Summer-kids

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. …

Welleby Park in Sunrise is sporting fun features. For kids, amenities include a nature-theme splash pad for wet fun, a playground with a rubberized safety surface, and a Safety Town play area.  For a stroll, a boardwalk runs along a lake. Dogs are welcome to nose around Pawgrass Dog Park. Welleby Park, 954-747-4600, is at …

Swim or lounge on the deck. Pompano Beach is offering free dive-in movie events. Dive-in movies at 8 p.m. in Pompano Beach in 2025 include: June 6 “Moana 2” July 18 “Shark Tale” August 8 “Mufasa”  Dive-in films are at the aquatics facilities, 901 NW 10th St., Pompano Beach 33060. Dial 954-786-4116 for more information.  …

Watch a rescued turtle dine on greens. With a focus on protecting oceans and their wildlife inhabitants, Marine Environmental Education in Hollywood is open to the public with exhibits and a saltwater pool where you can watch a rescued sea turtle swim and eat. The female sea turtle on site is not releasable due to …

Play yard games, hop on bounce houses and delight in entertainment at Summer Jamz in Fort Lauderdale. Summer Jamz in 2025 is 7 p.m.- 10 p.m. Friday, August 15 and entry is free.  For those who’d like to shop, food vendors and other vendors are included in the festivities. It’s at Mills Pond Park, 2201 …

For family excursions, National Night Out events in South Florida often include activities, police and firefighter demonstrations and entertainment.  The events are free.  Some events offer lots to do. The Plantation event includes bounce houses, rock wall and The Fuzz police department band.   National Night Out events foster public safety and establishing friendly links with …

The NSU Art Museum in Fort Lauderdale offers free admission as part of Sunny Days/Starry Nights events from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. the first Thursday of each month. The events include activities for kids and adults. Often events include 2-for-1 deals on wine. Free hands-on art activities  The free first Thursdays events usually include …

Head to the waterfront in West Palm Beach on the 2nd Friday of every month for downtown’s Screen on the Green and enjoy a free family friendly movie.

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 …

If you’re looking for things to do with your kids in South Florida this summer, consider taking them to a movie. It’s a way to beat the heat, and a number of theaters are offering cheap movies for kids. Prices vary, ranging from $1 to $3 plus tax. AMC Theatres Summer Movie Camp: $3 Promo …

The City of Boynton Beach continues to offer a free concert series on the First Friday at 5 p.m., monthly in 2025. Note: Due to the amphitheater construction, the June event will take place on Ocean Avenue, in front of the Arts & Cultural Center. First Friday @ 5 When: First Friday of each month …