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Games, bounce houses & live bands at free Summer Jamz in Fort Lauderdale

Play yard games, hop on bounce houses and delight in the rhythms of the Jagged Edge band  at Summer Jamz in Fort Lauderdale. Summer Jamz in 2024 is 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, August 16 and entry is free.  For those who’d like to shop, food vendors and other vendors are included in the …

Free museum days in South Florida

Visiting museums can get expensive, particularly if you take the whole family. But many South Florida museums have free admission at least once a month, and some schedule special activities on those days. Thanks to these promotions, you can actually afford to buy snacks or a souvenir. To keep up with latest news on deals, …

Free ‘Science Weekends,’ Sugar Sand Park, Boca Raton

The Children’s Science Explorium in Sugar Sand Park is a free hands-on science center designed for children 5-12 years of age and their caregivers. It offers fascinating and interactive exhibits, programs that bring the physical sciences to life. Admission is free, however a suggested donation of $5 per person is appreciated. The  Sugar Sand Park …

Miami Ladies Nights with free (and cheap) drinks

Ladies Night | Photo Credit: Helena Yankovska @ Unsplash

Being a woman in Miami certainly has its benefits. We’ve got picturesque beaches, a plethora of brunch spots, plenty of spas and salons, and the ability to drink on any night of the week without so much as dropping a single penny. The fact is, Miami’s ladies nights are a dime a dozen, offering dames …

Free school supplies, backpacks & back to school events in Broward

Free school supplies are offered at lots of events in Broward for students returning to school. Events sometimes include free groceries, food vouchers, and free haircuts.  Back To School events occasionally include fun and entertainment, with fashion shows and activities. Some provide free backpacks loaded with school supplies for eligible students, while supplies last. Eligibility …

Free Night of Art every Monday at InterContinental Miami

Come lounge in the InterContinental Miami’s lobby every Monday night during the Noche de Arte, a weekly live art event where you can watch art being created right before your eyes. Noche de Arte  is hosted by local artists Jean and Iggy Font, founders of CollaboARTive in the Bird Road Arts District. Their monthly event …

Children’s Trust Family Expo plans free Saturday pop-up events

Instead of the traditional one-day festival, the Children’s Trust Family Expo this year will take place as three separate Saturday pop-up events throughout Miami. The date is Saturday, Aug. 3, 2024. This annual expo was created to provide parents with access to educational, health and social services in a fun and festive atmosphere. This year, …

All-you-want pancakes for $5 or free at IHOP

More butter and syrup, please. And keep ’em coming! Pancake lovers will want to hop over to IHOP for an unlimited stack of hot, fresh buttermilk pancakes. For a limited time, the restaurant’s popular all-you-can-eat pancakes are back on the menu at participating locations. Frugal diners can feast without breaking the bank. Image: IHOP FREE …

Can’t make it to library? Check out a Bookmobile or Technobus near you!

Next time you visit a Miami-Dade County park, keep your eyes peeled for the Bookmobile and Technobus. That’s right, Miami-Dade Public Library System is bringing books and technology to you! The program, which is a partnership between Miami-Dade County Parks and Miami-Dade County Library System, aims to make reading, technology and digital media accessible to …

Free or discount museum entry with SNAP card

Museums are a great place to take kids for a variety of reasons. They not only provide educational opportunities, but they also spark creativity, and promote family bonding. Plus, they can help give children a healthy perspective of where they fit in, between the past and the future. And thanks to the Museums for All …

Free Alhambra Orchestra Hispanic Heritage Concert

The Alhambra Orchestra, led by Artistic Co-Executive Director and Conductor Daniel Andai, will present a concert celebrating Miami’s Hispanic community, with several special guests, on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024 at 3 p.m. at Sanctuary of the Arts at 410 Andalusia Ave. Tickets are $10 for adults and …

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