Patti Roth

Egg hunts for kids and other family events for Easter and Spring are offered throughout Broward County. Often an Easter Bunny (or Peter Rabbit or Spring Bunny) is on site. Some events offer activities, including bounce houses, petting farms and rides. In Tamarac and some other towns, egg hunts are offered in pools. Pompano Beach …

Flamingo Gardens in Davie  is a popular attraction with wildlife habitats, botanical gardens and occasional extra events and activities including festivals and live entertainment.    Flamingo Gardens prices & discounts Regular entry fees are $24 ages 12 and older, $17 for ages 3-11 20% discount, which is $19.20  for seniors age 65 and older, veterans, …

For a sporty date night or family excursion, perhaps putt putt golf is ideal for your agenda. AllGolf in Pembroke Pines features different 18-hole play areas, and a few deals to stretch your dollars. Here are the regular fees for  miniature golf $13 Mondays – Fridays for 18 holes, $15 for 36 holes  $14 Saturdays …

Pull out your favorite swimwear. The water playground at Quiet Waters Park offers occasional extra events and opportunities for discounts. Splash Adventure is an interactive shallow water playground with slides and spritzy features. Quiet Waters Park, 954-357-5100, is at 401 S. Powerline Road, Deerfield Beach 33442.  Water playground fees & discounts Splash Adventure is inside …

Free events and entertainment for kids and adults are offered at Plantation Walk, a pedestrian-friendly shopping and dining plaza in Plantation.   Plantation Walk is at 321 N. University Drive, Plantation 33324. Events usually are free, with free parking. Pets are permitted at some events. Outside food and beverages are typically not permitted. Featured event …

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. …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …