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Delight in the flavors and rhythms of The Islands in Broward. Food. Music. Dancing. Caribbean heritage events in Broward offer food and lively entertainment, with plenty of free events. Caribbean Heritage Month is traditionally celebrated in June. Caribbean Heritage Events in 2025 Fort Lauderdale Las Olas Oceanside Park is offering free Caribbean Heritage Month events …

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Lots of wonderful pets are available for adoption at shelters in South Florida. If you’re interested in enhancing your family with a dog, kitty or bunny, some shelters and rescue organizations offer perks, occasional deals and free adoption fees. Humane Society of Broward  954-989-3977 extension 6  2070 Griffin Road, Dania Beach 33312 Discounted adoption fees …

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Popular bands from South Florida perform at free concerts in Holiday Park in Fort Lauderdale. Starlight Musicals is a summer favorite in South Florida. Events in 2025 are 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Fridays from June 6 through August 8 at Holiday Park on Federal Highway and East Sunrise Boulevard. On July 4, there is …

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Taking an entire family to a museum can run into the three figures. But military families can get a big break thanks to Blue Star Museums, a collaboration among the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families and the Department of Defense. The program offers FREE admission to more than 2,000 museums across America …

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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 performers at different points along Riverwalk and Esplanade Park, 400 SW 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale. If you’d like, bring your own picnic or buy food …

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If you appreciate frugal excursions, plenty of entertaining events, attractions and interesting activities in Broward are ideal for a delightful date. Some are free, others are relatively inexpensive. Make the most of it. With extra dollars in your wallet, splurge on sparkling wine, a fancy dessert, or other romantic indulgence. We also have a list …

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If you like watching films out in the open air, Las Olas Oceanside Park in Fort Lauderdale offers occasional events with free flicks. Free movies  in 2025 include: 8 p.m. Friday, May 30  ‘Ferris Bueller’s Day Off’ with festivities at 6 p.m. including photo booth South Florida Pride Marching Band free popcorn for ages 15 …

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Funk or reggae. Motown or jazz.  Fort Lauderdale hosts occasional Carter Park Jamz events featuring a live band and food vendors.  Events in 2025 include: May 16 Full Circle: Top 40 & others September 19, 2025 October 17, 2025 Venue: Carter Park, 1450 W. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale 33311 Bring your own blankets, chairs & …

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Fort Lauderdale is throwing a beach party loaded with entertainment and activities. It’s the Great American Beach Party. The fun and free event in 2025 is 11 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Saturday, May 24, at the beach and Las Olas Oceanside Park.  Throw on your favorite pair of shades & pack up your towels & …

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The South Florida Adventure deal offers unlimited entry for four South Florida attractions with a summer package price. For one price, you’ll receive entry to participating attractions as often as you want to go. The ticket in 2025 is valid May 15 to September 30 with prices of $60 for teens and adults and $50 …

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