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Celebrating Independence Day means picnics, outdoor concerts, beach parties, and fireworks. Here’s a sample of what some municipalities are planning for the 2024 holiday. You can use this list to find the best places to see fireworks in Palm Beach County. Check back for updates as more info becomes available. Boca Raton Start the celebration …

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EVENTS POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER; new dates yet to be determined. Previously posted: There are three events going on at the same time: Seafood, Music & Art Fest, Grill Fest, and Craft Beer Festival was to be held on Saturday & Sunday, June 15-16, 2024, from 2 to 8 p.m. All have free general admission; …

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Goombay and Junkanoo are familiar words in Bahamian culture. They both invoke visions of colorful costumes, calypso music and dancing, followed by a sumptuous feast. And you’re in luck because the annual arts and cultural event, the Miami Goombay Festival, will celebrate Coconut Grove’s Bahamian roots by taking the party to the streets, and you’re …

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Live entertainment, food vendors and breweries galore are featured at Ocean Brews & Blues Beer Fest in Deerfield Beach. The beer fest in 2024 is 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, May 18, at Deerfield Beach parking lot, 149 SE 21st Avenue, Deerfield Beach  33441. Free shuttles are offered from another parking venue. The event …

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Restaurants and food trucks are dishing up their versions of a favorite handheld food at Riverwalk Tacos and Tequila Festival in Fort Lauderdale. Entry is free. Food, including tacos, and beverages are offered for purchase. Tacos and Tequila Feast in 2024 is 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, May 18, at Esplanade Park, 400 S.W.  …

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Family films, bounce house fun for youngsters and food vendors are included at outdoor events offered in Tamarac. Entry is free for Movies in the Park. Food trucks, face painting and bounce houses are at 6:30 p.m. and the films are at 8 p.m. Here is the schedule for spring 2024: Friday, April 12: “Super Pets,” …

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Saturday night, May 11, 2024, from 5-10 p.m., take Mom and the family out on the town for a special edition of Jazz in the Heights. Event includes free family fun, live music and food trucks. Reserve your spot on eventbrite. Location: Zoo Miami, 12400 SW 152nd St., Miami. To keep up with the latest …

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General admission to the annual Taste of Boynton foodie extravaganza is free!  When: May 16, 2024, from 6 to 10 p.m. Where: Boynton Beach Civic Center, 120 E. Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach While VIP tickets are already sold out, you can still join the fun and enjoy a night of tasty food, live music, and …

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Happy Earth Day! With an emphasis on protecting the planet, South Florida features a variety of fun Earth Day fests and other events focusing on the environment in Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach counties. Many events are free and include entertainment and fun for the whole family. Some feature free plants and other free earth-friendly …

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The Broward Parks and Recreation Division is presenting Parks Fest at Tradewinds Park, an event loaded with activities and entertainment, including jazz flutist and Grammy winner Nestor Torres and Florida Youth Orchestra. Parks Fest  in 2024 is 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, April 21, and entry is free. The fee for parking at the …

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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 2024 is rescheduled due to weather for 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 13, at Esplanade Park on the scenic Riverwalk promenade along The New River.  Entry is free. Food and drinks from …

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