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Free Street Stages: Dancing in the streets of Miami

Street Stages Miami

Street Stages is back with an all-new spring series of free outdoor concerts, thanks to Olympia Arts MIAMI. The winter series for 2026 through May 16 will once again be “Taking Art to the Street.” Performances are from 6-9 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays at 142 E. Flagler St., Miami.   This free community programming takes …

Free events at Miami Beach Bandshell

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:       unClassical: Miami Vibes Friday, April 10, 7:30-11 p.m. Miami …

Earth Day events in Miami-Dade County

Earth Day 2026 is officially on April 22 and since that’s a Wednesday, many of the Miami-Dade events celebrating Mother Earth are happening before and after then. Here are events we have found around Miami honoring Earth Day: Events on Saturday, April 18: Adventure Day – Earth Month Celebration from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. …

Art Walks around Miami-Dade County

Murals, public art and sculptures and galleries, they all beckon the lover of an art walk and the choices for monthly ones reach about every corner of Miami-Dade. Here are the monthly art walks we know about and we will add more as we find them. Wynwood Art Walk, Monthly Happens on the second Saturday …

Volunteer to pick up beach debris for Earth Day in Broward

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 …

Pompano Beach Jazz Festival offers free weekend of music

Renowned international and local performers are among in the exciting slate of artists featured at Jazz Festival Pompano Beach. Jazz Fest Pompano Beach in 2026 is 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, April 18 and 19, with performances at Fisher Family Pier. Food vendors and art vendors are featured at the events. Entry …

Morikami monthly Sunset Stroll, Delray Beach, April-September

Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens

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 …

Free Miami River Day festival

The Miami River is one of Miami’s most traversed waterways and will once again be celebrated during the 27th Annual Miami Riverday Festival. It’s happening Saturday, April 11, from 1 to 6 p.m. at Lummus Park Historic District, 250 NW North River Dr. The event will include boat rides along the Miami River, historical tours …

Free tax preparation and filing help in Miami

It’s that time again. Time to figure out how much money you made, where it all went and hopefully you’ll discover that the annual income tax bite out of your wallet isn’t so bad after all.  Tax Day is Wednesday, April 15, 2026 but if you’re expecting a refund, you can file early. If you need …

Free Duck Fest Derby on Riverwalk with rubber duckies, prizes & entertainment

The picturesque New River in Fort Lauderdale is the scene of a lively event featuring thousands of floating rubber ducks and opportunities to win exciting prizes. Duck Fest Derby in 2026 is 12 p.m. to 3 p.m.  Saturday, April 18, at Esplanade Park, 400 SW 2nd Street, Fort Lauderdale. The event, which supports organizations that …

Free Pinwheel Festival and Resource Fair in Davie focuses on protecting youth

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 Pinwheel Festival at library in Davie The Pinwheel Festival and Resource Fair is 10 a.m. …

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