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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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Popular bands from South Florida perform at free concerts in Holiday Park in Fort Lauderdale. Starlight Musicals is a summer favorite in South Florida. Events in 2025 are 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Fridays from June 6 through August 8 at Holiday Park on Federal Highway and East Sunrise Boulevard. On July 4, there is …

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For outdoor afternoon entertainment, local performers entertain at events at Tunnel Top Plaza in Fort Lauderdale. Events in 2025 are 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. in April and May. Musicians include: Friday April 25  Jonny Edwards Wednesday April 30  Chris Monteleone Friday May 2  Jeff Durham Wednesday May 7  Mike Daly Friday May 9 Dyllan …

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Register online for free tickets to an outdoor play in the park. The play in 2025 is “Sound of Music.” The venue is Richardson Park, 1937 Wilton Drive, Wilton Manors 33305 The play is presented May 19 through 25, May 28 through June 2 and June 4 through 9. You can register for free tickets online. …

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Fort Lauderdale is throwing a beach party loaded with entertainment and activities. It’s the Great American Beach Party. The fun and free event in 2025 is 11 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Saturday, May 24, at the beach and Las Olas Oceanside Park.  Throw on your favorite pair of shades & pack up your towels & …

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Latin rhythms with live bands are featured at free events at a park in Fort Lauderdale. Viernes Musicals are at Riverland Park, 954-828-5320, 950 SW 27th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale 33312. Feel free to bring seating and snacks. In 2025, events include: 7 p.m.  Friday, April 11  Orquesta Calle Sol 7 p.m.  Friday, May 9 Mikey’s …

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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 2025 is 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, May 17, 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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When the U.S. Navy docks in Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale, the public is invited to free Fleet Week events and free Navy Band performances. Broward Navy Days events in 2025 include 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 26. Top Gun Olympics at Healthy Kids Day event at the YMCA in Weston Saturday, April …

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The Earth Day event at Hollywood beach features live entertainment, including a dance party. Mother Ocean Music Festival at the Hollywood Bandshell includes regional bands, exhibits from environmental protection organizations, and items made from recycled plastic. The festival in 2025 is 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. Saturday, April 26, and entry is free.  Entertainment includes: …

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