Summer-kids

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, …

The American Black Film Festival is rocking Miami this weekend with a celebration of Black creators in the film and TV industry. Regular ticket prices are $15.46-up. But there are also some closing events on Sunday that are free and open to the public. Space is limited, so be sure to save your spot on eventbrite …

This street party will not only have mega performances, but also ethnic cuisine, carnival fare and a game zone. This year’s schedule of performers: • MIA: Miami Sound Clash – A Tribute to Miami Music • The Crate Clash – 90s vs 2000s Head 2 Head • Island Heatwave – Afrobeat, Dancehall & Latin Vibes …

Splash In The Pines in Pembroke Pines is all about wet activities and it’s free.  The event in 2025  is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, August 9, at West Pines Soccer Park, 350 SW 196th Avenue, Pembroke Pines 33029. Parking is free. Food trucks selling refreshments will be on site. Information is offered at …

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 …

Public parks, schools and libraries in South Florida are among the places  featured in a federal program that offers free food for kids and teens during summer. The free meals are for kids 18 and younger. The Summer BreakSpot program is presented by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the Florida Department of Agriculture and other …

Favorite summer tropical fruits include the mango, mamey, and anon (a sweet-apple). If you don’t know what these are, or on the other hand, if the thought of these makes your mouth water, then head out to the Redland Summer Fruit Festival on June 21, 2025, for a taste of these. Fruit is the unofficial …

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 …

Aloha! This may not be a Pacific island but the folks in Palm Springs are throwing a luau anyway. This sounds like fun for the whole family, with music, dancing, games, drinks and food. Admission is free; vendor prices vary. Space is limited; preregistration required. Family Date Night in Palm Springs When: Saturday, June 7, …

For an enticing twist on the usual fireworks for Fourth of July, Lauderhill is featuring a drone light show. The event in 2025 is 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Wednesday, July 2, and entry is free. The venue is Lauderhill Sports Park, 7500 W. Oakland Park Blvd., Lauderhill 33319. Parking is free. The event includes …