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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.

Enhance your entertainment repertoire with a free outdoor performance in the park featuring South Florida Symphony Orchestra in Weston. The orchestra and vocalists in 2026 perform at 6:30 p.m. March 28, at the Amphitheater at 1900 Bell Tower Lane, Weston 33326. Some seats are provided. Feel free to bring your own. Sign up for the …

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Rock out with free live performances in Hollywood during the Hollywood West Concert Series. Bands are featured at Boulevard Heights amphitheater, 6770 Garfield St., Hollywood 33024. Events include: 7 p.m. March 21. Fortune 7 p.m. April 4. La Colombianisima 7 p.m. May 22. Shane Duncan Band. Parking is free. Dial 954-921-3404 for information. Bring a blanket or portable …

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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 offer trivia night events. Play alone or  round up friends and form a team. Most trivia night events are free to play while patronizing the …

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Pull out your favorite flip flops. If you’re interested in volunteering to protect the ocean from plastic discards and other litter, some events in Broward include pick-up projects at the beach.  Earth Day and other Earth-friendly events in 2026 that include tidying up beaches include  Hollywood 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. March 28 at Marine …

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Rainy days, frosty days and hot days in South Florida offer an opportunity to focus on indoor fun. Be a tourist in your in your town and savor fresh sights, attractions and things to do. If you’re on a budget, various venues offer free or inexpensive entry, and some offer deals. It’s a good idea …

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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 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesdays, and the events usually include live entertainment or a DJ, activities and games for youngsters and local artisan vendors …

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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. Events usually are free, with free parking. Pets are permitted at some events. Outside food and beverages are typically not permitted. Events at Plantation Walk …

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For playful older folks who want to jump in and participate in an Easter egg hunt, Pompano Beach Parks and Recreation is offering an event for you. Teen and Adult Flashlight Egg Hunt in 2026  is 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, March 28, for ages 13 and older.  The hunt is at 8 p.m., …

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Furry friends are the focus of an event on Riverwalk in Fort Lauderdale that features a doggie fashion show,  food trucks and vendors.  Mutts & Martinis in 2026 is 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.  Saturday, March 21 at Esplanade Park, 400 SW Second Street, Fort Lauderdale 33312. Regular entry is free.  Food trucks offer snacks …

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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 entry is free. Entertainment  includes: February 20. Acoustic Fingers March 20. Revibe April 17. Spider Cherry    May 15. Joey Calderaio June 9 The venue is …

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Sea Shorts Play Festival offers an entertaining show for adults featuring local performers. The production by Seaside Players features a selection of original short plays written by Florida playwrights. This production will include nine 10-minute plays. Performances in 2026 are: Friday, March 13, 7 p.m. Saturday, March 14, 4 p.m. Sunday, March 15, 4 p.m. …

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