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For those who appreciate enticing and budget-friendly things to do in Broward, April offers festivals and events with live entertainment that don’t require a wad of dough. Free and cheap festivals and other events  in April 2025  Bike safety in Weston Family Night Bicycle Safety Bingo is 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 3, registration online is …

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YMCA South Florida organizations offer free swim lessons for water safety. The lessons are for kids, teens and adults.  Free lessons in 2025 are March 24-28, and registration is required online. The programs offer opportunities for free swimsuits. YMCA facilities in Broward offering free swim instruction include Pembroke Pines, Weston, Hallandale Beach, Hollywood.  Residency in …

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Nab a 2-for-1 drink deal Thursdays at The Wharf in Fort Lauderdale. The offer is valid for 2-for-1 martini drinks.  The deal is valid while the promotion is on. The Wharf is an open-air event venue with food vendors overlooking the New River in Fort Lauderdale, 20 W. Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale. After dark, …

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If you like being out and about without spending a wad of dough, Broward offers plenty of free and inexpensive festivals, holiday events and live entertainment. Many are free. Events include festivities for St. Patrick’s Day and Easter, as well as festivals, art shows and free concerts, with many events to choose from every day …

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If you like a selection of free and inexpensive things to do, Broward offers a variety of events that likely fit your fancy. Lively festivals and other events are ideal for frugal excursions with family, friends, and yourself. February includes the Orange Blossom Festival, Butterfly Festival, Black History Month exhibits and festivals, Valentine’s Day, Ignite Broward …

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Plenty of interesting and entertaining things to do in January are featured in Broward. Lots of events are free or inexpensive. Las Olas Art Fair The trendy and ritzy shopping Las Olas shopping district is the venue for the Las Olas Art Fair in Fort Lauderdale Saturday and Sunday, January 4 and 5, with free …

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If you appreciate taking your own interesting holiday photos, South Florida offers some wonderful, whimsical, and festive displays. Adorable selfies. Pose with pals. Broward, Dade and greater Palm Beach offer lots of opportunities in 2024 for impressive Instagramable pictures. Plenty of places and events with holiday decor are free. Snow in Dania Dania Pointe shopping …

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Festive lights, a dapper 20-foot tropical snowman named Olas, and entertainment are featured at Fort Lauderdale beach and Las Olas Oceanside Park. Holiday displays, photo ops, and lots of events are free. Las Olas Oceanside Park or LOOP is at 3000 E. Las Olas Boulevard, Fort Lauderdale 33316. Events for 2024 include:   Olas The …

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For some folks on your holiday list, including yourself, handmade items are ideal gifts. Learn how to make them at a DIY hands-on event at Broward library. Broward Main Library in Fort Lauderdale is offering DIY workshops and demonstrations from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, December 13, with free entry , and supplies are …

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Delight in plant-based dishes from participating restaurants and food vendors at  Vegan Block Party  events in Fort Lauderdale.  Vegan Block Party in  2025 is 3 p.m. – 9 p.m.  Saturday, July 5, at Esplanade Park, 400 S.W.  Second Street, Fort Lauderdale 33312. Esplanade Park is on the lovely Riverwalk promenade. Vegan Block Party events typically …

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