Sports and recreation

Happy Earth Month! What started out as one day each year designated to honoring and appreciating Mother Earth, has evolved into more tree giveaways, seed plantings, nature exhibitions and water cleanups that are more than just a one day or one-time event. April happenings Listings alphabetical by municipality Boca Raton Celebrate Earth Day with animals …

Topeekeegee-Yugnee Park in Hollywood – or TY Park, as it’s known – is popular for a variety of outdoor activities. South Floridians love it because it’s a great venue for walking, running or skating on a shady path around a lake lined with oaks. It’s a venue for occasional festivals and live  entertainment. T.Y. Park …

The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray Beach hosts seasonal special events that feature taiko drumming performances and other activities, including a seasonal sunset stroll. For more details, visit Sunset Stroll – Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens. The seasonal monthly Sunset Stroll is a rain-or-shine event, April-September (except July & August).  You can also …

The public is invited to learn about plants and the environment at this Wellington event. There will be Earth friendly products and demonstrations, giveaways, vendors and more, so mark your calendar. Earth Day & Arbor Day Celebration When: Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Where: Wellington Amphitheater, 12100 Forest Hill Blvd. …

Communing with nature has never been more fun and the Daggerwing Nature Center has so many opportunities for kids and their families to take advantage of the great outdoors. Admission is free; access to trails and boardwalk are free; most programs have fees usually from $5 to $10. Weekly: ANIMAL FEEDINGS & TALKS Wednesdays, Thursdays …

The popular and free Southern Cross Observation Deck is open in Miami-Dade at Bill Sadowski Park. The public is invited to visit with amateur astronomers from 7:30 to 10 p.m. each Saturday, weather permitting. A sense of wonder and discovery draws our eyes to the night sky. When you gaze up at the night sky, …

The South Florida Amateur Astronomy Association offers telescopes at Fox Observatory in Sunrise for peering into the night sky. Fox Observatory is in Markham Park, 16001 W. State Road 84, Sunrise 33326.  The facility is usually open Saturdays from about dusk until about 11 p.m, weather permitting, and representatives of South Florida Amateur Astronomers Association …

Pull out your favorite flip flops. If you’re interested in volunteering to protect the ocean from plastic discards and other marine litter, some events in Broward include pick-up projects at the beach.  Here are some opportunities to celebrate Earth Day, including cleaning up beaches.  Fort Lauderdale 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, April 11, and …

The waterpark at T.Y. Park in Hollywood, Castaway Island, offers opportunities for discounts and occasional extra events. Water playground and pool at T.Y. Park The waterpark at T.Y. Park includes a swim lagoon pool, wading pool and a water playground with interactive features and water slides.  In 2026, it’s open: March 22 – May 31 …

Want to try a community bike ride? Then you might want to look into the City of North Miami’s monthly Get in Gear event.  The free rides take place once a month, usually on the second Saturday but it will vary.  Click here to RSVP. Remaining 2026 rides will be on… April 11, May 9, …

While lots of parks in South Florida are relatively flat, Vista View Park in Davie is distinctive for its relatively tall terrain, with parts about 65 feet above sea level. Entry to Vista View  is free on weekdays. On weekends and holidays, the fee is $3 per vehicle for up to 8 people or $20 …