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Train rides offered at Tradewinds Park in Broward

For a fun, unique and inexpensive activity in north Broward, hop aboard a little railroad.  The teeny train runs on tracks around a pond at Tradewinds Park in Coconut Creek. Train rides offered third weekends Functioning model locomotives offer rides 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. the third full weekend of each month, weather permitting. It’s …

Free: New World Symphony Side-by-Side Concert, Miami Beach

The upcoming Side-by-Side Concert is an opportunity for young instrumentalists, from grades 7 through 12, to perform alongside the New World Symphony Fellows. The public is invited to attend this special presentation for free in the Michael Tilson Thomas Performance Hall, on the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation Stage, Miami Beach. When: Saturday, …

Morikami after hours Sunset Stroll & Taiko Drums, Delray Beach

The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens in Delray Beach will host several after-hours Sunset Stroll events on select Thursdays in April, May, June and September of 2024. The event is from 5:30 to 8 p.m. The cost is $10 for guests, or $5 for children and members. Features: Taiko drum performances and fashion show, plus …

Aventura Summer Family Film Series: Free with reserved tickets

The City of Aventura is offering free summer movies for kids in June, July and August. Seating is limited and not reserved. Admission is free but everyone must have a ticket, either online via Ticketmaster or in-person at the Center. Lobby opens at 10:30 a.m. What: Aventura Summer Family Film Series, 2024, Sundays at 11 …

Dairy Queen serves $1 cones for young athletes this spring and summer

Batter up, young athletes and Dairy Queen fans! With baseball and softball season officially underway, Little League and Dairy Queen are teaming up to offer families a sweet deal this spring and summer. As the Official Postgame Destination of Little League, Dairy Queen knows the best moments to be celebrated are the ones that bring …

Free Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk with vendors, tours & entertainment

See works of art indoors and outdoors and shop wares from artisan vendors during the popular Downtown Hollywood ArtWalk. The free event typically takes place 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. third Saturdays on Hollywood Boulevard and Harrison Street. The events usually include live music by regional bands and entertainment featuring a  magician. Downtown Hollywood is …

Monthly Coral Gables bike tour is fun and educational

If you’re looking for something fun and educational to do outdoors, consider a bicycle tour through “The City Beautiful,” Coral Gables. The third Sunday of each month, The City of Coral Gables and the Coral Gables Museum will host a two-hour bike tour, with different monthly themes. The tour begins at 10 a.m. at the Coral Gables …

Free Family Day at The Underline in Brickell

Become an artist at the free Family Day at The Underline, with artists from Wynwood’s Bakehouse Art Complex at the Brickell Backyard Urban Gym. Family Day at The Underline takes place every third Saturday of the month from 2-4 p.m. and is free and open to the public but registration is required! The next event is …

Viernes Culturales in Little Havana: Music, art and free walking tour

Viernes Culturales (Cultural Fridays) is a South Florida tradition. This free arts and music festival typically takes place on the third Friday of each month on Calle Ocho (Southwest Eighth Street), in the heart of Little Havana, between 13th and 22nd avenues. The next one is on Friday, April 19, 2024. Every month, enjoy music …

Free Sounds of Little Haiti monthly event

Sounds of Little Haiti is a family-friendly event scheduled for every third Friday of the month. From 6 to 11 p.m., you can enjoy live music, food, drinks and more during this special event at the Little Haiti Cultural Complex, 212 NE 59th Terrace, Miami, FL. The next event will be on April 19 with …

Free day at national parks on select holidays in 2024

All U.S. national parks offer free entry on certain holidays every year – and we’ve got the schedule for 2024. This offer includes entry at Everglades National Park and Dry Tortugas National Park, off Key West.  Schedule for 2024 These are the fee-free days at U.S. National Parks for this year: Jan. 15: Birthday of Martin …

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