Wet fun

Water playgrounds  in Deerfield and Hollywood that are typically for kids and families are open specifically for dogs at designated K9 Water Festivals, popular with pooches and their people. At water park events for dogs, some pups step into the shallow water and stand. Others fly into the water, swim and retrieve floating toys.  Dogs …

Pack your favorite towel. Deerfield Beach Parks and Recreation department is offering dive-in movies. Dive-in movies in 2024 include: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, May 17: “Jaws” 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, July 12: “Elemental.” This event will be part of One Deerfield: Connecting Community, One Block at a Time. This event will …

Soar down an inflatable water slide. Play splashy water games. Splash In The Pines in Pembroke Pines is all about wet activities and it’s free. The event  is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, August 10, 2024 at West Pines Soccer Park, 350 SW 196th Avenue, Pembroke Pines. Parking is free. If splashing works up …

Splash around with Santa at a pool party in Tamarac. Entry is $5.  Summer Splash with Santa in 2024 is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 20, with swimming, entertainment and poolside activities presented by Tamarac Parks & Recreation Department. The event is at Caporella Aquatic Complex, 954-597-3660, 9300 NW 58th Street, Tamarac. Lawn …

Parks in South Florida offer watercraft rentals for folks who adore an excursion on the water. Watercraft for rent include stand-up paddleboards, kayaks, paddleboats & others.  Prior to venturing out, phone first. Some parks require pre-payment for watercraft rentals, and occasionally rentals are not available for other reasons. Broward Parks offering boat rentals include Quiet …

Splash in the water playground. Play games. Splashtacular events are offered at Castaway Island, the water park at T.Y. Park in Hollywood, and entry is $7.  The events in 2024 include: 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, June 28, Pirate Night. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, July 26, Luau Night. T.Y. Park, 954-357-8811, is …

Oakland Park Parks and Recreation Division is offering water games, slides and activities for Kids to Parks Day.  Kids To Parks Day is a national event promoting outdoor play. Oakland Park free Kids To Parks Day event in 2024 is 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May  18, at Wimberly Field.  Parking is free.  The …

Water safety information and free access to swim in the pool are featured at a Water Safety Day event at a public pool in Davie. The event in 2024 is 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 18, with free entry.  Refreshments are provided. The event includes a DJ, kids activities, and water safety information.  …

Dania Parks and Recreation is featuring a free water safety program. The event in 2024 is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 18, at the pool, 2901 SW 52nd St., Dania Beach.  Parking is free. The program includes safety instruction, information booths and demonstrations. Register online. Wear a swimsuit and bring a towel.  Sign …

For free family entertainment, Fort Lauderdale Parks and Recreation is offering outdoor films at Bass Park pool. Lounge by the pool. Or watch a movie with a dip in the water.  Films featured in 2024  include: 7:30 p.m. Friday, May 10: “Spiderman Across the Spider-Verse” 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 14: “Super Mario Bros. Movie” Feel …

Splashing fun and water safety information are featured at a free event in Pembroke Pines. The event  in 2024 is 10 a.m. – 12 p.m May 4 at Academic Village Pool, 17191 Sheridan Street, Pembroke Pines 33029. Water Safety Day  includes safety demonstrations, DJ entertainment and activities. Vendors are featured at the event. Bring your …