Summer-kids

For a price break on a fun activity in Broward, roller skating is $12 on Wednesdays in  Davie. The price includes skate rentals. The $12 deal is offered 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Wednesdays at Galaxy Skateway.  The regular price is usually about  $15-$20 with skate rentals. Recommendation: Phone first to ensure the venue is …

Kids work with their hands putting together fun projects at free interactive workshops offered in South Florida at participating Home Depot and Lowe’s stores. At the workshops, youngsters build a toy truck, a photo holder, or other item. Parents or others are invited to work with them. It’s a good idea to register online, especially …

For a sporty date night or family excursion, perhaps putt putt golf is ideal for your agenda. AllGolf in Pembroke Pines features different 18-hole play areas, and a few deals to stretch your dollars. Here are the regular fees for  miniature golf $13 Mondays – Fridays for 18 holes, $15 for 36 holes  $14 Saturdays …

While lots of parks in South Florida are relatively flat, Vista View Park in Davie is distinctive for its relatively tall terrain, with parts about 65 feet above sea level. Entry to Vista View  is free on weekdays. On weekends and holidays, the fee is $3 per vehicle for up to 8 people or $20 …

Fantasy Theatre Factory produces a series of live stage performances for young audiences that bring fun, family-friendly shows to life. Tickets are usually only $5 per show, some are free, plus some sensory-inclusive performances are available.  2026 Fantasy Theatre Factory Shows The Mis-Adventures of Pinocchio, a re-telling of the classic tale: Saturday, January 10, at 11:30 …

Watch family-friendly films for free outdoors at ArtsPark in Hollywood.  Movies are usually 8 p.m. Fridays, with occasional exceptions. It’s wise to verify the event is on prior to venturing out.  Films include: Friday, Jan. 8, 2026: How to Train Your Dragon Friday, Jan. 23: Superman (2025) Friday, Jan. 30: Tron Ares Feel free to …

  Deerfield Island is a natural area on the Intracoastal Waterway in north Broward that’s accessible by boat. Free water shuttle excursions to Deerfield Island Natural Area are weather permitting, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays.  The free boat shuttle service usually runs from a dock at Sullivan Park, 1701 Riverview Road, Deerfield Beach, at 10 a.m., …

Butterfly World is a popular walk-through attraction in North Broward with free-flight aviaries with tropical foliage and thousands of butterflies and birds from different parts of the world. Discount opportunities are offered. Regular prices are $32.50 for guests age 12 and older, $22.50 for children age 3-11 and free for age 2 and younger. However, …

We all like to introduce our children to new experiences, and there are lots of things to do with kids in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. We have organized the best free or cheap things to do with kids on our events calendar. If you’re looking for places to take visitors in South Florida, …

Turtle-lovers are invited to help say goodbye to rehabilitated patient “Swim Shady”, a 246 pound adult loggerhead sea turtle who is returning to the ocean. The public release will take place on the beach behind the Loggerhead Marinelife Center. Public turtle release When: Monday, Nov. 3, 2025, at 9:30 a.m. (space is limited, arrive no …

Zoo Miami’s popular $15 Mondays promotion is back for 2025. From June 9 through Sept. 29, 2025, you can get one admission into the zoo for just $15 (plus tax). That’s a significant discount from the regular price of $25.95 for those 13 and older and $21.95 for children 3-12. For the special Monday deal, …