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Party with your pals at  Jamaica Independence Fete featuring a variety of live entertainers. The event in 2025 is 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, August 8, and entry is free.  The venue is the Youth Enrichment building, 7000 Miramar Parkway, Miramar. Parking is free.  Entertainment features  LP International featuring Puma     Supa Twitch Glamour Wayne …

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Entry is free for the Summer Symphony Series in Pembroke Pines. Delight in performances that feature the South Florida Symphony Orchestra.  Events in 2025 include: Sunday, June 8, 4 p.m. Set off on a musical journey for all ages filled with classical favorites and popular tunes with the string family.  Sunday, July 13, 4 p.m. …

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The Parks and Recreation Department in Parkland offers occasional free festivals, free films and events.  Events in 2025 include Eats ‘N Beats Parkland offers free entry for Eats ‘N Beats  events that include food trucks and live entertainment 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. at Pine Trails Park. Events include: May 3 MixTape June 7 Majesty …

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Reggae artists, activities for youngsters, and fresh produce are featured at a free Jamaica Emancipendence Fair in Broward. The event includes lots of live music. Jamaica Fair in 2025 is 3 p.m. – 11 p.m. Saturday, August 2, with free entry and $10 parking fee. Parking is payable at the event,  or online for 12.76 …

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You may have seen ads and announcements on social media about Candlelight Concerts throughout South Florida. These special events not only provide a multi-sensory musical experience, but also include a depth of repertoire and breadth of genres, from classical and jazz to show tunes and pop music. What is Candlelight? According to the Secret Media …

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Funk. Jazz. R&B music. Popular South Florida performers are featured at Soulful Sundays in Pompano Beach. The concert series celebrating the history and culture of African Americans. The events are usually 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.second Sundays with $10 tickets. Tickets are $10 online. No tickets are sold at the door. Performances 6 p.m. – …

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While plenty of towns in Florida feature fireworks on the Fourth of July, Weston uses a different schedule for  its Independence Day extravaganza, with fireworks and festivities July 3 and for July 4, there’s a parade.  Weston Hometown Fourth of July Celebration Weston Hometown Fourth of July  in 2025 in Weston includes fireworks, games and …

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Lots of July Fourth events in Weston, Fort Lauderdale, Deerfield and other towns in Broward feature fireworks, parades and plenty of live entertainment. Many are free, with free parking. Kids’ activities are often featured. Food trucks are often included for purchasing refreshments. Usually, Fourth of July events in 2025 are July 4, with occasional exceptions, …

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Delight in the flavors and rhythms of The Islands in Broward. Food. Music. Dancing. Caribbean heritage events in Broward offer food and lively entertainment, with plenty of free events. Caribbean Heritage Month is traditionally celebrated in June. Caribbean Heritage Events in 2025 Fort Lauderdale Las Olas Oceanside Park is offering free Caribbean Heritage Month events …

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Sweet potato pie. Live music. Dancing and games. Juneteenth festivities in Pompano Beach include the annual Blues and Sweet Potato Pie Festival. In 2025, the festival is 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June 14, and entry is free. It’s at Apollo Park, 1580 NW Third  Avenue, Pompano Beach 33060. The event includes games for …

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