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Free Touch A Truck event in Davie

For youngsters who are fascinated with vehicles, Davie is offering a Touch A Truck event. Touch A Truck events typically include fire engines, utility trucks and other vehicles for kids to look at and perhaps hop in and honk the horn.  Touch A Truck in 2024 is 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. May 4 at …

Free dance, jazz & other performances at Bailey Hall in Davie

Dance, symphony and vocal performances are among the array of free events at Baily Hall theater in Davie.  For many events, tickets are not required.  Entry is offered while seating is available. Some events require reservations. Events in 2024 include: Bohemian Trio is featured 2 p.m. Sunday, March 24, and entry is free 7:30 p.m. …

Ikea offers Bingo for prizes

If you like Bingo, Ikea stores in Broward and Dade are offering an opportunity to play and win prizes. The prizes are items from the As Is department. As Is includes discontinued items, former showroom display pieces and gently used items.  Bingo is free for players ages 21 and older who are registered for the …

Earth Day events in South Florida, including free festivals

Happy Earth Day! With an emphasis on protecting the planet, South Florida features a variety of fun Earth Day fests and other events focusing on the environment in Broward, Miami-Dade and Palm Beach counties. Many events are free and include entertainment and fun for the whole family. Some feature free plants and other free earth-friendly …

Tri-Rail Ride & Play: Explore Downtown Miami for $5 all day

This is going to be an especially fun day to take a train ride! Not only will there be costumed characters, magicians and balloon artists (on certain Tri-Rail trains), but also more activities are planned with discounts and deals at museums and eateries. What: Family Ride & Play Day to explore Downtown Miami When: Saturday, …

Free Sunset Movie Night: ‘The Lorax,’ West Palm Beach

For Sunset Movie Night in April, The Square is presenting The Lorax, on the lawn. Admission is free with RSVP. Feature film schedule: Thursday, April 25, 2024, at 6:30 p.m.: “The Lorax” Grab a blanket and the whole family for a movie night on the lawn at The Square, 700 S. Rosemary Ave., West Palm …

National Pretzel Day freebies and deals for 2024

Don’t get it twisted; the best way to celebrate National Pretzel Day is to enjoy lots of salty savings at many popular shops around the country.  Whether you’re a fan of Auntie Anne’s or go weak over Wetzel’s Pretzels, you can enjoy the popular snack without spending lots of dough on April 26.  With so …

Free: ArtScape celebrates Earth Day with music and more, Miami Beach

The Bass Museum of Art & ArtScape will celebrate Earth Day on Sunday, April 28, 2024, from 5 to 7 p.m. on Miami Beach. Includes food vendors and activities for kids. Admission is free and so is the live country-rock music by Tim Charron. More details at Tim Charron At Collins Park. Event features food …

Free with RSVP: Family Day performance by Florida Grand Opera, Doral

Here’s a unique opportunity to see a professional opera for free. All you have to do is call this number to reserve your spot. Don’t put it off or you will miss the chance to see this Florida Grand Opera Family Day presentation of “The Telephone.” When: April 27, 2024, at 3 p.m. Where: Doral …

Art festivals, craft fairs and artisan markets

Appreciate the talents of artists and artisans with lively art festivals, which draw exhibitors from South Florida region as well as different parts of the United States. South Florida has lots of arts festivals, craft fairs and artisan markets in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm beach counties. Many events are free or inexpensive. In winter, South …

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