, ArtsFest in North Broward is a free event. The event in 2024 is 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturday, September 14 with a theme of Pakistan and activities for kids. The event includes local artists and artisans activities live entertainment If you’d like a bite to eat, food vendors are …

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Entertainment is offered with dinner occasionally  at Legends restaurant in Plantation. Entertainment at 7:30 p.m. in 2024 includes September 12  DJ D’Miami September 14  Acoustic Souls Duo September 19 Jose Almonte September 20 StereoMix September 21 Shawn September 26  Eddie Willer September 27 Gus Rios September 28  Bombshell Duo A purchase at the restaurant is …

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Make a fun day out of visiting u-pick farms throughout Miami and South Florida, where you can pluck your own fruit and vegetables straight from the plants. It’s fun, cheap and fresh. Find strawberries, tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, star fruit, lychee, herbs, flowers and more. We encourage you to try the tropical fruits, such as mamey, …

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