Patti Roth

Teens from schools in South Florida are building watercraft from plywood and hopping aboard their DIY boats in the Plywood Regatta in Dania Beach. Plywood Regatta event in 2026 is 9 a.m. to noon Sunday, April 26, and watching the floating tournament is free for spectators.  Broward students from middle and and high schools are …

It’s fun, entertaining and offers free entry. It’s the Dania Beach Wine and Seafood Festival. The event in 2026 is 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, March 14, with live bands, artist and artisan vendors, and food vendors from local restaurants.  Entry is free. Food and drinks are offered for purchase. Tasting tickets for liquor …

St. Patrick’s Day is an occasion for parades, festivals and other fun events in South Florida. Events in 2026 in Broward, greater Palm Beach and Miami-Dade are varied dates in March, and lots of festivities are free.   In Miami-Dade, there are big street parties, plus smaller celebrations at Irish pubs. In Broward, festivities include the …

Relax outdoors in a park and delight in free live jazz entertainment. Jazz In the Park events in Lauderhill are at Lieberman Botanical Gardens, 3801 Inverrary Boulevard, Lauderhill 33319.   Events in 2026 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday, March 8. The featured performer is Randy Corinthian. Portable seating and blankets are permitted, and food …

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 …

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, Broward and Palm Beach counties. The South Florida farmers markets and vendor fairs often include opportunities for extra fun and entertainment like yoga, live music, …

Interactive projects for kids, lawn games and live performances are featured at free Arts Day festival  in Weston. The free festival in 2026 is 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, March 8, and it includes graffiti wall, balloon art and tattoo art. Performances include local school bands and drama troupes.  Here is the performance schedule: …

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 if they reside in one of the municipalities that participate in the  program.  If you’re interested in scoring free paint, phone  the public works department …

Pembroke Pines Parks and Recreation is featuring an event with a  free bike ride for families and a bike rodeo.  The venue is Southwest Regional Library, 16835 Sheridan Street, Pembroke Pines 33029.  The event in 2026 is 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Saturday, March 7, with helmets required for youngsters.  Entertainment and food for purchase are …

Happy Earth Day Earthlings. With an emphasis on protecting the planet, South Florida features a variety of fun Earth Day fests and other events focusing on the environment in Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach counties. Many events are free and include entertainment and fun for the whole family. Some feature free plants and other free …

For frugal entertainment, Weston offers occasional outdoor movies that are free.  Outdoor films in 2026  8 p.m. March 6 “Smurfs”  Weather occasionally postpones plans for outdoor activities, so it’s wise to verify events are still scheduled before you go. For information, 954-389-4321 or refer to the Weston website. Other events in Weston. The venue is …