What can you do for fun this weekend without spending a lot of money? Here are our top picks for free and cheap things to do in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach and throughout South Florida!
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Hollywood ArtsPark is a delightful venue for free live entertainment. ArtsPark is on Hollywood Boulevard and Federal Highway. Events in 2026 include 7 p.m. February 7 Majesty of Rock ArtsPark offers lawn seating. Bring a blanket or portable seat if you’d like. Parking in Hollywood is usually $1 – $3 an hour. Garage locations are: …
Festival organizers, libraries and galleries in Broward offer engaging events, live entertainment & exhibits focusing on Black History. Lots of events, performances and exhibits are featured in February for Black History Month. Plenty of the events are free. There are also Black History Month events in Palm Beach County and Black History Month events in Miami-Dade, …
Reminiscent of the early days of Wynwood and the open-air entertainment and food space Wynwood Yard, The Foodie Park located in West Coconut Grove known as Little Bahamas, is a similar concept. The Foodie Park is located at 3659 Grand Ave., Coconut Grove and open Mondays to Saturdays from 1-11 p.m. and Sundays 1-6 p.m. …
Rene Rodriguez, former film critic for The Miami Herald, now runs the Cosford Cinema on the University of Miami Campus and he’s always coming up with some type of innovative film series. No tickets are required unless noted. Up next… Wednesday, Jan. 21 at 9 p.m. and Friday, Jan. 23 at 8 p.m. …
Food vendors, kids’ activities and live entertainment are included at Soul Fest in Oakland Park. Soul Fest in 2026 is 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, February 6, and entry is free. Food trucks offer meals and drinks for purchase. The main performer will be The Jam Band, offering a blend of soul, rhythm and …
Delray Beach is hosting a free family movie night in February and March. Take a blanket or chair, grab your favorite snacks, and get ready for a cozy night of laughs, food, and fun under the stars. Movies at The Square Wednesday, Feb. 11, 2026: The Lion King Thursday, March 19, 2026: Inside Out Where: Amphitheatre …
February is another busy month in South Florida. It’s especially a popular time for outdoor events, given the slightly lower temps. Here’s a brief overview of what’s in store in 2026. Check out our recommendations for the best free and cheap things to do in February in Palm Beach County. We also have lists of the …
Take advantage of this ongoing series of free concerts under the stars, with food trucks and vendors, plus pop-up family events in 2026. The amphitheater at Wellington Town Center has a capacity of 1,500 people. Plan to take portable seats or blankets to enjoy festivities under the stars. Free Food Truck & Music Series: Feb. 5, …
For an interesting twist on nightlife activities, register for evening nature walks at Broward parks. Some parks occasionally offer night hikes in forests, prairies, on shorelines and other intriguing outdoor spaces. On the tour, you’ll savor distinctive nocturnal sights, scents and sounds of evenings in the wild. It’s a nice idea for a romantic date, …
For a fun evening out that’s friendly for your wallet, direct yourself to downtown Pompano Beach, where you’ll delight in entertainment, food trucks, and art displays indoors and outdoors as part of Old Town Untapped events. The events are usually 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. the first Fridays of the month, except for summer. Entry …




















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