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Patti Roth

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.

Hollywood ArtsPark is a delightful venue for free live entertainment.  ArtsPark is a popular outdoor oasis in the downtown district on Hollywood Boulevard and Federal Highway. Featured events in  2026 include 7 p.m. Saturday, June 6 reggae flair is featured with bands including SunDub, Kaylan Arnold, Easy Star All Stars 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. …

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Events showcasing sleek sporty vehicles, vintage rides and intriguing exotics are popular in South Florida.  Many auto shows & exhibits are free for spectators. If you’re displaying vehicles, you may nab discounts on registration fees if you register early. Prior to venturing out, it’s wise to phone or refer to social pages to verify event …

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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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Lauderhill is hosting events that fit right in with excitement about the FIFA World Cup tournament, June 11 through July 19, 2o26, in Miami and other venues around the world.  Lauderhill is hosting several events the weekend of June 6-7. Free events in Lauderhill include  One event is 3 p.m. to 11 p.m.  Saturday, June …

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You can hear your favorite local bands perform at the monthly Sounds at Sundown concerts in Margate. Entry is free. What: Sounds at Sundown Music: 6 p.m. the first Saturday of the month (except July and August) Food trucks: Food for purchase from food trucks starting at 5 p.m.  Where: Margate Sports, 1695 Banks Road, …

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Sweet potato pie. Performances. Food vendors. Juneteenth festivities in Pompano Beach include the Blues and Sweet Potato Pie Festival. In 2026, the festival is 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 13, and entry is free. It’s at Apollo Park, 1580 NW Third  Avenue, Pompano Beach 33060. The event includes games and face painting for …

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For another kind of nightlife, try an evening nature walk at a Broward park.  Some parks occasionally offer night hikes in forests, prairies, on shorelines and other intriguing outdoor spaces. On the tour, you’ll savor distinctive nocturnal sights, scents and sounds of evenings in the wild. It’s a nice idea for a romantic date, fun …

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Festive Juneteenth events in Broward include entertainment, speakers and festivals with activities for kids. Juneteenth is a federal holiday representing freedom from slavery in the United States. In Broward, Juneteenth events are various dates, and plenty offer free entry. Juneteenth events in 2026  in Broward include Hollywood Documentary film about racial integration in Hollywood is …

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The Family Pride event at the Museum of Discovery and Science in Fort Lauderdale features free entry. The Pride event in 2026 is 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, June 27, and it includes Pride-theme activities. The Museum of Discovery and Science features exhibits, demonstrations and STEAM activities for kids. Activities for the Pride event include:  …

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