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The Bass Museum of Arts in Miami Beach opened in 1964 and showcases contemporary art in both permanent and temporary exhibits. Are you a resident of Miami Beach? If so, you’re in luck! Miami Beach Residents enjoy free admission to The Bass all year round! Present a valid ID or proof of residence and receive …

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A free Japanese festival will take place on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at the Ichimura Miami-Japan Garden on Watson Island. From 11 a.m. to 4 pm., you can bask in Japanese entertainment, culture, food and music. The event includes demonstrations of sushi and ikebana as well as a Japanese tea ceremony, kisen calligraphy mural, and …

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Yes, there really are free transportation options in and around Miami. Miami-Dade County’s public transportation may still need much improvement, but several options are free.  UPDATE: MetroConnect now provides free ride-share service around Miami-Dade County that easily connects you to Metrobus, Metrorail and takes you where you need around town. More details can be found here. …

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The Wolfsonian-FIU Museum is more than just a venue to view art exhibitions. It also hosts free book discussions, art classes and family events. It’s a museum that explores the inventive and provocative character of the modern world through objects and design that reveal how the past influences the present and shapes the future.  The Wolfsonian …

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Did you know Miami Children’s Museum offers Sensory Saturdays? On the second Saturday of the month, the museum creates a specially focused experience for children with disabilities and their families including modified lighting, sound adjustments and other features. The event is 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Families can enjoy the day with a stage performance …

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Want to hear live music? The Betsy Hotel in the heart of South Beach offers a free live music series every day. It’s a nice way to enjoy some tunes amid beautiful surroundings – and give yourself a little break any day of the week. All performances are free, with no cover or drink minimum. …

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We found several FREE events happening during Miami Music Week, which runs from Tuesday, March 19 to Sunday, March 24. MARCH 19 No Sugar Added Miami 2024 5 p.m. to midnight at Hyde Beach, 1701 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Free before 7:30 p.m. Artists: Alex Wann, Nala, Nico de Andrea, Notre Dame, Skatman, Tiffy Vera MARCH 20 …

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The Normandy Fountain Business Association is hosting a variety of family-friendly events for 2024. Bring the whole family for these gatherings around the iconic fountain, which has been lovingly restored and is the spotlight of the neighborhood’s downtown. Here’s what’s coming up: Thursday, Feb. 15 at 7 p.m. Dance & Romance with Dance Now! Miami’s …

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Outdoor family movies are always a fun way to spend the evening and bringing a comfortable lawn chair or your favorite blanket makes the experience that much more enjoyable. Here’s what’s showing at local area parks: Friday, April 5 from 7:30-9:30 p.m., Downtown Doral Park, 8395 NW 53 St. Screening of the Disney film “Wish.” …

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The show was postponed from the previous date due to rain, but now it’s on again this Sunday. Cue the lights, music, dancers and atmosphere! Anibal Berraute’s Tango Dreams will perform on Miami Beach on Oct. 8, from 7 to 9 p.m. and the show is free! This show features authentic Argentine jazz, at Normandy Fountain, …

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