Pro football player participates in recreation event in Pompano
Professional football player Lamar Jackson of the Baltimore Ravens is participating in a Fun Day event in Pompano Beach. Fun Day in 2026 is 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday,...
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Ideas for free & inexpensive dates in Broward
.If you appreciate frugal excursions, plenty of entertaining events, attractions and interesting activities in Broward are ideal for a delightful date. Some are free, others are relatively inexpensive. Make the...
Waterpark at T.Y. Park in Hollywood offers a discount opportunity
The waterpark at T.Y. Park in Hollywood, Castaway Island, offers opportunities for discounts and occasional extra events. Water playground and pool at T.Y. Park The waterpark at T.Y. Park includes...
Free DIY bike repair equipment in Weston
Fix flat tires, adjust brakes and do other simple repairs on your bike at DIY repair stations at 7 parks in Weston. The fixit bike repair stations, which are free...
Water Taxi in Broward offers discounts
Water Taxi on The Intracoastal Waterway runs scenic routes in Fort Lauderdale & Pompano Beach, and an express route from Fort Lauderdale to Hollywood. Information about Water Taxi and purchasing...
Flamingo Gardens in Davie offers discounts
Flamingo Gardens in Davie is a popular attraction with wildlife habitats, botanical gardens and occasional extra events and activities including festivals and live entertainment. Featured deal July 4 military...
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...
Plantation Walk offers entertainment, events & FIFA watch parties
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...
Food trucks in Dade, Broward and Palm Beach
For an outdoor activity with tasty fare, lots of free events in South Florida feature food trucks. Often events in Miami, Broward & greater Palm Beach include live music, fun...
Fourth of July events including fireworks, picnics, drone shows, bands, parades & festivals in Broward
Lots of July Fourth events in Weston, Fort Lauderdale, Deerfield Beach and other towns in Broward feature fireworks, parades and live entertainment with bands and other performers. For a different...
All-American picnic in Oakland Park offers snacks, old-fashioned activities & entertainment
Lawn games, an apple pie eating event and free snacks are featured at the All-American Picnic in Oakland Park. The Americana event in 2026 is 4 p.m. to 7 p.m....
If you're skipping fireworks, other things to do Independence Day in Broward
Parades. Picnics. Water parks. Plenty of events and things to do on Fourth of July don't involve fireworks. Plenty are free. With a wide variety of things to do, it's...
Events, Festivals & Things To Do in July in Broward
Indoors and outdoors, there are plenty of free and inexpensive things to do in July in Broward. Grab a favorite beverage and pick your favorites. Free & Inexpensive events in...
July Fourth fireworks, drones & events on July 3 in Broward
If you want to see fireworks and patriotic parades, July 4 is the usual day for Fourth of July events. Some events are Friday, July 3 in Broward. Fourth of...
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"...
FIFA soccer ball photo ops & free FIFA soccer watch parties in Broward
Sports fans around the globe are enthusiastic about the FIFA world soccer tournament. With an international roster of teams poised for matches in June and July in different parts of the...
Painted fish pop at public places in Pompano
For a playful spin on public art displays, Pompano features a plethora of vibrant fish sculptures. Painted Pompano is a public art project that offers a variety of fish sculptures...
Waters Edge Park in Tamarac includes a book walk, fitness & water playground & entry is free
Enhance a walk in the park with a story along the way. Waters Edge Park in Tamarac features a story trail. Story trails, also referred to as story walks, are...
Use telescopes for free at Fox Observatory in West Broward
The South Florida Amateur Astronomy Association offers telescopes at Fox Observatory in Sunrise for peering into the night sky. It's a fun and frugal idea for a date, a family...
Vista View Park in Davie offers outdoor fitness equipment, playground & free weekday entry
While lots of parks in South Florida are fairly flat, Vista View Park in Davie is distinctive for its relatively tall terrain, with parts about 65 feet above sea level....
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...
Art District Art Walk with DJ, exhibits & food vendors
Thrive Art District in Fort Lauderdale hosts a monthly (or so) Art Walk called Art Fest with art exhibits, food trucks and vendors. Entertainment is featured at the event. The...
See sea turtles in pool at environmental education venue in Hollywood
Watch a rescued turtle dine on greens. With a focus on protecting oceans and their wildlife inhabitants, Marine Environmental Education in Hollywood is open to the public with exhibits and...
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...
Play trivia at restaurants, bars & other venues in Broward
If you and your pals like to ponder such intriguing facts as the number of toes on a sloth while sipping beer or nibbling on appetizers, several restaurants and bars in Broward...
Free birding backpacks on loan at libraries for nature hikes
For fun, free outdoor excursions, lots of people delight in nature walks in parks. For extra fun, direct your attention on birds. If you're interested in bird watching or birding, libraries...
Discounts Wednesdays at Salvation Army family stores
Eligible apparel, household items and other goods are typically half-price on Wednesdays at participating Salvation Army Family Stores in Broward. The deal is valid for lots of items at the...
Vendor fairs & free fitness workouts at Dania Pointe
If you'd like entertainment and activities with your shopping and dining excursions, Dania Pointe plaza in Dania Beach offers free events for kids and adults. Dania Pointe is a popular...
Free entry for Riverwalk Tacos & Tequila Festival
Restaurants and food trucks are dishing up their versions of a favorite handheld food at Riverwalk Tacos and Tequila Festival in Fort Lauderdale. Entry is free. Tacos and other food...
Free recycled exterior paint for eligible Broward residents
Gallons of recycled exterior latex paint in a selection of hues are offered free to eligible Broward residents in towns participating in the program Residents can request free outdoor paint...
Farmers markets & vendor fairs in South Florida
Shop for fresh produce, prepared foods, vintage treasures, art, decor and other items from South Florida vendors, farmers and artisans at the many farmers' markets and vendor fairs in Miami-Dade,...
Water playground at Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield offers discount opportunity
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...
Puttshack at Dania Pointe and Dade offers deals
Nab occasional discount opportunities at Puttshack, which is at Dania Pointe plaza in Dania Beach. Featured deals 25% off June 19-21 with promocode FATHERSDAY Earn free game for your birthday,...
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...
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....
Roller rink offers $15 deal in Davie
For a price break on a fun activity in Broward, roller skating is $15 Wednesdays in Davie. Galaxy Skateway offers deals that include skate rental $15 deal is offered 6...
Stonewall Pride Parade & Festival on Wilton Drive offers ticket discount opportunity
Entry is $16 for the vibrant and popular Stonewall Pride Parade & Street Festival in Broward if you purchase tickets prior to the event. The fee is $19 for purchasing...
Weston Regional Park offers playground, volleyball & other amenities
Sports enthusiasts and families are drawn to Weston Regional Park for its array of features and free events. The park amenities include shaded playground roller hockey rinks beach tennis pickle...
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...
Food trucks, vendors and lawn games at Volunteer Park in Plantation
If you're thinking about going out for dinner, perhaps you'll venture to a park. Food truck fare is featured at Volunteer Park in Plantation. Food trucks are at the park...
Free entry for Skate Park in Weston
Dust off your skates & skateboards. The town of Weston enhanced Tequesta Trace Park with a skate park that includes ramps and rails. Entry is free. The park is open...
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. ...
