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Free & cheap Easter egg hunts & bunny sightings in Broward

Egg hunts for kids and other family events for Easter and Spring are offered in greater Fort Lauderdale.  Often an Easter Bunny — or Peter Rabbit or Spring Bunny —  is on site. Some events offer exciting features, such as a marshmallow drop from a helicopter in Hollywood. Many events in Broward are offered for …

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Watch free outdoor movies in Broward, Dade & greater Palm Beach

Outdoor films at parks and plazas in South Florida are often free — perfect for an excursion with the family or perhaps a frugal date. Often food vendors are on site.  Or supply your own snacks — if rules allow. Usually, organizers recommend bringing your own blankets or portable seats. With occasional shifts in schedules …

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Tamarac offers free outdoor films, fun & food trucks

Family films, inflatable fun for youngsters and food vendors are included at outdoor events offered in Tamarac. Entry is free for Movies in The Park. In 2023, films include March 10 “Lightyear” April 14 “DC League of Super-Pets” May 12 “Spiderman” Activities, food trucks and face painting are offered at 6:30 p.m., and films are …

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Free Groove on the Grass in Tamarac

Bring portable seats for free outdoor events in Tamarac including live entertainment and inflatables for youngsters. Groove on the Grass events in 2023 include 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. March 3 featuring Nostalgia LIVE and 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. April 21 with live music. The venue is Tamarac Sports facilities, 9901 NW 77th Street, …

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Farmers markets, vendor fairs in South Florida

Shop for fresh produce, prepared foods, vintage treasures, art, decor and other items from South Florida vendors, farmers and artisans. Farmers markets and vendor fairs in Broward, Miami-Dade and greater Palm Beach often include opportunities for extra fun and entertainment like yoga, live music, hayrides, pony rides, face painting or petting zoos. Usually entry is …

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‘Story Trail’ at Tamarac’s Waters Edge Park features storybook pages

Enhance a walk in the park with a story along the way. Waters Edge Park in Tamarac features a Story Trail. Story trails, also referred to as story walks, are outdoor exhibits featuring pages from a storybook displayed along a path. It’s a free activity for families with kids – and a great way to …

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Things to do with kids this summer (free, low-cost & deals)

When kids are out of school for the summer, parents in South Florida appreciate ideas for fun things to do. Especially, if those activities are free. Inexpensive. Or offered with an enticing discount. Lots of indoor & outdoor fun and entertainment — including free fun and entertainment — is offered in Broward, Miami-Dade and greater …

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Christmas in July events & deals

Santa likes South Florida in summer.  Santa is making appearances in greater Fort Lauderdale in July. Perhaps attired in swimsuit & sunglasses, he’s attending a pool event in Tamarac and an excursion aboard Fort Lauderdale Water Taxi. Other Christmas in July 2022 events feature holiday music, holiday drinks and holiday vibes. Christmas in July events …

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Ideas for free and cheap dates in Broward

If you appreciate frugal fun, delighting your sweetie with a lovely inexpensive or free date is doable in Fort Lauderdale and the rest of Broward County. Plenty of exciting events and interesting activities are free. Others are relatively inexpensive. With extra dollars in your wallet, splurge on sparkling wine, a fancy dessert, or other romantic …

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