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Free event in Sunrise with drones, snacks, and entertainment

Pack up a portable seat or blanket for a free event in Sunrise with a drone show, Gypsy Lane band and food trucks to celebrate the grand re-opening of the Sunrise Amphitheater. The event in 2025 is 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, October 4, at the Amphitheater. The event includes  food trucks free popcorn …

Miami Beach Botanical Garden offers free entry and events

Have you visited the Miami Beach Botanical Garden lately?  This 3-acre tropical oasis sits in the heart of Miami Beach, at 2000 Convention Center Drive, and is brimming with beauty. It’s open to the public from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays to Sundays, except some holidays, and admission is free! (Previously entry cost $5 …

Free OnStage! Hispanic Heritage events around Miami Beach

Miami Beach OnStage! presents Live En La Playa, on Saturday, Sept. 20, at 6 p.m., a free concert honoring Hispanic Heritage Month at Altos del Mar Park.  The performance by Jacuzzi Boys kicks off Miami Beach’s  OnStage! program paying tribute to their favorite Spanish pop tunes plus their own original hits.   Also taking the …

Celebrate Bavarian culture at Oktoberfest, two weekends in Lake Worth

Whether you’re rocking your best dirndl or lederhosen, get ready to party! We all know that Oktoberfest (or Octoberfest) is a celebration of Bavarian culture and traditions that not only features traditional food, music, and dance, but also large quantities of beer.  So, yes, there will be barmaids in colorful traditional Bavarian costumes serving frothy …

Free fall festival in Davie with petting farm, inflatables & entertainment

Pull out your favorite plaid shirt. The Town of Davie is offering a Fall festival packed with activities and entertainment. Festivities in 2025 are 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, September 20, and entry is free. Parking and activities are free. The event includes: activities for kids inflatables face painting petting farm artisan vendors food …

Free Latin Fest in Oakland Park

Dance to Latin rhythms at Latin Fest in Oakland Park. Entry is free for the festival, which in 2025 is 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, September 19, with food and drinks offered for purchase. The event includes live music, kids zone, food trucks and bars with adult beverages. The featured entertainer is Gianpaul & …

Zoo Miami $15 Mondays

Zoo Miami’s popular $15 Mondays promotion is back for 2025. From June 9 through Sept. 29, 2025, you can get one admission into the zoo for just $15 (plus tax). That’s a significant discount from the regular price of $25.95 for those 13 and older and $21.95 for children 3-12. For the special Monday deal, …

Free outdoor New World Symphony concerts 2025-2026 season

Experience the music of the New World Symphony in a larger-than-life format during outdoor WALLCAST concerts at Miami Beach’s SoundScape Park and also in other locations. You’re invited, free of charge, to enjoy the sights and sounds of the symphony – just bring a blanket, some snacks and pick a spot! SoundScape Park, at 500 …

Free: Celebrate ‘American Indian Day’ with the Miccosukee, Sept. 27-28

Would you like to learn about the Miccosukee Tribe and other indigenous communities while enjoying a free cultural event with vendors, demonstrations, rides, and more? Well, mark your calendar because there is a two-day celebration, the tribe’s annual American Indian Day Festival, will be held this year at the Miccosukee Indian Village: Saturday & Sunday, Sept. …

Free entry for Carter Park Jamz concerts in Fort Lauderdale

Funk or reggae. Motown or jazz.  Fort Lauderdale hosts occasional Carter Park Jamz concerts featuring a live band and food vendors.  Events in 2025 include: May 16: Full Circle: Top 40 & others September 19: Larry Dogg Band October 17: Miami Brown and Friends Venue: Carter Park, 1450 W. Sunrise Blvd., Fort Lauderdale 33311 Bring …

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