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Food demonstrations for kids and families, live entertainment and food trucks are featured at Picnic in the Park at Las Olas Oceanside Park in Fort Lauderdale. Picnic in the Park in 2026 is 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, January 25, and entry is free. Artisan vendors are included at the event, which also includes …

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The South Florida Fair is a prime attraction packed with family fun and entertainment, with rides, food vendors, exhibits, parades, performers, competitions and so much more. What: South Florida Fair When: Jan. 16 through Feb. 1, 2026 Where: South Florida Fairgrounds, 9067 Southern Blvd., West Palm Beach, FL 33411 Cost: Varies per day; range $15-$20 …

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Dance, food and handicraft vendors, exhibits, fashion shows and art representing India are featured at Namaste Indian Festival in Pompano Beach. The event in 2026 is 11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, February 7. Register on the Namaste Indian Festival website for free tickets. Festivities are at Pompano Beach Amphitheater, 1806 NE Sixth Street, Pompano …

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Entry is free for Riverwalk Seafood Festival in Fort Lauderdale, with food offered for purchase from local vendors. The fest in 2026 is 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, January 3, at Esplanade Park, 400 SW Second Street, Fort Lauderdale 33312. Esplanade Park is on Riverwalk, which is a delightful pedestrian promenade along The New …

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Here’s a chance to experience the culture of this Asian festival at Saigon Night Market, with music, food and a Dragon Boat Race. Lunar New Year Fest When: Saturday, Jan 3, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; and Sunday, Jan 4, 2026, from 1 to 8 p.m.  Where: Sunset Cove Amphitheater, 20405 Amphitheater Circle, …

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Grab some food. Delight in the live entertainment.  Taste of Dania is 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Saturday, January 10, and entry and parking are free.  Taste of Dania Beach offers food and beverages for purchase.  The event includes games, face painting, and entertainment.  Tasting Tickets Tasting tickets offer access to nibbles from a selection of …

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Taste foods from different regions of the world at Riverwalk International Food Festival in Fort Lauderdale. Riverwalk International Food Festival in 2025  is 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday,  November 15, at Esplanade Park on the scenic Riverwalk promenade along The New River.  Entry is free. Food and drinks from food trucks and regional restaurants …

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Cheese, beer, brats, music and more … Wisconsin Foodie Fest has it all. When: Saturday-Sunday, Nov. 8-9, from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Where: Wellington Amphitheater Cost: $8.06-$13.70 Entertainment: Southern Blood The Rock Show Foreigner Experience & Bad Inc. Brett Staska Spred the Dub Website What else is happening: Looking for more free and cheap …

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Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church is celebrating its annual North Miami Greek Food & Wine Festival, from Nov. 7-9, 2025. Admission to this event is free. From 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday, guests can enjoy a menu of authentic Greek recipes, traditional live music, dancing, …

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Smorgasburg Miami reopened October 4, 2025, and it has new vendors and lots of upcoming special events, like Spookysburg. What: Smorgasburg Miami’s 2025-2026 season features Spookysburg! When: Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 25-26, 2025, from noon to 8 p.m.  Where: Smorgasburg Wynwood, 2600 NW 2nd Ave., Miami Cost: Free admission; vendor prices vary. Get ready for a spine-tingling …

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