Summer-kids

Indoors and outdoors, there are plenty of free and inexpensive things to do in July in Broward. Grab a favorite beverage and pick your favorites.  Free & Inexpensive events in July in Broward  Drone Light Show  Drone lights show, food trucks and a bounce house with an Independence Day theme are featured at free in …

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, …

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 …

Family Farms in Davie offers produce for purchase, including occasional U-pick items, flower fields and activities. The farm with farm animals on display is open 10 a.m. –  6 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays; and 10 a.m. – 10  p.m. Saturdays, usually with free entry. Fees apply for some activities and events. Family Farms, 954-804-2850, …

Set your sights for an adventure in the South Florida wilderness. Perhaps you’ll navigate a shady path through a lush forest. Or perch yourself on a riverbank where herons are wading in the water. Tune in to the visual displays, scents and sounds of the outdoor environment. Some parks, botanical gardens and protected natural areas …

Order fare from food trucks, groove to live entertainment and peruse spiffy vehicles on display at Hot Rods & Hot Dogs event in Coconut Creek.  Hot Rods & Hot Dogs in 2025 is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday,  June 28, and entry is free with food available for purchase. The venue is the community …

More than 7,000 people are expected to attend this year’s 8th Family Fest at Regatta Park, hosted by Miami Kids Magazine. Entrance is free! Features entertainment, interactive activities, valuable giveaways, and family-focused experiences. Miami Kids Magazine Family Fest Date: Saturday, June 14, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Location: Regatta Park, 2700 S. Bayshore …

Pools, water parks and water playgrounds in Broward offer refreshing fun. Some venues, especially municipal pools, offer entry without spending a wad of money.    You can find splash pads with free entry, pools and water parks that don’t cost much, and even some water parks that offer discounts in the afternoons. If you’re looking …

It’s that time again! Mia’s Summer Shell-A-Bration is a free, family-friendly event not only to celebrate but also learn how to protect Florida’s beloved manatees. Take the whole family and enjoy a fun day packed with engaging activities. Mia’s Summer Shell-A-Bration at Manatee Lagoon When: Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. …

When kids are out of school for the summer, parents in South Florida appreciate ideas for fun and interesting things to do. Maybe educational. Especially, if those activities are free, cheap or come with a discount. Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties offer lots of fun and entertainment for families. Indoors and outdoors.  Dive-in movies …

The Miami Marlins Foundation is inviting kids, age 14 and under, to register and have some fun throwing, catching and hitting the ball out of the park this weekend. Events provide boys and girls an opportunity to showcase their baseball and softball skills. PLAY BALL Weekend Events will be held on Saturday, June 14, 2025, …