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 Hispanic people, food, and entertainment are part of the rich and diverse flavor of South Florida. Hispanic Heritage Month, which is September 15 – October 15, focuses on those delights. The bonus to everyone is that there are lots of free events included in the festivities. Hispanic Heritage events for 2025 in Broward Pembroke Pines …

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Old Town in Pompano Beach is the venue for free Backyard Jam events featuring local and regional bands. The events are 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. select third Fridays and entry is free. Entertainment  includes: January 17: Box of Rocks February 21: Hangin with Brodie March 21 April 18: Simona Electra Show May 16: Stryder …

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Free concerts featuring local performers are featured at Lunch with Art: The LIVE Music Edition events at 12:15 p.m. the third Thursday of every month. Upcoming events in 2025 include: Sept. 18: Beth Cohen Oct. 16: Karina Iglesias Nov. 20: Brandon Mack (B Mack) Dec. 18: Charlotte McKinnon Feel free to bring lunch. Light refreshments …

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The Miramar Latin Music Festival offers free entry and chance to hear all kinds of live Latin music. The festivities in 2025  are 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, September 20, at the Amphitheater at Miramar Regional Park, 16801 Miramar Parkway, Miramar.  Entertainers include: Sonora Poncena Salsa band Raul Gallimore and Orquestra Inmensidad   Jory Boy …

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Pull out your favorite plaid shirt. The Town of Davie is offering a Fall festival packed with activities and entertainment. Festivities in 2025 are 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, September 20, and entry is free. Parking and activities are free. The event includes: activities for kids inflatables face painting petting farm artisan vendors food …

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If you’d like entertainment and activities  with your shopping and dining excursions, Dania Pointe plaza in Dania Beach offers free events for kids and adults. Dania Pointe is a popular plaza with trendy shops, restaurants, Bowlero, Dania Improv and Regal theaters. Some of the venues offer Happy Hour deals. Free events & activities at Dania …

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Independence Day festivities are typically lively and fun, including an event in Miramar with festivities for Trinidad and Tobago. Miramar Trinidad and Tobago Independence event in 2025 is 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, August 30, and entry is free. Parking is $22.96 online. VIP parking is $34.30 online.  Parking fees are $20 to $30 …

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Deals and occasional extra events are offered at Old Davie School, an interesting historical attraction with an authentic old schoolhouse and a replica of a Florida pioneer home. Some events offer free or discounted entry.     Featured Event Hot Rods Halloween auto show and trunk or treat are featured 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. …

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Free events and entertainment for kids and adults are offered at Plantation Walk, a pedestrian-friendly shopping and dining plaza in Plantation. Plantation Walk is at 321 N. University Drive, Plantation. Events usually are free, with free parking. Pets are usually permitted. Outside food and beverages are typically not permitted. Events at Plantation Walk Trunk or …

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Fort Lauderdale is featuring a Labor Day weekend Festival with live rock ‘n roll, vintage vehicles on display, and shopping. The festival in 2025 is 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, August 31, at North Beach Restaurants and Shoppes, on Northeast 32nd Street Street from 33rd Avenue  to A1A. Entry is free. Entertainment  includes The …

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