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Pumpkins are popular in South Florida, for decorating, eating, carving and photo opportunities. We won’t find them growing in farmers’ fields in South Florida, but you can find pumpkin patches at festivals, in parking lots, and at farms. If you’re looking for the perfect place to pluck your pumpkins, Broward offers a variety of pumpkin …

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Trick or Treating. Pumpkins. Hayrides. Lots of parks, shopping plazas and farms in Broward are offering fall festivities and Halloween fun. Many events are free, though some charge for activities. You will find fall festivals, Oktoberfest events, Halloween parties and more from Coral Springs to Hallandale Beach, from Pompano Beach to Miramar, through Hollywood, Pembroke …

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Water parks in Deerfield and Hollywood that are typically for kids and families are open specifically for dogs at designated K9 Water Festivals, popular with pooches and their people. At water park events for dogs, some step into the shallow water and stand. Others fly into the water, swim and retrieve floating toys.  Either way, …

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Deerfield is presenting a Fall Festival with a pumpkin patch, live entertainment & fun activities.  Festivities are 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. October 14, 2023, at Pioneer Park, 217 NE 5th Ave., Deerfield Beach. Entry and activities are free. Deerfield Beach Fall Festival includes: pumpkin patch archery live entertainment hayrides food vendors artisan vendors youngsters’ …

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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, Broward and Palm Beach counties. the South Florida farmers markets and vendor fairs often include opportunities for extra fun and entertainment like yoga, live music, …

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For an easy nature excursion, Deerfield Arboretum features about 200 trees from different parts of the world. The nickname for the venue is “Tree Zoo.” Entry is free.   The arboretum is on about nine acres with a walking path.  The route includes flowering tropical fruit trees, exotics, palms, wetlands, bamboo, natives, butterfly garden, and …

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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 is at 401 S. Powerline Road, Deerfield Beach 33442.  Splash Adventure Photo/Broward Parks & Recreation Water playground fees & …

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Broward pools, water parks and water playgrounds offer refreshing fun in greater Fort Lauderdale. You can find splash pads with free entry, pools and water parks that don’t cost much, and even some water parks that offer discounts in the afternoons. If you’re looking for a pool, water park or splash pad in Broward, check …

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If you appreciate frugal fun, delighting your sweetie with a lovely inexpensive or free date is doable.  Plenty of entertaining events and interesting activities in Broward are free. Others are relatively inexpensive. With extra dollars in your wallet, splurge on sparkling wine, a fancy dessert, or other romantic indulgence. Ideas for Free & Inexpensive Dates …

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