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Floats, twirlers, and dancers are among entertainment featured in the Sistrunk Parade and Festival in Fort Lauderdale. Sistrunk Parade and Festival in 2025 is 8:30 a.m. Saturday, February 22, for the parade and 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. for the festival. Entry to the festivities is free.  The event is in association with Black History …

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The month of March has several Youth Music Festivals scheduled to present diverse performances by Miami-Dade students. Admission is free with RSVP to attend these events. The public is invited to join neighbors and community members in these family festivities that recognize and showcase the talent and creativity that abounds in student artists across various …

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Wear your beads. Hollywood Mardi Gras offers its version of the festive event especially famous in New Orleans. Entry is free for the street festival. The event in 2025 is 1 p.m. – 7 p.m. Sunday, February 25, at Hollywood Boulevard off 19th and 20th Avenues, Hollywood 33020. The  Mardi Gras event includes live music, …

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It’s fun, entertaining and offers free entry. It’s the Dania Beach Wine and Seafood Festival. The event in 2025 is 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, March 8, with live bands, artist and artisan vendors, and food vendors from local restaurants.  A sand sculpture is often part of the festivities. Entry is free. Food and …

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Rather than pick a restaurant, dine on selections from a variety of establishments in Oakland Park. Taste of Oakland Park  in 2025 is 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, February 28, and tickets are required. Tickets are $20 in advance at $25 at the gate, if any are still available. It’s an outdoor event at …

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The Florida Renaissance Festival in Deerfield Beach offers an opportunity to immerse yourself in a fantasy world  with performers, artisans and activities inspired by another place and time. Discount opportunities are offered for eligible attendees, and free entry opportunities for kids. The popular event in 2025 is on weekends from February 1 – March 23 …

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World Fest in Weston offers an international array of flavors, fashion, displays, art, singing, dancing and other live entertainment. Entry is free for Weston World Fest festivities in 2025 is 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 2, offering entertainment and things to do for kids and adults. Weston World Fest features performances and interactive …

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Plenty of live performers, visual artists and an aerial acrobatics act are featured at Art Hollywood, with events at participating studios and restaurants, and at ArtsPark in Hollywood. Art Hollywood in 2025 is  10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, January 25, and entry is free. Lots of the events are in downtown Hollywood and at …

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With a popular festival-style event in Davie, the Broward Natural Resources Division offers the opportunity for Broward residents to nab free trees. Water Matters Day in 2025 is 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. Saturday, March 8 at Tree Tops Park, 954-357-5130, 3900 SW 100th Ave., Davie 33328 Entry into the park is $3 per vehicle …

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St. Patrick’s Day on is an occasion for parades and festivals, including in Fort Lauderdale. Pull out your favorite emerald apparel and delight in the festive vibe.  St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Festival in Fort Lauderdale in 2025 is 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. Saturday, March 8, and entry is free. Parade The parade is …

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