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The Miami Beach Bandshell is one of the city’s busiest venues where free music and dance performances are regularly presented. The open-air location provides a gorgeous snapshot of Miami Beach and is just steps from the water. Here’s what’s coming up that’s free:     Roller Disco Saturday, May 30 5-9 p.m. Annual roller skating …

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If you’re looking for a way to kick off your weekend in Palm Beach County, this weekly Food Truck and Music Series at the Wellington Amphitheater has you covered. Wellington events calendar Download the complete events calendar for shows and festivities at the ampitheater HERE. Food Truck & Music, plus Lakeside Market Free Food Truck …

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The long-running, popular – and free – Jazz at MOCA has been a fixture in the North Miami community and Miami’s music scene for more than two decades. The monthly event presented by the Museum of Contemporary Art North Miami features an exciting lineup of South Florida musicians playing on the last Friday of every …

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Not only are these seasonal events a chance to relax and have some good, old-fashioned block-party-style fun, but they are also a free, family-friendly event with live music, interactive activities, food and beverage offerings, plus special incentives to help support local businesses. Rock The Marina Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 2 to 6 p.m., Rock …

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Juneteenth marks the emancipation of those who were enslaved in the United States. It is about learning new ways to promote economic empowerment in the Black community and sharing ideas to address racial disparities. It is not only a time for commemorating the end of slavery and honoring Black history and its rich heritage, but it is …

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When school’s out it’s playtime in South Florida. Here’s a list of some of the free and cheap things for families to do to have fun during the month of June, 2026, in Palm Beach County. Northwood Film Festival When: Wednesday, June 1 through Monday, June 7, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m. Where: Various …

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The Ocean Drive Promenade Music Series presents a free concert every Sunday from 5-6:30 p.m. between 14th Street and 14th Place in Lummus Park on Ocean Drive in Miami Beach in front of The Betsy Hotel.  Concerts feature talented local South Florida performers. Bring a picnic, lawn chairs, blankets, and your whole gang to enjoy …

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Parties, performances and workshops are featured in South Florida to reflect historical references to freedom from slavery. Hued Songs is a black arts troupe that is participating in events in Dade & Broward for Florida Emancipation Day and Juneteenth, and entry is free.  Featured Event Pompano Beach Florida Emancipation Day party is 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 …

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Library branches in Broward occasionally feature free entertaining and events including live performances, yoga, and festivals.  Some events are for kids and families. Others are aimed at adults. At plenty of library branches, parking is free. Featured events in 2026 BookFest for youngsters and families in Plantation The kids and family BookFest event in 2026 …

Read More about Trumpet & piano duo in Hollywood & other free events at Broward libraries

The upbeat music from Louisiana zydeco, incorporating accordion and Afro-Cuban beats is taking center stage when The Zydeco Experience takes center stage at the Adrienne Arsht Center’s Knight Concert Hall on Saturday, May 30 at 1:30 p.m. for a free concert. The show is part of the Arsht for Miami free community series. Two-time Grammy …

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