For an easy nature excursion, Deerfield Arboretum features about 200 trees from different parts of the world. The nickname for the venue is “Tree Zoo.” Entry is free. The arboretum is on about nine acres with a walking path. The route includes flowering tropical fruit trees, exotics, palms, wetlands, bamboo, natives, butterfly garden, and …
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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 in 2024 is 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Sunday, April 21, and the floating tournament is free for spectators. The venue is Dania Beach marina, 300 N. Beach Road, …
Happy Earth Day! 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 earth-friendly …
The Earth Day event at Hollywood beach features live entertainment, including a dance party. Mother Ocean Music Festival at the Hollywood Bandshell includes regional bands, exhibits from environmental protection organizations, and items made from recycled plastic. The festival in 2024 is 2 p.m. – 6 p.m. Saturday, April 20, and entry is free. Entertainment includes …
Dance, symphony and vocal performances are among the array of free events at Baily Hall theater in Davie. For many events, tickets are not required. Entry is offered while seating is available. Some events require reservations. Events in 2024 include: Bohemian Trio is featured 2 p.m. Sunday, March 24, and entry is free 7:30 p.m. …
With the surf and ocean air offering delightful ambience, Friday Night Sound Waves offers free live entertainment at Las Olas Oceanside Park in Fort Lauderdale. Usually artisan vendors and food and drink vendors are featured at the Sound Waves events. At 5 p.m., you can play games on the lawn. Music is from 6:30 to …
Funk or reggae. Motown or jazz. Fort Lauderdale hosts free Carter Park Jamz events featuring a live band and food trucks the third Friday of most months. Upcoming events are: April 19: The Larry Dogg Band May 17 June 21 Venue: Carter Park, 1450 W. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale 33311 Bring your own blankets, chairs …
Rock out with a free live performance in Hollywood. Bands are featured at Friday Nights at Boulevard Heights amphitheater, 6770 Garfield St., Hollywood 33020. The music usually starts at 7 p.m. Events in 2024 include: Friday, April 19: The Fabulons Friday, May 10: The Soundstations Parking is free. Bring a blanket or portable seat. Sign …
Free live entertainment, including free movies and free concerts, is offered outdoors in Wilton Manors. Events in 2024 include: Live @ Mickel free concerts Four free concerts are being presented as part of the 2024 Live @ Mickel Concert Series. Food trucks may be on site. The events are from 7:3- to 9:30 p.m. Bands …
Kids work with their hands putting together fun projects at free interactive workshops offered in South Florida at participating Home Depot and Lowe’s stores. At the workshops, youngsters build a toy truck, a photo holder, or other item. Parents or others are invited to work with them. It’s a good idea to register online, especially …
The Broward Parks and Recreation Division is presenting Parks Fest at Tradewinds Park, an event loaded with activities and entertainment, including jazz flutist and Grammy winner Nestor Torres and Florida Youth Orchestra. Parks Fest in 2024 is 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, April 21, and entry is free. The fee for parking at the …
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