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Patti Roth, the editor of Fort Lauderdale on the Cheap, scouts out state and national deals, discounts and coupons for our readers, finding the real deals and presenting them in an easy-to-read format. A veteran newspaper and magazine writer and a longtime South Florida resident, she has written for The Miami Herald, The Sun-Sentinel in Fort Lauderdale, Florida Travel and Life, E Environmental Magazine, Dog Fancy, Cat Fancy, US Architecture and Earth911.com. Send your cheap tips to her at info@fortlauderdaleonthecheap.com.

For wet fun, April Pool’s Day is a free event with activities on land and entry to the pool. The April Pool’s Day event in 2026 is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 4, and registration online is required. It’s at the Historic Miramar Aquatics pool, 6920 SW 35th Street, Miramar 33023. The event …

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Library branches in Broward occasionally feature free entertaining and events including live performances, yoga, and festivals.  Some events are for kids and families. Others are aimed at adults. At plenty of library branches, parking is free. Featured events in 2026 Pinwheel Festival at library in Davie The Pinwheel Festival and Resource Fair is 10 a.m. …

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For those who appreciate enticing and budget-friendly things to do in Broward, April offers festivals and events with live entertainment that don’t require a wad of dough.  Festivals and other events  in April 2026 in Broward  Easter egg hunts & events  Easter egg hunts & photos with the bunny in Broward Water Safety events and …

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The South Florida Amateur Astronomy Association offers telescopes at Fox Observatory in Sunrise for peering into the night sky. Fox Observatory is in Markham Park, 16001 W. State Road 84, Sunrise 33326.  The facility is usually open Saturdays from about dusk until about 11 p.m, weather permitting, and representatives of South Florida Amateur Astronomers Association …

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Popular Jazz Brunch events offer an afternoon of free outdoor entertainment along scenic Riverwalk in Fort Lauderdale. The events are usually 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on first Sundays, with performers at different points along Riverwalk and Esplanade Park, 400 SW 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale. Jazz Brunch If you’d like, bring your own picnic or …

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The picturesque New River in Fort Lauderdale is the scene of a lively event featuring thousands of floating rubber ducks and opportunities to win exciting prizes. Duck Fest Derby in 2026 is 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.  Saturday, April 18, at Esplanade Park, 400 SW 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale. The event, which supports organizations that …

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Live entertainment and food trucks are offered for the Earth Day event in Plantation.  Earth Day in Plantation in 2026 is 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 18, with free entry. The Earth Day fest includes educational booths, kids activity area, and food trucks. A trash to treasure event is featured.  The festival is …

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Dania After Dark is an occasional street festival featuring food vendors, entertainment & artists in Dania Beach. Usually events are free. Some events require paid tickets. The events often include a kids area, food trucks and other food vendors, and adult beverages for purchase.  Dania After Dark is outdoors, unless weather requires the event relocate …

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With the surf and ocean air offering delightful ambience, live bands offer free entertainment and lively events are featured at Las Olas Oceanside Park in Fort Lauderdale throughout the year. Featured Events Sound Waves The popular Friday Night Sound Waves free concerts are 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. through April.  Here is the schedule: Friday, …

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For a fun evening out that’s friendly for your wallet, direct yourself to downtown Pompano Beach, where you’ll delight in entertainment, food trucks, and art displays indoors and outdoors as part of Old Town Untapped events. The events are usually 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. the first Fridays of the month, except for summer. Entry …

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