Free surf and paddleboard lessons in Deerfield Beach
Island Water Sports in Deerfield Beach offers free surf and stand-up paddleboard lessons Saturdays at 7 a.m. The two-hour lessons are for ages 5 and older, weather permitting. The number...
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Indoor places to go when it's hot & rainy
Rainy days, hot days and frosty days in South Florida offer an opportunity to focus on indoor fun. Be a tourist in your in your town and savor fresh sights,...
Beach & Groove free concerts in Hallandale Beach & Uber discount
You're invited to a party in Hallandale Beach the last Sunday of every month. Beach & Groove Free Beach Concerts are at 5 p.m. on selected Sundays, and entry is...
Libraries loan laptops, educational toys & other gear for free
Walk into a library and walk out with a digital tablet. Or a robot. Or a Frisbee. Participating libraries in South Florida loan items like electronic devices, robotic devices and...
Free Starlight Musicals concerts in Fort Lauderdale
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 2026 are 7 p.m....
TY Park in Hollywood offers walking, jogging and bike path with lake and oak trees
Topeekeegee-Yugnee Park in Hollywood - or TY Park, as it's known - is popular for a variety of outdoor activities. South Floridians love it because it's a great venue for...
Free entry & free rides onto Deerfield Island
Deerfield Island is a natural area on the Intracoastal Waterway in north Broward that's accessible by boat. Free water shuttle excursions to Deerfield Island Natural Area are weather permitting, Fridays,...
Ikea restaurants offer dining deals, including kids eat free offer
For folks who sign up for the free Family rewards program at Ikea, participating restaurants in the home goods stores offer deals. Ikea restaurant deals include Kids eat free offer...
Dine Out Lauderdale restaurant deals and promotions
Hungry and ready to dive into the local restaurant scene? Then, Dine Out Lauderdale is for you. Participating Fort Lauderdale area restaurants serve their favorite dishes, often offering fixed-price meals...
Jamaica Independence Fete in Broward features entertainment & free entry
Party with your pals at Jamaica Independence Fete featuring a variety of DJs adding the rhythm. The event in 2026 is 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. July 31, and entry...
Youth Orchestra performs patriotic favorites & Broadway tunes in Pompano Beach
Delight in a string orchestra performance that features patriotic songs and some Broadway favorites. And, it's free. The Gold Coast Youth Orchestra concert is at 3 p.m. Sunday, July 26,...
Hallandale Eats and Savor Davie join Broward summer restaurant deals
Patronize your favorite restaurants. Treat yourself to eateries where you haven't been before. Perhaps take an epicurean journey tasting unfamiliar, exotic flavors. Restaurant month events that promote local establishments are...
Live 'Living Room' performances in Pompano Beach for $10
Indoor Living Room concerts featuring regional artists are featured at The Hive Black Box Theater in Pompano Beach. The music starts at 7 p.m. the fourth Thursday of the month....
Free food & diaper distributions & other resources
Organizations in South Florida offer free food distribution for families needing help. Some sites provide drive-through pickups, while others offer doorstep deliveries for eligible participants. Eligibility requirements vary among different...
Free dive-in & other outdoor films in Deerfield Beach
Deerfield Beach offers free events featuring films at parks and occasionally at a pool. The parks and recreation folks may offer free popcorn. Dive-in films in 2026 include: "Hoppers," Pixar...
Florida waives taxes for Back to School shopping for students & everybody else
Florida is offering shoppers savings on eligible purchases of apparel, school supplies, and electronic devices including laptops, desktops and tablets. Florida Back To School sales tax holidays are events in...
Nab $5 deals for films at Flippers theater in Hollywood
Flippers theater in Hollywood features $5 ticket deals. Flippers movie theater and arcade offers $5 movies Wednesdays. The deal does not apply to new releases, special showings or 3D movies. ...
Free school supplies, backpacks & back to school events in Broward
Free school supplies are offered at lots of events in Broward for students returning to school. Events sometimes include free groceries, food vouchers, and free haircuts. Back To School events...
India's Independence Day Festival offers free entry
For a taste of India in Fort Lauderdale, the India Independence Day Festival includes entertainment, food and things to do for kids. Shop from vendors featuring apparel, jewelry and henna...
Pirates exhibit & other displays in Plantation, with free entry
Vintage fire truck. History of pirates display. In addition to a variety of exhibits, Plantation Historical Museum offers occasional entertainment and activities like trivia events. The museum usually is open...
Free Hollywood ArtWalk offers art tours, vendors & entertainment
See works of art indoors and outdoors and shop wares from artisan vendors during the popular Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk. The free event typically takes place from 6 p.m. to 10...
Free dive-in films at pool in Pompano Beach
Swim or lounge on the deck. Pompano Beach is offering free dive-in movie events. Dive-in movies at 8 p.m. in Pompano Beach in 2026 include: June 12: "Lilo & Stich"...
Discount vouchers for swimming lessons in Broward
Residents of Broward are eligible to nab a vouchers for discounts on swimming instruction for kids, teens and adults. The vouchers are valued at $55 to $200 for lessons at...
Bahamas Goombay Broward features entertainment & Junkanoo parades & it's free
Delight in the flavors and rhythms of the Bahamas. In Miramar. Bahamas Goombay Broward in 2026 is 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday, July 19 and entry is free. The...
Arboretum displays exotic & native vegetation and entry is free
For an easy nature excursion, the Deerfield Beach Arboretum features about 200 trees from different parts of the world. The nickname for the venue is "Tree Zoo." Entry is free....
Plantation Walk offers free outdoor entertainment & events
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...
Butterfly World at Tradewinds Park in Broward offers discounts
Butterfly World is a popular walk-through attraction in North Broward that includes free-flight aviaries with tropical foliage and thousands of butterflies and birds from different parts of the world. Discount...
Free entry for Splash event at pool in Tamarac, register online
Refresh yourself with a dip in the pool in Tamarac. The Splash event for students and families in 2026 is Saturday, August 1, and entry is free with registration required...
Ride a little train at Tradewinds Park in Broward
For a fun, unique and inexpensive activity in north Broward, hop aboard a little railroad. The teeny train runs on tracks around a pond at Tradewinds Park in Coconut Creek....
Free entertainment & events at Broward libraries
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...
Free Backyard Jam events in Pompano Beach
Old Town in Pompano Beach is the venue for free Backyard Jam events featuring local and regional bands. The events are 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. select third Fridays and...
Free events for ukulele fans
If you like ukulele sing-alongs and ukulele jams, you have several opportunities to join the music in Broward. Ukulele events in 2026 10:30 a.m. fourth Thursday of every month, ukulele...
Ride the free Water Trolley on the New River in Fort Lauderdale
For a fresh approach to navigating sights and shopping in Fort Lauderdale, step aboard a free water trolley. The LauderGO Water Trolley ferries guests along a river route to an...
South Florida Adventure Pass offers unlimited entry to five attractions
The South Florida Adventure Pass offers unlimited entry for five South Florida attractions with a summer package price. This year's pass adds Zoo Miami to the four Broward attractions that...
Pompano Soulful Sundays features popular performers, entry is $10
Funk. Jazz. R&B music. Popular South Florida performers are featured at Soulful Sundays in Pompano Beach. The concert series celebrates the history and culture of African American musicians. The events...
Free symphony performances in Pembroke Pines
Entry is free for the Summer Symphony Series in Pembroke Pines. Delight in performances that feature artists from the South Florida Symphony Orchestra. Events in 2026 include: 4 p.m. Sunday,...
Woofing Waters in Deerfield Beach is for the dogs
Woofing Waters Dog Park within Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield Beach offers water-spritzing features for dogs. It's a fun venue for water-loving pets and people who adore their dogs. Fees...
Belize Day features dance performances, robotics & drumming
Robotics, a Belizean dance troupe, and foods from the region are featured at Belize Day in Broward. The event in 2026 is 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, July 11,...
Rock out in Parkland with free music at the park
The Parks and Recreation Department in Parkland offers occasional festivals, free films and other events. Many events are free and open to the public. Events in 2026 include Eats 'N...
Groove N Grub event in Coconut Creek features a live band & food vendors
Treat yourself to live entertainment outdoors. Groove N Grub events in 2026 include 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, July 11, with the Shane Duncan Band, a popular party band....
Water parks, water playgrounds and pools in Broward, including deals
Pools, water parks and water playgrounds in Broward offer refreshing fun. Some venues, especially municipal pools, offer entry without spending a wad of money. You can find splash pads...
Driveway Friday Concert Series in Deerfield Beach
The Deerfield Beach Historical Society is hosting an outdoor Driveway Friday Concert Series once a month at the Museum and Cultural Center. The series features local performers, usually the second...
