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Enjoy half-price shakes at Potbelly this summer for limited time

Belly up for big savings at Potbelly, milkshake lovers! A delicious shake on a hot summer day is the perfect way to just chill out.  And, this summer, Potbelly is shaking up the sunny season with a sweet and “shaky” deal for a limited time. All of the shop’s shakes are made with hand-dipped ice …

Sonic Drive-In celebrates National Hot Dog Month with 3 weekly deals in July

Hot diggity dog! July is a whole lot tastier for hot dog lovers because it’s National Hot Dog Month. To celebrate the month, Sonic Drive-In is rolling out the Dog Days of Summer — a month-long lineup of weekly hot dog deals.  Image: Sonic Drive-In From the golden crunch of a classic Corn Dog, to …

Enjoy free Slurpee at 7-Eleven only on 7/11

Slurpees and summer are the perfect pairing — one of the best ways to chill out on a hot summer day! And 7-Eleven is again honoring its iconic cold treat with its annual Slurpee Day giveaway on July 11, 2025. Photo: 7-Eleven FREE Slurpee Giveaway For Slurpee Day, all customers who visit a participating 7-Eleven, …

Ikea restaurants offer kids eat free deal

For folks who sign up for the free Family rewards program at Ikea, participating restaurants in the home goods stores offers deals. Some deals require the Family rewards ID, others do not.  Ikea restaurant deals include: Mondays – Fridays while the promotion is offered with purchase of an adult entry, receive a free kid’s entree …

Food deals and freebies for July 4th week 2025

Spark lots of savings this Independence Day. While most will celebrate July 4th with picnics, barbecues and watching fireworks, hungry bargain hunters can enjoy the holiday by chomping on cheap eats in between all of the gatherings — thanks to these good ol’ fashioned American deals. More deals will be added as they’re announced. Before …

Get free fried chicken leg or thigh with meal purchase July 6 at Pollo Campero

There’s nothing that says summer picnics like fried chicken, and here’s one local eatery that’s offering some special meal deals for repeat customers, at participating locations. Pollo Campero is celebrating National Fried Chicken Day on Sunday, July 6, by giving loyalty members a free fried chicken leg or thigh with any meal purchase. Note: Additionally, …

‘Pinocchio’ by Fantasy Theatre Factory: $5 stage shows for kids

Fantasy Theatre Factory

Fantasy Theatre Factory produces a series of live stage performances for young audiences that bring fun, family-friendly shows to life. Tickets are usually only $5 per show, some are free, plus some sensory-inclusive performances are available.  2025 Fantasy Theatre Factory Shows The Mis-Adventures of Pinocchio, a re-telling of the classic tale on the following dates: Friday-Saturday*, …

Free Thursday concerts: Food Truck & Music series in Wellington

Take advantage of this ongoing series of free concerts under the stars, with food trucks and vendors, plus pop-up family events scheduled in 2025. 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. Food Truck & Music Series Weekly on …

Fun things to do in July in Miami-Dade

Miami Spa

We celebrate America’s independence in July but there are lots of other fun things to do around Miami. Here’s what we recommend during these dog days of Summer.   Waterpark fun to keep your cool Miami-Dade’s plentiful waterparks are open and ready for splashtacular fun. Cool off and enjoy wave pools, waterslides, splash zones, lazy …

Bluegrass jam at Greynolds Park

The South Florida Bluegrass Association offers a free bluegrass festival and acoustic jam on the first Sunday of the month at Greynolds Park, 18501 NE 22nd Ave., North Miami Beach. Musicians in attendance at the monthly jams are encouraged to bring their acoustic instruments and take the stage for a post-performance jam session. While the …

Free Gables Gallery Night on first Fridays

Gables Gallery Night is one of Miami’s longest running first Friday of the month events, spanning nearly four decades now. The evening is a great way to visit the multitude of galleries in the City Beautiful.  Click here to see a list of participating galleries open from 6-10 p.m. While traipsing through Downtown Coral Gables, …

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