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Renowned international and local performers are among in the exciting slate of artists featured at Jazz Fest Pompano Beach. Jazz Fest Pompano Beach in 2025 is Friday and Saturday, January 24-25, with some performances at the beach. Food vendors and art vendors are featured at the events. Entry is free, and registration online is requested. …

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Favorite Sinatra tunes from the Swing Era are included at a free outdoor holiday performance at Las Olas Oceanside Park. Christmas Eve with Sinatra features Jeff Grainger and his band. The event in 2024 is 7 p.m. December 24, and entry is free for lawn seating. Feel free to bring your own blankets or chairs. …

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Occasionally, Broward parks provide a delightful venue for live entertainment. Often the e Music events at Broward parks include 2024 events 2 p.m. November 24 Bach ‘n’ Roll  with free entry and free parking Where: Nature Center, 751 Sheridan St., Hollywood Organizer: Music Club of Hollywood   4 p.m. November 30 Jazz featuring Broward College …

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Feel free to dress up in your favorite Western wear for Boots on the Boulevard in Hollywood with live bands, food trucks and vendors. Boots on the Boulevard in 2024 is 2 p.m. – 8 p.m. Sunday December 8 and entry is free. The event is on Hollywood Boulevard at 19th and 20th Avenues. Entertainment …

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The Old Davie School is rocking out with the six-piece rock party band Apache Dragon. The live show in 2024 features sets at 1 p.m. and 2:15 p.m. Sunday, September 15, outdoors in the shady area of the historical museum. Entry and parking are free. A food truck offers refreshments for purchase. Old Davie School, …

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For an event with a fun name, food trucks and a live band, it’s Eats ‘N’ Beats in Parkland, and entry is free. Events in 2024 include 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturdays May 4, June 1, July 6 and August 3 at Pine Trails Park Amphitheatre.  Bring lawn seating or blankets. Pine Trails Park …

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The rooftop terrace of the YMCA in Fort Lauderdale is the place to be for a free performance featuring a duet of string instruments.  The show in 2024 is 7:30 p.m. Saturday, July 20 at 408 N.W.  14th Terrace, Fort Lauderdale 33311. The performance features guitarist Bob Folse and Elizabeth Aran on cello.  Information and …

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Live entertainment, art vendors and a Kids Zone are featured at a free  event presented in Broward by Tri-Rail railroad. Tri-Rail Summer Fest in 2024 is 2:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Saturday, July 13, in Fort Lauderdale. The event includes: food trucks, including Jake’s Drive-In Burgers, Ya Hala & others vendors bounce houses glitter tattoos …

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Pack up your portable seats and blankets. Rock In The Park events feature a live band at ArtsPark in Hollywood.  It’s extra nice because it’s free. Rock In The Park in 2024 includes 7 p.m. Saturday, June 8, featuring Live From 05 Miami Beach Rock Ensemble ArtsPark is on Hollywood Boulevard and Federal Highway. It’s …

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Fort Lauderdale offers a 4th of July Spectacular featuring fireworks and festivities including water slides, fireworks and live bands. Fourth of July Spectacular in 2024 is 12 p.m. to 9: 15 p.m. Thursday, July 4, with entertainment and activities including: inflatable water slides beach games face painting 12 p.m. S.O.U.L. band 2:45 p.m. Coyote Wild …

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Upright Hootenanny  and other bands are featured at a free festival at an oceanside park in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea. Scuba4Good Festival in 2024 is 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, June 1, and the event includes vendors, regional bands, and food and drinks for purchase. Entry is free. Donations are accepted and raffle tickets are on sale …

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